While you may still be soaking up the beach or gearing up for back-to-school season, Labor Day (September 2) — considered the unofficial end of summer — is upon us. Thanks to the turn of the season, you can seize the opportunity to shop for major sales on its most popular items, including home and furniture sales, mattress deals and more.

We found 40 of the best Labor Day sales that you should start shopping now, with big-box retailers like Amazon and Wayfair featuring massive savings. Use these discounts and deals to your advantage to shop for a new kitchen appliance, back-to-school supplies or anything in between.


Our Favorite Labor Day Sales

Arched Wall Mirror
BEAUTYPEAK Arched Wall Mirror
Now 81% Off
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Linen Core Sheet Set
Brooklinen Linen Core Sheet Set
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Signature Sauteuse
Le Creuset Signature Sauteuse
Now 43% Off
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On Sale
Adult Hustle 6.0 Backpack
Under Armour Adult Hustle 6.0 Backpack
Now 55% Off
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On Sale
AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
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On Sale
Radian 3R Car Seat
Diono Radian 3R Car Seat
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Best Labor Day Home Sales

West Elm Mid-Century Bookshelf

Mid-Century Bookshelf
Now 27% Off
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Alyssa Gautieri, a home editor at GH, loves this chic bookshelf from West Elm that's a whopping $150 off right now. "I picture this light wood bookshelf on full display in the living room, decorated with houseplants, hardcover books and a few of my favorite knick-knacks," she says. Shop the bookshelf and more mid-century modern-inspired furniture from West Elm while it's on sale for Labor Day weekend.

Mercury Row® Perdue 81.5

Perdue 81.5
Now 65% Off
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Gautieri was obsessed with this velvet-upholstered sofa from Wayfair that's currently discounted at 67%. Choose from tons of shades like navy, yellow, green, rust, pink and more to add a pop of color in your home. "I'm loving the classic mid-century design with high armrests, a tufted back and piped edges," says Gautieri.

Sweetcrispy Criss Cross Chair Legged

Criss Cross Chair Legged
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Everyone on TikTok cannot get enough of the viral desk chair with a wide enough seat to sit criss-cross apple sauce — so much so that my friend pushed it through the streets of NYC after buying it secondhand. Luckily for the rest of us, it's currently marked down by $20 and will be shipped right to your door.

Sand & Stable Oshin Outdoor Wicker Chat Set

Oshin Outdoor Wicker Chat Set
Now 13% Off
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This hand-woven rattan bistro set adds effortless coastal style to your patio or front porch. It comes with two wingback armchairs complete with plush, weather-resistant cushions and a small round accent table for resting drinks as you take in the view.


Best Labor Day Sales at Amazon

Amazon Fire TV 43

Fire TV 43
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As Amazon's best-selling smart TV, this Fire device delivers a variety of must-have features. We appreciate that it offers access to tons of movies and TV episodes thanks to a built-in Fire TV stick and voice-activated Alexa. It's a great picture quality for the price, too. And it's currently 32% off.

Samsonite Freeform Hardside Carry-On

Freeform Hardside Carry-On

This suitcase with four 360-spinner wheels makes it much easier to roll through airports and cities. The hard exterior is durable and keeps your items safe without making it too heavy. Plus, the TSA locks help keep your items safe. Choose from three different sizes (as a carry-on or checked luggage) and fifteen colors. We recommend the mint green, bright orange or another vibrant color so that you can easily spot your suitcase.

Waterpik Cordless Advanced Water Flosser

Cordless Advanced Water Flosser
Now 30% Off
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Clean teeth and help prevent cavities by using a water flosser. This handheld device shoots water out in a strong stream that gets the gunk out between your teeth. It helps make flossing easier and quicker — and it's 36% off ahead of Labor Day.

Pilot G2 Premium Gel Roller Pens

G2 Premium Gel Roller Pens
Now 18% Off
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Write in every color of the rainbow with this pack of gel pens. Pilot pens feel smooth on paper and have vibrant ink that looks great in notes, doodles and annotations in book margins. Add it to your cart, and save 35% before school season starts.

Mead Mead Composition Notebook

Mead Composition Notebook

With the first day of school around the corner, this 3-pack of classic composition notebooks is on sale right in time. The wide-ruled paper is perfect for note-taking in any class and writing equations in math. Plus, the slim design makes it easy to fit in a backpack, locker or desk.


Best Labor Day Mattress & Bedding Sales

Saatva Classic Mattress

Editor’s Choice
Classic Mattress
Now 20% Off
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Our GH Institute experts currently rank this as the best overall mattress. Saatva just kicked off their Labor Day sales but it gets even better: Good Housekeeping readers can take 20% off mattresses with a minimum spend of $1,000. Shop through one of our links, and the discount will automatically apply at checkout.

