Category Archives: Halloween Sales & Deals

50% Off Half Price Halloween Candy Discounts

March 13, 2025

There are 4 times per year to buy candy: immediately after Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Easter Sunday. Hershey, Nestle, Mars, and Wonka all create special holiday candy assortments. Packaging makes it unique to each particular holiday. After the holiday, this candy cannot be sold at full price because the packaging is now outdated. It cannot be saved and resold the following year because it would become inedible long before then. This is why Halloween candy is discounted significantly, beginning on November 1.

After Halloween candy discounts of 50% are common. Walmart, Target, Kmart, and Walgreens are good national sources. Target usually starts at 30%, but eventually gets to 50 and finally 70% in the final days. I’ve also found Kroger family stores to offer half price Halloween candy: Dillons, Fred Meyer, Fry’s Food Stores, QFC, Ralphs, Smith’s, Baker’s, City Market, Food 4 Less, Foods Co., Gerbes, Jay C Food Stores, King Soopers, Owen’s, and Pay Less Super Markets. If these retailers exist in your area, RiteAid, CVS Pharmacy, Cub Foods, A&P, Albertsons, Publix, Safeway/Von’s, Osco/Jewel, and Cashwise/Coborns are also worth a shot.

Be quick to take advantage of half price Halloween candy sales! The “good stuff” always sells out within a few days. Come early and you’ll find Reese’s Pumpkins and Ghosts, Kit Kats, Twix, Milky Way, Snickers, Three Musketeers, and Baby Ruths for 50% off. Wait too long and there will be nothing left besides suckers and junk that nobody wants. November 1st is prime time for half price Halloween candy deals.

Best Halloween Candy Price? Check Package Weight!

March 13, 2025

It’s already time to stock up on Halloween candy! But how do you know you’re getting the best deal? There’s a bewildering assortment of brands, package sizes, and prices. Those big Halloween candy bags boast about how many pieces they contain. You’ll see this information displayed prominently on the front of the package: “55 PIECES”, “200 PIECES”, “250 PIECES”, and so on. Dividing the selling price by the number of pieces will give you the cost per piece of Halloween candy. But the size of the pieces varies greatly. Some are mini-size or fun-size bars while others are only bite-sized. How do you determine the best sale price for bags of Halloween candy? Simple. CHECK THE WEIGHT!

By law, all solid food items sold in the U.S. must contain the net weight near the bottom front of the package. This is the only true measure of how much product you are receiving. Do the math. Divide the price by the weight indicated on the package. Move the decimal point 2 places to the right if you’re using a dollars and cents amount as the price ($9.88, for example.) This gives your cost in cents per ounce of Halloween candy. Now, you can compare different sized bags of the same candy and find the best value. This works whether you’re comparing bags from the same store or competing stores.

How much should you pay? For many years, my recommendation was 20 cents per ounce for the popular assortments. Due to food price inflation, I have increased this to 25 cents per ounce. This includes Hershey’s Milk Chocolate, Kit Kat, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Twix, M&Ms, Snickers, Milky Way, 3 Musketeers, Almond Joy, Whoppers Malted Milk Balls, Skittles, Starburst, Heath, and Milk Duds. You’ll have to hunt around to meet the 25 cents per ounce price point, but it’s out there. Good sources of cheap Halloween candy include Target, Walmart, Walgreens, Kmart, RiteAid, CVS, Sam’s Club, Costco, Kroger, Cub Foods, King Soopers, and Osco/Jewel.

The absolute BEST Halloween candy deals are found on November 1st. That’s when the half price clearance begins at most stores! But who wants to wait that long? Remember to check the weight, do the math, and shoot for a per-ounce cost of around 25 cents. It’s not the size that counts. It’s the weight of the bag that matters.

Papa John’s $9.99 Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Pizza

March 13, 2025

This Halloween promotion was active last year but has NOT been confirmed for 2025. I will keep watching to see if it or a similar offer returns. As soon as I receive further information, this page will be updated. Be sure to check back often!

