Last-Minute Memorial Day Sales You Can Shop Right Now
No crowds. No parking. Just good deals from your couch — in your pajamas if you want.
Listen, I wasn’t going to write this post. But then I opened my email this morning, saw about forty-seven “MEMORIAL DAY SALE” subject lines, and thought — somebody needs to cut through all of this. That somebody is me. You’re welcome.
Here’s the deal: Memorial Day sales are genuinely some of the best of the year, right up there with Black Friday. The difference? You don’t have to fight anyone in a parking lot. Everything on this list is online, most of it ships fast, and a good chunk of it qualifies for free shipping if you hit a minimum. Let’s get into it.
🏠 Home & Bedding
This is the category I look forward to every single year. If you’ve been waiting to upgrade anything in your house, now is the time.
Furniture, rugs, outdoor, bedding — it’s all on sale. Their Way Day deals rolled into Memorial Day and the markdowns are real. I’d prioritize rugs and accent furniture; those categories always have the deepest cuts.
If you’ve had your eye on anything from their summer outdoor line or bedroom refresh pieces, this weekend is the moment. The linen bedding sets are always popular and sell out fast.
Both brands run legitimate Memorial Day sales — no gimmick pricing. If you’ve been eyeing quality sheets or bath towels, these two are worth the splurge especially at a discount.
👗 Clothing & Kids
Stocking up on summer clothes for the kids before they hit their next growth spurt? This is the move.
Old Navy’s Memorial Day sale is always aggressive. Stock up on basics, shorts, and swim for the kids. Use the app for any additional stackable coupons — they often have them.
Great time to grab workwear basics or elevated casual pieces for yourself. BR Factory in particular goes deep on linen and summer suiting.
Target’s Circle deals are running all weekend. Check the app — they often have category-specific Circle offers stacked on top of the sitewide sale. Free shipping, same-day pickup, or Drive Up available.
💻 Tech & Appliances
I’m not a huge gadget person, but I know a good deal on things we actually use every day.
Amazon’s Memorial Day page has rotating Lightning Deals, so check back throughout the weekend. Robot vacuums, air fryers, Instant Pots, and Echo devices tend to see the biggest cuts. If you have Prime, shipping is already covered.
If you’ve been putting off a laptop upgrade or the washer is on its last leg, Best Buy’s Memorial Day sale includes major appliances with free delivery and haul-away. Worth a look before Monday ends.
🏃 Fitness & Outdoor
Both brands are running member sales on top of sitewide discounts. Free to sign up, and the extra savings are worth it. Good time to grab sneakers, workout gear, or running shoes for summer.
REI’s annual sale is one of the best if you’re into hiking, camping, or water activities. Members get early access and deeper discounts. Non-members can still shop the public sale.
Before You Click “Add to Cart” — Quick Tips
- Check price history first. Use a browser extension like CamelCamelCamel (for Amazon) or Honey to confirm the sale price is actually a deal, not a marked-up markdown.
- Stack coupon codes. Retailer sale + store credit card discount + coupon code = maximum savings. Always Google “[store name] coupon code” before checkout.
- Watch the return window. Some stores reset their return clocks on sale items. Know the policy before you buy, especially for clothing.
- Monday is still the day. Many retailers hold back their deepest cuts for Memorial Day itself (Monday). If it’s not urgent, wait.
- Free shipping thresholds matter. If you’re $8 away from free shipping, find a small add-on rather than paying $7.99 in shipping fees.
My Honest Take
I’ll be real with you: not every “Memorial Day Sale” is worth your time. Some retailers just slap a banner on prices they haven’t actually changed. The ones I listed above have real markdowns I’ve either seen firsthand or confirmed through price tracking tools.
My personal cart this weekend? A new area rug from Wayfair (I’ve been putting it off for months), summer shorts for both kids from Old Navy, and I’m seriously eyeing a robot vacuum because I am tired, and I deserve one. That’s it. I’m not going overboard just because things are on sale.
Shop with a list. Shop with a budget. And enjoy your long weekend — you’ve earned it. 🇺🇸