Alabama’s Tax-Free Weekend is Almost Here—Here’s What You Need to Know
Forget Black Friday—Alabamians should brace themselves for the real ultimate shopping weekend: Alabama’s tax-free weekend, happening this year from July 18–20. Whether you’re gearing up for back-to-school shopping or just want to take advantage of a few savings, this is the weekend to circle on your calendar.
What Is Tax-Free Weekend?
During this special weekend, participating cities across Alabama waive state sales tax on select items like school supplies, clothes, and certain electronics. That means you can shop without paying extra on eligible back-to-school necessities.
Not every item is included, so don’t plan to grab a new iPhone or video game system and expect it to be tax-free. But you can expect to save big on essentials.
Participating Cities Around Huntsville
If you live in or near the Huntsville area, here are the local cities that will participate in the tax-free weekend:
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Huntsville
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Madison
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Athens
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Decatur
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Albertville
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Arab
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Elkmont
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Guntersville
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Mooresville
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New Hope
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Owens Cross Roads
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Scottsboro
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Somerville
What’s Eligible?
Here’s a breakdown of what qualifies during tax-free weekend:
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Clothing items under $100 each
(Think jeans, school uniforms, shoes, jackets, etc.) -
School supplies and art supplies
(Includes pencils, notebooks, glue, paintbrushes, and sketchpads—$50 or less per item) -
Books
(Priced at $30 or less each) -
Computers, computer software, and supplies
(Single purchases of $750 or less) -
Computer accessories
(Includes things like storage devices, printers, and ink)
Final Thoughts
This isn’t just a great weekend for students and parents—it’s a chance for everyone to save on some essentials. Whether you're prepping for school, restocking office supplies, or replacing that aging printer, this is a smart time to shop.
Make your list, check the price tags, and head out to your favorite local stores from July 18–20 to take full advantage of Alabama’s tax-free weekend.