Great Thanksgiving 2025 Deals in Texas You Shouldn’t Miss
As Thanksgiving approaches, Texans have plenty of opportunities to save — whether you're planning to travel, cook, or order a feast to-go. Here are some of the best holiday deals around the Lone Star State for Thanksgiving 2025.
1. Fill Your Tank for Less — Travel-Ready Fuel Deal
If you're hitting the road for Thanksgiving, Circle K is offering a 40-cent-per-gallon discount for Inner Circle rewards members. The promotion runs for 24 hours and applies to over 600 locations across Texas. MySA
Limit: 35 gallons per transaction. MySA
Sign up for the Inner Circle program through the Circle K app or website to take advantage. MySA
This is perfect for those long drives between Texas cities or heading out-of-state for Thanksgiving.
2. Thanksgiving Dinner Deals on a Budget
Walmart’s $39 Meal Basket
Walmart is once again offering its budget-friendly Thanksgiving bundle: for just $39, you can get a full meal that feeds up to 10 people. Tom's Guide+1
Includes a 13.5-lb Butterball turkey (around $0.97/lb this year), plus classic sides and pumpkin pie ingredients. Tom's Guide
Order online for pickup or delivery. First-time pickup & delivery customers may also get free express delivery. Tom's Guide
Kroger “Freshgiving” Bundle
Kroger is back with its “Freshgiving” 16-ingredient Thanksgiving meal bundle. People.com
Feeds 10 people for less than $4.75/person. People.com
Includes: 14–16 lb frozen turkey, stuffing, yams, green beans, cranberry sauce, rolls, pumpkin puree, whipped topping, gravy, and more. People.com
Available from November 12 onward. People.com
These bundles can be a game-changer if you want a full Thanksgiving spread without spending a fortune or doing all the cooking yourself.
3. Restaurant & Local Meal Options
Texas Roadhouse Rolls
While Texas Roadhouse restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving Day, they have a sweet deal leading up to the holiday. Texas Roadhouse Menu with Prices+1
Frozen dozen rolls are available for $4.99, paired with their famous honey-cinnamon butter. Texas Roadhouse Menu with Prices
You can bake them at home, bringing that Roadhouse feel to your Thanksgiving table. Texas Roadhouse Menu with Prices
If you’re giving gifts, Roadhouse also offers a gift card promotion: buy $30 in gift cards, get a $5 bonus card (valid later). Texas Roadhouse Menu with Prices
Dine-in & To-Go Thanksgiving Meals in Houston
In Houston, several restaurants are offering Thanksgiving packages for dine-in or pickup:
Bayou Heights Bier Garten has to-go Thanksgiving packages starting around $120 for 2–6 people. KPRC
If you’re looking to support local businesses or enjoy a restaurant experience, now’s a good time to explore.
4. Black Friday Shopping in Texas
Thanksgiving also marks the kickoff for big shopping deals. Here’s what to watch for in Texas:
Texas Outlet Malls:
Grapevine Mills (DFW area) opens for Black Friday with many outlet stores. LiveAbout
Katy Mills (Houston area) likewise has late evening Thanksgiving hours followed by Black Friday discounts. LiveAbout
Tanger Outlets in places like San Marcos run “Moonlight Madness” sales with deep holiday discounts. LiveAbout
Retailers:
Target is lowering prices on ~3,000 essential products this holiday season, including food, baby items, and pantry staples. Houston Chronicle
Many big-box or department stores are adjusting their Thanksgiving & Black Friday hours, so double-check local outlets. Kiplinger
5. Free / Community Thanksgiving Options
If you or someone you know might benefit from a more community-driven Thanksgiving, there are some good local initiatives:
In Dallas, “Operation Turkey” and other groups are coordinating hot meal deliveries on Thanksgiving Day. Texas Health Resources
These services often cater to families in need or those who can’t prepare a full dinner, so they’re worth looking into if local to you.
Tips to Make the Most of These Deals
Order Early: Bundles like Walmart’s or Kroger’s will likely sell out, so place your order now.
Join Loyalty Programs: For deals like the Circle K fuel discount, you’ll need to be enrolled in their rewards program.
Plan Your Pickup/Delivery: For restaurant meals, check cutoff times; many Thanksgiving to-go options close early.
Compare Neighborhood Outlet Malls: If you plan to shop on Black Friday, pick which outlet mall is most convenient and has stores you actually want to hit.
Give Back If You Can: Consider volunteering or donating to community Thanksgiving programs — great way to support others and save on costs too.