Labor Day sales are already popping up at some of our favorite retailers. And while the last thing we want to do is hasten the end of summer for y’all, it is our official duty to deliver this bit of news: from Amazon’s Labor Day sale to Walmart’s end-of-season deals, the unofficial start of fall brings a ton of fabulous finds, many of them at the best prices you’ll see this side of Black Friday!
And Labor Day sales cast a wide net (including back-to-school and autumn prep), so it can quickly feel overwhelming. We’re here to help! We’ve traversed the e-commerce landscape to curate a collection of especially stellar discounts — from heavy hitters like Apple, Shark, KitchenAid, Wayfair and many more — delving into price histories to make sure you’re armed with all the info you need to maximize your savings. We even spotted sitewide sales at Allbirds, Bear, J.Crew and Solo Stove.
Though there’s still a week to go, we’ve gathered the big buys already available to whet your shopping appetite. Get scrolling for the best early mega markdowns.
Best early Labor Day deals
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CosRx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence
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Wayfair Sleep 6-Inch Medium Memory Foam Mattress, Queen
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Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) Wireless Earbuds
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Skechers Go Walk Arch Fit Hands Free Slip-In Sneakers
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KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
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Insignia 24-Inch Class F20 Series Smart HD 720p Fire TV
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Vitamix Explorian 2.0 Variable Speed Blender
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Anrabess Women’s Long Cardigan Sweater
One good thing about the end of summer? Cozy fall cooking, baby! There’s nothing like the comforting sound of soup bubbling away on the stove or the aroma of apple pie wafting through the house. But you’ll need the right gear to prepare those delish dishes, and we’re seeing everything from cookware sets to air fryers marked down ahead of Labor Day. These deals will save you as much as 70% — yes, Chef!
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An air fryer is just the ticket when you want a hot meal without turning on the oven. This top-rated model heats up quickly and holds up to 2.5 pounds of fries or 14 wings at a time. Plus, it can be used to dehydrate food, proof bread and even bake desserts. This price isn’t quite as low as it was during Prime Day, but almost — and it’s still one of the best we’ve seen it marked down to.
Check out our roundup of the best air fryers for more.
HexClad
Gordon Ramsay approves of this brand, and you know how particular the celebrity chef is. The pans’ hybrid construction combines the best qualities of stainless steel, cast iron and nonstick for a one-of-a-kind product that, according to Ramsay, “is highly versatile and cooks exceptionally well.” They’re made of aluminum sandwiched between stainless steel for expert heat conduction and distribution, and their nonstick interiors make them a breeze to clean. Plus, the signature hexagonal etching helps encourage browning.
With this starter set, you’ll get a Hybrid pan, pot and lids for each. Bonus? You’ll also get an 8-inch chef’s knife as a free gift with your purchase.
Check out our roundup of the best cookware sets for more.
Amazon: Cook up sweet savings on a top-rated Cosori air fryer (just $90), plus get a top-rated KitchenAid stand mixer for $80 off. Pumpkin bread, here you come.
Groupon: Snag an annual Sam’s Club membership for just $25 (that’s 50% off) to save big on groceries, home goods and even electronics.
HexClad: Score up to 42% off the knife and cookware sets Gordon Ramsay calls “utter perfection.”
Home Depot: Save up to nearly 70% on select kitchenware, including stainless steel knife sets and more.
HSN: Nab fab prices on HSN exclusives like a Wolfgang Puck stainless steel pasta pot. If this is your first order with HSN, you can save $10 with code HSN2024.
Nordstrom Rack: “Rack” up savings of up to 70% on a Viking knife, Staub bakeware set and more.
Our Place: Scoop up the bestselling Always Pan that helped put the Selena Gomez-beloved brand on the map while it’s on rare sale for $99 (down from $150 — check out our review for more).
Solo Stove: Save up to 30% sitewide and get select fire pit bundles for up to $215 off — we see many cozy fall backyard hangouts in your future.
Sur La Table: Save up to 60% on sought-after cookware brands including Staub, Viking, All-Clad and Ina Garten‘s favorite, Le Creuset.
Walmart: Add an Emeril indoor grill to your cart while it’s nearly 65% off, plus a set of 5 stainless steel bowls (with lids!) for just $20 — that’s over 70% off.
