Last-Minute Gifts for Grandkids from Walmart
From PlayStations to Labubus, you'll find the hottest gifts of 2025 for your grandkids at Walmart this year. And many still arrive in time for Christmas.
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As more and more shoppers turn to Walmart for both everyday essentials and their holiday shopping, you might be wondering whether you can really get gift-worthy items from the budget-friendly retailer. The answer is, you absolutely can.
The retailer has taken big steps over the last couple of years to revamp its fashion selection and bring in more premium brands in a bid to get wealthy shoppers to shop at Walmart.
If you're running out of time, Walmart is an especially great place to shop for all the little ones in your life. From the top trending toys for toddlers and kids to the most coveted brands for teens and tweens, you'll find plenty of great gift ideas for the grandkids at Walmart. If you order now, everything listed below can either be delivered or picked up at your nearest location in time for Christmas.
Not sure where to start? Keep scrolling for some of the most popular Christmas gifts for kids of all ages in 2025. Between Walmart's low prices and wide selection of trending gifts, you'll easily outcompete Santa Claus himself this year.
The best Christmas gifts for toddlers at Walmart
If you're trying to keep your holiday gift budget under control this year while still making your grandkids feel as special as they are, here are some of the biggest toy trends of 2025 available at Walmart.
- For the future chef: Melissa & Doug Flip & Fry Grill Play Set with Water WOW!® Color Reveal Play Food, $33, Save 13%
- A toddler's first pet: Pets Alive Polly the Magic Bird Electronic Girls Robotic Toy, $27
- For the gearhead-to-be: Monster Jam Smash & Bash Grave Digger Remote Control Vehicle, $45, Save 29%
- Share the classics with the next generation: Dr. Seuss's Christmas 3-Book Boxed Set, $25
Walmart's most popular gifts for kids
For kids roughly 6 and up, nostalgia is big this year. From rebooted Tamagotchis and Pokémon trading cards to the Furby and Rubik's cube, the most popular toys for kids this year are a blast from the recent past.
- For the kid who's "gotta catch 'em all:" Pokemon Trading Card Game Mega Evolutions Booster Bundle, $49. Save 11%
- A Furby that DJs and teaches yoga: DJ Furby Rainbow Electronic Plush Toy, $69
- The brain teaser that never gets old: Rubik's Cube, Pulse Cube, $18
- For the future coding genius: GiiKER Super Decoder, 600-Level Code-Breaking Puzzle for 1-2 Players, $50. Save 33%
- For the budding artist: Art 101 Glow and Neon Drawing and Painting Art Set, 61 Pieces, $25. Save 11%
- For the kid who loves Nerf fun: Nerf Loadout Galactic Commander Blaster, $40 Save 20%
The best Walmart Christmas gifts for preteens
Want to maintain your title of "best grandparent ever" this year? Pick up any of these gifts for your preteen grandkids and you're sure to win the title again.
- For the trendsetter: Stanley Quencher Flowstate, 40 oz., $25. Save 44%
- The gift your gamer grandkid is dreaming about: PlayStation Portal Remote Player, $179. Save 10%
- For the kid who never has enough Labubus: Pop Mart The Monsters (Labubu) Big Into Energy Vinyl Plush Blind Box V3, $32. Save 14%
- A fun way to capture memories: Fujifilm Instax Mini SE Instant Camera with Bonus 10 Pack Mini Film, $55. Save 25%
- For the kid who's always on the move: GOTRAX G2Plus Foldable Electric Scooter, $148. Save 40%
The best Christmas gifts for teens at Walmart
Shopping for teens can be tricky. But if you stick with one of these popular gift ideas, you're sure to squeeze a smile out of even the angstiest of teens.
- For the music lover: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds, $129. Save 28%
- For the cozy gamer: Better Homes & Gardens Grey Bubble Faux Fur Ultra Soft Luxury Oversize Throw Blanket, $24
- Because snail slime is self-care now (really): COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Power Sheet Mask (10 Sheets), $25
- For the fashion club captain: OPI Holiday 2025 Mini Nail Polish Set, 4-Pack, $16. Save 36%
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