IKEA's current and upcoming main offers in 2026. Dates and deals may change – check the official site at www.ikea.com for the latest updates.

IKEA Sale Calendar 2026

Quick Monthly Sales Summary

For quick reference, here is the simplified version of the calendar below:

Winter Sale ContinuesThrough Mid-January
New Lower Price RolloutOngoing
Last Chance ClearanceOngoing
IKEA Family Member OffersOngoing
Second-Hand & As-Is CornerOngoing
Summer Sale LaunchLate May
Student Discount Window OpensLate May
Summer Sale ContinuesThrough June 30
Reduced to ClearOngoing
Last Chance & Outlet StockOngoing
Student Discount ContinuesThrough September
UK Student VouchersLate August Onward
IKEA Family RefreshMid-September
Halloween Seasonal CollectionThrough Mid-October
Selected Products Up to 40% OffOngoing
Black Friday OffersLate November
Buyback FridayLate November
Winter Sale BeginsEarly to Mid-December
VIEW OFFERS
❄️

January

Winter Sale Continues
Through Mid-January
The Winter Sale runs into January at U.S. stores. Exact dates shift by location and year.
USIn-Store
New Lower Price Rollout
Ongoing
Stores cut prices on core home items. Germany's site lists cuts up to 40% on selected products.
GermanyIn-StoreOnline
VIEW OFFERS
🏷️

February

Last Chance Clearance
Ongoing
Discontinued items get marked down until they sell out. Active in the U.S., Sweden, and Germany.
GlobalIn-Store
VIEW OFFERS
🌱

March

IKEA Family Member Offers
Ongoing
Members get rotating discounts on furniture and home basics. Products and terms change often.
GlobalIn-StoreOnline
VIEW OFFERS
♻️

April

Second-Hand & As-Is Corner
Ongoing
Ex-display and returned pieces sell at reduced prices. Sweden runs its Second Chance corner; the UK has its own buy-and-sell option.
Sweden / UKIn-Store
VIEW OFFERS
☀️

May

Summer Sale Launch
Late May
The previous event ran May 27 through June 30 at participating U.S. stores, in-store only while supplies lasted.
USIn-Store
Student Discount Window Opens
Late May
Verified students save 15% at IKEA U.S. The window has run from late May through September.
USOnline
VIEW OFFERS
🛋️

June

Summer Sale Continues
Through June 30
Furniture, lighting, and kitchen items stay discounted at the same participating U.S. stores.
USIn-Store
Reduced to Clear
Ongoing
The UK site runs a dedicated clearance section for markdown furniture and décor.
UKIn-StoreOnline
VIEW OFFERS
📦

July

Last Chance & Outlet Stock
Ongoing
Mid-year clearance clears floor space for fall arrivals. Selection depends on the store.
GlobalIn-Store
VIEW OFFERS
🎒

August

Student Discount Continues
Through September
The U.S. student offer runs through September 30. Verification happens online.
USOnline
UK Student Vouchers
Late August Onward
Verified students get a coupon worth £10 or £20, depending on spend. Valid online and in-store.
UKOnlineIn-Store
VIEW OFFERS
🍂

September

IKEA Family Refresh
Mid-September
New member percentages roll out on selected categories. Sweden's site shows fresh cycles roughly every two weeks.
SwedenGlobalOnline
VIEW OFFERS
🎃

October

Halloween Seasonal Collection
Through Mid-October
The KUSTFYR Halloween line gets a 20% member discount at U.S. stores. It's a limited seasonal run.
USOnlineIn-Store
Selected Products Up to 40% Off
Ongoing
Germany's offers page features rotating percentage cuts on selected furniture. In-store only.
GermanyIn-Store
VIEW OFFERS
🛒

November

Black Friday Offers
Late November
IKEA Family members get in-store, limited-time savings. Canada's past event ran November 20 through 30.
USCanadaIn-StoreOnline
Buyback Friday
Late November
Germany's alternative to Black Friday raises trade-in value on used furniture instead of cutting new prices.
GermanyIn-Store
VIEW OFFERS
🎁

