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What to Buy During Memorial Day

You can save big by buying these things during Memorial Day.

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Shemi Freytes
Data Scientist & BTTB Founder
19 min. read

Remember, not all sale holidays are created equally. Despite what retailers might want you to believe, an advertised sale holiday isn't always the best time to purchase a given product.

In this guide, we cut through the noise and share the 61 products you can save the most on during Memorial Day. These are the items that will bring the biggest discounts—so you can buy at just the right time and save big.

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When is Memorial Day 2024?

Memorial Day starts on Monday, May 27, 2024.

Best time to buy appliances

1. Appliances

You might be tempted to buy one appliance at a time, even during sales, but purchasing in bulk is the best way to increase your discounts.

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Best time to buy a car

2. Cars

Keep an eye out for "aged inventory," which refers to any inventory that has remained unsold for a period of time.

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Best time to buy fitness equipment

3. Fitness Equipment

Sporting goods stores know that New Year's resolutions mean more people want to get into shape. Therefore, watch for lots of sales on home and office fitness equipment in January as demand spikes.

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Best time to buy furniture

4. Furniture

Finding the perfect price for your dream piece will be based on the biannual release of new furniture.

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Best time to buy a lawn mower

5. Lawn Mowers

Start scoping out your perfect mower in Spring, so you're ready to make your purchase by Autumn.

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Best time to buy a mattress

6. Mattresses

During these times, mattress shoppers are more likely to find affordable mattress deals on mattresses that can help provide your family with a good night's sleep without breaking the bank!

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Best time to buy a truck

7. Trucks

Focus on three-day holiday weekends, the end of each quarter, and the end of the year to get the best truck deals.

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Best time to buy a TV

8. TVs

While Black Friday may seem like the right time to make big purchases, you may be surprised to find out that there actually is a best time to buy a new TV.

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Best time to buy a washer and dryer

9. Washers and Dryers

The best deals for washing machines and dryers come on major shopping holidays, but timing your purchase to coincide with seasonal swings and trade shows can get you even steeper discounts.

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Best time to buy a laptop

10. Laptops

The laptop is the most purchased PC, surpassing desktops' sales.

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11. Wedding Dresses

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

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Best time to buy area rugs

12. Area Rugs

Learn when to buy that perfect area rug in order to maximize your savings.

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13. Baby Clothes

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

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14. Backpacks

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

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15. Bath Towels

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

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Best time to buy bedroom furniture

16. Bedroom Furniture

When it comes to buying new bedroom furniture — timing is everything.

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17. Bed Sheets

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

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18. Bicycles

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

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19. Camping Gear

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

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20. Candles

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

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21. Computer Hardware

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

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22. Computer Keyboards

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

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23. Computer Monitors

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

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24. Computer Mice

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

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25. Computers

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

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Best time to buy a couch

26. Couches

A couch is the most used piece of furniture in your home.

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27. Desktop Computers

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

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28. Digital Cameras

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

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Best time to buy DNA testing kits

29. DNA Testing Kits

Want to learn more about you and your family? There's a best time of year to buy DNA testing kits!

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Best time to buy a dishwasher

30. Dishwashers

Few kitchen appliances save more time than a dishwasher—and modern dishwashers consume less water than washing by hand!

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31. Down Comforters

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

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32. E-Readers

Did you know there's a best time to buy an e-reader? Learn exactly when to purchase in order to save the most money.

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33. Earbuds

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

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34. Electric Scooters

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

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35. Fitness Trackers

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

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36. Freezers

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

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37. Gaming Keyboards

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

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38. Gaming PC

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

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39. Guitars

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

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40. Hammocks

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

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41. Hiking Boots

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

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42. Hiking Gear

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

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43. Office Chairs

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

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44. Office Furniture

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

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Best time to buy patio furniture

45. Patio Furniture

Patio furniture prices and sales hinge on a few factors, starting with the new furniture release schedule.

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46. Pianos

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

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47. Pillowcases

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

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48. Printers

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

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49. Purses

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

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Best time to buy a recliner

50. Recliners

Learn when to buy that perfect recliner or armchair in order to maximize your savings.

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51. Robot Vacuums

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

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52. Shoes

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

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53. Rugs

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

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54. Smartphones

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

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55. Suitcases

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

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56. Summer Clothes

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

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57. Tools

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

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58. Tents

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

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59. Video Game Consoles

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

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60. Video Games

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

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61. Winter Clothes

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

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Memorial Day FAQ

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy appliances. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a car. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy fitness equipment. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy furniture. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a lawn mower. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a mattress. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a truck. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a TV. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a washer and dryer. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a laptop. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a wedding dress. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy area rugs. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy baby clothes. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a backpack. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy bath towels. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy bedroom furniture. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy bed sheets. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a bicycle. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy camping gear. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy candles. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy computer hardware. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a computer keyboard. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a computer monitor. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a computer mouse. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a computer. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a couch. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a desktop computer. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a digital camera. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy DNA testing kits. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a dishwasher. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a down comforter. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy an e-reader. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy earbuds. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy an electric scooter. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a fitness tracker. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a freezer. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a gaming keyboard. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a gaming pc. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a guitar. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a hammock. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy hiking boots. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy hiking gear. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy an office chair. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy office furniture. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy patio furniture. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a piano. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy pillowcases. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a printer. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a purse. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a recliner. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a robot vacuum. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy shoes. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy rugs. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a smartphone. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a suitcase. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy summer clothes. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy tools. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a tent. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy a video game console. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy video games. Check best dates

Yes, Memorial Day is a good time to buy winter clothes. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy bedding and linens. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a cruise. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy electronics. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a grill or BBQ. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a refrigerator. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a snow blower. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy an Apple Watch. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy an artificial christmas tree. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy baby furniture. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a coffee table. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy dining room furniture. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a hair dryer. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a hot tub. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy kids' bedroom furniture. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy living room furniture. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a MacBook. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy tires. Check best dates

No. Memorial Day is not a good time to buy a vacuum cleaner. Check best dates

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