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When Walmart brought back its layaway program in 2011 after a five-year hiatus, customers could come in and reserve an item for the Christmas period starting Oct. 17. This year, the program begins on August 28, which kicks off Walmart's made-up occasion, Toy Week..
New Walmart Layaway Program for 2016 (Starts 9/2!) The new Walmart Layway Program for 2016 starts September 2nd and that usually means itâs holiday shopping time right? Two years Walmart eliminated the fee of opening a Layaway Account last year and is keeping that going again for the 2016 holiday season. Here is how it works to Get Started: No opening fee! Down payment â $10 or 10%, whichever is greater.