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After all that Christmas shopping last month, you may not be planning any buying sprees in the near future. But the month of January is brimming with deals — you could save yourself some serious cash if you make certain purchases this month!
Consider the after-Christmas sales, when retailers drastically slash prices on items that didn’t sell last month. Plus, January is famously the month of New Year’s resolutions (like exercising more, or cooking healthy meals at home), and retailers will compete for your dollars on items that will help you accomplish those goals. You’ll also see some great deals over the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday weekend.
You can also take advantage of some freebies in January. On National Pie Day (Jan. 23), some bakeries and restaurants nationwide will offer you a free slice. And Jan. 15 is one of the six days a year when you can visit a national parks for free fee in 2024.
Ready for some deals to kick off the new year? Read on!
Holiday-Themed Items
Retailers need to sell all those wreaths and wrapping paper, red and green cooking sets, and glittery packages of chocolate with Santa on the front. During the first weeks of January, anything holiday-themed is going to be selling for a fraction of the original price.
Last year, Walmart slashed prices on its toys by 90%, while Macy’s after-Christmas clearance sales started at up to 50% off. Every year, excellent post-Christmas sales happen at big box stores like Target, warehouse clubs like Costco and Sam’s, department stores like JC Penney and Kohl’s, and drugstore chains like Rite Aid and CVS.
- Gemmy Airblown 10′ Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Island of Misfit Toys Inflatable, $150 (was $221) at Walmart
- National Tree Company 6′ Acacia Pre-Lit Christmas Tree, $74 (was $524) at Macy’s
- Villeroy & Boch Toys Delight Wine Glasses, $32 (was $80) at Saks Fifth Avenue
- Lenox Merry Grinchmas Set of Four Accent Plates, $45 (was $140) at Macy’s
- North Pole Trading Company Christmas Plaid Table Runner, $12 (was 50) at JCPenney
- Valley Pine 3-Piece Pre-Lit Garland Door Kit, $40 (was $120) at Walmart
- North Pole Trading Company 24″ LED Cedar Wreath with Bells and Bows, $20 (was $80) at JCPenney
TVs
Of course, Black Friday is a great time to buy a TV, but did you know about that other sweet spot for TV deals? It comes just in time for those hosting a Super Bowl party, of course.
In the weeks running up to the big game (which is Feb. 11 this year), retailers like Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon know that their customers might be seeking a bigger, better flat-screen TV before kickoff. They each want you to make that big purchase at their store, so it’s the perfect time to shop around for who’s offering the biggest discount. Here are some of our favorite deals that you can snag right now:
- VIZIO 65″ Class V-Series 4K UHD LED Smart TV, $448 (was $528) at Walmart
- TCL 55-Inch Class S4 4K LED Smart TV with Fire TV, $270 (was $348) at Amazon
- Philips 32″ Class HD Smart Roku Borderless LED TV, $118 (was $168) at Walmart
- INSIGNIA 50-inch Class F30 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV with Alexa Voice Remote, $230 (was $300) at Amazon
- LG 70″ Class 4K UHD webOS Smart TV, $498 (was $648) at Walmart
- Hisense 55-Inch Class U8 Series Mini-LED ULED 4K UHD Google Smart TV, $798 (was $1,200) at Amazon
Small Kitchen Appliances
For many people, a new year means a fresh approach to cooking and eating. Have you made a New Year’s resolution to eat healthier, make your own coffee, or cook more at home? Many retailers think so, which is why they choose January to slash prices on air fryers, blenders, coffee makers and food steamers, among other small appliances.
Last January, Best Buy offered 67% off many small appliances, and Keurig took off 75% off select coffee maker models. This year, retailers like Amazon, JCPenney, and even Saks Fifth Avenue have major deals like these:
- De’Longhi La Specialista Espresso Machine, $700 (was $900) at Saks Fifth Avenue
- Keurig K-Classic Coffee Maker, $80 (was $150) at Amazon
- GoWISE USA 1700-Watt 5.8-QT 8-in-1 Digital Air Fryer, $57 (was $120) at Amazon
- Cuisinart Precision Pro Digital Stand Mixer, $300 (was $440) at JCPenney
- Ninja Foodi 9-in-1 6.5 Quart Electric Pressure Cooker & Air Fryer, $200 (was $319) at JCPenney
- Cuisinart Pure Indulgence 2 Quart Frozen Yogurt-Sorbet & Ice Cream Maker, $100 (was $144) at JCPenney
Fitness Equipment and Apparel or Gym Memberships
In a recent survey by Forbes Health, 48% of respondents listed getting fit as a top priority in 2024. Where will you buy the new gym shoes, free weights, treadmills, fitness trackers and balance balls you’ll need to do that? Retailers know you have many options, so they will compete to offer the lowest prices.
