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Is ShopRite Doing Free Turkey for Thanksgiving 2023?

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, many families are starting to plan their holiday meals. One of the most popular centerpiece options is a roasted turkey, but buying a turkey can get expensive. This leads many shoppers to wonder – is ShopRite doing their famous free turkey giveaway promotion for Thanksgiving 2023?

The good news is yes, ShopRite’s free turkey deal is back for another holiday season! This beloved promotion allows ShopRite customers to earn a free turkey or ham just by shopping for their regular groceries at ShopRite and using their Price Plus Club card.

Keep reading to learn all the details about scoring a free bird from ShopRite this Thanksgiving.

How Does ShopRite’s Free Turkey Promotion Work?

ShopRite’s free turkey giveaway is a holiday tradition going back over a decade. The way it works is simple – earn points by shopping as normal at ShopRite using your Price Plus Club card between certain dates, then redeem those points for a free turkey or ham.

Here are the basics of how to earn and redeem your free turkey:

• You earn points by shopping at ShopRite and using your Price Plus Club card between the promotional dates. This year, you can earn points from October 23rd through November 19th, 2023.

• The threshold to earn a free turkey varies by region, but is typically $400. You can see the required spend for your local ShopRite printed in the weekly circulars.

• Points are earned on most purchases except prescriptions, gift cards, stamps, etc. Your receipt will print your points earned for each trip.

• Once you hit the points threshold, your receipt will say you qualified for the turkey giveaway.

• Bring your receipt to the customer service desk anytime between October 23rd and November 23rd to redeem your free turkey or ham!

The specific free turkey and ham options vary, but usually include:

• ShopRite frozen turkey (10-22 lbs)
• Butterball frozen turkey (10-22 lbs)
• Empire Kosher turkey
• Cook’s smoked ham (7-8 lbs)

There are also options like lasagna and chicken available for non-turkey meals. Check your latest local ad for full details.

Tip: You don’t need to save your receipts! ShopRite’s system automatically tracks your points when you use your Price Plus card. Once you hit the threshold, just check your receipt.

Can I Get a Free Turkey at Any ShopRite Location?

Yes, you can redeem your free turkey or ham at any ShopRite location, regardless of where you earned your points! However, keep in mind:

• Each ShopRite region has a different points threshold, typically ranging from $300-$400.

• You must meet the points threshold for the ShopRite location you are redeeming at.

• Check the circulars so you know the required points for the ShopRite you plan to visit for redemption.

As long as you meet the points threshold printed in that store’s circular, you can redeem your free turkey at any ShopRite.

What Are This Year’s Promotion Dates?

For Thanksgiving 2023, the key dates for ShopRite’s free turkey giveaway are:

• Earn points: October 23 – November 19, 2023
• Redeem free turkey: October 23 – November 23, 2023

Mark your calendars! Be sure to use your Price Plus card during this period to start racking up points towards your free bird.

What Type of Turkey Can I Get For Free?

ShopRite offers several different free turkey options through this promotion. Here are the free turkey choices ShopRite typically offers:

• ShopRite frozen grade A turkey (10-22 lbs): This is ShopRite’s store brand basic turkey. Good for smaller gatherings.

• Butterball frozen turkey (10-22 lbs): A name brand frozen turkey. Also good for smaller gatherings.

• Empire Kosher turkey: Kosher frozen turkeys up to 22 lbs.

• Fresh turkeys: Option to take $1.99/lb off fresh turkeys weighing 15-22 lbs. Saves $30-40.

So you can choose from ShopRite’s store brand turkey, Butterball, or Empire Kosher. There’s also the fresh turkey discount if you prefer fresh.

If you want a specific brand like Honeysuckle White, you would pay the difference in price beyond the ShopRite frozen turkey.

Can I Get a Smaller Turkey?

Yes, the free turkeys range from 10-22 pounds. You can request a smaller 10-12 lb turkey at no charge if you have a smaller gathering.

Unfortunately ShopRite does not offer free turkeys smaller than 10 lbs through this promotion. If you need a smaller bird like a 5 lb breast, you would pay the difference in cost beyond the 10 lb minimum.

Can I Get a Free Ham Instead of a Turkey?

Absolutely! If turkey isn’t your thing, you can opt for a free spiral sliced ham instead.

ShopRite typically offers a free 7-8 lb Cook’s spiral cut smoked ham as one of the holiday reward options. You can also take $2.29/lb off other hams.

To get the free ham, simply request it when redeeming your earned points at the customer service desk.

Is There a Limit on Free Turkeys Per Household?

Yes, there is a limit of 1 free turkey or ham per household. This prevents individuals from clearing out all the free turkeys to resell them.

Some key qualification rules:

• 1 free turkey or ham per Price Plus Club card per promotional period

• Must be redeemed by an individual ShopRite customer, no groups or organizations

• Customers must physically come to the store to redeem, no phone orders

ShopRite also reserves the right to limit redemptions in cases of fraudulent activity.

Overall though, the vast majority of customers have no issues receiving their free turkey through normal redemption.

Does ShopRite Deliver Free Turkeys?

For customers using ShopRite’s delivery and pick up services, you can also get your free turkey!

When you qualify for the promotion, simply add your free turkey item to your ShopRite online order. As long as your Price Plus Club card is linked to your account, the turkey will ring up at no charge when you checkout.

So yes, you can absolutely have your free turkey delivered or ready for curbside pickup! No need to go inside the store.

Can I Get a Raincheck if the Store is Out of Stock?

Because this is an extremely popular deal, some ShopRite locations do run out of the free turkey varieties during the promotional period.

Unfortunately ShopRite’s policy is that no rainchecks will be issued for free turkeys. The offer is only valid while supplies last.

If your store is out of stock, your only option is to visit a different ShopRite location to redeem while supplies last. Act fast for the best selection.

The Bottom Line

ShopRite’s free turkey giveaway is back for Thanksgiving 2023! Between October 23rd and November 19th, earn points towards a free turkey or ham by shopping with your Price Plus Club card.

Then from October 23rd through November 23rd, redeem your free bird at any ShopRite location. With some planning, you can score a 10-22 lb turkey or ham for Thanksgiving without spending an extra penny.

As always, read your local ShopRite circulars for details and dates specific to your area. And remember to use your Price Plus card every time you shop at ShopRite to earn those free turkey points.

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at ShopRite! Gobble till you wobble.