Since July is fast approaching, I thought I would remind everyone that Target will be “reseting” their departments in July and August. When they do this, they clear out alot of the items to make way for the new, one of the largest markdowns happens in the toy section. The 75% off toy markdown happened last year on July 29 and 30th. This will give us some idea of when it will happen this year. If you aren’t familiar with the BIG Target toy clearance, I have put this post together to explain all the details for you. To get an idea of the deals you can find, you can check out the items that I picked up at the clearance last July HERE.
The Basics
Target follows a markdown schedule, they will markdown each department on a certain day. The markdowns usually go 30%, 50% and then 75% (only holiday/seasonal items go 90% off). Twice a year each department will get “reset”. This means that they will bring in a ton of new merchandise for the next season. So, the toy department will get reset in January, to make way for the upcoming spring and summer toys. They toys also get reset in July/August to get ready for the holiday seasons toys. I have a post explaining the markdown system in detail, you can read it HERE.
The Specifics of the Toy Department Markdown
Generally, they will start condensing all the clearance toys to one or two aisles. I have noticed that they have already started doing this at a few of the Target’s near me. . Last year the markdown took place on July 29 and 30th. The markdown will probably happen on a Wednesday or Thursday, because that is generally the markdown day for the toy department.
Keeping Informed
I do my best to keep you informed of when the markdown has taken place. If you don’t want to miss the sale I would check in during the morning hours when it gets closer to the sale taking place. I check the message boards around 7:00 am (PST) and post what I have learned. You can subscribe to my blog and have the email updates emailed to you. The quickest way to find out the details is to become a fan of Thrifty and Thriving on Facebook. I will post on Facebook as soon as I know the sale has started.
More details Next Week: I will be sharing some tips to help you make the most out of the BIG Target clearance sale.
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Thanks Christy. I was at Target today and my Target also has 30% on toys.
Thanks! Would love to be reminded when this will happen.
Thanks Christy! I was at my Target today and noticed some toys at 50% off already. The clearance items are still sporadic down every aisle. I am holding out for 75%!
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