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The Best Time to Buy Board Games

Did you know there's a best time to buy board games? Learn exactly when to purchase in order to save the most money.

The best times to buy board games are Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, Black Friday Weekend, Cyber Monday, Labor Day, Labor Day Weekend, Memorial Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Presidents' Day, Presidents' Day Weekend, and holiday season.

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Board games are almost never on sale—about 13% of the year, or an average of 1-in-7.9 days.

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The best months to buy board games are February, May, July, August, September, November, and December.

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The best holidays to buy board games are Labor Day, Memorial Day, and Presidents' Day.

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When is the best time to buy board games?

The best times to buy board games are Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, Black Friday Weekend, Cyber Monday, Labor Day, Labor Day Weekend, Memorial Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Presidents' Day, Presidents' Day Weekend, and holiday season.

Amazon Prime Day

Board games are on sale during Amazon Prime Day as a way to attract customers and increase sales for both Amazon and the manufacturers of these games. Additionally, it allows customers to stock up on popular and classic board games at discounted prices.

Black Friday

Board games are frequently put on sale during Black Friday because it is a popular time for families and friends to gather and spend quality time together, making them a highly sought-after item for gift-giving.

Black Friday Weekend

Board games are frequently put on sale during Black Friday Weekend because it is a popular time for families and friends to gather and spend quality time together, making them a highly sought-after item for gift-giving.

Cyber Monday

Board games are frequently put on sale during Cyber Monday because it is a popular time for families and friends to gather and spend quality time together, making them a highly sought-after item for gift-giving.

Holiday Season

Board games are often popular gifts during the holiday season, so retailers may offer them at discounted prices to attract customers and encourage gift-giving. Additionally, families tend to spend more time together during Christmas, making it a prime time for board game sales.

Labor Day

During Labor Day, board games frequently go on sale, capitalizing on the extended leisure time afforded by the long weekend. This creates a perfect opportunity for families and friends to come together and engage in enjoyable activities.

Labor Day Weekend

During Labor Day Weekend, board games frequently go on sale, capitalizing on the extended leisure time afforded by the long weekend. This creates a perfect opportunity for families and friends to come together and engage in enjoyable activities.

Memorial Day

Board games are often put on sale during Memorial Day as a way for retailers to attract customers and increase sales during the holiday weekend. Additionally, many families and friends gather during this time, making it a prime opportunity for game nights and purchases of new board games.

Memorial Day Weekend

Board games are often put on sale during Memorial Day Weekend as a way for retailers to attract customers and increase sales during the holiday weekend. Additionally, many families and friends gather during this time, making it a prime opportunity for game nights and purchases of new board games.

Presidents' Day

Presidents' Day is a great time to buy board games because many retailers offer sales and discounts, making it an ideal opportunity to stock up on new games for family and friends to enjoy.

Presidents' Day Weekend

Presidents' Day Weekend is a great time to buy board games because many retailers offer sales and discounts, making it an ideal opportunity to stock up on new games for family and friends to enjoy.

How often are board games on sale?

Board games are almost never on sale, approximately 46 days each year, spanning 11 distinct sale periods—that's 13% of the year.

What are the best months to buy board games?

The best months to buy board games are February, May, July, August, September, November, and December.

What are the best holidays to buy board games?

The best holidays to buy board games are Labor Day, Memorial Day, and Presidents' Day.

What's the best place to buy board games?

The best place to buy board games is at Amazon.

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