Parents Get Creative to Save on Easter Baskets

With candy prices up, families find ways to cut costs while still celebrating the holiday.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:34pm

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A vibrant abstract composition of overlapping triangles and circles in shades of red, blue, and yellow, conceptually representing the creative, cost-conscious approach parents are taking to Easter basket preparation.As the cost of Easter celebrations rises, parents are finding innovative ways to fill their children's baskets without breaking the bank.Los Angeles Today

As the cost of Easter candy and other holiday items continues to rise, some parents are getting creative to save money on their children's Easter baskets. This includes using leftover Halloween candy, buying in bulk, and reusing old baskets instead of purchasing new ones.

Why it matters

The rising costs of Easter celebrations, especially the traditional candy-filled baskets, have put a strain on many families' budgets. By finding innovative ways to cut costs, parents are able to still provide their kids with an enjoyable Easter experience without breaking the bank.

The details

Los Angeles mother Sarah Rubino is among those looking to economize on Easter this year. She plans to fill her children's baskets with lower-priced bulk candy as well as reuse baskets from previous years, rather than buying new ones. Other parents are opting for non-candy items like socks and underwear to keep costs down.

  • Easter is celebrated this Sunday, April 20, 2026.

The players

Sarah Rubino

A mother of two boys in Los Angeles who is looking to save money on her children's Easter baskets this year.

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What they’re saying

“I'm aiming to economize as much as possible — and that means everything from buying lower-priced candy in bulk to reusing baskets from previous Easters.”

— Sarah Rubino, Los Angeles mother

The takeaway

As the costs of Easter celebrations continue to rise, parents are finding creative ways to save money on their children's holiday baskets, from using leftover Halloween candy to reusing old baskets. This trend highlights the financial strain many families face in providing traditional Easter experiences.