Compare Disney Store Event Deals

There's been a lot of talk, and confusion, about the new pricing policy announced by jcpenney a few weeks ago, which entails more structure and (gasp!) fewer sales. If you're worried about potentially higher prices or radically reduced merchandise quality, we've got a lowdown on what the changes may actually mean, what we've seen so far, and what you can expect from future jcpenney sales.

Big 5 Sporting Goods has posted its Black Friday Ad sneak peek as an online document. Prices will be valid in-store beginning November 25 through November 27, with additional "Early Bird Savings" on Black Friday from 5 am until 3 pm local time. Some notable "Early Bird" discounts:

• Disney Mickey Mouse Watches for $19
• George Foreman Electric Grill for $25
• Wilson Baseball Gloves for $25
• Nike Men's and Women's Hyperwarm Long Sleve Tops for $35
• NHL 6-Foot Air Hockey Table for $179
• browse the entire Big 5 Sporting Goods Black Friday Ad sneak peek

Disney Store cuts up to 40% off select Halloween costumes. Plus, bag free shipping via coupon code "COSTUMESHIP". That beats last weeks mention (which did not include free shipping) as the best deal we've seen on these items from Disney Store this year. After the discount, accessories start at $4.50, kids' costumes at $22.12, and men's and women's costumes at $47.70.

Update: Buying multiple costumes? Coupon code "DMROCT" cuts an extra $15 off orders of $100 or more (and it stacks with the above free shipping coupon.)

DisneyStore takes up to 40% off its Halloween costumes and accessories. (Discount is reflected on product page.) That's the best Halloween discount we've seen from Disney Store this year. Shipping starts at $4.50, or get free shipping on orders of $75 or more via coupon code "SHIPTODAY". Sales tax is added where applicable.

A best bet is the Tangled Rapunzel Costume for Infants (pictured) for $22.12 plus $4.50 for shipping. It's $7 off and the lowest total price we could find. This costume is available in sizes 3-6 months through 3T.

Ending today, BuyCostumes takes up to 80% off select items in its sale section. Plus, apply coupon code "CATCHER" to knock an extra 20% off. Combined, that's the best discount we've seen from BuyCostumes in three weeks, when it instead took an extra 25% off. Shipping starts at $4.99 or net free shipping on orders of $60 or more. Notable costumes, with prices after coupon:

• Robin Women's T-Shirt Costume Kit for $15.99
• Animal Planet Monkey Toddler Costume for $19.99
• Toy Story Woody Deluxe Child Costume for $27.59
• Star Wars Jango Fett Deluxe Child Costume (pictured) for $39.59
• browse for more costumes at BuyCostumes

DisneyStore takes 25% off its children's Halloween costume accessories. That's the best Halloween discount we've seen from Disney Store this year. Sales tax is added where applicable.

Of note, Disney Store also offers free shipping with any Halloween costume purchase via coupon code "COSTUMESHIP". It doesn't stack with the accessories discount above.

Disney Store offers free shipping with any costume purchase via coupon code "COSTUMESHIP". That's the best discount on shipping we've seen from this merchant since Labor Day, when Disney Store offered free shipping sitewide. Sales tax is added where applicable. Coupon expires September 25.

A best bet is the Disney Boys' Lightning McQueen Cars 2 Costume for $44.50 with free shipping via the above coupon. That's the lowest total price we could find for this costume. Available sizes include XXS to L.

Kmart cuts up to 35% off a selection of Disney kids' shoes, dropping most to $12.99. Add them to your cart to receive an extra 20% off, lowering them further to $10.39. Plus, when you buy one pair, get a second pair for 50% off. That's the best discount we've seen on these items from Kmart. Shipping adds $1.99 per pair. Sales tax is added where applicable. The deals, with prices after in-cart discount:

• Disney Toddler Boys' Toy Story 3 Light Up Velcro Jogger Shoes (pictured) for $10.39
• Disney Toddler Girls' Princess Light Up Jogger Shoes for $10.39
• Disney Girls' Fairies Sneakers for $10.39
• see all discounted Disney kids' shoes

At the Disney Store, receive free shipping on your entire order with purchase of any back to school item via coupon code "SCHOOLSHIP". (The cheapest item is the lunch box for $6.) That ties a similar mention from two weeks ago as one of the best such shipping offers we've seen from this merchant. Sales tax is added where applicable.

A best bet is this Personalized Glittering Disney Princess Backpack (pictured) for $12. With free shipping via coupon code "SCHOOLSHIP", that's $13 off and the lowest total price we could find.