Papa John’s Pizza is getting in on the fun this year with Jack-O-Lantern pizzas! Because they don’t want to smash your pumpkin, this pepperoni masterpiece arrives uncut. It’s a Halloween treat the entire family can enjoy. Best of all, a large thin crust Papa John’s Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Pizza is just $9.99 in most markets. Same price as last year! Your kids will love Papa John’s Jack-O-Lantern Pizza. They’re perfect for Halloween gatherings, spooky events, and late October pizza parties.

Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Pizzas available through Thursday, October 31, 2024 at participating locations. Price may vary by location. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Most Papa John’s Pizza restaurants will be open holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 28.)

Chipotle Halloween BOORITO Bowl Salad Tacos

March 7, 2025

This Halloween promotion was active previously but has NOT been confirmed for 2025. I will keep watching to see if it or a similar offer returns. As soon as I receive further information, this page will be updated. Be sure to check back often!

INFLATION ALERT: The price of this Chipotle Halloween promotion has increased from $5.00 last year to $6.00 at most locations.

Due to popular demand, Chipotle’s Halloween BOORITO returns this year! This annual promotion has become a Halloween ritual in many areas. It was cancelled for 2020 due to COVID-19, but returned last year and continues for 2022.

Go to Chipotle in costume after 3:00PM local time and get a burrito for only $6.00. If a burrito isn’t your thing, you can substitute a bowl, salad, or order of tacos. Get your costumes and appetites ready for the Chipotle Halloween Boorito!

Offer valid only on Monday, October 31, 2022 from 3:00PM until close at participating locations. Not valid on digital, delivery or catering orders or in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Limit one $6 Halloween Boorito per person. Most Chipotle restaurants will be closed Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 24.)

Papa Murphy’s $10 Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Pizza

March 1, 2025

This archived Halloween promotion was active previously but has NOT been confirmed for 2025. I will keep watching to see if it or a similar offer returns. As soon as I receive further information, this page will be updated. Be sure to check back often!

Once again this year, Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake brings back their popular Jack-O-Lantern pizzas! With eyes made out of olives and a nose and mouth of pepperoni, they’ve created a Halloween specialty that the entire family can enjoy. Best of all, a large Papa Murphy’s Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Pizza is just $10.00 with no coupon required. Your kids will love the Papa Murphy’s Jack-O-Lantern Pizza. They’re perfect for Halloween parties or just a scary family pizza night.

This offer valid for Large Signature Jack-O-Lantern Pizza on Original crust only. Upgrade to Family Size for $3 additional charge. Available through Saturday, October 31, 2020 at participating locations. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Most Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza restaurants will be open holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26.)

Godfather’s $14.99 Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Pizza

March 1, 2025

Once again this year, Godfather’s Pizza has Jack-O-Lantern Halloween pizzas. With eyes made out of olives and a nose and mouth of pepperoni, they’ve created a Halloween masterpiece you can’t refuse. Through October 31, the Godfather’s large Jack-O-Lantern Pizza is just $14.99. Your kids will love the Godfather’s Jack-O-Lantern Pizza! They’re perfect for trick-or-treat parties as well as spooky family pizza nights.

Jack-O-Lantern pizzas are available through Saturday, October 31, 2020 at most Godfather’s Pizza locations. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Mozza-Loaded Crust extra. Most Godfather’s Pizza locations will be closed Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26.)

IHOP FREE Halloween Scary Face Pancake

February 22, 2025

IHOP means International House of Pancake. On October 31, IHOP means kids eat a FREE Scary Face Pancake for Halloween! The Scary Face pancake starts with one of IHOP’s famous buttermilk pancakes. Then, add whipped topping mouth and a glazed strawberry nose. Finally, top it off with 10 delicious decorations: two mini-Oreo cookies to create eyes and eight pieces of candy corn to add teeth or fangs. This IHOP free pancake event has become a Halloween tradition, only available on the last day of October. Bring the kids in to take part in the fun before they head out trick-or-treating!

Offer valid only on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 from 7:00-10:00PM at participating restaurants. Limit 1 free pancake per child, age 12 and under. Dine-in only. Most IHOP locations will be open holiday hours on Christmas Day (Tuesday, December 25.)

