Upcoming sales calendar
When the big sales happen and what usually goes on sale, so you can plan ahead. Dates marked expected are our best guess until the store announces them, and we update them when it does.
November 2026
Halloween clearance
Nov 1 to Nov 7Expected dates, not announced yet
Target, Walmart, CVS, Walgreens
Candy, costumes and decor usually drop 50% the day after Halloween, then 70% or more later in the week.
Early Black Friday deals
Nov 1 to Nov 25Expected dates, not announced yet
Amazon, Walmart, Target, Best Buy
Most big stores start Black Friday prices weeks early. Many early deals match the Black Friday price.
Veterans Day sales
Wed, Nov 11Date set
Mattress stores, Lowe's, Home Depot, many clothing brands
Mattresses, tools and appliances. Many stores also give military discounts.
Walmart Black Friday week
Nov 23 to Nov 29Expected dates, not announced yet
Walmart
Walmart usually releases its Black Friday deals in waves, online first for Walmart+ members.
Thanksgiving
Thu, Nov 26Date set
Online stores
Most big stores are closed, but many Black Friday deals go live online on Thanksgiving Day.
Black Friday
Fri, Nov 27Date set
Nearly every store
Best day of the year for TVs, laptops, headphones, toys, small kitchen appliances and gaming.
Small Business Saturday
Sat, Nov 28Date set
Local and independent shops
Local shops run their own discounts. Some card companies offer statement credits.
Cyber Monday
Mon, Nov 30Date set
Online stores
Best for laptops, tech, clothing sitewide sales and online-only deals. Some Black Friday deals come back.
December 2026
Green Monday
Mon, Dec 14Date set
Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy
One of the last big online sale days that still ships in time for Christmas.
Last days to order for Christmas delivery
Dec 15 to Dec 21Expected dates, not announced yet
Every online store
Free shipping cutoffs usually land around Dec 15 to 18. Check each store; pickup in store works later.
After-Christmas sales
Dec 26 to Dec 31Expected dates, not announced yet
Nearly every store
Holiday decor, wrapping paper and winter clothes. Gift card bonus offers end around now too.
January 2027
New Year sales
Jan 1 to Jan 7Expected dates, not announced yet
Fitness, home and storage stores
Fitness gear, organizing and storage, bedding and towels (the January "white sale").
Big game TV deals
Jan 20 to Feb 12Expected dates, not announced yet
Best Buy, Walmart, Costco, Amazon
Good TV prices again, often close to Black Friday, before the Super Bowl.
February 2027
Presidents' Day sales
Mon, Feb 15Date set
Mattress, furniture and appliance stores
Mattresses, furniture and major appliances.
May 2027
Memorial Day sales
Mon, May 31Date set
Home Depot, Lowe's, mattress and outdoor stores
Mattresses, grills, patio furniture and appliances. Sales usually start the week before.
July 2027
Amazon Prime Day
Jul 13 to Jul 16Expected dates, not announced yet
Amazon, with rival sales at Walmart, Target and Best Buy
Amazon devices, kitchen gadgets and household basics. Needs a Prime membership. Dates are a guess until Amazon announces them.
Back to school sales
Jul 15 to Aug 31Expected dates, not announced yet
Target, Walmart, Staples, Apple, clothing stores
Laptops, school supplies and kids' clothes. Many states also have tax-free weekends in early August.
September 2027
Labor Day sales
Mon, Sep 6Date set
Mattress, appliance and outdoor stores
Mattresses, appliances and end-of-summer outdoor gear.
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