Maryland Sales Tax Holiday 2027
Maryland's 2027 Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week runs Sunday, August 8 to Saturday, August 14, 2027.
Next Maryland sales tax holiday
Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week
Sunday, August 8 to Saturday, August 14, 2027 · 271 days away
Exact countdown:
Calculated as of November 10, 2026 (UTC). Countdown to 12:00 a.m. on the first day, in your time zone.
Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week
2027 dates
Sunday, August 8 to Saturday, August 14, 2027
7 days, from the rule set in law
2026 dates (for reference)
Sunday, August 9 to Saturday, August 15, 2026
7 days
When it happens: The 7-day period from the second Sunday in August through the following Saturday.
What qualifies and the price limits
| Item | Price limit |
|---|---|
| Clothing and footwear | $100 or less per item |
| Backpacks and bookbags | The first $40 of the price is tax-free |
Are local taxes included?
Maryland has no local sales tax; the 6% state sales tax is waived on qualifying items.
Good to know
- Accessories (jewelry, watches, handbags, scarves, ties), protective gear, alterations and sewing materials are not included.
Legal basis: Md. Code, Tax-General ยง11-228(b). Sources: Comptroller of Maryland: Tax-Free Week FAQs (2026); Comptroller of Maryland: News release, August 7, 2026. Checked November 6, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Maryland tax-free weekend in 2027?
The Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week runs Sunday, August 8 to Saturday, August 14, 2027. The 7-day period from the second Sunday in August through the following Saturday.
What is tax-free during the Maryland Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week?
Clothing and footwear: $100 or less per item. Backpacks and bookbags: the first $40 of the price is tax-free.
Are local sales taxes included in Maryland?
Maryland has no local sales tax; the 6% state sales tax is waived on qualifying items.
When was the Maryland sales tax holiday in 2026?
Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week: Sunday, August 9 to Saturday, August 15, 2026.
About these dates
Dates, items and price limits were checked against the Maryland sources linked above on November 6, 2026. Where the law fixes the timing, the 2027 dates are worked out from that rule; where the state sets them each year, we show them once the state publishes them. Legislatures can change a holiday at any time, and some retailers do not have to take part, so confirm with the state or the store before you shop. This page is for information only, not tax or legal advice.