Virginia’s Jolly Good Sales Tax Holiday

Virginia’s three-day Back-to-School/Hurricane Preparedness sales tax holiday commenced on Friday, August 1 at 12:01 a.m. and continues merrily through Sunday, August 3 until 11:59 p.m.

A Jolly Tax-Free Weekend

During this splendid weekend, shoppers can procure back-to-school essentials and make sound preparations for hurricane season without the burden of state and sales taxes. It’s a rather advantageous moment for those in readiness mode.

Participating Retailers

Every retailer offering these exempt items must join the tax holiday. It’s a grand community effort allowing everyone the chance to partake in this delightful saving event.

Charming Tax-Exempt Items

School Supplies, Clothing, and Footwear:

• Qualified school supplies: $20 or less per item
• Qualified clothing and footwear: $100 or less per item

These categories cover a host of essentials for the young scholars heading back to their studies.

Hurricane and Emergency Preparedness Products:

• Portable generators: $1,000 or less per item
• Gas-powered chainsaws: $350 or less per item
• Chainsaw accessories