Celebrations

Hanukkah is in 41 days.

Friday, December 4, 2026

Eight nights of gifts. Here's what's worth buying, when to buy it, and what it really sells for.

What to buy, and when

What	Best time to buy	Tip
Gifts for eight nights	Black Friday weekend	Hanukkah often starts before Christmas sales peak, so shop the Thanksgiving weekend deals.
Toys and LEGO	November	Popular sets can sell out in December.
Dinnerware for the holiday	November	Holiday dinnerware sales start early.

Set a price watch on any of these and we'll email you when it drops to your number.

US holidays and the big sale days, soonest first.

Presidents' Day sales: Mid-February. Mattresses, appliances, and furniture.
Memorial Day sales: Late May. Outdoor gear, grills, and appliances.
Amazon Prime Day: Usually July. Amazon devices, electronics, and household items.
Labor Day sales: Early September. Furniture, appliances, and end-of-summer clearance.
Black Friday & Cyber Monday: The weekend after Thanksgiving. Toys, electronics, and nearly everything else.
After-Christmas clearance: December 26 onward. Decor, wrap, and gift sets for next year.

Timing is based on past years. Each store announces exact dates a few weeks ahead.