The Company Store Classic Cool Cotton Percale Twin Bed Sheet Set

Classic Cool Cotton Percale Twin Bed Sheet Set

Sleeping in the summertime heat is a whole lot easier with percale sheets. These crisp sheets from The Company Store are 100% combed cotton percale with a 300-thread count for a soft feel that will help you stay cool in your sleep. They're available in 18 colors and multiple sizes, but the Twin sheets in white are 20% off.


Best Labor Day Kitchen Sales

GE Profile 27.9 Smart Refrigerator

Profile 27.9 Smart Refrigerator

Upgrade your kitchen with this refrigerator that fits all the groceries your family needs. With two french doors, an ice maker, a freezer drawer and an adjustable temperature drawer, this stainless steel fridge is decked out with neat features. Save $1,400 if you buy it now.

Keurig K-Express Coffee Maker

K-Express Coffee Maker

Save $20 on this slim coffee machine that's only 5.1 inches wide, making it perfect for smaller kitchens. Place it on a crowded counter, a desk in an office or a dorm room to enjoy a quick cup of coffee in the mornings. The machine can brew 8-, 10- or 12-ounce cups and its "strong" button provides an extra boost of caffeine.

DASH Delish Compact Stand Mixer

Delish Compact Stand Mixer

Rather than breaking a sweat mixing ingredients by hand, whip up frosting, cake batter, cookie dough and more sweet treats with this electric stand mixer. This colorful machine comes with different attachments like dough hooks and a 3.5-quart stainless steel bowl.

Fullstar Vegetable Chopper

Vegetable Chopper

Chop vegetables in seconds with this neat kitchen gadget. Simply place halved peppers, onions and more on the roof of the container and lower the razor-sharp blades to easily dice into small pieces. Making salad has never been so easy.

Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet

Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet

Cook veggies, meat and more on our GH Institute Kitchen experts' favorite cast iron skillet. This version is 42% off ahead of Labor Day and it's pre-seasoned, which is perfect for beginners to cook on stoves and grills.


    Best Labor Day Vacuum Sales

    BISSELL Little Green Pet Pro Portable Carpet Cleaner

    Little Green Pet Pro Portable Carpet Cleaner

    Lift dirt and stains from your carpet, rugs and even your car interior with this portable carpet cleaner. It's the upgraded version of the Little Green machine, and it comes with a 48-ounce tank and a "tough stain" attachment to help remove particularly tricky spots — all for under $100.

    Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

    V8 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

    This popular Dyson model allows you to slurp up debris in hard-to-reach places thanks to its cordless design. We love that it has an up to 40-minute run time and includes a special tool for picking up pet hair. Plus, it's under $400 ahead of Labor Day!

    Shark IX141 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum

    IX141 Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum

    Shark claims this cordless vacuum has powerful suction with various attachments. You'll never miss crumbs thanks to the LED headlights, and you can vacuum couches, car seats and walls with the lightweight crevice tool.


      Best Labor Day Tech Sales

      Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise-Canceling Headphones

      WH-1000XM4 Noise-Canceling Headphones

      Not a day goes by without me wearing my Sony noise-canceling headphones at work. They're comfortable, have amazing sound quality and effectively block out external noises. Try the XM4 model for yourself and save $150 if you buy them ahead of this Labor Day weekend.

      Apple 2024 MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop

      2024 MacBook Air 13-inch Laptop

      Shop for a new laptop ahead of the school year, and save nearly $250 off this MacBook Air (a.k.a., my favorite computer for college). Our experts in the GH Institute's Media & Tech Lab ranked the MacBook Air as the best in our laptop tests. The 2024 model is equipped with a powerful M3 chip for quicker processing and an 18-hour battery life.

      Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

      AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

      Named the best Apple AirPods by the GH Institute, the AirPods Pro are noise-canceling, sweat-resistant and 24% off ahead of Labor Day. They come in a compact case that fits in nearly any purse, backpack and even pockets so that you can listen to music on the go and in the office.


        Best Labor Day Fashion Sales

        Puma Smash v3 Platform Sneaker

        Smash v3 Platform Sneaker
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        Buy one pair of women's, men's or kid's shoes, and get one 50% off with DSW's back-to-school sale that started ahead of Labor Day weekend. Whether you need sneakers, sandals, heels or boots — DSW has it all.

