Texas Sales Tax Holiday 2027
Texas's 2027 Sales Tax Holiday (back to school) runs Friday, August 6 to Sunday, August 8, 2027. Texas has 3 sales tax holidays; all are listed below.
Next Texas sales tax holiday
Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday
Saturday, April 24 to Monday, April 26, 2027 · 165 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.
Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday
2027 dates
Saturday, April 24 to Monday, April 26, 2027
3 days, from the rule set in law
2026 dates (for reference)
Saturday, April 25 to Monday, April 27, 2026
3 days
When it happens: From 12:01 a.m. on the Saturday before the last Monday in April through midnight on that Monday.
What qualifies and the price limits
| Item | Price limit |
|---|---|
| Portable generators | Under $3,000 |
| Storm protection devices (such as hurricane shutters) and emergency ladders | Under $300 |
| Other emergency supplies (household batteries, fuel containers, flashlights, coolers, tarps, first aid kits) | Under $75 |
Are local taxes included?
Yes. The Comptroller counts the savings in state and local sales tax.
Good to know
- Not included: vehicle and boat batteries, camping stoves and supplies, chainsaws, plywood, extension ladders, stepladders and tents.
Legal basis: Texas Tax Code §151.3565. Sources: Texas Comptroller: Sales tax holiday for emergency supplies, April 25-27 (2026); Tex. Tax Code §151.3565 (statute text). Checked November 6, 2026.
ENERGY STAR and Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holidays
2027 dates
Saturday, May 29 to Monday, May 31, 2027
3 days, from the rule set in law
2026 dates (for reference)
Saturday, May 23 to Monday, May 25, 2026
3 days
When it happens: Memorial Day weekend: from 12:01 a.m. on the Saturday before the last Monday in May through 11:59 p.m. on Memorial Day.
What qualifies and the price limits
| Item | Price limit |
|---|---|
| ENERGY STAR air conditioners | $6,000 or less |
| ENERGY STAR refrigerators | $2,000 or less |
| Other ENERGY STAR products (ceiling fans, light bulbs, dishwashers, dehumidifiers, clothes washers) | No price limit |
| WaterSense products, and (for residential use) soaker and drip hoses, irrigation moisture controls, mulch, plants, trees and grasses | No price limit |
Are local taxes included?
Yes. The Comptroller counts the savings in state and local sales tax.
Legal basis: Texas Tax Code §151.333 (ENERGY STAR) and §151.338 (water-efficient products). Sources: Texas Comptroller: Sales tax holidays for water-efficient and ENERGY STAR products set for May 23-25 (2026); Tex. Tax Code §151.333 (statute text); Texas Comptroller: Sales Tax Holidays FAQ. Checked November 6, 2026.
Sales Tax Holiday (back to school)
2027 dates
Friday, August 6 to Sunday, August 8, 2027
3 days, as published by the state
2026 dates (for reference)
Friday, August 7 to Sunday, August 9, 2026
3 days
When it happens: From 12:01 a.m. on the first Friday in August through midnight the following Sunday.
What qualifies and the price limits
| Item | Price limit |
|---|---|
| Most clothing and footwear | Under $100 per item |
| Student backpacks (including wheeled backpacks and messenger bags) | Under $100 per item |
| School supplies on the Comptroller’s list | Under $100 per item |
Are local taxes included?
Yes. The Comptroller counts the savings in state and local sales tax.
Good to know
- Delivery and handling charges count toward the $100 limit.
- Accessories such as jewelry, handbags and watches, and clothing rentals, are not included.
Legal basis: Texas Tax Code §151.326, as amended by SB 1415 (2025) to the first Friday in August. Sources: Texas Comptroller: Publication 98-490, Sales Tax Holiday (lists Aug. 6-8, 2027); Texas Comptroller: Expected savings during Texas Sales Tax Holiday, Aug. 7-9 (2026); Texas Legislature: SB 1415 (89th Legislature), enrolled text. Checked November 6, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Texas tax-free weekend in 2027?
The Sales Tax Holiday (back to school) runs Friday, August 6 to Sunday, August 8, 2027. From 12:01 a.m. on the first Friday in August through midnight the following Sunday.
What is tax-free during the Texas Sales Tax Holiday (back to school)?
Most clothing and footwear: under $100 per item. Student backpacks (including wheeled backpacks and messenger bags): under $100 per item. School supplies on the Comptroller’s list: under $100 per item.
Are local sales taxes included in Texas?
Yes. The Comptroller counts the savings in state and local sales tax.
When was the Texas sales tax holiday in 2026?
Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday: Saturday, April 25 to Monday, April 27, 2026. ENERGY STAR and Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holidays: Saturday, May 23 to Monday, May 25, 2026. Sales Tax Holiday (back to school): Friday, August 7 to Sunday, August 9, 2026.
About these dates
Dates, items and price limits were checked against the Texas 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.