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Texas Tax Free Weekend 2026.

Texas has multiple 2026 tax-free periods, including the major August back-to-school sales tax holiday and separate emergency-preparedness and water-efficient product events.

Primary 2026 event

Texas Annual Sales Tax Holiday

August 7-9, 2026

Confirmed

Eligible categories to check

ClothingFootwearSchool suppliesBackpacks

Price-limit notes

  • Most qualifying items must be priced under $100.

Status note

Date is listed by the Texas Comptroller for 2026.

Other Texas 2026 tax-free events.

Texas Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday

April 25-27, 2026

Confirmed

Date is listed by the Texas Comptroller for the 2026 emergency preparation supplies holiday.

Official verification

Use the state source as the final authority.

This page is designed for planning. The final check should be the official Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts page, especially for online purchases, local taxes, and category limits.

Source

Texas Comptroller sales tax holiday publication

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

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Texas Tax Free Weekend FAQ.

When is Texas Tax Free Weekend 2026?

The main Texas back-to-school sales tax holiday is August 7-9, 2026. Texas also has a separate emergency-preparedness tax holiday in April.

What qualifies during the Texas back-to-school sales tax holiday?

Common qualifying categories include clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks, usually with a price limit under $100 per qualifying item.

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