Build a Halloween Gift Basket On a Budget With These Expert-Approved CVS Picks

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While many people associate gift-giving with the holiday season that comes at the end of each year, Halloween is a fun time to get an early start on showing your loved ones you care. If your spirit is feeling both spooky and generous, put together a Boo Basket for your loved ones! This fun, festive idea is super affordable right now thanks to the CVS Extra Big Deals Event. You can shop all kinds of Halloween goodies like candy, toys and much more at amazing prices.

If this savings event is new to you, here’s the scoop: the CVS Extra Big Deals Event is a monthly savings event currently running now until Oct. 26. You’ll find over a thousand deals, buy one, get one free savings and more on seasonal products and brands you know and love. The event is live just in time to stock up before Halloween itself! While you do need to be a CVS ExtraCare member to participate, you can simply sign up here for free now. Super serious savvy shoppers may want to opt for the ExtraCare+ membership that costs $5 a month but saves you much more over time. This membership type includes the standard perks of the ExtraCare membership (sale prices, cash back rewards and birthday rewards) and adds the following: 24/7 Pharmacist Helpline access, free shipping, free delivery, 20% off CVS Health® brand products and more.

We entrusted gifting expert Gabby Gonta with creating an ideal Halloween gift basket when shopping the CVS Extra Big Deals event — plus a few affordable bonus buys you won’t want to miss! Follow along and shop Gabby’s top picks to create your own spooktacular basket for someone special in your life!

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Learn More About Gabby’s Picks

Spooky Village Teal Halloween Bucket

In any good gift basket, the basket itself should be part of the gift. This teal jack-o-lantern bucket is a super cute twist on a classic. It also comes with a new meaning! CVS states in the description that a teal pumpkin signifies a safer and more inclusive Halloween experience. Houses can display this color pumpkin on the porch to indicate that beyond candy, you’re offering non-food treats that are safe for all trick-or-treaters. If you’re creating a gift basket for a kiddo, they can even use it for trick-or treating on the big night! Otherwise, it can also double as a cute and festive seasonal candy bowl.

Extra Big Deals Event Price: $3.99, Buy 3 Get 2 Free

Squishmallows Neon Yellow Ghost Squish Plush

Squishmallows are one of the most popular stuffed toy brands around, and with this cute design, it is no question why. They are made with ultrasoft materials that increase the appeal too. Even gifting expert Gabby Gonta had trouble deciding between several Halloween-inspired characters available at CVS. She ultimately chose this adorable ghost in a witch hat, but you can shop other seasonal Squishmallows here.

Extra Big Deals Event Price: $12.99

Spooky Village Halloween Friendship Bracelets

Friendship bracelets have come back in a big way both as a cutesy fashion statement and fun community activity at large events like concerts. Keep the adorable and caring tradition alive with a Halloween twist! Gift your loved one these sweet Halloween friendship bracelets. They feature fun sayings including “Boo” and “I Want Candy.”

Extra Big Deals Event Price: $3.99, Buy 3 Get 2 Free

Spooky Village Flashing Necklace

Building this basket for someone who is the life of the party? They could use this festive flashing ghost necklace for any fun Halloween events they attend this season. In addition to ghosts, there are also orange pumpkin and teal pumpkin options. Grab this seasonal flair to show someone you care.

Extra Big Deals Event Price: $4.99, Buy 3 Get 2 Free

Spooky Village Light-Up Wand

This neat light up want will be a neat addition to someone’s trick or treating evening or scary movie night. You can choose between the pumpkin above or select a skull design for a spookier look. It comes with a flash setting as well which is perfect for a Halloween dance party.

Extra Big Deals Event Price: $5.99, Buy 3 Get 2 Free

Spooky Village Bouncing LED Eyeball

Add a fun activity to the basket with this light up, bouncing eyeball toy. It bounces, flashes and comes with the batteries it needs so you don’t need to buy any separately. Choose between four designs and get ready to gift some off-the-walls fun.

Extra Big Deals Event Price: $3.99, Buy 3 Get 2 Free

The Nightmare Before Christmas Zero Plush Clip

“The Nightmare Before Christmas” is a classic that many people love to watch this time of year (though some prefer to wait until Christmastime.) No matter when you like to watch this popular flick, you surely love this lovable ghost dog, Zero. Luckily he’s here in plush form and he comes with a plastic clip-on so he can attach to backpacks, keychains and more. Who doesn’t love a gift they can show off while on-the-go?

Extra Big Deals Event Price: $7.99

Starbucks Caramel Dolce Cold Brew Concentrate

Luckily this super yummy cold brew is included in the CVS Extra Big Deals Event, so you can add it to your gift basket! It’s perfect for your loved one who can never get enough Starbucks or any parent who will be spending Halloween and the days surrounding it trying to keep up with kids on a sugar high. If you love your Starbucks too, be sure to snag some for yourself while the price lasts.

Extra Big Deals Event Price: $6.99 (orig. $13.49)

Assorted Halloween Candy

What’s a Halloween-themed gift basket without some candy? If you and/or your loved one have a sweet tooth, you’re in luck. The CVS Extra Big Deals Event is full of candy BOGOs. Find your favorite brands and stock up for trick or treating, gift-giving and of course, your own personal stash.

Extra Big Deals Event Price: Prices vary. Shop candy BOGOs.

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About Gabby

RMN: Tell us a bit about yourself.

I’m Gabby Gonta, your gifting bestie for everyone and every occasion! I’m a content creator and on-camera host from Southern California. Gift giving is my love language and passion so, I got you!

RMN: Why do you think people should be aware of CVS Extra Big Deals?

The CVS Extra Big Deals make it so much easier to gift even bigger, better gifts while also sticking within your budget!

I am definitely the most excited about the Starbucks coffee being on sale! You can never have too many Starbucks drinks on hand!

RMN: Why do you love shopping at CVS?

CVS is always so close and convenient to me. I can just hop on down the street and get literally whatever I need, especially for a last minute gift!

RMN: Any other tips for finding the best deals when shopping?

Write a list of everything you’d ideally want to buy or include in a gift, then try to find the best deal or most affordable alternative.

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