Cici’s Pizza Halloween FREE Kid’s Buffet

February 22, 2025

Kids in costume eat FREE at Cici’s on Halloween! Get a free Kid’s Buffet with the purchase of any Adult Buffet and a regular or large drink. Just present this coupon to your server to get the deal. Everyone loves Cici’s famous pizza, pasta, and salad buffet. Kids eat free. Mom doesn’t have to wash dishes or clean up afterwards. That makes a happy Halloween for everyone!

Offer valid on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at participating locations. Free Kid’s Buffet for ages 10 and under. Limit 1 coupon per party per visit. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Most Cici’s pizza restaurants will be closed Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 22.)

CVS Buy One Get One FREE Halloween Candy

February 22, 2025

Here’s the Halloween candy sale we’ve been waiting for! CVS Pharmacy is featuring Halloween candy at HALF PRICE when you Buy One and Get One FREE! All your favorites are included: Reese’s, KitKat, Snickers, Milky Way, 3 Musketeers, Twix, Nestle, plus many more. These are the standard size 8.67-12 ounce bags. Given the large candy price increases we’ve seen over the past few years, half price is a deal you cannot afford to pass up! Don’t miss this Buy One Get One Free Halloween candy special from CVS!

Offer valid through Saturday, October 27, 2018 at participating locations. You must be an ExtraCare cardholder to take advantage of this promotion. Most CVS Pharmacy stores will be open holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 22.)

Restaurants Where Kids Eat FREE on Halloween

February 17, 2025

These archived Halloween promotions were active previously but have NOT been confirmed for 2025. I will keep watching to see if they or similar offers return. As soon as I receive further information, this page will be updated. Be sure to check back often!

Halloween is the biggest day of the year for FREE Kids’ Meals! On any day of the week, you can find restaurants which allow kids to eat free with the purchase of an adult lunch or dinner entree. On Halloween, that number multiplies! Many of your favorite eateries will once again be giving free meals to trick-or-treaters in costume. Be sure to check back since this list will be updated reguarly between now and Halloween:

Arby’s: Not just kids, but everyone gets a free Halloween dessert with this coupon. Valid at participating locations in Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Washington, and Wyoming.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s: Kids in costume receive 1 free Kids’ Meal for each adult entree purchase.

Bertucci’s Italian Restaurant: Kids in costume eat free EVERY DAY from October 25-31! Get 1 free Kids’ Meal with each purchase of an adult lunch or dinner entree priced at $10.99 or higher. Each Kids’ Meal includes a Hood Hoodsie Cup

Burger King: Select locations will give free Whoppers to the first 500 people dressed as clowns from 7:00PM until close. Participating markets include Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; Boston, MA; Austin, TX; and Salt Lake City, UT.

Cici’s Pizza: Kids in costume enjoy 1 free buffet with each purchase of an adult buffet and drink. Ages 10 and under.

El Pollo Loco: LOCO Rewards members get a FREE Kids’ Meal with minimum purchase of $5.00. Download the El Pollo Loco app from Google Play or the Apple App Store and join LOCO Rewards before October 30th at 11:59PM. Coupon for free Kids’ Meal will be sent via the app on Halloween morning.

Godfather’s Pizza: Kids 10 and under are invited to trick-or-treat for a free goodie bag. Available October 27-31. While supplies last. Participating locations only.

Goodcents: Kids in costume get a free Kids’ Meal. Includes sandwich, side item, and kids’ juice. Limit 2 per paid adult meal purchase.

Huddle House: Every Tuesday, Huddle House has a free Kids’ Meal with each adult entree purchase of $6 or more. Since Halloween falls on a Tuesday this year, you’re in luck!

IHOP: Get a free Scary Face Pancake that you decorate yourself with candy corn, strawberries, Mini OREO cookies, and whipped topping. Available from 7:00-10:00PM to kids ages 12 and under.

Joe’s Crab Shack: Kids in costume eat free with purchase of any adult entree. Ages 13 and under. Limit 3 free Kids’ Meals per party, per visit with this flyer.

