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🆕 Lowe’s Labor Day Sale · August 27–September 9, 2026
Best Labor Day Sales
of 2026
📋 49 Editor-Curated Picks
🏗 Lowe’s · Academy · Best Buy · Home Depot · Amazon
⏱ Up to 40% Off · Ends September 9
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Editorial Overview
Labor Day 2026 runs September 4–9 — six days when appliances, tools, grills, patio furniture, outdoor gear, and electronics all hit their lowest prices of the year. The biggest buying window outside Black Friday for certain categories, and the last realistic shot at summer inventory pricing before fall resets the market.
NME editors went through all of it. These 49 picks hold up to scrutiny across ten categories.
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1
Whirlpool 24.6 cu ft Side-by-Side Refrigerator with Ice & Water Dispenser
Refrigerator · Side-by-Side · 24.6 Cu Ft · Fingerprint Resistant · Lowe’s
Whirlpool’s side-by-side keeps an in-door ice and water dispenser without the premium French-door price. Fingerprint-resistant stainless holds up in a busy kitchen. Marked down $550 to $1,149 (from $1,699) during Lowe’s Labor Day event.
2
LG Craft Ice 27.8 cu ft 4-Door French Door Refrigerator
Refrigerator · French Door · 27.8 Cu Ft · Craft Ice · Lowe’s
LG’s dual Craft Ice maker produces both round-ball and standard cubed ice, and the 4-door layout gives families four to six independently organized zones. Down to $2,199 from $3,699 during Lowe’s Labor Day event.
3
Samsung 30” Electric Range with 5 Burners and Air Fry
Electric Range · 5 Burners · Air Fry · Lowe’s
Samsung’s freestanding electric range folds a built-in air fry mode into the same footprint as a standard range, so there’s no countertop air fryer competing for space. Currently $749, down from $1,099, during Lowe’s Labor Day event.
4
GE 4.8 cu ft Smart Front-Load Washer
Washer · Front Load · 4.8 Cu Ft · Smart/Wi-Fi · Lowe’s
A Wi-Fi-connected front-load washer with 4.8 cu ft of capacity for larger loads. Priced at $799, down from $1,049, as part of Lowe’s Labor Day appliance event.
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GE 7.8 cu ft Stackable Vented Electric Dryer
Electric Dryer · Stackable · 7.8 Cu Ft · Vented · Lowe’s
Sized to stack with a compact washer setup, this vented electric dryer is one of the more modest markdowns of Lowe’s appliance event — $799, down from $829 — but it pairs directly with the washer above for a matched laundry set.
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GE 24” Built-In Dishwasher with Third Rack
Dishwasher · 24” Built-In · Third Rack · Lowe’s
A 24-inch built-in dishwasher with a third rack for flatware and small utensils. Down to $499 from $829 during Lowe’s Labor Day event — one of the larger percentage discounts in the appliance lineup.
7
DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Impact Driver 2-Tool Combo Kit (DCK240C2)
Power Tools · 2-Tool Combo Kit · Lowe’s
DEWALT’s drill/driver and impact driver combo, with 2 batteries, charger, and a soft case included. Down to $179 from $239 (25% off) at Lowe’s for Labor Day.
8
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill/Impact Driver 2-Tool Combo Kit (3697-22)
Power Tools · M18 FUEL · Hammer Drill + Impact Driver · Home Depot
Milwaukee’s brushless hammer drill and impact driver, built for masonry and framing work as much as everyday jobs. Down to $418 from $589 (29% off) — a battery-bundled version also runs $369 (34% off) — on Home Depot’s Labor Day sale.
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CRAFTSMAN V20 6-Tool Cordless Combo Kit (CMCK601D2)
Power Tools · 6-Tool Combo Kit · Lowe’s
A drill/driver, impact driver, reciprocating saw, circular saw, oscillating tool, and work light in one kit, with 2 batteries and a charger included. Down to $249 from $349 (29% off) at Lowe’s.
10
Kobalt 24V Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit, 17-Piece
Power Tools · Oscillating Multi-Tool · Lowe’s
A brushless, variable-speed oscillating tool with 17 accessories and a soft case (bare tool — battery and charger sold separately). Down to $79 from $99 (20% off) at Lowe’s.
