If you have been feeling the urge to go on a shopping spree, the ideal opportunity is coming up soon. Tennessee Tax Free Weekend is one of the best shopping holidays of the year. The 2026 tax-free holiday weekend begins at 12:01 a.m. on July 31, 2026 and ends Sunday, Aug 2 at 11:59 p.m.
What is Tennessee Tax Free Weekend?
On this special weekend you will be able to stock up on clothes, school supplies, electronics and other items without having to pay sales tax. With the sales tax in Tennessee as high as 9.25%, shopping on this weekend can save you a lot of money. You’ll be able to pay no sales tax on clothing under $100 per item, school and art supplies under $100 per item and computers under $1,500 per item.
There is no limit to the quantity of the items that may be purchased, as long as the purchase price of each of those items is below the threshold provided in the law. This is a great opportunity to buy all of your school supplies for the coming year, or to replace your worn out clothes and electronics.
Why Shop in Pigeon Forge?
Pigeon Forge is an excellent shopping destination and a great place to take advantage of the savings on Tax Free Weekend. There is a great selection of shops here where you can stock up on fashions, school supplies, electronics and everything else you might need.
ShoppingIf you’re planning to take advantage of Tennessee’s Tax-Free Weekend, the Smokies offer plenty of places to shop. Score deals on clothing and footwear at Tanger Outlets in Sevierville, browse stores like Nike Clearance Store, REI, Rack Room Shoes, and Carhartt at The Mountain Mile, and explore even more shopping opportunities throughout Pigeon Forge.
Tips for Making the Most of Tennessee Tax Free Weekend
- Plan your trip in advance. This will be a very busy weekend and so it is important to know where you are going and what you need from each shop – so you can get your items efficiently and not get lost in the crowd.
- Look around for coupons for the items you want to buy, so that you can add even more savings. We have coupons that can help you save on attractions, restaurants and lodging in Pigeon Forge.
- Do a little bit of research beforehand to see which stores have the best prices on the items you want to buy.
- Get to the shops as early as possible. The good deals will be in demand so you will have a better chance of snagging them if you get there right as the shops open.
