October 2026: Hot Walmart Groceries You Won't Want To Miss

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Every month, we cover the best new Walmart grocery finds (most recently in September 2026), and every month, we find several exciting items that we absolutely have to try out. As October breezes bring in Jack-o'-lantern candle flickers of Halloween and the blossoming golden and red mums of deep autumn, our thoughts turn towards satiating all the little trick-or-treaters at our door and how to best nourish our bodies in the hectic time period of jobs, sports practices, and leaf-raking before cold weather sets in. Whether we're in the cubicle or at the tailgate party, our schedules are packed. 

No matter what you're cooking up this month — we're thinking of bringing back a three-ingredient fall apple dump cake ourselves — Walmart has you covered on both essentials and all the little treats you need to keep the home life chugging along. From a whole sack of everyone's favorite candy to a nourishing brownie bar, we're checking our list off when it comes to sweets ... and warming mugs of something delicious, snackety-snacks, and a canned staple to boot! Remember that availability is subject to change both online and in-store, so check your Walmart app for the most recent updates. Pricing information is accurate as of this writing and doesn't reflect any promotions or deals.

Learning how much money Americans spend on candy every Halloween can feel a little overwhelming, and so gathering your own stash can feel like a chore. That's why you need a bag stuffed with what kids call "the good stuff," like M&M's, Skittles, and Snickers, to name a few. This is the premium candy that doesn't gather dust when November comes around, with nary an orange-wrapped peanut butter taffy in sight! 

Purchase the M&M's, Skittles & More Fun Size Halloween Candy Variety Pack for $19.87 per bag. 

We've computed the numbers on coffee vs. water when it comes to hydration, but when it comes to java flavored like caramel popcorn, the joe is gonna win every time. Add your favorite creamer and sweetener to this small-batch, medium-roast ground coffee, and you're all set. The bag, which is themed to the smash-hit streaming series "The Mandalorian," is so cool that you won't want to stash it in your cupboard. 

Purchase Bones Coffee Cantina Caramel Crunch Flavored Ground Coffee for $19.99 per bag. 

An unexpected dipper for all your game day platters this October, these matzo chips will do a bang-up job scooping guac, salsa, queso, and/or hummus to your mouth. We love the quirky branding and the fresh take on the normal (read: boring) assortment of crackers and chips in the snack aisle. We also might layer them with lunch meats and olives for a cute canapé. Notably, these are kosher, but not kosher for Passover — that's a different list of foods. 

Purchase The Matzo Project Matzo Chips for $7.13 per bag. 

On the list of foods with more protein than an egg, you probably didn't think a brownie could land in such a lineup, but this weighty snack fits the brief exactly. It may taste like a chocolate glazed donut, but it's a worthy indulgence when you want to nutrient-load after your next workout. As a bonus, it contains five grams of collagen. Stash a couple of these in your purse or backpack for easy snacking when your sweet tooth gives you a pang. 

Purchase Prime Bites High Protein Brownie for $2.98 apiece. 

When we think "Bush's Best," we usually think baked beans — which we love to sprinkle with cinnamon for a delicious spice upgrade, by the way! It delights us to see that the brand, which many folks enjoy, has broken into pinto beans, another pantry staple that we love to have on hand for easy meals. This generous can is 15.5 ounces, which is plenty for serving with Tex-Mex meals or mashing with seasonings into refritos. 

Purchase Bush's Best Pinto Beans for $1.53 per can. 

Getting tired of drinking the same, old tea bags? Let a pouch of this fruity loose-leaf tea put some jazz in your step. One bag makes a few weeks' worth of cups, and the mango-pineapple flavor will put much-needed tropical warmth in your brisk autumn days. It's also caffeine-free, making this a worthy sip for chilly evenings when you don't want to be kept awake and jittery. 

Purchase Tiesta Tea Maui Mango Herbal Loose Leaf Tea Pouch for $5.94 per bag. 

Teriyaki sauce is one of those kitchen must-haves essential for throwing together quick, nourishing weeknight meals like stir-fries, and we especially like a lower-sodium option. (While we're at it, soy sauce and tamari are not the same, and neither is teriyaki!) P.F. Chang's is one of our favorite chains for great family meals, so we appreciate seeing the name on Walmart shelves. Add some rice, veggies, and your favorite protein — dinner is served. 

Purchase P.F. Chang's Home Menu Less Sodium Teriyaki Sauce for $8.27 per bottle. 

Nacho cheese chips are a lunchbox fave whether you're six, 16, or 60 years old (or beyond that, honestly). We appreciate a snack-sized bag that hasn't gotten whacked by the inflation stick, and this sub-one-dollar sack does the trick. These make a great impulse purchase when one needs a munch for the drive home, and they won't break the bank. As a side bonus, they're gluten-free, which can't be said for every checkout lane indulgence. 

Purchase Great Value Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips for $0.97 per 2.5-ounce bag. 

D'ya hear that? By George, that's Santa's music! With only a few short weeks until everything spooky segues to all things merry and bright, our minds are already turning towards holiday baking, including the reason we leave cookies out on Christmas night. This pretty quartet of finishing sugars will not only look nice on your countertop, but they'll also spice up all your treats. We might even sprinkle some atop a cloud of whipped cream on your hot cocoa. 

Purchase McCormick Assorted Finishing Sugar Caddy Bundle for $27.98. 

Busy lives call for smart solutions, and, for our money, low-calorie chicken jerky sticks are practically brain food. You likely won't eat a whole rotisserie chicken in your car, even if there are a ton of uses for these store-bought supermarket birds, but you can easily unwrap and chow down on a couple of these sticks when your tummy's rumbling. The teriyaki flavor is a nice bonus and would go well with some (matzo?) crackers and cheese. 

Purchase Mighty Spark Teriyaki Style Mini Chicken Sticks for $11.97 per 12-count bag.