Everything You Need To Know About Amazon's 2026 Spring Sale

Is Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, a seven-day shopping event that promises discounts of up to 40% on thousands of items coming back in 2026? We sure hope so, because we found some incredible deals last year, and we’d expect even more in 2026, as many retailers are leaning hard on special sales to juice business. Here’s everything we know so far, with more to come. And make sure to check back in because we’ll be posting all the best deals from the sale right here!

When Is the 2026 Amazon Spring Sale?

Amazon’s 2025 Spring Sale ran from March 25th through March 31 last year. The 25th was a Tuesday, so if we had to predict, 2026’s start day will probably be during a similar time frame. Amazon hasn’t officially confirmed this, but we’ve got it on the calendar and will adjust plans if necessary.

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When Do Spring Sales Really Start?

Although the 2025 Amazon sale began on March 25th, discounts were available before then. We saw pre-game offers hit Amazon the week before the sale began. Other retailers often announce their own competing sales at the same time, so we’d keep an eye on Best Buy and Walmart. We’ll cover all of them and compare prices and offers to ensure you’re getting the best possible deal.

What Types of Deals Can I Find in the Amazon Spring Sale?

It’s Amazon, so there’s going to be deals on everything. Last year, some of the most top-shopped items among PCMag readers were Apple’s second-generation AirPods Pro, along with the AirPods 4, a variety of Echo smart speakers, robot vacuums from iRobot, and well-reviewed smart TVs from TCL. Amazon sales let big brands drop prices lower than they normally do. Apple’s iPads and new MacBook Air models should also see a discount.

Do I Need to Be an Amazon Prime Member to Shop the Deals?

Absolutely not. Amazon’s yearly Prime Day sale in the summer has membership-restricted offers, but the Spring Sale is open to all Amazon shoppers. That’s not to say that Prime members don’t still get free shipping and the other perks that come with the service. In addition, last year, Amazon emblazoned some products with special “Prime Spring Deal” badges that offered exclusive offers to Prime members. If you want to know more about Amazon Prime and whether it’s worth the cost, we have an up-to-date review here.

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How Can I Get a Free Amazon Prime Membership?

Even though the discounts are universal during the Spring Sale, the free shipping and other perks with Prime are pretty tempting. We have a complete guide to five ways to avoid paying for Amazon Prime, with the most common method being the 30-day free trial for new members. You can cancel at no cost at any time before the 30 days expire, which means a month of free shipping for zero dollars. If you’ve ever had Prime, even another trial, on your Amazon account before, you’re not eligible for the offer. If you’re enrolled in high school or continuing education, an Amazon Student subscription offers the same benefits with a 6-month free trial for just $69 a year. EBT or Medicaid recipients can also subscribe for a lower price.

How Long Will Amazon’s Spring Sale Deals Last?

Last year’s Spring Sale lasted seven days, and we’d bet on that being the sweet spot. Hopefully, that means the company doesn’t have to run a deals event on April Fool’s Day, which could be troubling. That said, sometimes deals do straggle on for a few days, and we typically keep up a listing of sale items for a little while after the event officially ends, along with a selection of the most popular items we saw discounts on for late shoppers.