11
EGO POWER+ 21” Select Cut Self-Propelled Lawn Mower
Lawn Mower · 56V · Self-Propelled · Select Cut · Amazon
EGO’s 56V arc-lithium battery drives a 21-inch self-propelled mower with Select Cut mulching, and the same battery platform covers 70+ other EGO outdoor tools. Amazon has it at $699, down from $879.99 (20% off), for Labor Day.
12
DEWALT 192-Piece Mechanics Tool Set
Mechanics Set · 192-Piece · SAE & Metric · Amazon
A 192-piece sockets-and-ratchets set covering SAE and metric sizes for general automotive and household repair. Down to $164.99 from $289.99 (43% off) on Amazon for Labor Day.
13
RYOBI 30” Battery Riding Lawn Mower
Riding Mower · 80V Battery · 30” Deck · Home Depot
A battery-powered alternative to a gas riding mower, sold with its battery and charger included. Part of Home Depot’s Labor Day riding mower sale, confirmed running through September 9 — check the current markdown on the product page before buying.
14
Weber Spirit II E-210 2-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill
Gas Grill · 2-Burner · 450 Sq In · Amazon
A compact 2-burner propane grill with 450 sq in of cooking area — Weber’s most accessible gas grill for a small patio or deck. Down to $399 from $549 (about 27% off) on Amazon for Labor Day.
15
Weber Original Kettle 22” Charcoal Grill
Charcoal Grill · 22” · Porcelain-Enameled Bowl · Lowe’s
The classic 22-inch charcoal kettle that most backyard charcoal cooking gets measured against. Lowe’s has it at $99, half off its usual $199, as part of its Labor Day grill event running through September 9.
16
Traeger Ironwood 885 Wi-Fi Wood Pellet Grill
Pellet Grill · 885 Sq In · WiFIRE · Amazon
Traeger’s Ironwood 885 pairs WiFIRE app control with roughly 885 sq in of cooking space — enough for a full brisket or several racks of ribs. The single deepest grill discount found this Labor Day: $1,008, down from $1,499 (33% off), on Amazon.
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Char-Griller AKORN Kamado Charcoal Grill
Kamado Grill · Charcoal · Steel Body · Amazon
A steel-bodied kamado that brings ceramic-kamado-style versatility — smoking, searing, low-and-slow — at a fraction of the price of a ceramic model. Down to $297 from $399 (26% off) on Amazon for Labor Day.
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Blackstone Original 28” XL Griddle with Hard Top & Side Shelf
Griddle · 28” · Removable Hard Top · Academy
A 28-inch flat-top griddle with two independently controlled burners and a removable hard top that converts it into a hooded grill. Academy has it marked to $249.99 from $329.99 ($80 off) under its current Deal Days promotion, running through the Labor Day weekend.
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Weber Jumbo Joe 18” Charcoal Grill
Charcoal Grill · 18” · Portable · Amazon
An 18-inch portable charcoal grill sized for tailgates, camping, and small patios — the second grill that pairs alongside a full-size kettle for Labor Day cookouts. Down to $85 from $99 on Amazon.
20
allen + roth Miles Park 4-Piece Wicker Patio Conversation Set
Patio & Outdoor · Conversation Set · Lowe’s
A loveseat, two C-tables, and an umbrella side table with a rust-resistant steel frame and hand-woven all-weather wicker; cushions included. Down to $499.50 from $999 (50% off) at Lowe’s.
21
allen + roth Rosedale Set of 2 Wicker Swivel Rocker Conversation Chairs
Patio Furniture · Wicker Swivel Rockers · Set of 2 · Lowe’s Exclusive
allen + roth is Lowe’s exclusive patio brand, and this swivel-rocker pair is currently listed around $499 for the set, down from $799 — roughly 38% off — as part of Lowe’s Labor Day patio event.
22
CRAFTSMAN 6-ft x 4-ft Trash Hideaway Lean-To Resin Storage Shed
Patio & Outdoor · Storage Shed · Lowe’s
A low-profile horizontal shed with multi-wall resin panels, a gas-shock lid, and a 3-door locking system — holds two 96-gallon cans or a season’s worth of yard gear. Down to $349 from $469 (26% off) at Lowe’s.
