Did you know that there are different things on sale each month of the year?
A while back I put together a Month to Month Shopping Guide that lists the best items to buy each month to save money!
Here I am highlighting the best items to buy this month!
October
Halloween deals are happening this month! However, note that the best deals are right before and right after Halloween.
It’s also pizza month so watch for pizza deals!
Or make this homemade pizza recipe!
National Taco Day is October 1st, so watch for taco deals!
Pumpkin Spice Day is October 1st! Make this pumpkin spice coffee recipe:
Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Copycat Recipe
October 1st is also National Homemade Cookies Day. Making homemade cookies is a frugal way to enjoy sweets!
National Cinnamon Bun is October 4th. Make this homemade cinnamon roll recipe!
National German-American Day is October 6th. Visit a museum! There are many cool German-American museums to visit including this one in the Quad Cities!
October 7th is Frappe Day – make this homemade frappuccino!
October 7th is also National Consignment Day. What is your favorite consignment shop?
National Farmer’s Day is October 12th. Have you visited a farm? We love New Day Dairy Guestbarn in Clarksville, Iowa. You can stay there overnight and watch the cows 24/7!
National Costume Swap Day is the second Saturday in October. This is a great way to save on costumes!
National Dessert Day is October 14th.
National Cheese Curd Day is October 15th. It was founded by Culver’s so look for deals there!
National Fossil Day is October 16th. My favorite place to see fossils is the North Dakota Heritage Museum in Bismarck!
National Mammography Day is the third Friday in October.
National Apple Day is October 21st.
National Trick or Treat Day is the last Saturday in October. Watch for Trick or Treating events!
National Pumpkin Day is October 26th.
National American Beer Day is October 27th.
National Chocolate Day is October 28th.
National Oatmeal Day is October 29th. Oatmeal is a frugal, versatile food! I eat it many mornings with fruit, brown sugar, nuts and even peanut butter.
National Cat Day is October 29th. Have you visited a cat cafe? Try Cafe Meow in Roseville and New Hope:
Of course, Halloween is on October 31st! Enjoy this free printable Halloween Bucket List:
October is the best time to buy:
Tires and car supplies are discounted for Fall Car Care month.
Halloween candy, decorations, costumes – the closer to Halloween, the better the deals, but the lower the selection
Summer clearance items; best time to stock up on next summer’s patio furniture or buy a grill
Appliances and vacuums: New models arrive so you’ll find sales on last year’s kitchen appliances and washers and dryers
Winter gear: Get good early deals on coats, hats and scarves
Camping gear, as summer camping season comes to an end
Travel! Warm destinations want to attract families now that kids are in school, and it’s not yet the holiday season. (I recommend visiting places right here in the midwest – check out my travel page!)
Cars! October through December is when dealerships are trying to get rid of old models. Bonus – go at the end of the month as they’re most motivated to meet sales quotas. Check out my guide “5 Tips for Buying a Car for Less.”
What NOT to Buy Right Now:
Electronics. These will go lower in price next month for Black Friday so wait if you can.
Seasonal produce on sale now:
Acorn squash
Apples
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Butternut squash
Cabbage
Cauliflower
Celery
Cranberries
Grapes
Leeks
Lettuce
Mushrooms
Parsnips
Persimmons
Pomegranates
Pumpkins
Rutabagas
Spinach
Sweet potatoes
Swiss chard
Turnips
Winter squash.
Discount Days
Indigenous Peoples/Columbus Day – 50% off clothing, shoes and home items at thrift stores like Savers and Unique Thrift Stores
View the full month to month list here!
And be sure to view my Deals & Events Calendar for more deals and fun this month!