Ohio Tax Free Weekend 2026

Friday, August 7 – Sunday, August 9, 2026   CONFIRMED

About the Ohio Sales Tax Holiday

Ohio returns to its traditional three-day holiday in 2026. The exemption applies to clothing and school supplies purchased for personal use.

What Items Qualify in Ohio?

Clothing

• Price: $75 or less per item.

School Supplies

• Price: $20 or less per item.
• Includes: Binders, book bags, and calculators.

How the Tax Holiday Works

During the Ohio sales tax holiday, eligible items are sold without state sales tax collected at the register. You do not need to present a coupon, request an exemption, or take any special action — the discount applies automatically to qualifying purchases made in-store or online from retailers registered to collect Ohio sales tax.

The 2026 holiday runs from Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9. Purchases made before or after those dates are not eligible, even if you placed an order earlier. For online orders, the shipping date — or in some states the order placement date — determines eligibility. Check the Ohio Department of Revenue's official guidance for online purchase rules.

Shopping Tips for the Ohio Tax-Free Weekend

• Check retailer participation: Most stores honor the holiday automatically, but call ahead for smaller local retailers.
• Price items individually: Bundles may not qualify if the bundle price exceeds the per-item limit.
• Online shopping counts: Most major online retailers apply the exemption for Ohio customers during the holiday window.
• Watch the clock: The holiday ends at midnight on Sunday, August 9 — make sure orders are confirmed before then.
• Rain checks: Some stores issue rain checks for items out of stock during the holiday, which may allow you to pay the tax-free price later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the price cap lower this year?

Ohio House Bill 186 reverted the state to its original 3-day format with lower caps to offset property tax credits.