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TIKI 20” Smokeless Huddle Fire Pit
Fire Pit · Smokeless · 20” · Includes Stand · Home Depot
A smokeless wood-burning fire pit that ships with a stand and removable ash pan. Currently $179, down from $199, on Home Depot’s Labor Day fire pit sale.
24
YETI Tundra Haul Portable Wheeled Cooler
Cooler · Wheeled · Rotomolded · Amazon
YETI rarely discounts, which makes this one worth flagging: the wheeled Tundra Haul cooler is $360, down from $450 (20% off), in Amazon’s live Labor Day YETI sale.
25
Pelican Fishing Kayaks — Challenger 100X, Catch Mode 110 & Catch Classic 100
Fishing Kayak · Sit-On-Top · Bundle Offer · Academy
Academy’s fishing kayak lineup from Pelican — the Challenger 100X, Catch Mode 110, and Catch Classic 100 — currently runs $399.99 to $879.99 depending on model, and Academy is bundling 20% off a paddle with any kayak purchase through the Labor Day weekend.
26
Coleman Flatwoods II 4-Person Lightweight Dome Camping Tent
Tent · 4-Person · Dome · 10-Minute Setup · Academy
A 4-person dome tent with Polyguard 2X fabric and a 10-minute setup, sized for a queen bed at its 4’11” center height. Academy has it at $63.99, down from $79.99 (20% off), under its current Deal Days promotion.
27
Coleman Flatwoods II 6-Person Lightweight Dome Camping Tent
Tent · 6-Person · Dome · Academy
The larger sibling to the 4-person Flatwoods II, sized up for families or bigger groups. Academy has it at $79.99, down from $99.99 (20% off).
28
Coleman PerfectFlow 2-Burner Propane Camp Stove
Camp Stove · 2-Burner · PerfectFlow · Academy
A two-burner propane camp stove built to hold a consistent flame in wind and at altitude. Academy has it at $71.99, down from $89.99 (20% off).
29
Black Diamond Storm 450 Headlamp
Headlamp · 450 Lumens · Rechargeable · Academy
A 450-lumen rechargeable headlamp from Black Diamond’s Storm line. Academy has it marked as clearance off its regular $54.95 — the discounted price shows once it’s in your cart.
30
Schwinn Women’s GTX 2.0 700c 21-Speed Dual Sport/Hybrid Bike
Hybrid Bike · 700c Wheels · 21-Speed · Academy
A 700c-wheel hybrid built for mixed road-and-trail riding, with a 21-speed drivetrain. Academy has it at $279.99 under its current 20%-off Deal Days promotion.
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Schwinn Men’s High Plains 27.5” 21-Speed Mountain Bike
Mountain Bike · 27.5” · 21-Speed · Front Suspension · Academy
An aluminum-frame mountain bike with a front suspension fork and Shimano 21-speed drivetrain for all-terrain riding. Academy has it at $279.99 under the same 20%-off promotion.
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Schwinn Women’s Stonybrook 26” 7-Speed Cruiser Bike
Cruiser Bike · 26” · 7-Speed · Academy
A 26-inch, 7-speed comfort cruiser built for easy riding rather than trail performance. Academy has it at $239.99, discounted under its current Deal Days promotion.
33
LG 65” C6 Series OLED evo AI 4K Smart TV
OLED · 65” · 2026 Lineup · Best Buy
LG’s mid-flagship OLED from its refreshed 2026 C6/G6 lineup. Best Buy has it tagged 44% off as part of its official Labor Day TV sale, which runs through September 7.
34
Samsung 65” S90H Series OLED 4K Glare-Free TV
OLED · 65” · Glare-Free · Best Buy
Samsung’s glare-free OLED panel, positioned just below its flagship S95 series. Best Buy has it at $1,599.99, down from $2,699.99 — $1,100 off — as part of its Labor Day OLED TV sale through September 7.
