Costco Sale Dates (2025) | Year-Round Sales Calendar

Costco's Black Friday sale runs from November 28 to December 1, with the main Holiday Savings Event starting earlier on November 17 through December 1. You'll find discounts on electronics, TVs, laptops, appliances, jewelry, and more.

Thanksgiving Day (November 27) features online-only deals since warehouses are closed. Cyber Monday (December 1) offers exclusive one-day online promotions, especially on electronics.

Instant Savings are monthly member-only deals that automatically apply at checkout—no physical coupons needed. These coupon books run for about 26 days (usually Wednesday to Sunday) and feature discounts on groceries, electronics, household items, and more.

Your membership card is scanned at checkout and the savings are automatically deducted from the regular warehouse price.

Gold Star membership costs $65 per year and gives you access to all Costco warehouses, gas stations, and services. Executive membership costs $130 per year and includes everything in Gold Star plus 2% back on purchases (up to $1,250 annually), early warehouse access starting at 9 a.m., and extra discounts on Costco services.

You need to spend at least $3,250 annually for Executive to pay for itself.

Yes, Costco can look up your purchase history using your membership card, so returns without receipts are possible. Most items have no time limit thanks to their 100% satisfaction guarantee.

The best time is around 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday midweek—shelves are restocked and crowds are light. For markdowns on housewares and Manager's Specials, get there right when doors open (usually 9-10 a.m.).

Shop on the first day of monthly coupon sales (typically Wednesday) to find all discounted items in stock before they sell out.

Yes, Costco releases a monthly Instant Savings coupon book that runs for about 26 days with sales on various categories. These typically start on a Wednesday and end on a Sunday.

Between monthly sales, Costco also posts weekly product specials and “Hot Buys” with irregular start dates. Check their website, app, or sign up for email alerts to stay updated on current deals.

The biggest events are the Holiday Savings Event (November 17 – December 1) which includes Black Friday and Cyber Monday, plus the Early Season Event (October 31 – November 16).

Thanksgiving Day features online-only deals when warehouses are closed. Throughout the year, expect regular Instant Savings coupon books every 1-2 months with rotating deals on different product categories.

Executive members get 2% back on most purchases, with a maximum annual reward of $1,250 (which means $62,500 in spending). If you spend $3,250 per year, you'll earn $65 back—enough to cover the membership upgrade cost.

Spend $6,000 yearly and you'll get $120 back, doubling your membership fee. Rewards come as a certificate that must be used at Costco.

No, Costco does not offer price matching between their online and in-store prices. In-store prices are nearly always lower than online prices, especially for furniture and big-ticket items.

Throughout the year, expect regular rotating sales on groceries, personal care items, household goods, paper products, and electronics. Seasonal transitions bring clearance sales with discounts.

The monthly Instant Savings coupon books cycle through different categories, so popular items like snacks, kitchen goods, and appliances go on sale every few months.