Holidays

4 in 5 holiday travelers changing plans due to inflation, survey finds

October 24, 2024 5:42pm PDT

A new Bankrate survey reveals that 83% of Americans are adjusting their 2024 holiday travel plans due to inflation, with many opting for shorter trips, cheaper accommodations, and alternative travel methods.

Butterball unveils Thanksgiving turkey you ‘cook from frozen’

October 23, 2024 10:18am PDT

Butterball’s new “cook from frozen" turkey requires only two steps to make it: unwrapping it and popping it in the oven.

Aldi, Walmart, others tout Thanksgiving meal deals

October 18, 2024 1:24pm PDT

One deal includes a full meal for 10 people for under $47.

Macy's Thanksgiving parade will feature Minnie Mouse balloon for first time ever

October 18, 2024 10:23am PDT

Minnie Mouse is getting a 60-foot balloon at this year’s event joining Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy, as other Disney characters who debuted in the famous parade.

Thanksgiving and holiday travel trends in 2024: What you need to know

October 17, 2024 7:32pm PDT

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. airlines carried 853 million passengers in 2022, which was up from 658 million in 2021. The Sunday after Thanksgiving annually ranks as one the busiest and hectic days to fly in the entire year.

Halloween cocktail recipes: Five to try this spooky season

October 17, 2024 9:45am PDT

Halloween party drinks to try, including bloody mary syringes, Hocus Pocus "life force" punch and more -- including some N/A options!

Arizona's famous 'Thanksgiving Grandma,' Wanda Dench diagnosed with cancer

October 16, 2024 6:31pm PDT

Arizona's Thanksgiving Grandma, Wanda Dench, known for her bond with Jamal Hinton from a misdirected text, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis on social media on October 16.

Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year

October 16, 2024 10:41am PDT

Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Hottest Halloween costumes in your area: Google Frightgeist reveals 2024 trends

October 16, 2024 7:26am PDT

If you’re trying to avoid the same Halloween costume as everyone else – or if you’d rather blend in with the crowd – Google’s new Frightgeist page has you covered.

Halloween 2024: Here are the states that give out the most candy

October 15, 2024 12:40pm PDT

Here is a state-by-state map of which states go all out on Halloween when it comes to handing out candy and decorating. Where did your state rank?

Child dies at Halloween attraction during prank gone wrong: 'Horrific accident'

October 15, 2024 6:47am PDT

A child was killed in a freak accident over the weekend, Tennessee authorities say.

What's open and closed on Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day 2024?

October 14, 2024 6:09am PDT

Columbus Day is recognized as a federal holiday on the second Monday in October. While not a federal holiday, Indigenous Peoples’ Day is also recognized in several states and cities.

Spirit Halloween to transform for Christmas with new pop-up stores

October 8, 2024 9:32am PDT

Spirit Halloween is branching out into the holiday season by launching pop-up Christmas stores in select locations.

California's best 'Christmas town' ranks second in US

October 8, 2024 8:34am PDT

This small town in the heart of Santa Barbara County ranked second-best Christmas town in the U.S. and the #1 choice in California.

Seasonal jobs: Here’s who’s hiring for the holidays in 2024

October 4, 2024 9:32am PDT

While seasonal hiring is expected to be lighter this year because of a softer job market and tightened consumer spending, here’s a look at who is hiring.