Here’s What You’ll Find the Best Deals on During This Year’s Presidents Day Sales.
It feels like only a year has passed, but we’re already approaching the first major retail holiday of 2026, and as Lifehacker’s deal writer, I’m here to tell you how to make the most of the upcoming Presidents’ Day sales.
Here are my tips on which items are most likely to be a good buy and which ones are best to buy during the upcoming sale.
When is Presidents Day in 2026?
Presidents’ Day is a federal holiday originally established to honor George Washington’s birthday but eventually came to honor all U.S. presidents. Presidents’ Day falls on the third Monday in February each year, meaning this year it will be celebrated on February 16, 2026.
So, Presidents’ Day sales are typically concentrated on the weekend before the holiday, meaning the biggest discounts this year will likely run from February 13th to 16th—and I wouldn’t be surprised if some retailers start their sales even earlier.
What’s worth buying during this year’s Presidents’ Day sales?
Presidents’ Day sales typically bring big discounts on items like furniture and mattresses, as well as major appliances like refrigerators and washing machines, and you can expect the same this year. As winter draws to a close, you’ll also likely see price drops on winter gear like snow blowers, heaters, and generators, as well as cold-weather clothing like coats, as retailers try to clear out their inventory and make room for next season’s merchandise.
You’ll also likely see great deals on tech, as prices on older TVs and laptops drop to make way for newer models (some of which were likely unveiled at CES in January ). If you’re planning on shopping in one of these categories, start paying attention to prices now to spot great deals over the holiday weekend.
What items should you avoid buying during the Presidents’ Day sales?
The seasons change, and even when retailers are selling off winter merchandise, they’ll still try to sell you spring items. It’s best to hold off on these items for now, as you’ll likely pay more for them—even items on sale will likely be sold at a lower price later if you can wait.
Who will be holding Presidents Day sales?
In honor of Presidents’ Day, all major retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and others, will be holding sales. Sales will typically be available both online and in-store (except Amazon, of course).
Should you expect Amazon’s spring sale?
Presidents’ Day is a long-standing tradition, but in recent years, the biggest early-year sale has been Amazon’s “Big Spring Sale” (and other retailers schedule their own sales around the same time). While we don’t have exact dates, it’ll likely be around the same time this year as last year—mid- to late-March. Should you wait until then to shop? It depends on what you’re looking to buy.
In 2024, this online retailer held its first ” Big Spring Sale” with a slew of discounts on a wide variety of items, but especially on tech . So, if you’ve had your eye on a specific tech product but haven’t found a good deal yet, it’s worth waiting and seeing if there’s a discount in a month or so. However, if you’re shopping for winter clothing, mattresses, furniture, or major appliances, you’ll likely find better deals during the Presidents’ Day sales.