Memorial Day 2025 shopping guide: Best sales, deals, where to shop now
Ready to shop like a pro? We've got all the info you need to save big for Memorial Day.
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kick-off to summer and a prime opportunity for savvy shoppers to find some of the best discounts on big-ticket items such as refrigerators, washers, dryers and mattresses, along with seasonal products across fashion, beauty and more. Throughout the entire month of May, the Paste BN Shopping team will be scouring the web for all the best early Memorial Day sales and deals to help you save on all of your household upgrades, summer must-haves and more.
Below, we've put together this comprehensive shopping guide with everything you need to know ahead of Memorial Day 2025.
Learn more about Memorial Day 2025 sales and deals:
- When is Memorial Day 2025?
- When do Memorial Day sales start?
- Are there any early Memorial Day sales happening now?
- What are some Memorial Day deals you can expect?
- What are the most popular Memorial Day sales to watch for?
- Is Memorial Day a federal holiday?
- What stores are open on Memorial Day?
When is Memorial Day 2025?
Memorial Day 2025 is on Monday, May 26.
When do Memorial Day sales start?
Official Memorial Day sales tend to start the week before Memorial Day. However, many retailers may begin hosting sales as early as the beginning of May.
Are there any early Memorial Day sales happening now?
Yes, many Memorial Day sales have already started to roll out. Be sure to sign up for our newsletter so you don't miss any updates. Plus, you can also bookmark this page as we'll keep it updated with all the latest savings as they begin.
What are some Memorial Day deals you can expect?
Because Memorial Day is the unofficial start to summer in the retail world, you can expect many outdoor sales. Look for deals on items like patio furniture, grills, lawnmowers, pool vacuums and gardening tools. Larger home appliances and mattresses will also see significant discounts. Retailers like Lowe's, The Home Depot and Amazon are typically at the forefront of major Memorial Day sales.
"As a homeowner, I've learned that Memorial Day tends to offer some of the best deals from major appliances to patio furnishings for summer. If one of your major appliances is nearing the end of its lifespan, Memorial Day week could be the ideal time to replace it." - Rachel Cortez, Paste BN Shopping editor
What are the most popular Memorial Day sales to watch for?
These are the top 10 retailers that usually have the most popular Memorial Day sales, according to our readers.
1. Amazon
Amazon is often a primary destination for all shoppers, including Prime members, to check prices on desired items. Given Amazon's scale and competitive pricing strategy, it frequently offers similar deals to other major retailers during popular sales events.
2. Walmart
Walmart is kicking off Memorial Day deals with price rollbacks and hot deals! You can snag significant discounts on everything from coolers and outdoor furniture to grills and more. Whether you're stocking up on groceries for your barbecue or grabbing sunscreen for a beach day, Walmart has all your Memorial Day essentials at everyday low prices.
3. Target
Target starts its Memorial Day celebration with its Hello Summer Sale, happening now through May 26. During this sale, you can score up to 50% off on outdoor and patio furnishings, grills, small appliances, sun squad toys, home goods and more.
4. Lowe's
The Lowe's Memorial Day Sale has officially begun and is running through Wednesday, May 28. This sale includes discounts on items like appliances, outdoor and garden essentials, tools, furniture, mattresses and more.
5. Wayfair
Wayfair's Memorial Day Clearance sale is happening now through May 28. This sale is offering price drops on many items, including outdoor and indoor furniture, rugs, mattresses, home decor and more.
6. REI
The REI Anniversary Sale is happening now through May 26, and REI doesn't officially call this huge sale an actual Memorial Day sale; the holiday typically coincides with the retailer's Anniversary Sale, which is one of their biggest sales of the year. During this sale, you can score up to 30% off across a wide range of outdoor gear and apparel from popular brands like Patagonia, The North Face, Salomon and more.
7. Saatva
During the Saatva Memorial Day sale, you can save up to $600 on hotel-worthy mattresses of $1,000 or more to give your bedroom a premium turndown service. From $400 off the top-selling Saatva Classic hybrid mattress to price cuts of up to $400 on the Saatva Contour5, a cooling ultra-premium memory foam sleeper, you can give your bedroom an insane makeover during this sale. Plus, you can enjoy free white glove delivery service, so you never even have to lift a finger.
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8. HexClad
HexClad is currently offering up some great savings during their Memorial Day sale. During this sale you can score up to 49% off select best-selling bundle sets, cookware and tools. If you've been considering grabbing one of these Gordon Ramsey recommended sets, then Memorial Day may be the perfect time to get the best discount.
9. Samsung
Samsung's Memorial Day sale has begun. During this sale, you can find up to 50% off on TVs, appliances, smartphones, laptops and more. Some of the best discounts we have seen are being offered on their appliances. Many of these Samsung appliances have discounts of over 40%, making it a great time to upgrade your old appliances.
10. The Home Depot
The Home Depot Memorial Day Sale multi-day event has officially kicked off, and we've spotted discounts on popular home purchases up to 50% off. This sale features low prices on appliances, outdoor and garden, tools, home improvement, mattresses and more. Be sure to browse the sale now before it's gone!
Is Memorial Day a federal holiday?
Yes, Memorial Day is one of the 11 federal holidays recognized nationwide. It's also the unofficial start to summer in the retail world.
What stores are open on Memorial Day?
Most major retailers will be open on Memorial Day, with the exception of Costco, they will be closed. Additionally, most government offices, schools, banks and libraries will be closed. The United States Post Office, UPS, and FedEx will also be closed.