Planning your monthly budget for the month of October? We’ve got the scoop on all things savings, freebies, and in between. Here’s a compiled list of What To Buy In October so you can save money where you need to in order to spend on those you want to!
What To Buy In October
Our October Calendar is BOOKED AND BUSY! Take a look at all of the fabulous sales, events, and freebies you can take advantage of this month! Our little ghost friend is all about the tricks and treats (and so are we!)
The BIGGEST Sales to Shop This Month…
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — October 8-9 Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days is the must-shop event this October! This 48-hour sale is packed with early holiday deals on everything from Amazon Echo gadgets to Apple AirPods, TVs, smartphones, robot vacuums, and even mattresses! It’s the perfect time to start checking off that holiday shopping list!
Target Circle Week — October 6-12 Target Circle Week is your chance to score big if you’re a Circle member! Get ready for jaw-dropping savings of 20% to 50% off on home decor, clothing, toys, and more! Circle members will also have access to special daily deals each day. And don’t forget to combine those discounts with your 5% Circle Card savings for even more fun!
Walmart Holiday Deals — October 8-13 Walmart’s Holiday Deals event is kicking off the holiday shopping season in style! Starting online at noon ET on October 8, you’ll find fantastic savings on tons of products. Want a head start? Walmart Plus members get 12-hour early access to these online deals! If you’re more of an in-store shopper, no worries — the deals hit shelves on October 9 when stores open!
Our Favorite Stock-Up Deals This Month…
Hosting family this year? Now is the perfect time to stock up on all the household must-haves you need so you can spend more time making memories, and less time at the store!
Walmart is offering great deals on all® laundry detergent that are too good to miss. By combining Walmart’s Rollback prices with Ibotta rebates, you can save up to 40% on all® Mighty Pacs and select all® free clear liquid detergent. For example, with a $1.50 Ibotta rebate, the price of all® sensitive fresh Mighty Pacs drops from $4.97 to just $2.97. Similarly, the all® free clear Liquid Detergent drops to just $13.47 after a $2.50 Ibotta rebate—meaning you’ll pay just $0.14 to $0.16 per load!
BEST Halloween Costume Deals!
Right about now, stores often roll out super affordable Halloween costumes priced around just $5 or $10, believe it or not! These are usually simple, generic outfits or fun accessory kits, but you won’t find better prices all season. They tend to sell out fast, so you’ll want to snag them while you can! If you’re after a specific costume, don’t worry! There will be plenty of sales throughout the month. Keep an eye out for a Target Circle coupon around Sunday, October 20th, specifically for Halloween costumes.
Early Holiday Savings on Tech, Home, and MORE!
While Black Friday is next month, there’s no need to wait if you’re hunting for tech deals ahead of the busy holiday season! Prime Big Deal Days, Target Circle Week, and Walmart Holiday Deals are packed with early bargains on phones, smart devices, and more!
Some must-have tech items you’ll often find discounted during these events are:
- AirPods
- iPads
- Fire Sticks
- Echo devices
- iPhone chargers
Early Holiday Toy Deals…
It might seem early to think about holiday gifts, but when it comes to toys—especially the most popular ones of the year—it’s better to act sooner rather than later. These items tend to sell out quickly, and they don’t always get restocked before Christmas.
Shop Lowest Prices of the Year on Plants…
Lowe’s runs a huge clearance sale on greenery from late September through October. You can score beautiful finds like mums and succulents for as much as 75% off! We’ve even seen plants as low as $1 already this year.
Beauty Gift Sets & Stocking Stuffer Deals…
October is also prime time to start picking up beauty sets and fun stocking stuffers. Stores like Ulta, Sephora, Bath & Body Works, and Target offer deals up to 30% off on brands you love, even those that rarely go on sale, like Drybar and Grande Cosmetics.
Early Christmas Tree Deals…
Can you believe it?! Christmas tree sales can start as early as October! Oy! Keep an eye out for Target Circle Week, where artificial trees may be up to 50% off. And if Target’s offering deals, you can bet Walmart, Amazon, Home Depot, and Lowe’s will be right there with similar discounts. Look for at least 50% off, or wait for even better sales later in the season.