Best Labor Day bedding and mattress deals
Decking your bed in hotel-quality pillows, sheets and comforters doesn’t have to break the bank, and these Labor Day deals are proof. Of course, you’ll want to make sure your mattress is as comfy as can be, so it’s time to ditch that creaker you’ve been slumbering on and replace it with one of the heavily-marked-down upgrades on our list. Cozy season will be here before we know it, so get that cart ready!
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Show sweaty nights who’s in charge with this pair of chill headrests. Thousands of satisfied slumberers rave about their soft yet supportive feel, and the breathable down alternative fill helps promote airflow for a more comfortable slumber. According to the brand, the pillows are suited for all sleep styles, whether you tend to rest on your back, stomach or side. Get ’em while they’re 76% off.
Check out our roundup of the best pillows of 2024 for additional options.
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Getting a queen-sized mattress for under $200 is like finding a needle in a haystack, but we’ve done it! This top-seller is not too plush, not too firm … we think Goldilocks would be a fan. It’s made of breathable memory foam for minimal motion transfer and comfy support.
Sponsored by Wayfair
Amazon: Wildly popular cooling pillows are down to $29 a pair (over 75% off), along with insanely popular cooling queen sheets for $35 (down from $57) and a fluffy, No. 1 bestselling queen comforter for $24 (down from $42 — over 40% off).
Bear: Known for its affordable but high-quality goods, the brand is offering 35% off sitewide with code LABORDAY. Plus, you’ll get two pillows, a sheet set and a mattress protector with the purchase of a mattress (a $400 value). There are additional discounts for military, teachers, first responders and healthcare professionals.
Brooklinen: Score the dreamy linen brand’s sale items for up to 50% off, including gorgeous sateen pillowcases and duvet covers. Plus, first-timers get 15% off their first order.
Casper: Save up to 30% on everything from the brand’s rigorously tested catalog, including its popular hybrid and cooling mattresses. Military, teachers and healthcare workers receive an extra 5% off their order.
Cocoon by Sealy: Sealy’s bed-in-a-box line is offering up to 35% off all mattresses, plus you’ll get a free Sealy Sleep bundle worth up to $199 with your purchase.
Cozy Earth: The brand that made Oprah‘s Favorite Things list five times in a row is offering up to 25% off sitewide and up to 55% off its sale items — like this luxurious linen bamboo duvet cover.
DreamCloud: Take up to 50% off all of the luxury brand’s cashmere-quilted mattresses, including the popular DreamCloud Premier Rest Hybrid Mattress. Healthcare and military discounts offer an extra 5% off.
Nectar: The award-winning brand is offering up to 40% off its cooling gel memory foam and hybrid mattresses (and up to 45% off for first responders, healthcare workers and military).
Purple: Save up to $600 on mattress and base sets, including the brand’s bestselling Purple Mattress. It features the patented GelFlex Grid, which adapts to support your movements while you sleep. Plus, truck drivers, education professionals, military, first responders and healthcare workers get an extra 10% off.
Serta: Save big on Serta’s already-affordable hybrid and foam mattresses that conveniently come in a box, in addition to getting up to $900 off select mattresses when paired with an adjustable base.
Tempur-Pedic: Score up to $700 off select adjustable mattress sets, including the Tempur-Adapt Mattress and Tempur-Ergo Smart Base. Plus, you’ll get a $300 gift with select purchases.
Walmart: Trade your old bedding for a bestselling sheet set marked down by 60% ($25, down from $63), plus get a popular pair of Serta cooling pillows for $23 (down from $40).
Wayfair: With top-rated sheet sets on sale for up to 63% off and queen mattresses starting at under $200, the online retailer is a worthwhile stop for Labor Day bedding deals.
Get your skin (and your makeup bag) ready for fall. Right now, score stellar brands for way less — we found deep discounts on skin, hair and makeup favorites from Nordstrom, Sephora and more.
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When it comes to serums, this beloved snail mucin from CosRx stands out — it’s won multiple awards, has more than 51,000 five-star reviews on Amazon and also impressed our very own beauty editor. Users have boasted about its ability to soothe, hydrate, repair and improve dullness in the skin.
If you’re new to K-beauty and are looking for a product that defines the entire genre, this is it. If you’re snail mucin-curious, now’s the time to escar-go and get it.
Macy’s
The cream promises to brighten dark circles in just three weeks and provide 24 hours of skin-quenching hydration, thanks to moisturizing ingredients like hyaluronic acid. Antioxidants are on board to prevent free-radical damage, which is caused by environmental factors like sunlight and pollutants and can contribute to the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven skin tone. This is designed to help stop these signs of aging before they have a chance to really make their mark.