Walmart offers select kids' backpacks with detachable lunch bags for $13. Shipping adds 97 cents, or opt for free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find for any of these bags by at least $6. Sales tax is added where applicable. The deals:

• Disney Cars Backpack with Lunch Bag (pictured) for $13
• Nickelodeon SpongeBob SquarePants Backpack with Lunch Bag for $13
• Disney TinkerBell and Fairies Backpack with Lunch Bag for $13
• Nickelodeon Dora the Explorer Backpack with Lunch Bag for $13
• Disney Toy Story 3 Backpack with Lunch Bag for $13

Walmart offers the Disney Girls’ Snow White Deluxe Costume for $19. Shipping adds 97 cents or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find by a buck. Sales tax is added where applicable. It includes a petticoat, cameo, and red bow headband. It's available in sizes S (4 to 6X), M (7 to 8), and Plus (10-1/2 to 12-1/2).

Walmart offers this Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Child's Costume for $12. shipping adds 97 cents, or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find by $12. Sales tax is added where applicable. This costume includes a printed bodysuit and hood, and is available in sizes S and M.

DisneyStore.com offers its Disney Princess Lunch Tote and Disney Tinker Bell Lunch Tote (pictured) for $3.99 each. Apply coupon code "FREESHIP" to bag free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for either of these by at least $3. Sales tax is added where applicable. These polyester totes feature an insulated interior and mesh compartment.

The Disney Store takes up to 50% off a variety of items in its sale section. Even better, coupon code "FREESHIP" yields free shipping with no minimum required. Combined, it's the best such sale we've seen from Disney Store since July. Sales tax is added where applicable. Deal ends September 6.

Notable is the Mickey Mouse Nap to Go Pillow and Blanket Set (pictured) for $12.99 with free shipping after coupon code "FREESHIP". That's $7 off and the lowest total price we could find. It includes a plush Mickey Mouse pillow plus a fleece blanket.

DisneyShopping.com offers a selection of Disney Kids' Hoodies for $15 each. Shipping adds $4.95, or order over $50 to get free shipping via coupon code "SHIPFIFTY". That's $10 off and the lowest total price we could find for these hoodies. Sales tax is added where applicable. Choose from Mickey Mouse (pictured), Buzz Lightyear, Tinker Bell, Eeyore, and more.

Kmart.com has released its list of Cyber Monday sale items. All deals are valid on Cyber Monday, November 26. However, a few deals are also available now. Notable:

• 3-in-1 Multi Bench Workout Bench for $39.99, $10 off (available now);
• Trim a Home 7-Foot Spiral Tree with Lights for $14.99, $15 off (available now).
• Northwest Territory 5-foot Folding Table for $31.97, 20% off (cheaper now, at $29.99);
• Craftsman 5-Drawer Red Tool Center for $79.99, $50 off (Cyber Monday only); and
• see all Kmart Cyber Monday deals.

GraveyardMall.com knocks up to 50% off the items in its Bargain Bin. With shipping starting at $6.99, most are at lowest-we've-seen prices. Notables:

• Conair Dual Voltage Styler Dryer for $2.99;
• Perfect Solutions Wet/dry Nose and Mustache Trimmer for $3.99;
• Bally Total Fitness Calorie Counter & Talking Pedometer for $3.99;
• Vidal Sassoon Gold Series Professional Slim-Line Hair Straightener for $7.99;
• Vidal Sassoon Professional Ionic Hair Dryer for $8.99;
• Disney by Lorus Donald Duck Round Comic Watch for $11.99; and
• Disney Mickey Comic Watch for $11.99.

Below we've rounded up a number of miscellaneous deals at Amazon.com. As usual, shipping is free on orders of $25 or more.

• Irwin 2085200 Pro Touch 2-Piece Retractable and Fixed Blade Utility Knife Kit with 20 blades for $11.90 via coupon code "SAVEXTRA";
• Chopper 2 Scooter Ride On Vehicle for $11.94;
• New York Times Crosswords for Nintendo DS (pictured) for $19.99;
• Lost Planet: Extreme Condition for Xbox 360 for $39.99 shipped free;
• Seagate FreeAgent 500GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. ST305004FDA1E1-RK, for $116.95 shipped free via coupon code "FREEAGNT";
• Seiko Men's Le Grand Sport Alarm Chronograph Watch, model no. SNA610, for $124 shipped free;
• Up to 40% off select Petsafe products; and
• Up to 45% off select Disney Blu-ray Movies.