Verified April 2026
2026 Sales Tax Holidays
Plan your purchases and save. Find out when your state drops sales tax for back-to-school, energy efficiency, and disaster preparedness.
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About 2026 Dates: Many state legislatures finalize their official tax holiday dates in the spring. The dates listed below marked as "(Est.)" are projected based on historical patterns and current legislative bills. Always verify with your state's Department of Revenue before making large purchases.
| State | Holiday Type | 2026 Dates | Eligible Items & Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Severe Weather | Feb 20 - 22 (Est.) | Generators < $1,000, Prep Supplies < $60 |
| Alabama | Back to School | July 17 - 19 (Est.) | Clothing < $100, Computers < $750 |
| Florida | Disaster Prep | May 30 - June 12 (Est.) | Generators, Tarps, Batteries |
| Florida | Back to School | July 25 - Aug 7 (Est.) | Clothing < $100, School Supplies < $50 |
| Maryland | Energy Star | Feb 14 - 16 (Est.) | Energy Star Appliances (No price limit) |
| Maryland | Back to School | Aug 9 - 15 (Est.) | Clothing & Footwear < $100 |
| Mississippi | Back to School | July 10 - 12 (Est.) | Clothing & Footwear < $100 |
| Mississippi | 2nd Amendment | Aug 28 - 30 (Est.) | Firearms, Ammunition, Hunting Supplies |
| Missouri | Show Me Green | April 19 - 25 (Est.) | Energy Star Appliances < $1,500 |
| Missouri | Back to School | Aug 7 - 9 (Est.) | Clothing < $100, Computers < $1,500 |
| Ohio | Back to School | Aug 1 - 10 (Est.) | Clothing < $75, School Supplies < $20 |
| South Carolina | Back to School | Aug 7 - 9 (Est.) | Clothing, Computers, Bedding (No limit) |
| Tennessee | Back to School | July 24 - 26 (Est.) | Clothing < $100, Computers < $1,500 |
| Texas | Emergency Prep | April 25 - 27 (Est.) | Generators < $3,000, Supplies < $75 |
| Texas | Energy Star | May 23 - 25 (Est.) | AC Units, Refrigerators, Washers |
| Texas | Back to School | Aug 7 - 9 (Est.) | Clothing, Backpacks, Supplies < $100 |