(PS: Our beauty expert also loves this product, too!)
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Amazon: Save up to 60% on big-name brands, including big discounts on skin care, hair care and makeup.
Macy’s: The Macy’s Ultimate Shopping Event is a great pre-Labor Day apéritif, with splashy savings on favorite brands like Clinique, Estée Lauder, Lancôme and more. Make sure to use code ULTIMATE on noted items.
Nordstrom: Beauty is having its moment during Nordstrom’s Limited Time Beauty Sale, with markdowns on big brands like Kiel’s Since 1851 and Bobbi Brown.
Sephora: The retailer always offers great deals, including super savings on its house brand and beloved labels like Anastasia Beverly Hills, Fenty Skin, First Aid Beauty and more.
Ulta: You can snag fave brands including Laura Mercier, Neutrogena and more at a sweet discount.
Walmart: You can always rely on the mega-chain for fantastic deals on electric toothbrushes, skin care and makeup.
Best Labor Day vacuum deals
Here’s some dirt: We’re spotting vacuums of all kinds on major markdown for Labor Day, from sleek stick models to lightweight handvacs you can stash in the car to keep those Mickey D’s crumbs in check. Oh, and don’t forget about the glorious robovac, which is about as close to a live-in butler as the majority of us will ever have. Top brands like Shark, Bissell and, yes, even Dyson are on sale, so vroom-vroom!
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You’re not gonna need a bigger boat — er, shopping cart — for this Shark, cuz it weighs in at under 4 pounds. You’re getting a sleek stick vac and handheld in one, meaning it’s equally useful for zapping up dust from your floor as it is for cleaning furniture, stairs and even the interior of your car. Plus, you can’t beat its cordless design — isn’t having to find a new outlet every time you switch rooms the worst part of vacuuming?
Check out our roundup of the 10 vacuums Yahoo staffers can’t live without for more.
iRobot
A top-selling Roomba that’s down to just $180 — one of its lowest prices ever? We’ll take two! This gizmo will zap up all of that dust and debris on your floor while you relax on the sofa — nothing wrong with that. It runs for up to 120 minutes before heading back to its charging dock, and you can even schedule cleanings via the app.
Amazon: How does a popular Shark stick vacuum for just $100 (down from $150) sound? We also spied an iRobot Roomba marked down to $180 (from $250), a top-rated handheld car vac on sale for a mere $27 and more.
Dyson: Score the brand’s powerful (and often pricey) stick vacs for up to $200 off.
Walmart: Snag a bestselling Dyson canister vacuum for less than it is at Amazon ($220, down from $350), plus get great deals on a Bissell carpet steamer and more.
Haven’t yet fully stocked your wardrobe with fall-friendly options? Don’t fret! Now’s the time to fill your cart with soft sweaters, flowy pants and transitional pieces that will keep you comfy and cozy when temps start to drop. You can even score new accessories like a roomy tote bag or fashionable boots to go with any outfit. Here are some of our favorite picks.
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If you’re not ready to transition to jeans just yet, consider a pair of wide-leg trousers. Available in six colors, these easy-breezy slacks look great on every body type and can be worn with tees and tanks now and with sweaters and button-front shirts once it gets cooler.
“I’m obsessed and will be buying in all the colors. They’re soft and comfortable, but also don’t get wrinkled after wearing which I was afraid of,” said a five-star reviewer
Amazon
Get fall-ready in style! If you’re looking for something to throw on as you’re walking out the door, add this beauty to your cart stat — we expect prices to jump post-Labor Day as temperatures begin to drop. Made with viscose, polyester and nylon, it’s soft and drapey for a comfortable fit. It’s just right for those days when you want to frolic in the leaves or go apple-picking.
Adidas: You can score up to 45% off a wide range of styles right now, including casual kicks and workout duds.
Allbirds: We’ve got the scoop — the Allbirds sale is on! Take up to 30% off sitewide, including the sneaks beloved by big stars like Blake Lively and Jennifer Garner, plus free shipping on orders of $75 or more.
Amazon: Save big on bras from Bali, Gloria Vanderbilt denim (we found top-selling jeans for just $22!) and more.
Blue Nile: Get stunning jewelry for up to 40% off, lab-grown diamonds for 30% off and ring settings for 25% off during the brand’s 25th Anniversary Sale.
