Tuesday, November 5, 2024

October Prime Day 2024: This Year’s Dates And Details Are Finally Out

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We’ve known that Prime Big Deal Days (aka October Prime Day 2024) is on the horizon since last month, but now we finally have some concrete details. This morning, Amazon announced that this year’s event will take place on Oct. 8 and 9. Whether you’re ready to get started on holiday shopping or you just appreciate a good deal, be sure to mark your calendar. We expect to see Black Friday-level discounts on both gift-worthy items and everyday essentials.

In its official Prime Big Deal Days press release, Amazon also name dropped some brands that’ll be included in the sale. This year, you can expect to see markdowns on items from top brands including KitchenAid, Samsung, Beats and Lego. There will also be some enticing travel deals this year—some of which are already live, like up to 40% off Princess cruises and up to 30% off Avis rental car reservations. Below, find everything we know about the unofficial October Prime Day so far, plus some early deals worth shopping right away.

Will There Be An October Prime Day In 2024?

Yes, Amazon has confirmed that there will be a Prime Big Deal Days (aka October Prime Day) in 2024. The sale will be live on Oct. 8 and 9 and feature deals on everything from gifts and toys to beauty and home essentials.

What Is Prime Big Deal Days?

Prime Big Deal Days is Amazon’s annual fall sale for Prime members. The retail giant has run a second Prime Day-like event ahead of the holidays for the past two years, and it’s continuing the tradition in 2024. The sale is a great opportunity to get a head start on your holiday shopping—some of the offers are usually comparable to what you’d see during Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

How Many Times A Year Does Amazon Do Prime Days?

Amazon Prime Day used to be a once-a-year occurrence, but in recent years the retailer has begun hosting a second sale in the fall. Although Amazon doesn’t typically call the October event Prime Day, it’s essentially the same thing—a 48-hour event featuring hundreds of thousands of exclusive deals for Prime members.

When Is October Prime Day 2024?

Prime Big Deal Days, colloquially known as October Prime Day, will kick off on Oct. 8 at 12:01 a.m. PDT and last through 11:59 p.m. PDT on Oct. 9.

How Much Is An Amazon Prime Membership In 2024?

An Amazon Prime membership costs $14.99 per month. You have the option to pay an annual $139 fee, which brings the price down to about $11.58 per month. If you haven’t had an Amazon Prime membership for the past 12 months, you can also sign up for a free 30-day trial period first.


Best Amazon Deals Right Now

While October Prime Day won’t arrive until next month, there are some solid Amazon deals available already. Here, we’ve rounded up eight offers that our deals editors recommend shopping right away.

Multiple Forbes Vetted editors own this portable carpet and upholstery cleaner and say it’s a game changer—especially if you have pets. The machine’s price fluctuates fairly often, but any time you see it on sale for $100 you can feel like you’re getting a decent deal. That said, it sold for $82 during Prime Day in July, so consider holding out for next month if you want to get it for the absolute best price. 


Want a solid pair of earbuds that won’t break the bank? This JBL pair is 40% off, bringing it down to a match for its lowest price ever. The style has amassed over 8,500 five-star reviews from Amazon shoppers. 


The Hatch Restore 2 is our top pick for the best sunrise alarm clock and it made our Forbes Vetted Best Product Awards list this year. The clock is customizable, has a robust sound library and a chic aesthetic to boot. This discount has been available since June, so we’ll likely see a steeper drop in the coming months, but it’s still a decent savings if you’ve had your eye on the clock. 


The price of this 2024 MacBook Air dropped to $1,449 in early August and has remained relatively constant since. We don’t expect it to be discounted much further between now and the holidays, so now’s a good time to add it to your cart. 


Our pick for the best aesthetic bidet, this streamlined design doesn’t offer a ton of features but it does the essentials well and has a sleek, customizable style. Just keep in mind that is doesn’t offer warm water or any pressure adjustments. This deal is one of the best prices we’ve seen on Amazon and beats out the current discount on Tushy’s site. 


Popular with dogs that like to curl up, this cozy cuddler-style dog bed is plush and helps pups feel secure while they sleep. This model comes highly rated on Amazon and although this discount is relatively common, its price has yet to drop any further in 2024. 


I purchased this book light for my partner and then borrowed it so much we had to buy a second one. The design is lightweight, rechargeable and has an adjustable bulb head with five brightness levels. You can also swap between cool and warm tones. This discount matches the lowest price we’ve seen for the reading light. 


Score this popular hair dryer for the lowest price we’ve seen since 2020. Lightweight and made with ceramic components, this dryer heats up and dries your strands quickly. Even when it’s not on sale, the Rusk is a great value hair dryer if you style your hair semi-regularly but aren’t looking to splurge on a luxury model. 

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