Scavenging the shelves for the best items at Walmart can feel overwhelming because the store has just about everything at everyday low prices. If you really want to suffer from decision paralysis, you could also do some online shopping and get free shipping that arrives in two days. Add the retailer’s frequent sales into the mix, and this feeling of desperate frugality can multiply.
Certain items go on sale during specific months for this calendar of savings, from electronics and home essentials to seasonal products and groceries. To help you plan smarter, GOBankingRates has compiled the best Walmart items to buy each month of the year, so you can get the most bang for your budget.
January: Carote Nonstick Cookware Set
- Price range: $59.99 to $109.99 (Depending on varying sales or discounts)
If you’re like many people, the holidays are filled with parties, family gatherings and dining out. Therefore, you might want to reset in January, and Walmart’s Carote Nonstick Cookware Set can help you do that.
You’ll get 16 pieces, including nonstick frying and sauté pans made from eco-friendly material. Additionally, the set comes with three universal lids, four pot protectors and removable handles, which is a pretty chill Walmart seasonal deal.
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February: Dyson Dyson Big Ball Turbinehead Canister Vacuum
- Price range: $229.99 to $379.99 (Depending on varying sales or discounts)
The next stop on the Walmart savings guide is President’s Day, where sales can bring major savings, especially for the Dyson Vacuums. These cleaning machines are all great for cleaning up after the holiday season or just after your relatives and pets.
March: Walmart-Curated Easter Dinner
- Estimated price: $8 per person
Last year, Walmart’s Easter dinner was the best deal of the month at Walmart. For the holiday, Walmart offered a seasonal Easter meal, featuring holiday must-haves like ham, sweet potatoes, apple pie, all the ingredients for deviled eggs and more. The specially curated dinner could serve up to 10 people, and only cost about $8 per person, making this holiday meal easy on your budget.
April: Ibuprofen by Equate
- Price: $2.12 for 100-count
When spring arrives, seasonal allergies can flare up fast, and so do the Walmart shopping tips. This makes Equate Ibuprofen the best item to stock up on in April. Several different sizes are available, ranging from a 40-count bottle for $1 to a 200-count container for just under $5.
May: Outdoor Furniture
- Price range: $105.99 to $1,976.11 (Depending on set, varying sales or discounts)
Patio season unofficially begins in May, making outdoor furniture a great item to buy. Walmart has a huge selection, including patio sets, chairs, tables, lounge furniture and more. Decide exactly what your space needs, then seek out deals, such as Memorial Day sales.
June: Intex Above-Ground Swimming Pool With Filter Pump
- Price range: $179.99 to $214.99 (Depending on varying sales or discounts)
If you’ve been wondering how to save money at Walmart, one of the biggest ways is an annual event called Walmart+ Week that happens in June. Deals for 2026 won’t be revealed until closer to the start date, but objectively, the best item last year was the Intex Metal Frame Above-Ground Swimming Pool With Filter Pump when it was offered at a deep discount.
July: Fourth of July Party Supplies
If you’re hosting a Fourth of July party, you need decorations. For example, last year, Walmart sold a complete set of patriotic-themed party supplies — including disposable plates, cups, napkins, utensils, a tablecloth, and a banner — which served up to 24 people.
August: Honeywell QuietSet Oscillating Table Fan
- Price range: $28.89 to $34.99 (Depending on varying sales or discounts)
No matter where you live, temperatures are probably on the warmer side in August. This makes the Honeywell Table Fan an appropriate buy. Measuring 13 inches tall, this four-speed fan has 10-feet air circulation power and auto off time, making it a great choice to move from room to room wherever it needs to be cooled down.
September: Great Value Pumpkin Spice Cake Mix
- Price: $1.84 (Depending on varying sales or discounts)
Pumpkin spice season begins in September, making this cake mix a must-buy item. Great Value Pumpkin Spice Cake Mix can serve up to 10 people and is a great seasonal treat.
October: Donner Halloween Fog Machine
- Price range: $39.99 to $89.99 (Depending on varying sales or discounts)
Ambiance is everything on Halloween night. That makes the Donner Halloween Fog Machine an essential. This wireless smoke machine with a wired remote control creates 13 different colors. Besides Halloween, you can also use it for a winter holiday party.
November: Sony Truly Wireless In-Ear Headphones
- Price range: $59.72 to $85.24 (Depending on varying sales or discounts)
If you’re an avid shopper, Black Friday may be your Super Bowl. Walmart always delivers with a huge variety of deals, averaging 36% off. Given this, it can be hard to choose the best item to buy, but the Sony WF-C500 Truly Wireless in-Ear Headphones are likely to be one of the better deals.
December: Cate & Chloe Ariel 18-Karat Cubic Zirconia Stud Earring
- Price range: $13.99 to $110.00 (Depending on varying sales or discounts)
A great holiday gift for yourself or someone special, these Cate & Chloe Ariel 18-Karat Stud Earrings are available in rose gold, yellow gold and silver.
Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location. Jennifer Taylor contributed to the reporting for this article.
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