Deals over the weekend before Martin Luther King Jr. Day are a great time to save on fitness gear at REI, Academy Sports + Outdoors and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Big box stores like Target, Walmart and Best Buy will also cut prices on everything from yoga apparel to fitness tech to dumbbells.
Gym membership prices are notoriously low in January (again, it’s all about New Year’s resolutions), so look for waived enrollment fees, free months or lower rates for extra amenities. That said, resolutions can be hard to keep, so hopefully these deals can help you maintain them:
- Fitbit Inspire 3 Health &-Fitness-Tracker, $70 (was $100) at Amazon
- Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) Smartwatch, $199 (was $249) at Amazon
- Costway Walking Pad Under Desk Treadmill with Watch Remote, $190 (was $370) at Target
- VIBESPARK Adjustable Weight Bench, $250 (was $440) at Walmart
- FitRx SmartBell, Quick-Select Adjustable Dumbbell, $99 (was $200) at Walmart
- XTERRA Fitness TR200 Folding Treadmill, $349 (was $800) at Walmart
Bed Linens and Bath Items
January is the month for white sales at department stores (like Belk, JCPenney, Dillard’s, Kohl’s, Bloomingdales and Macy’s) and home brands (like The Company Store, Pottery Barn, West Elm and Crate & Barrel). If you’re in the market for a new comforter, sheets, mattress cover, towels or washcloths, now is the time to shop. These stores reduce prices to make room for new inventory.
Even retailers like Home Depot have been known to offer deals on bath products during the month of January.
- Organic Percale Printed Sheet Set, $104 (was $148) at Anthropologie
- HomeMate Mattress Topper, $42 (was $100) at Amazon
- COZSINOOR Queen Size Bed Pillows, $31 (was $110) at Amazon
- Clara Clark Bed Sheets Set, $19 (was $61) at Walmart
- Beppter Home & Garden Bath Towels, $17 (was $44) at Walmart
Beauty, Skincare and Self-Care Products
Skincare gift sets, candles in holiday scents and stocking stuffer-sized hand creams tend to be deeply discounted during after-Christmas sales. Plus, national beauty brands run major sales in January. Last year, Ulta Beauty offered 50% off skincare products for the first three weeks of the new year.
Victoria’s Secret has been known to put beauty items on sale for as much as 60% off, while Bath & Body Works is renowned for the deep discounts that run from Dec. 26 through mid-January during its Semi-Annual Sale.
- Pureology Hydrate Shampoo, $72 (was $90) at Ulta
- Eucalyptus Spearmint 3-Wick Candle, $12 (was $24) at Bath & Body Works
- Bombshell Paris Perfume, $25 (was $60) at Victoria’s Secret
- Kate Somerville DeliKate Recover Cream, $38 (was $76) at Sephora
- BeautyBlender Enchanted Beauty Essentials Beauty Blender Set, $45 (was $50) at Sephora
- Estee Lauder Beautiful Magnolia Deluxe Fragrance Trio, $115 (was $164) at Saks Fifth Avenue
Winter Clothes
The best time to buy a coat is during the first few months of the year. That’s when about 90% of all winter clearance sales happen, and the prices drop by up to 75%. Look for deep discounts at clothing retailers that sell winter apparel, such as The Gap, Eddie Bauer, T.J. Maxx and The Children’s Place, among many others.
- Curvy Extra High-Waisted Cut-Off Wide-Leg Jeans, $27 (was $55) at Old Navy
- Taylor Relaxed Suit Blazer for Women, $20 (was $50) at Old Navy
- Mercer Collective Grace Wrap Double-Face Wool Coat, $450 (was $750) at Saks Fifth Avenue
- Theory Sleeveless Wool-Blend Knee-Length Dress, $236 (was $525) at Saks Fifth Avenue
- Aerie Beyond Chenille Sweater, $26 (was $65) at Aerie
- Aerie The Chill Crew Sweatshirt, $22 (was $55) at Aerie
Laptops
Holiday deals on computers are enticing, but if you’re looking for a laptop, wait until January. Retailers need to clear out their inventory, so laptop prices average about 10% less than in December. Laptop prices also go down on holiday weekends, making the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday weekend a particularly good time to shop.
- Lenovo Slim 3 Chromebook 14″ FHD Touch-Screen Laptop, $219 (was $319) at Best Buy
- HP Envy 2-in-1 15.6″ Full HD Touch-Screen Laptop, $500 (was $920) at Best Buy
- MacBook Air 13.3″ Laptop, $750 (was $1000) at Best Buy
- HP 15.6″ FHD Laptop, $329 (was $399) at Walmart
Before you buy, compare January laptop prices from Best Buy, Staples and Walmart, among other big box stores.
Jennifer has written features and essays for over a dozen magazines, including American Baby, Cosmo, Cosmo Girl, Fit Pregnancy, Good Housekeeping, Health, Marie Claire, Parents, Parenting, Redbook, Self, Teen People, TV Guide, and YM. More.
