Target Christmas Clearance Dates to Watch in 2026
Track Dec. 26 for Target seasonal markdowns and plan around the Dec. 25 closure to shop early.
Watch December 26, 2026, for Target Christmas clearance, or reduced prices on leftover seasonal goods. Target stores close December 25 and reopen December 26, so that reopening day is the date to plan around. Christmas clearance means seasonal items marked down after the holiday for post-holiday shoppers.
Target Corporation said the December 2024 clearance covered clothing, shoes, beauty, toys and holiday decor at up to 50% off while supplies last, as described in Target's December 2024 holiday clearance release. That supply limit means choice shrinks as shoppers buy.
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What is marked down on December 26?
The December 2024 event focused on five everyday seasonal groups. They were clothing, shoes, beauty, toys and holiday decor. Shoppers looking for gifts, dress clothes, or decorations could see reductions in those aisles.
The markdown ceiling was up to 50% off. Up to 50% means some items cost half price while others cost less off. While supplies last means popular sizes and toys can sell out first.
Why does December 25 change your plan?
Target Corporation noted that stores close December 25 and reopen December 26, as described in Target's December 2010 after-Christmas details. No in-store clearance shopping happens on Christmas Day itself. That closure makes December 26 the first chance to see clearance shelves in person.
Travel, childcare, and store opening times matter that morning. Plan the trip for December 26 rather than December 25.
Why point to December 26 again?
Target Corporation used the same December 26 start in December 2023 for its clearance run on clothing, shoes, beauty, toys and more at up to 50% off, as described in Target's December 2023 clearance run release. Two straight years with the same start date gives a clear pattern. A repeated start does not set 2026 store hours or stock.
It does tell readers which date to watch first. Put December 26 at the top of the watch list.
How do supply limits affect choices?
Clearance goods are leftovers, not restocked seasonal lines. While supplies last means early shoppers see more sizes, colors, and toy options. Later shoppers see picked-over shelves.
Use a short plan to stay focused: Bring that short list on December 26 and check prices before you check out.
- List needed clothing sizes, toy ages, and decor items before December 26.
- Visit early on December 26 for wider choice.
- Compare shelf tags with register prices before checkout.