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Walmart Sets Oct. 7–12 ‘Walmart Deals’ Week With Walmart+ Early Access on Oct. 6

The retailer aims to jump-start holiday shopping with tens of thousands of discounts, early Walmart+ access, faster fulfillment options.

Overview

  • Deals open to all shoppers online at 12:00 a.m. ET on Oct. 7 and in stores at 6 a.m., running through 11:59 p.m. ET on Oct. 12.
  • Walmart+ members get an early shopping window on Oct. 6 starting at 7 p.m. ET, though membership is not required for the main event.
  • Walmart says the week will feature tens of thousands of markdowns up to 50% off across toys, electronics, home, fashion and more, with highlighted items including a Dyson upright vacuum, an ASUS 16-inch gaming laptop and a Hot Wheels Bowser’s Castle track set.
  • Offers will be available both online and in stores, with some exclusives by channel, and fulfillment expands to same-day service, 6 a.m. early-morning delivery and Express delivery in as little as 30 minutes.
  • The timing positions Walmart against rival October promotions such as Target Circle Week and Amazon’s fall event, with analysts noting retailers are pulling demand forward in a cautious spending environment.