Thanksgiving in the US: 10 places to get free, discounted turkey, meal

Thanksgiving is celebrated every fourth Thursday of November, making it a staple tradition in the United States. This year, it falls on November 28, 2024. 

The holiday is not just a day for enjoying hearty meals and family gatherings but also a time to reflect on gratitude and community. For many, the celebrations extend into Friday, creating a four-day weekend filled with festivities, shopping, and relaxation.

As Thanksgiving approaches, several organizations and stores are ensuring that everyone partake in the spirit of giving by offering free turkeys or discounted meals to those in need. 

Here’s a detailed guide to some of the best places to secure a turkey for your holiday table.

Here are some notable offers based on a detailed report from Money.com:

Acme Markets

You can activate the coupon in your Acme Rewards account by spending $300 between October 18 and November 28, and claim a free Signature Farms frozen turkey weighing 10-22 pounds. Locations include over 150 stores across Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Albertsons

Until November 19, customers spending $150 or more on a single grocery order for pick-up or delivery can receive a free 16-20 pound Signature Farms frozen turkey. Albertsons operates over 350 locations primarily in the Midwest and Western states.

Foodtown

Shoppers who accumulate $400 on their Foodtown Club Cards between November 11 and November 28 can claim a free 10-20 pound store-brand turkey. Foodtown has 72 locations across Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Giant

Giant rewards members who earn 400 points (one point per $1 spent) by November 28 can redeem them for a Shady Brook Farms turkey (up to 20 pounds). Giant has over 300 locations in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

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Hy-Vee

Through November, Hy-Vee offers a “buy a ham, get a turkey” deal. Purchasing a Hormel Cure 81 ham entitles shoppers to a free 14-pound Honeysuckle White frozen turkey. Hy-Vee operates 240 stores primarily in the Midwest.

H-E-B

Through November 19, shoppers in Texas can grab a free 12-pound RiverSide turkey with the purchase of an H-E-B brand ham. H-E-B has 435 locations in Texas and Mexico.

Randalls

Until November 19, shoppers spending $75 or more at Randalls can receive a Signature Farms turkey while supplies last. Randalls operates 27 stores in Texas.

ShopRite

Rewards members who spend $400 using their club card by November 28 can select one free holiday item, including turkeys, smoked hams, roasting chickens, or lasagnas. This offer excludes Maryland locations, with about 280 stores in other Northeastern states.

Weis Markets

You can earn 400 reward points ($400 in spending) by November 28 to redeem for holiday items like turkeys, turkey breasts, or even vegan Tofurky roasts. Weis Markets operates about 200 locations in the Northeastern U.S.

WinCo Foods

Beginning from November 20, customers spending $125 in one visit can receive a free Honeysuckle White or Jennie-O turkey. This promotion is available until November 27 at 141 stores across Western states, Texas, and Oklahoma.