35
LG 65” B6 OLED 4K TV (2026)
OLED · 65” · 2026 Model · Amazon
LG’s more accessible 2026 OLED tier, sitting below the step-up C6 and flagship G6. Amazon has it listed at $1,399.99, down from around $2,000, for Labor Day.
36
Apple MacBook Air 13” (M5, 24GB/1TB)
Laptop · M5 Chip · 24GB RAM · Best Buy
Apple’s current MacBook Air chip is the M5, and this configuration steps up to 24GB of unified memory and a 1TB SSD for users who outgrow the base tier. Best Buy has it tagged as a Labor Day deal at $1,699, down from $1,799.
37
Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones
Over-Ear · Current Flagship · Best Buy
Sony’s current flagship noise-canceling headphone, having succeeded the widely reviewed WH-1000XM5. Best Buy has it at $398, down from $458 ($60 off), for Labor Day.
38
Apple iPad 11-inch with A16 Chip
Tablet · A16 Chip · Best Buy
Apple’s current entry-level iPad, running the A16 chip. Best Buy has it at $399, down from $449 (11% off), as part of its Labor Day tech sale.
39
Zinus 12” Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress — Queen
Memory Foam · Queen · CertiPUR-US · Amazon
Zinus’s green tea and charcoal-infused memory foam mattress, in the 12-inch profile. Down to $249 from $322.99 (23% off) on Amazon, with Labor Day mattress sales typically peaking around September 7.
40
Casper Sleep Original Hybrid Mattress — Queen
Hybrid · Queen · Foam + Coil · Amazon
Casper’s Original Hybrid combines foam comfort layers with a coil support system for more bounce than an all-foam mattress. Amazon has it at $1,196, down from $1,495 ($300 off), for Labor Day.
41
Utopia Bedding Ultra Soft Fleece Bed Blanket — Queen
Fleece Blanket · Queen · Amazon
A velvety flannel-fleece throw blanket — an easy add-on to refresh a bed alongside a mattress purchase. Down to $20 from $24 (17% off) on Amazon for Labor Day.
42
Levi’s 501 Original Fit Men’s Jeans
Men’s Denim · Amazon
The classic straight-leg, button-fly original. Discounted for Labor Day on Amazon, roughly $50 down from a $85 list depending on size and wash.
43
Carhartt Storm Defender Packable Jacket
Men’s Outerwear · Academy
A packable, water-resistant shell from Carhartt’s Storm Defender line — built for shoulder-season weather. Down to $69.99 from $99.99 (30% off) at Academy Sports.
44
Columbia Benton Springs Fleece Jacket
Men’s & Women’s Fleece · Academy
Columbia’s best-selling full-zip fleece — soft, lightweight, and a Labor Day staple. Down to $45.50 from $65 (30% off) at Academy Sports.
45
Nike Run Defy Road Running Shoes
Men’s & Women’s Running · Academy
A cushioned, everyday trainer from Nike’s Run Defy line. Marked down to roughly $45.49–$64.99 at Academy Sports for Labor Day, depending on size and colorway.
46
Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells
Home Gym · Bowflex.com
Each dumbbell adjusts from 5 to 52.5 lbs, replacing 15 sets of weights. Down to $379 from $479 (21% off) direct from Bowflex for Labor Day.
47
Therabody Theragun Mini (3rd Gen)
Recovery · Percussion Massager · Amazon
Therabody’s pocket-sized percussion massager, now in its 3rd generation. Down to $179.99 from $220 (18% off) on Amazon for Labor Day.
48
Therabody Theragun Sense 2
Recovery · Percussion Massager · Amazon
Therabody’s smart percussion device with guided breathing and pressure sensing. Down to $199.99 from $300 (33% off) on Amazon for Labor Day.
49
NordicTrack Commercial 1750 Treadmill
Home Gym · NordicTrack.com
A studio-style smart treadmill with a 10” touchscreen and iFIT compatibility. 20% off plus free shipping (up to a $249 value) direct from NordicTrack for Labor Day.
Shopping Strategy
How to Win Labor Day Sales in 2026
Lowe’s Is the Appliance Move
Lowe’s August 27–September 9 sale with up to 40% off is the single most legitimate deal event of the week across all categories. Free delivery, installation, and haul-away are typically included on qualifying appliance purchases. If any major appliance is on the list, this is the window and Lowe’s is the store.
