Where to Get an Affordable Thanksgiving Meal in Dubuque

This holiday season is poised to be a tough one for millions of American families. Grocery prices are stubbornly high. Inflation continues to be a factor. Federal workers haven't been paid in weeks, meaning their families are cash-strapped and worried.

Relief for us on Main Street consistently seems hard to find, but one Midwest grocery chain is trying to ease the burden. Be it fast food chains or grocery stores, "meal deals" remain enduringly popular because they present the concept of value to consumers. This grocery store's Thanksgiving meal deal aims to take the stress out of holiday dinner while presenting unbeatable value for families.

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Hy-Vee's Thanksgiving Meal Deal:

From November 3rd through November 26th, 2025, Hy-Vee will be offering a budget-friendly Thanksgiving dinner that can feed up to six people. It's their "Thanksgiving Meal Deal," available in-store and online for only $30. A gluten-free meal deal is also available for $50.

For convenience and practicality, the meal "includes all the traditional ingredients needed to prepare a Thanksgiving meal for the best value," per a press release from Hy-Vee. The meal deal starts at $30, and includes a whole turkey or turkey breast as well as dessert. Different options exist depending on the size of your family and/or dinner table. Options range from "party of two" meals to "party of 12," which also includes a choice of protein with sides that come ready-to-reheat.

How to Get Your Hands on Hy-Vee's Thanksgiving Meal Deal:

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Per Hy-Vee's press release, customers can start placing orders online on Hy-Vee's website or through their local stores (including the three in Dubuque: on Locust Street, Dodge Street, and in Asbury Plaza) right now. When ordering the meal, customers can arrange a pickup time at their local Hy-Vee store.

Be aware that Hy-Vee will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. That said, preordered meal packs can be picked up at the store on Thanksgiving Day between the hours of 8am and 11am.

Hy-Vee Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising & Retail Officer Anna Stoermer spoke about the impetus behind the $30 Thanksgiving Meal Deals:

At Hy-Vee, we want to help customers save time and money, and these meal options will do just that while allowing customers to spend more time with friends and family. We know the holidays can be a busy time and that no two celebrations look the same, so whatever Thanksgiving looks like for you, Hy-Vee has you covered - Hy-Vee Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising & Retail Officer Anna Stoermer, per Hy-Vee's press release

One More Delicious Deal:

In addition to the Thanksgiving meal deals, Hy-Vee will also bring back its popular "Buy a Ham, Get a Turkey Free" promotion throughout the month of November at all Hy-Vee locations. For more information on both deals, visit Hy-Vee's website.