Dollar General penny list for October 28, 2026

Dollar General penny list for October 28, 2026

The Dollar General penny list this week has 117 items, mostly candy, snacks, pantry staples and pet food. These items started ringing up for $0.01 on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, and many stores will still have some on shelves through the weekend.

This page is updated every week when the new list drops. Bookmark it, check the UPCs before you shop, and use the tips below to stretch your grocery budget even further.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

What is the Dollar General penny list?

The Dollar General penny list is a weekly set of discontinued products that the store system marks down to one cent. Employees are supposed to pull these items and send them back, so they are never advertised.

Some items get missed. They stay in regular aisles, seasonal endcaps or clearance shelves, and if you bring one to the register, it can ring up for a penny. That makes penny shopping a self-guided treasure hunt rather than a sale.

When does the new penny list start?

New Dollar General penny items and markdowns go live every Tuesday morning. Before Tuesday, items will not scan at a penny or at their new markdown price, so prices are only confirmed once you scan them in store.

The best time to hunt is Tuesday morning, before staff pull the items. Later in the week still works, because busy stores often take days to clear their shelves.

Dollar General penny list this week (117 items)

All 117 items below should ring up at $0.01 starting Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Match the UPC on the shelf tag or package, then scan it in the Dollar General app to confirm the price before you head to the register.

Candy and gum (44 items)

Snacks (11 items)

Pantry, coffee and drinks (14 items)

Leftover summer and July 4th candy (13 items)

These are end-of-season items. Check seasonal endcaps and the back of clearance shelves, where they often get pushed.

Pet food and treats (35 items)

This is the biggest money-saver on the list. Large bags of dry dog food and 24- to 30-count variety packs are the highest-value finds of the week.

New markdowns this week

• Select suncare: 90% off
• Summer insecticides: 90% off

Items that sit at 90% off are the most likely to land on a future penny list, so note them now.

How to shop the Dollar General penny list

1. Save the UPCs. Screenshot this list or keep it open on your phone so you can match barcodes on the shelf.
2. Scan before you buy. Use the scanner in the Dollar General app to check the price. If an item scans at $0.01, it is a penny item.
3. Shop early Tuesday. Stores start pulling penny items the day the list goes live, so the first few hours give you the best odds.
4. Check the right spots. Look in clearance areas, seasonal endcaps, the back of shelves, and pet and candy aisles, where this week’s items are concentrated.
5. Use self-checkout when you can. It keeps the trip simple and avoids putting the cashier in an awkward spot.
6. Bring regular items too. Mixing penny finds into a normal shopping trip is easier on staff and on you.

Dollar General penny shopping rules

• Never ask employees about penny items. These products are not supposed to be sold, so staff are not expected to find them for you.
• The store can refuse the sale. Managers may decline to sell a penny item. Accept it politely and move on.
• Do not clear the shelf. Take a reasonable amount and leave some for other shoppers.
• Do not move or hide items. Stashing products to come back for later is unfair to other shoppers and the store.
• Expect regional differences. Not every store carries every item, and some may have already pulled the list.

More ways to save money at Dollar General

Penny items are a bonus, but the bigger savings come from stacking deals on your regular grocery budget.

• Clip DG digital coupons. Load coupons in the Dollar General app before you shop. They apply automatically when you enter your phone number at checkout.
• Use the $5 off $25 Saturday deal. Dollar General often runs a weekend coupon that knocks $5 off a $25 purchase, and it can stack with digital coupons.
• Add a cash back app. Apps like Ibotta and Fetch pay you back on many Dollar General purchases by scanning your receipt.
• Pay with a rewards credit card. A card that earns cash back on groceries or everyday spending adds a few percent back on every trip. Pay the balance in full so interest does not wipe out the savings.
• Watch the 90% markdowns. This week’s suncare and summer insecticide markdowns are a preview of items that could penny out next.
• Plan a monthly grocery budget. Tracking what you spend at discount stores makes it easier to see where penny hunting and coupons actually save you money.

Dollar General penny list FAQ

What day does the Dollar General penny list come out? The new list takes effect every Tuesday. Items will not ring up at $0.01 before then.

Can Dollar General refuse to sell a penny item? Yes. Penny items are meant to be pulled from the floor, so a store can decline the sale.

Is there a penny list every week? Most weeks, but not always. Some weeks bring only new markdowns and no penny items.

How do I know if an item is a penny item? Match the UPC to the list, then scan it in the Dollar General app. A price of $0.01 confirms it.

Where are penny items usually found? Clearance shelves, seasonal sections and the back of regular aisles. This week, focus on candy, pet food and leftover summer items.

Can I use coupons on penny items? Coupons generally won’t apply to a $0.01 item, but you can still use them on the rest of your cart.

Penny items and prices vary by store and are not guaranteed. This list is not affiliated with or endorsed by Dollar General.