The Best Trader Joe's Halloween Treats Added In October 2026

Trader Joe's believes that its practice of eschewing self-checkout stands is key to retaining its "people first" quirky charm, but we know that the seasonal selections are part of that, too. All year long, limited-time buys related to upcoming holidays charm us, whether we're talking about Christmas groceries that are merry and bright or Valentine's Day gift ideas that are beyond adorbs. To nobody's surprise, Trader Joe's is showing out for Halloween 2026. From the tiny trick-or-treaters in your life to the busy grown-ups, there's something fun and snacky for everyone in the household ... and that even includes the family pup! 

The reason we eat candy on Halloween originally had to do with keeping rambunctious teens in check, but that doesn't mean we don't all crave a little treat at this time of year. Now is the moment to load up your pumpkins and make the trek down to the store, where you'll scoop up seasonal goodies to satiate your need for festive fun. Keep in mind that these are only around for a short time, so you don't dally while browsing the selection. All pricing information was accurate as of this writing, but availability may vary based on location. 

We compiled a roundup of the most popular Halloween candies in 2025, but we don't need to consult a list to know that stuffed sandwich cookies shaped like smiling jack-o-lanterns will be a major hit in October. Trader Joe's is known for its Joe-Joes's cookies, which are the chain's take on Oreos, and we think the festive spin makes this box particularly appealing. This is apparently their 16th Halloween on shelves, and we can see why TJ's keeps rolling 'em out: the box is cute, the cookies are tasty, and the price is right at $4.49. 

It's always an occasion when Trader Joe's drops its viral totes and lunchboxes — we covered the news when the first wave of the latter was flying off shelves in 2024 — and you'd best believe we'd happily make a special trip to pick up one (or more) of these precious $2.99 mini totes in ooky-spooky Halloween colorways. The mini totes don't have a lot of function for actual TJ's shopping, as we generally buy too much to fit in such a tiny vessel, but they'd be perfect for carting a candy stash around. 

'Tis the season of pumpkin everything, and we ain't mad about it. This fall gourd is deliciously versatile in both savory and sweet preparations. Pumpkin ice cream falls on the latter end of the spectrum and is a glorious way to get in our annual autumn dose of indulgent, dairy-forward treats without running out for a PSL. We might scoop this ice cream into a cone and roll it in crushed snickerdoodles, or even use it for two-ingredient ice cream bread along with self-rising flour. One quart sells for $4.99. 

There's little else that we love quite as much as an elevated lunchbox staple. Along those lines, these bites are like a more mature Rice Krispies treat. With the peanut butter in the crispy rice, one gets a mouthful with a bit of salt and umami to complement the rich layer of chocolate on top. They seem like they'd be less cloying sweet than a typical snack square and more amenable to savoring, perhaps at a Halloween party. A box of 10 bites sells for $4.49

When holidays are around the corner, we love to get our pets in on the action with festive bandannas, collars ... and, yes, even costumes. Whether or not your pupper willingly accepts being dressed up like a furry bat or pumpkin, we bet they're gonna love these iced dog treats shaped like Halloween icons such as black cats and Frankenstein's monster. The canine cookies are flavored with peanut butter, a poochy favorite, and get their color from all-natural plant dyes. Pick up a $4.49 bag (or several) for the good boy or girl in your life. 

The typical American plans on spending triple digits on Halloween candy, which tells us that the seasonal candy market is serious business. Do gummies count in that number, or are they their own thing? That's a question for contemplation while noshing on chewy treats shaped like Halloween icons. For $4.99, you get 14 ounces of mini bags that are the perfect size for a tiny sugar rush when you need it most. Alternatively, hand them out to the little hobgoblins ringing your doorbell on October 31st ... we bet they'll love them, too. 

It's at least a month early for building holiday gingerbread houses, but we think this chocolate cookie kit will satisfy your need for edible festive architecture until then. For $9.99, this kit has everything you need to construct a sweet, crumbly edifice complete with sugary shingles and spooky soffits. We recommend scoping out our list of gingerbread house mistakes to avoid, since the building tips are very similar. Gather your loved ones and turn this project into a family night with cocoa and an airing of "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown."

When we aren't making our own boxed brownies even fudgier with sweetened condensed milk, we might be tempted to pick up a container of ready-made dessert that looks particularly scrumptious — and these icing-streaked "blondie brownies" definitely qualify. The name is a little confusing, but, to be clear, there's no cocoa in these squares. Instead, you get delectable blondies with a pumpkin spice kick, studded with white chocolate chips and pecans for a sweet autumnal surprise. These blondies cost $4.99 per package, and we bet they will vanish like a mischievous ghost when the lights come on. 

Inspired by the success of its beloved wintertime peppermint marshmallows, Trader Joe's released mini marshmallows kissed by smoky maple to enhance all your autumn sweets. Because artificial flavors are one of the ingredients the store never uses, you can expect the savor of real maple syrup in these tender treats, which just beg to join spice-spiked cocoa, Halloween-sprinkle-adorned Rice Krispies treats, or seasonal s'mores with cinnamon grahams and white chocolate. The six-ounce bag costs $2.99 and contains 'mallows that are gluten-free, vegan, and kosher, so that they can delight almost everyone equally.