The Walmart Holiday Deals sale is live—here's what you need to know

Get ready for rare deals during Walmart's October sale set for this week.
Get ready for rare deals during Walmart's October sale set for this week.

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All eyes might be on Amazon's October Prime Day, but Walmart is coming in hot with a huge holiday deals event of its own! The massive retailer is hosting its first-ever Walmart Holiday Deals event starting today, October 8 and the category-wide Walmart sale is one of the best of 2024. Whether you're shopping for holiday gifts, a sleek TV or reliable kitchen appliances, you can bag the trendiest products without blowing your budget. Walmart+ shoppers can even unlock special shopping perks—keep scrolling for all the info!

When is the Walmart Holiday Deals sale?

The Walmart Holiday Deals sale started today, October 8 (the same day as October Prime Day). The massive holiday sale is set to continue through Sunday, October 13. Walmart+ shoppers were able to shop the sale a full 12 hours before the general public starting at 12 a.m. EST today, October 8. Following the early access period, everyone else was able to shop the deals at 12 p.m. EST that same day.

If you'd rather shop in-store, the discounts will be available at your local Walmart storefront starting on tomorrow, October 9.

Is Walmart having a competing October Prime Day sale?

Yes! The Holiday Deals sale is Walmart's competing Prime Day sale. Starting the same day as Amazon's October Prime Day sale, Walmart's massive sale offers all-time low prices on advanced tech, toys, kitchen gadgets, home essentials, fashion, beauty products and more. If you don't have an Amazon Prime membership, shopping this Walmart sale could be your best bet at saving big ahead of the busy holiday shopping season.

What is the Walmart Holiday Deals sale?

The Walmart Holiday Deals sale is Walmart's kickoff to the holiday shopping season and the retail giant's answer to Amazon's October Prime Day event. During the huge sale, Walmart is offering super-low prices on some of the hottest holiday gifts of the year, making it a great time to get your must-have items ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. You can score markdowns of up to 70% off (or more!) and plenty of gift ideas and holiday hosting essentials available for less than $25.

Do I need a Walmart+ membership to shop the Holiday Deals sale?

Unlike Amazon Prime Day, you don't need a special shopping membership to shop the Walmart Holiday Deals sale. Having a Walmart+ membership, however, will let you access early deals and special savings. If you want first dibs on some of the best deals of the year, you can sign up for a Walmart+ membership free for 30 days right now. After the trial period ends you'll pay $98 for one year of shopping benefits or $12.95 per month.

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Is the Walmart Holiday Deals sale worth it?

If you want to save money heading into what is sure to be a busy holiday season, then the Walmart Holiday Deals sale is absolutely worth it. The massive sale gives you a rare opportunity to bag must-have holiday gifts at great prices ahead of the November shopping rush. Whether you're shopping for TVs, clothing or household essentials, you'll be able to get what you need at prices you want during the massive Walmart sale.

Shop the best Walmart deals available now

Dyson V7 Advanced Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

Keep a clean house with the help of this affordable Dyson vacuum.

$259.99 at Walmart (Save $140)

Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Six-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker

Get this stylish slow cooker at Walmart for less than $50.

$49.96 at Walmart (Save $19.04)

Travelhouse 3-Piece Luggage Set Hardshell

Three pieces of sturdy luggage can be yours right now for less than $120.

$89.99 at Walmart (Save $310)

JWD Women's Two-Piece Casual Set

This two-piece set is casual, cute and super affordable.

From $19.99 at Walmart (Save $19)

Hisense 58-Inch Class R6 Series 4K UHD Roku Smart TV

Net $60 off a 58-inch plasma that has Roku compatibility and more.

$238 at Walmart (Save $60)

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