Coach: Highly rated faves are on mega-sale right now at Coach, including fresh flats and luxe loafers for up to 40% off. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Coach sale without some adorable accessories, and you can nab a plethora of purses for up to 50% off.
Coach Outlet: Enjoy some of the brand’s hottest summer steals, including bags under $100, bestsellers under $150 and shoes under $100. Time to stock up!
J.Crew: Join the J. Crew savings crew with 40% off sitewide, no code needed. On select sale styles you’ll also get an extra 50% off with code WEEKEND. That includes cashmere, crisp linen clothing and more!
J.Crew Factory: The deals are always fab at J.Crew Factory, but they’ve somehow gotten even better with an extra 20% off plus free shipping on orders $100+ and an extra 25% off and free shipping on orders $125, all on new arrivals and both with code FALL4NEW. You’ll also score up to 50% off everything and an extra 50% off clearance with code SALE50.
Kate Spade: Take an extra 40% off sale styles with code LDAY40 through 9/2. We particularly love this fresh green shoulder bag!
Kate Spade Outlet: Get up to 70% off deals plus an extra 20% off everything with code SUMMER20 (auto-applied in cart), including handy totes, svelte satchels and wallets.
L.L. Bean: Score big at the retailer’s End of Season Sale, with up to 50% off select items and free shipping with any purchase of $75 or more.
Lululemon: High-rise leggings for nearly $30 off, running shoes on markdown and more deals abound in the brand’s “We Made Too Much” section.
Madewell: It’s definitely worth swinging by the retailer’s Labor Day sale, with discounts on fall-ready favorites like straight-leg jeans and on-trend ballet flats using code LONGWEEKEND.
Nike: Run away with deep discounts on sale items, and get an extra 20% off select styles with code WINBIG — plus, free shipping on orders over $50 for members.
Nordstrom: Score up to 75% off and snag hundreds of big sellers at a savings courtesy of the store’s Limited-Time Sale.
The North Face: Get fall ready with 30% off classics from the beloved outerwear brand, including pullovers, zip hoodies and jackets.
Old Navy: It’s already time to celebrate the long weekend at Old Navy, with thousands of markdowns up to 60% off on jeans, sweatshirts and more.
Reebok: Kick the fall off right with the retailer’s flash sale, which brings up to 35% off iconic styles that rarely go on markdown, like their classic leather shoes.
REI: The retailer’s Labor Day sale has a plethora of great offerings: Score up to 50% off clothing, footwear, REI Co-Op brand deals and hiking items.
Target: Get pajamas for all for up to 50% off, up to 50% off select Reebok shoes and activewear and more.
Tory Burch: Grab some of Tory Burch’s classic bags, like this pretty printed tote, for 30% off. So chic!
Walmart: From 80% off select jewelry to swimwear, sundresses and more at deep discounts, Walmart is, as always, a powerhouse of savings for the end of summer.
Zappos: Enjoy stellar savings on a wide variety of footwear brands for the retailer’s Labor Day sale, including Dr. Scholl’s, Skechers and more, as well as great deals on clothing and accessories from Tommy Hilfiger, Levi’s and other big names.
Best Labor Day headphones, earbuds and speaker deals
Whether your old earbuds are on the fritz or you’re looking for some new soundproof cans to make your next flight more bearable, there are plenty of options on sale for Labor Day. We’re talking AirPods for just $89 — or upgrade to the Pro for $59 less than you’d pay if you bought them from the Apple store. If you’re not into big names as much as you are big sound, the $24 Vilinice headphones can stand with the best of ’em.
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Just double-tap these AirPods to skip a song, answer a call or activate Siri.
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Memory foam ear cups provide hours of comfortable listening time, while the noise cancellation will block out even the noisiest office. These are massively discounted at the moment, so take advantage of the sale (and the on-page coupon) before stock runs out!
Amazon: Amazon is the retailer to beat this Labor Day with amazing deals on Sony, Apple, Bose and scores of other beloved brands.
Best Buy: We’re seeing up to $100 off Sony headphones plus savings on JBL, Skullcandy and Jabra.
Target: Target is hitting the bull’s-eye with savings of up to $100 on colorful new Bose earbuds and the brand’s beloved noise-canceling headphones.
Walmart: If you’re shopping on a tight budget, Walmart has a huge lineup of markdowns from smaller companies like Veatool, Vilinice and OneOdio that will net you quality audio at a discount.
Best Labor Day TV deals
It’s time to take a break … from your old, low-res TV screen. There are tons of great deals across the board for Labor Day including tremendous savings on the beloved Samsung Frame lineup, plus steep discounts on Insignia, TCL and more.