Academy Is the Outdoor and Sports Move
Academy Sports runs end-of-season clearance on camping gear, kayaks, bikes, grills, fishing equipment, and athletic apparel September 4–9. If any outdoor recreation item is on the list — kayak, paddleboard, golf clubs, fishing combo — Labor Day at Academy is the best pricing window before inventory disappears for the year.
Shop Thursday and Friday, Not Monday
The best appliance and outdoor inventory — specific finishes, high-demand models, floor samples at clearance price — moves in the first 48 hours. Monday is when the deals expire, not when they peak. Thursday, September 4 and Friday, September 5 are the correct buying days for the items most likely to sell through before the weekend.
Buy Appliances in Pairs for the Bundle Discount
Buying a washer and dryer together — or a refrigerator and range together — at Lowe’s during Labor Day typically unlocks a bundle discount on top of the individual sale price. If two appliances are on the list, buying both simultaneously this weekend produces savings that exceed buying each one separately, even at its own best individual price point throughout the year.
Buy the TV Before the First NFL Sunday
NFL regular season begins the week after Labor Day. Retailers use this weekend to clear TV inventory before the holiday push in October. The window between Labor Day and the first NFL Sunday is the lowest-priced TV moment of the fall. Waiting until October means demand is back up and the Labor Day pricing is gone.
Fitness Equipment Is Cheaper Now Than January
New Year’s resolution demand drives fitness equipment prices up in January, not down. Labor Day — when summer fitness interest shifts toward indoor alternatives — is when supply exceeds demand and prices genuinely drop. Treadmills, dumbbells, and rowing machines are cheaper this weekend than they will be on January 2nd when every buyer is shopping simultaneously.
Common Questions
Best Labor Day Sales 2026 — FAQ
When does the Lowe’s Labor Day Sale 2026 start and end?
The 2026 Lowe’s Labor Day Sale runs August 27–September 9, 2026 — up to 40% off appliances, patio furniture, tools, grills, and pool chemicals. Appliance purchases typically include free delivery, installation, and haul-away on qualifying items. The best appliance and patio inventory moves in the first 48 hours, so shopping early in the window is recommended for high-demand items.
Does Academy Sports have a Labor Day sale?
Yes. Academy Sports runs end-of-season Labor Day sales covering camping gear, kayaks, paddleboards, bikes, fishing equipment, grills, and athletic apparel and footwear. Labor Day is one of Academy’s strongest annual sale events as summer outdoor inventory clears before fall. The picks in this guide from Academy carry no NME affiliate arrangement — they are included on editorial merit only.
Is Labor Day or Black Friday better for appliances?
For most major appliances, Labor Day and Black Friday produce comparable savings percentages, but Labor Day has a practical advantage: full inventory selection across all sizes, finishes, and configurations. By Black Friday, certain in-demand models — specific colors, king-size mattresses, or popular refrigerator configurations — may be limited from earlier-year purchases. Labor Day also includes installation and haul-away services that Black Friday promotions don’t always bundle.
What categories have the best Labor Day deals in 2026?
Major appliances at Lowe’s are the strongest Labor Day category by a significant margin. Outdoor and camping gear at Academy Sports is the second strongest — end-of-season clearance on kayaks, grills, bikes, and camping equipment produces the deepest annual discounts in those categories. Mattresses and furniture follow. Power tools at Lowe’s and Home Depot see legitimate head-to-head competition. TVs and electronics drop as retailers clear pre-football-season inventory.
How does NME select its Labor Day picks?
NME evaluates every pick across five criteria: verified product performance and reliability, demonstrated Labor Day discount track record, value at the expected sale price, brand reputation and warranty coverage, and use-case fit for the broadest range of households. Commission rates have no role in selection or ranking order.
🆕 September 4–9. Six Days. Everything on This List.
Appliances at Lowe’s. Kayaks and grills at Academy. Electronics at Best Buy. Mattresses on Amazon. These 49 picks hold up to scrutiny. The Lowe’s sale ends September 9 — and the best inventory moves in the first 48 hours.