        Gap High Rise Stride Jeans with Washwell

        High Rise Stride Jeans with Washwell
        Now 40% Off
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        Gap jeans perform well in the GH Institute's Lab tests and this high-rise pair is one of our favorite jeans for women. The ultra-high-rise waistband and wide-leg cut is flattering and comfy. Get it now while Gap has a 40% off everything and 50% off sweats and tees sale.

        BRONAX Pillow Slides

        Pillow Slides
        Now 48% Off
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        Walk comfortably around the house, office, dorms or out and about with these squishy yet, stylish slides. The thick, cushioned sole provides cloud-like comfort while giving the shoes a platform appearance that looks great with jeans, dresses and skirts. Available in 15 colors from neutral brown, gray and black to vibrant purple and pink.

        lululemon Align™ Asymmetrical Bra Light Support

        Align™ Asymmetrical Bra Light Support
        Now 50% Off
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        Take a yoga class and then run some errands in this stylish one-strap sports bra that's 50% off. It provides light support and looks chic like a regular tank top.

        American Eagle Corset Bodice Floral Midi Dress

        Editor’s Choice
        Corset Bodice Floral Midi Dress
        Now 11% Off
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        Spin in circles with this flowy midi dress that one of our editors called, "the perfect cottagecore dress." It's the perfect summer sundress and can easily transition into an autumn wardrobe with a white or blue sweater. Take 30% off with code "EARLYDIBS" at checkout.

        OFFLINE By Aerie Real Me High Waisted Crossover Flare Legging

        Real Me High Waisted Crossover Flare Legging
        Now 30% Off
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        Looking for loungewear? One editor at the GH Institute called these yoga pants "soft as butter" and said she wears them for every long car ride. They're stretchy and great for yoga, walking and relaxing. While these pants are already on sale, you can take another 30% off with the code "EARLYDIBS" at checkout.


        Best Labor Day Beauty Sales

        HEETA Hair Scalp Massager

        Hair Scalp Massager
        Now 27% Off
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        Help stimulate hair growth by massaging your scalp with this handheld, silicone tool that's nearly half off. I love to massage my shampoo into my strands and have noticed my hair looking healthier, longer and more voluminous since using a scalp massager.

        Revlon One Step Volumizer PLUS 2.0 Hair Dryer

        One Step Volumizer PLUS 2.0 Hair Dryer

        Our experts and editors reviewed (and loved!) the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer. You can get the PLUS 2.0 model for 48% off right now and create voluminous, salon-worthy blowouts with ease.

        Dyson Airwrap™ Complete Styler

        Airwrap™ Complete Styler
        Now 33% Off
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        If you want all the possible hair tools and attachments in one to style your hair with less heat damage, the Dyson Airwrap is worth the splurge. Act fast, and get it from Nordstrom to save $200 on your purchase.


          When will Labor Day deals start?

          Labor Day falls on Monday, September 2, this year, which means that the three-day weekend kicks off Saturday, August 31. In addition to recognizing the contributions of American workers, Labor Day also tends to be a great time to shop end-of-season sales on everything from grills and patio furniture to appliances, mattresses and more.


          Where can we expect the best Labor Day sales?

          According to experts, Labor Day weekend is one of the best times of the year to save on big-ticket purchases like mattresses, furniture and appliances. Retailers and direct-to-consumer brands typically drop prices on their best-selling items during the holiday weekend.

          This year, we are seeing steep discounts across almost all shopping categories at Amazon, Walmart, Lowe's and Wayfair, plus rare end-of-season sales from cult-favorite brands like Lululemon. That includes big season-ending discounts on outdoor furniture and grills — like Wayfair's outdoor furniture sale.


          More of the best Labor Day sales

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          Samantha Jones
          Commerce Editor

          Samantha is a lifestyle commerce editor at Hearst magazines, where she covers fashion, fitness gear, tech, and viral products. She has over six years of editorial experience, including writing, editing, and hands-on product testing for commerce stories—whether it be an in-depth running shoe review or a curation of the latest Prime Day deals. As an avid runner and former Division I athlete, Samantha has particular expertise in fitness gear, apparel, shoes, and tech. (In fact, when she’s not at her desk, she’s probably out for a run.)   

          You can find Samantha’s work in Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, House Beautiful, Country Living, Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens, PEOPLE, and more.

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          Isabella Cavallo
          Assistant Commerce Editor

          Isabella (she/her) covers commerce and product-related content in the home, lifestyle, fitness, technology and beauty. She graduated from Binghamton University in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in English: Literature & Rhetoric. Before joining GH, she was an editorial assistant at Prevention, where she covered health topics and celebrity news.