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If you need a smaller screen for a smaller space, you can’t go wrong with this $65 wonder. Come on, when’s the last time you saw a TV marked down this low? It even has Fire TV functionality built right in for easy navigation.
Samsung
The Frame TV’s claim to fame is its Art Mode: It has built-in motion sensors that will automatically display artwork (of your choosing) whenever someone walks into the room.
Amazon: Anyone looking for a Labor Day bargain on a TV should pay special attention to Amazon’s deals on Fire TVs (up to 33% off!)
Samsung: Samsung has joined the fray with great discounts on its lineup of Samsung Frame TVs and as much as $3,500 off the top-of-the-line 98-inch Q80C.
Walmart: Score Walmart’s in-house brand for as low as $74 for a 24-inch model, along with big savings from Phillips, Vizio, Hisense and more.
Best Labor Day laptop and tablet deals
Know a teacher or a student heading back to school? Enter these incredible Labor Day laptop and tablet deals. We’re talking $150 off a stunning new MacBook Air,
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Never mind that it’s a previous-generation model. iPads hold their value and this iPad is one of the best tablets you can buy, period — plus this is the lowest price we’ve ever seen on this particular model.
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With eight hours of battery life and an impressive airflow system, this laptop has enough memory to hold all of your files and enough speed to keep you browsing with no slowdown. Some users even report doing a bit of light gaming on it.
Amazon: Amazon is a consistent source of great deals (especially this time of year) on laptops and tablets. Make sure you don’t miss the 9th Generation Apple iPad, which is marked down to its lowest price of all time (under $200!)
Target: Target is an often-overlooked place to find great deals on tech. Save up to $70 on Samsung tablets, or find manufacturer-refurbished laptops for as little as $105.
Walmart: Walmart has arguably the best tech discounts of any retailer, with savings on HP and Logitech accessories.
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
When do Labor Day sales start?
Labor Day is on Monday, September 2, which means Labor Day weekend spans from Saturday, August 31 until then — the perfect bridge between the months. You can expect savings to start in the lead-up to the weekend, which can be anywhere from a few days to a few weeks before the actual holiday — like right around now.
What will be on sale for Labor Day?
If the holiday is anything like the last several years — a lot! We’ll reiterate some great advice Yahoo Life received from shopping expert Andrea Woroch for last year’s Labor Day weekend, which will be just as relevant this time around: “Long holiday weekends like Labor Day represent a good time to buy big-ticket items like mattresses and furniture. … Retailers selling these items are looking to maximize sales and know shoppers are more likely to browse and buy if there’s a deal available.” So, if you’re looking to save big on big buys, now is a great time to take advantage — keep an eye out for Labor Day mattress sales, tech, home goods and more.
Otherwise, you’ll also be able to snag some sweet deals on timely items, too, like summer clothes (to save for next year!), appliances, school and desk supplies, electronics and others. Plus, if you’ve still yet to upgrade your outdoor entertaining space, there’s no time like end-of-summer sales to make the most of every dollar while building out your barbecue, patio or porch area.
What to expect from your favorite retailers this Labor Day weekend
We anticipate a ton of deals events launching at a variety of retailers, including usual suspects Amazon, Walmart, Target, Kohl’s and more. Wayfair is always a good space to check for deals on home goods, and we wouldn’t be surprised if clothing and accessories retailers like Nordstrom, Macy’s, Old Navy, J.Crew, Zappos, Coach Outlet and more have massive markdowns going on, too.
How to find the best sales over Labor Day weekend
Aside from sticking with us to help guide you through the best savings across the ‘net, there are also a few hacks you can use to save even more over the holiday weekend. Woroch recommends using an app like Flipp to create a shopping plan. “Flipp helps you stay organized by allowing you to create a digital shopping list and clip deals directly to your shopping list,” she says, and notes that if you’re shopping online, you can also use the PriceBlink browser tool for instant price comparisons.
Coupons and promo codes are also important. “Many Labor Day sales will require that you apply a promo code to get the savings, or you may be able to sweeten your deal with additional money off by using a coupon,” Woroch says. “Check deal aggregators like CouponCabin.com, which organize Labor Day coupons all in one place, or search by store name to find deals quickly, including both online coupons and printable coupons.” The browser tool Sidekick is also a good option, as it automatically applies the best coupon with the biggest discount to your online cart.