8 Costco Items Responsible Retirees Should Buy Ahead of Christmas
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Worried you might experience mishaps, like an accidental fire or a power outage, this holiday season? It’s time to make a Costco shopping run. Responsible retirees will find plenty of essentials worth buying to keep handy for all those “just-in-case” moments. Best of all, they’ll save money thanks to Costco’s competitive pricing.
We rounded up eight items to shop now so you’ll be prepared for (almost) anything ahead of Christmas. And don’t forget to check out Costco’s best holiday decorations with prices to fit every budget.
RAPID-OFF Fire Blankets
- Price: $32.99
Quickly put out small kitchen and other household fires with RAPID-OFF fire blankets.
This set of four high-heat-resistant blankets come with a hook to mount on walls or doors and access as needed. Plus, they never expire so responsible retirees get the added peace of mind knowing they can use these blankets anytime.
Glad Trash Can and Bag Bundle
- Price: $74.99
Hosting a lot of holiday dinners this year? Invest in the stainless-steel trash can and Glad bag bundle.
The trash cans priced at $74.99 have the capacity to fit up to 13 gallons of waste and are designed with a foot pedal for ease in opening and an antimicrobial lid to better resist bacteria growth. A 45-count set of Glad trash bags is included with your purchase.
Home + Body Holiday Passport Hand Soap (8 Pack)
- Price: $36.99
Outfit the kitchens and bathrooms in your home with these decadent Home + Body holiday hand soaps.
Inside each package you’ll receive eight 21.5-ounce bottles of scented liquid soaps in balsam fir, orange spice, candy cane and winter berry fragrances. And if you think this might be too much soap for your home, consider giving a bottle or two as a thoughtful gift to a family member or friend.
Brentwoof Waterproof Pet Blanket and Furniture Protector
- Price: $24.99
Now through Dec. 25, Costco members receive $5 off on their purchase of the Brentwoof waterproof pet blanket.
Available in taupe and gray colors, these blankets help protect furniture from getting covered in dirt, snow and slush tracked in from outside by furry friends.
Globe Electric Power Outage 60-Watt Bulbs
- Price: $21.55
Get the power back on in the event of a power outage with Globe Electric’s power outage bulbs. This pack of six 60-watt bulbs act as battery backup bulbs and offer up to 10 hours of backup power on a low setting. They’re great to keep in the home during the winter months and any other season throughout the year.
MIU Silicone Freezer Trays With Lids
- Price: $24.96
Meal prep your favorite Christmas comfort meals, like stews, chilis and soups, with the help of MIU silicone freezer trays.
Each set comes with trays in (one) 1/2-cup, (two) 1-cup and (two) 2-cup sizes for a total of five trays with lids to store in the freezer.
FrostBlocker Ice Scraper Combo Pack
- Price: $27.99
FrostBlocker’s ice scraper combo pack is a must-buy for retirees who regularly experience snowy Christmases.
You’ll receive two scrape buddies to scrape off ice and frost from car windshields and windows and two scrape “babies” small enough to attach to your keychain for instant ice removal no matter where you’re at.
Greenmade InstaView Storage Bin With Latching Lid (4 Pack)
- Price: $34.99
Retirees can store just about anything inside Greenmade’s InstaView storage bins.
These four bins come with latching lids to keep their contents dust-free and are ideal for storing holiday decorations after Christmas, seasonal bedding and much more.
Editor’s note: Prices and availability are accurate as of Nov. 25, 2025, and are subject to change.
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