Mazzio’s Pizza: Free Kids’ Buffet with adult dinner buffet purchase and this coupon.

McAlister’s Deli: Enjoy 1 free Kids’ Meal for each child in costume with each purchase of an adult entree. Ages 12 and under.

Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub: Enjoy 1 free Kids’ Meal for each child in costume with each purchase of an adult entree. Ages 10 and under. Kids can also eat free on Sunday, October 29.

Noodles & Company: Get 1 free Kids’ Meal with the purchase of each regular sized entree. Offer available October 26-31.

Shoney’s: Kids get free trick-or-treat bags. Included in the bag is a coupon for a free kids’ meal.

UNO Pizzeria & Grill: Kids in costume eat free from 5:00-7:00PM. Make your own pizza & drink. Plus, participate in free arts and crafts! NOTE: This event will be held on Sunday, October 29, NOT on Halloween.

These last 2 aren’t free, but a great deal nonetheless. Both have become annual Halloween dining traditions!

Chipotle has their famous “BOORITO” special, starting at 3:00PM. Kids in costume can get a burrito, salad, bowl, or an order of tacos for just $3.00.

Sonic Drive-In has 50-cent Halloween corn dogs. Offer valid all day from open to close.

Unless otherwise indicated, all offers are dine-in only and cannot be combined with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Valid only on Halloween: Tuesday, October 31, 2017.

Spirit Halloween Coupon Promo Code Save 20%

February 17, 2025

Spirit Halloween gets you in the mood with savings of 20% off any single item in the store! Just present this coupon to your cashier and get the deal. Includes costumes, makeup, party accessories, and decorations. Whatever you need for Halloween, Spirit has it at 20% off when you present this coupon at checkout. For online orders at spirithalloween.com, enter the promo code TRICK20E to receive your discount. The most bewitching of holidays is just a few days away. Be ready for all the fun with help from Spirit Halloween.

Offer valid through October 31, 2017 at participating locations. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Most Spirit stores will be open regular hours on Halloween (Tuesday, October 31.)

Target Halloween Candy BOGO 50% Off Jumbo Bags

February 17, 2025

Target is having a Buy One, Get One at Half Price deal on their large party size bags of Halloween candy this week. Choose Hershey’s All Time Greats (94 pieces, 33.65 ounce bag), Mars Peanut & Caramel Lovers (80 pieces, 40 ounce bag), or other select 32.76 to 60 ounce bags. Regular price of each bag is $9.99. Your final cost after 50% savings on the second bag is $14.98, or $7.49 per bag. Stock up now so you’re ready when trick-or-treaters show up on Halloween!

Offer valid through Saturday, October 31, 2017 at participating locations. Quantities are limited and no rain checks will be given on this sale item. Most Target stores will be open regular hours on Columbus Day (Monday, October 9.)

Walgreens Halloween Candy $1.99 M&M’s Fun Size

February 17, 2025

Walgreens enters the Halloween candy sales wars this week with $1.99 bags of M&M’s Fun Size. Includes all your favorites: Plain, Peanut, Peanut Butter, plus other select varieties. These are the standard 8.2 to 10.57 ounce bags. If you’re an M&M’s fan, you know candy prices have increased significantly over the past few years. $1.99 used to be a common sale price. These days, it’s more like $2.99 or 2 for $5. There doesn’t appear to be a quantity limit on these, so stock up now on Walgreens Treat of the Week: M&M’s for just $1.99 per bag!

Sale price valid through Saturday, October 7, 2017 at participating locations. Most Walgreens stores will be open regular hours on Columbus Day (Monday, October 9.)

Krispy Kreme FREE Halloween Doughnut

February 12, 2025

How can you make Halloween even better this year? Show up in costume at participating Krispy Kreme Doughnuts locations and get a FREE donut! Wear your favorite costume to Krispy Kreme on October 31 and receive a free Halloween or Pumpkin Spice doughnut. No coupon or secret handshake required to get this deal. Just show up in costume to enjoy the great taste of Krispy Kreme, absolutely free!

