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10 Thanksgiving Items You Should Never Buy Anywhere But Dollar Tree

Affordable Thanksgiving decor and classic ingredients and spices at a surprising location.

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Updated March 12, 2026
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There are plenty of reasons to get excited about Thanksgiving prep. But shopping for this big holiday with family can also get pretty expensive. 

That's why we're highlighting a secret weapon for your Thanksgiving shopping: Dollar Tree.

While you may not think to shop at the notoriously low-priced store for Thanksgiving, you'll be surprised to know that there are loads of holiday goodies available at a steal of a price. Save on groceries, dishes, kitchen necessities, and decor by shopping from this curated list.

Editor's note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.

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Fall Harvest Dinner Plate

fall harvest dinner plate

Price: $1.50

You can get these Fall Harvest dinner plates for a little over a buck. Pottery Barn sells autumnal-themed plates each year for a hefty $79.50 for a set of 4 plates. Replicate the look and save money by snagging up these fall leaf plates instead.

With matching bowls and plates, Dollar Tree's fall-themed dinnerware selection is an affordable option to add some holiday detail to your dining table.

Supreme Tradition Turkey Seasoning

turkey seasoning

Price: $1.25

You'd be surprised what you can find at this store. Dollar Tree actually has a variety of seasonings and spices. Perfect for turkey time, this turkey seasoning is a must-have for your Thanksgiving shopping list. Walmart sells a comparable seasoning for $3.12, which makes this Dollar Tree option the better choice.

So Natural 100% Pure Pumpkin

100% pure pumpkin

Price: $1.25

With Thanksgiving, there's always pumpkin pie. Treat your family to your homemade pumpkin pie while sticking to a budget. Dollar Tree sells their canned pumpkin at a nice price, while Target sells a comparable can for $2.59 retail. Instead of shopping multiple places, make it easy and grab ingredients and decor in one stop.

Bama Graham Cracker Pie Crust

9 inch graham cracker pie crust

Price: $1.25

Speaking of pies, you'll need an affordable pie crust. Instead of spending hours prepping to make your own, take a break and buy this option.

Dollar Tree sells a nine-inch graham cracker pie crust for a little over a dollar, making it the easy option this year. You're getting a great deal when you compare this crust with a similar $3.99 one available at Whole Foods.

Pillsbury Cookie Mix

pillsbury cookie mix

Price: $1.25

Not every Thanksgiving recipe has to be overly complicated. Why not make it easy on yourself and pick up a few sweet treats for everyone that take almost no time to bake?

Pillsbury has plenty of different options, including classics like gingerbread and traditional chocolate chips. Walmart carries Pillsbury cookie mix for almost double the price, so why not stop at Dollar Tree instead for double the cookies?

Seasonal Table Cover

seasonal table cover

Price: $1.50

After all the cooking that Thanksgiving requires, there's the clean-up after dinner. Why not make cleaning the table easy while still keeping things festive? These darling 54x15-inch table covers will keep your furniture clean from gravy spills and pie crumbs.

All you have to do is toss the cover after the meal or shake out the crumbs if you're interested in keeping the covers for your next harvest-themed dinner party.

Home Collection 100% Cotton Oven Mitt

cotton oven mitt

Price: $1.25

You'll be baking all week, so it's time to throw out your old oven mitt and grab one of Dollar Tree's inexpensive but impressive in quality oven mitts. These 100% cotton mitts are comparably expensive at some other stores.

Crate & Barrel sells one for $14.95, making Dollar Tree's option, available in blue and black, the better deal.

Everyday Plastic Spoons

everyday plastic spoons

Price: $1.25

Paper plate option this Thanksgiving? Then you'll also need plastic utensils. This 48-pack of everyday spoons is a fantastic bargain. Walmart sells their 48-pack for $3.58, so you'll be able to pick up two packs and still save some cash when you shop the better option.

Decorative Scarecrows

decorative scarecrows

Price: $6

For your front yard or even your kitchen, these decorative scarecrows are the cutest addition to your home. Make your home more on-theme when you pick up some of these for a little over a dollar. There's a variety of styles available, with one customer rating them a solid five stars and saying they "love the pumpkin one!"

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Bruce's Yams

bruce’s yams

Price: $1.25

Another Thanksgiving shopping essential, a good quality can of yams, can be found at Dollar Tree. Bruce's Yams is sold across several locations for a reason. People can't get enough of them. Target sells this same can of yams for $1.99, so to save big, shop Dollar Tree's option.

Bottom line

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There you have it: all your Thanksgiving must-haves at an affordable price — and at an unexpected location. It's a shopping hack you'll want to save for any holiday shopping.

Save money shopping this year by gathering your favorite recipe ingredients and Thanksgiving decor from Dollar Tree. When you look at their prices, you can get much more within your budget compared to if you shopped somewhere else — even popular brand-name products.

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