🦃 ALDI Offers a Full Thanksgiving Meal for $40: How They’re Redefining Holiday Pricing
Thanksgiving just got into grocery-deal legend territory. ALDI is once again making headlines — this time by offering a complete Thanksgiving meal (turkey + all the classic sides) for just $40, and it’s setting a serious benchmark for other grocers.
Here’s what to know — and how you can take advantage.
📢 Official Word from ALDI
ALDI’s corporate newsroom published the official press release titled “ALDI Offers a Full Thanksgiving Meal for $40, Setting the Bar for Other Grocers.” ALDI
Key points:
The price launch date: October 15, 2025
The $40 deal feeds 10 people (that’s just $4 per person)
There’s no need for coupons, membership, or special discounts: items are individually marked on shelves.
The offering includes 21 products and ingredients spanning turkey, rolls, sides, and dessert.
The deal runs through December 24, giving shoppers a wider window in case they want to repurpose it for holiday dinners beyond Thanksgiving.
🍽 What’s in the $40 Meal?
If you're wondering “What exactly am I getting?”, here’s a snapshot of what ALDI is including in the spread (as per their press release): ALDI
A 14-pound whole turkey
Rolls
Cranberry sauce
Macaroni & cheese
Stuffing
Mashed potatoes & gravy
Sweet potato casserole
Green bean casserole
Pumpkin pie
And other staples like broth, evaporated milk, vegetables, pie crust, and more
Total of 21 items / ingredients in all ALDI (full list at that link)
What’s impressive: this is not a pre-boxed “kit.” You pick each item individually — but ALDI shelves will have all 21 items clearly marked for this meal bundle. No gimmicks, no loyalty card needed.
💡 Why This Move Matters
Affordability in a time of grocery inflation
With food prices rising across the board, this $40 bundle offers serious value. ALDI’s positioning here helps consumers who dread the high cost of holiday groceries.Transparency and flexibility
Because items are sold individually and not locked into a boxed kit, you have the freedom to mix/replace certain items if you already have something from your pantry.Competitive pressure
When one major grocer shows it can bring a full Thanksgiving dinner to market at $40, others may feel the heat to lower prices or increase value.Wider sales window
Running the offer through December 24 means it's not just for Thanksgiving. Shoppers can build holiday meals or even use parts for Christmas dinners too.
🛒 How to Use This Deal
Starting October 15, head to your local ALDI to spot the 21 marked items for the meal. ALDI
Don’t wait until the last minute — supply may vary by store
Compare your local ALDI pricing to the equivalent items at other grocers — odds are you’ll still save
If you already have some of the ingredients at home, use the deal to complement, not duplicate
Share this deal with your community — family, neighbors, anyone who could benefit
🔗 Read It from the Source
For the full official details, press statements, and item list, check out ALDI’s newsroom press release here:
ALDI Offers a Full Thanksgiving Meal for $40, Setting the Bar for Other Grocers