Costco Releases Holiday Meal Deal Ahead of Thanksgiving 2026

Planning Ahead for Thanksgiving 2026

Retail giants are rolling out holiday dinner packages to help families prepare for seasonal celebrations. Shoppers looking into options for thanksgiving 2026 can choose from new pre-packaged convenience bundles designed to reduce kitchen preparation time.

Costco Holiday Meal Bundle Details

Costco has introduced a holiday food package intended to simplify holiday planning. The offering is priced at $199.99, reflecting a reduction from its original price of $269.99 via a manufacturer discount available through November 30 while supplies last. The meal equates to roughly $25 per person and feeds eight individuals.

The collection contains twelve separate items reaching a total weight of approximately 30 pounds. Included in the package is a 5-pound pre-brined turkey breast alongside traditional sides such as mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, sweet corn, green bean casserole, cornbread stuffing, and candied yams. Dinner rolls, turkey gravy, and cranberry relish are also packed, alongside two desserts consisting of a 2-pound apple cobbler and a 2-pound pumpkin pie.

The turkey breast comes ready to roast, while the side dishes require minimal preparation or standard heating.

Ordering and Delivery Logistics

The meal package is sold exclusively through the retailer's website and ships frozen via FedEx with second-day delivery services. Customers have been able to place preorders through November 13, with fulfillment schedules spanning from November 4 through November 20.

Other Retailer Holiday Offers

Alternative holiday packages have been announced across the retail sector. Walmart revealed a separate holiday basket option priced at $35, which the company states feeds ten people at about $3.50 per person. According to Walmart, its basket contains 26 items representing an 18% increase in item count compared to the previous year while dropping in price by 12% over prior rates.

Sources: Fox Business, WOODTV.com, KVUE.