Offer valid only on October 31, 2016 at participating U.S. and Canadian Krispy Kreme stores. No purchase necessary. Limit 1 free donut per customer. Due to safety concerns, please remove your masks before entering the store. Not valid at grocery or convenience stores. Most locations will be open holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 24.)

Souper Salad Halloween Kids Eat FREE

February 9, 2025

Kids in costume eat FREE at Souper Salad restaurant on Halloween! Don’t have a costume? No problem! The children still get to eat for only 99 cents. Be sure to bring the kids to Souper Salad this Halloween so they get a good meal before heading out trick-or-treating. No coupon required to get this deal. Just show up and enjoy!

Offer valid October 26-31, 2015 for children age 10 and under at participating restaurants. Adult buffet purchase required for each free or 99 cent Halloween Kid’s Buffet. Not valid at Albuquerque, Chattanooga, Georgetown, Lubbock, Midland, Pasadena, or any Arizona locations. Most Souper Salad locations will be open regular hours on Veterans Day (Wednesday, November 11) and closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26.)

Ryan’s Halloween Kids Eat FREE

February 9, 2025

All Ryan’s Buffet restaurants are permanently CLOSED. This page will remain for archival purposes. However, no further updates will be provided since Ryan’s is now defunct.

Bring your kids in costume to Ryan’s after 5:00 on Halloween evening and they eat FREE with the purchase of an adult dinner! A great way to make sure your little ghosts and goblins get a good meal before heading out trick-or-treating. Menu and hours vary by location, so be sure to call your local Ryan’s restaurant. Kids 11 and under in costume eat FREE on Halloween at Ryan’s!

No coupon required to get this deal. This offer MAY be available at the other Buffets, Inc. restaurants: Old Country Buffet, Hometown Buffet, Fire Mountain, and Country Buffet. Call and ask if you are located in an area served by one of these restaurants.

Offer valid Wednesday, October 31, 2015 at participating locations. Limit 2 free kids meals per adult dinner purchase. Most Ryan’s restaurants will be open regular hours on Veterans Day (Wednesday, November 11) and open holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26.)

99 Restaurants Halloween Kids Eat FREE

February 9, 2025

Kids eat FREE at Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub all day on Halloween! Be sure to bring the kids to 99 Restaurants on Halloween so they get a good meal before heading out trick-or-treating. No coupon or costume required to get this deal. Just show up!

Offer valid October 31, 2015 for children age 10 and under at participating restaurants. Adult entrée purchase required for each free Halloween Kid’s Meal. Most Ninety Nine Restaurants locations will be open regular hours on Veterans Day (Wednesday, November 11) and closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26.)

Party City Halloween Coupon Save up to 25%

February 7, 2025

Party City is offering savings of up to 25% on your entire purchase! Spend $60, save 9. Spend $80, save $16. Spend $100, save $25. Here’s your chance to prepare for Halloween parties while enjoying substantial savings! Simply present this coupon to your cashier and get the deal. For online orders at PartyCity.com, enter the promo code PC68WJ at checkout.

This coupon offer valid through November 2, 2014 at participating locations. Most Party City stores will be open regular hours on Veterans Day (Tuesday, November 11) and closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27.) Party City will open early on Black Friday, November 28.

White Castle Halloween Coupon $1 off 10 Sliders

February 7, 2025

White Castle has a great Halloween promotion for you: save $1 on a sack of 10 Sliders. Simply present this coupon to your server and get the deal. Choose your favorite bag of White Castle burgers and take $1.00 off the regular price.

This coupon offer valid through October 31, 2014 at participating restaurants. Most White Castle locations will be open regular hours on Halloween (Friday, October 31) and open regular hours on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27.) Many are open 24 hours.

Boston Market Halloween FREE Kids Meal

February 7, 2025

Come in to Boston Market from now until Halloween and get a FREE Kids Meal with the purchase of any Individual Meal. Simply present this coupon to your cashier and get this deal. Kids eat free at Boston Market when you buy any Individual Meal.

This coupon offer valid until October 31, 2014 at participating restaurants. Most Boston Market locations will be open regular hours on Halloween (Friday, October 31) and open limited hours on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27.)