The Absolute Best Times To Shop For The Best Deals

Mark your calendars for your chance to save

The Best Days to Shop
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Ashley Kilroy
Ashley Kilroy
November 29, 2021·3 min read

The Best Days to Shop and Save Money

Everyone loves a good sale! Whether you’re looking for everyday essentials or something special, strategic shopping can help you save big. Knowing the best times to shop can maximize your savings. Mark your calendars for these major sale days:

  • New Year
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Presidents Day
  • St. Patrick's Day
  • Easter
  • Mother's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Father's Day
  • Fourth of July
  • Amazon Prime Day
  • Tax-Free Weekends
  • Labor Day
  • Columbus Day
  • Black Friday
  • Cyber Monday
  • Super Saturday
  • New Year's Eve
The Best Days to Shop

Best Times to Buy Specific Items

Beyond big sales days, certain products tend to go on sale at specific times of the year. Here’s a month-by-month guide to when you can find the best deals:

January

  • Winter Clothes: Retailers clear out winter inventory with discounts up to 50% off.
  • Linens and Towels: Annual “White Sales” at stores like Kohl's and Macy's offer big savings.
  • TVs: Pre-Super Bowl sales make January a great time to upgrade your screen.

February

  • Tax Software: Discounts start as tax season kicks off.
  • Jewelry: Best deals happen after Valentine’s Day.

March

  • Ski Gear: End-of-season sales make March the best time to buy.
  • Cruises: Deals appear as demand slows post-winter.

April

  • Formalwear: Easter sales offer big discounts on dresses and suits.
  • Housewares: Spring cleaning promotions bring markdowns on appliances and vacuums.
  • Candy: Post-Easter sales make for sweet deals.

May

  • Warm-Weather Clothes: Stores clear out spring inventory for summer styles.
  • Appliances: Memorial Day brings deep discounts on washers, dryers, and refrigerators.

June

  • Caribbean Vacations: Off-season pricing makes for cheaper travel.
  • Gift Cards: Father’s Day and graduation deals make it the best time to stock up.

July

  • Technology: Amazon Prime Day and competing retailer sales make it ideal for electronics.
  • Furniture: Fourth of July sales bring markdowns on living room and patio sets.

August

  • Summer Clothing: End-of-season clearance sales kick in.
  • School Supplies: Back-to-school discounts make it a great time to stock up.
The Best Days to Shop

September

  • Outdoor Items: Labor Day sales discount grills, patio sets, and outdoor furniture.
  • Back-to-School Deals: Clearance sales offer leftover school supplies at deep discounts.

October

  • Older Phone Models: Apple and Samsung release new models, dropping prices on older ones.
  • Halloween Decor: Wait until late October for markdowns on spooky decorations.

November

  • Electronics: Black Friday offers the biggest discounts on TVs, laptops, and gaming consoles.
  • Travel Deals: Cyber Monday brings steep discounts on flights and vacation packages.

December

  • Toys: Look for last-minute sales leading up to Christmas.

Shopping smart means knowing when and where to find the best deals. With this guide, you can plan ahead and make the most of every sale!


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