The Best Month to Buy Almost Everything, From TVs to Mattresses

Retail prices follow a predictable calendar. Here's when TVs, appliances, mattresses, clothes and more hit their lowest prices so you can stop buying at the worst time.

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October 26, 2026 · 2 min read

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Most people buy things when they need them. Retailers know that and price accordingly. If you can wait a few weeks, prices often drop a lot. Here's the calendar I use.

January

**Fitness equipment** sometimes, though demand peaks with New Year's resolutions
**Winter clothing clearance**
**Bedding and towels** during "white sales"

February

**TVs** before new models arrive in spring
**Presidents' Day sales** on mattresses and appliances

March and April

**Vacuum cleaners and cleaning gear**
**Winter gear clearance**

May

**Memorial Day sales** on mattresses and appliances
**Outdoor furniture** early discounts

June and July

**Summer sales events**, including big online sales events in July
**Gym memberships**, slower season

August

**Back-to-school** deals on laptops, supplies and clothes
**Summer clothing clearance**

September

**Labor Day sales** on mattresses and appliances
**Grills and outdoor furniture** clearance

October

**Early holiday deals**, often matching Black Friday on some items

November

**Black Friday and Cyber Monday**, the best month for TVs, electronics, toys and many appliances

December

**Last-minute holiday deals**, then post-Christmas clearance on decorations and gifts

Tips for using the calendar

Add items to a wishlist and track prices.
Know the normal price so you recognize a real deal.
Combine store sales with cash back or credit card rewards.

Price matching

Some retailers adjust prices if they drop within a short window after you buy. Ask about price adjustment policies.

Where to compare

Costco and Sam's Club often have strong deals on big-ticket items like TVs and appliances. Amazon and Target run major sales events in summer and November. Comparing across all four helps you know if a deal is real.

Verdict

If you can wait, wait for the right month. Big holiday sale weekends are your friends for appliances and mattresses, and November is still king for electronics.