December

Winter Sale Begins
Early to Mid-December
The previous U.S. event started December 10 and ran into January. Dates and stock vary by store.
USIn-Store

Reference Guide

Promotion Types
Major Sale (Summer & Winter)
Winter Sale
Family Offers & Second-Hand
Student & Summer Offers
Fall & Student Offers
Last Chance / Outlet
Black Friday / Holiday
Availability
Global: Active across most markets
US: United States only
International: Sweden, Germany, UK, or Canada
In-Store: Physical warehouse showrooms only
Online: Website & mobile app orders
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IKEA Sale Intensity by Month 2026

Bar length shows how much confirmed IKEA sale activity each month carries, based on verified store campaigns. Tap or hover a bar for details.

Jan
High
The Winter Sale carries into January at US stores. Germany keeps rotating cuts on core home items.
Feb
Low
Last Chance racks clear out discontinued stock across the US, Sweden, and Germany.
Mar
Low
Family members unlock shifting discounts on furniture and home basics worldwide.
Apr
Low
Sweden's Second Chance corner and the UK's resale option list gently used pieces at cut rates.
May
High
US stores launch the Summer Sale and open the 15% student discount window.
Jun
High
The Summer Sale rolls on at US stores while the UK's Reduced to Clear section stays active.
Jul
Low
Outlet and Last Chance stock thin out ahead of fall arrivals.
Aug
Medium
The US student offer runs into September. UK students claim a £10 or £20 voucher on top.
Sep
Medium
Sweden refreshes its Family discounts roughly every two weeks this month.
Oct
Medium
US shoppers see Halloween-themed KUSTFYR markdowns. Germany cuts select prices up to 40%.
Nov
High
Black Friday savings hit the US and Canada. Germany runs its Buyback Friday trade-in boost instead.
Dec
High
The Winter Sale opens at US stores in mid-December and carries into the new year.
High: flagship seasonal sale
Medium: confirmed regional offer
Low: standing deal programs only
IKEA sale intensity and confirmed events by month
MonthIntensity LevelEvent CountDetails
JanuaryHigh2The Winter Sale carries into January at US stores. Germany keeps rotating cuts on core home items.
FebruaryLow1Last Chance racks clear out discontinued stock across the US, Sweden, and Germany.
MarchLow1Family members unlock shifting discounts on furniture and home basics worldwide.
AprilLow1Sweden's Second Chance corner and the UK's resale option list gently used pieces at cut rates.
MayHigh2US stores launch the Summer Sale and open the 15% student discount window.
JuneHigh2The Summer Sale rolls on at US stores while the UK's Reduced to Clear section stays active.
JulyLow1Outlet and Last Chance stock thin out ahead of fall arrivals.
AugustMedium2The US student offer runs into September. UK students claim a £10 or £20 voucher on top.
SeptemberMedium1Sweden refreshes its Family discounts roughly every two weeks this month.
OctoberMedium2US shoppers see Halloween-themed KUSTFYR markdowns. Germany cuts select prices up to 40%.
NovemberHigh2Black Friday savings hit the US and Canada. Germany runs its Buyback Friday trade-in boost instead.
DecemberHigh1The Winter Sale opens at US stores in mid-December and carries into the new year.

IKEA Deals & Sales FAQ

1

Does IKEA run one worldwide sale calendar?

No. Each country sets its own offers. The U.S. has run Summer Sale and Winter Sale events. Germany has used Buyback Friday. Sweden rotates IKEA Family discounts on selected products.

2

Can IKEA refund the difference if a price drops after I buy?

Yes, if the lower price is still running. IKEA Family members get a 90-day price adjustment when the member number was used at checkout. Other purchases get 14 days. You’ll need proof of purchase.

Tip: Store purchases must be adjusted in store. Online orders go through IKEA customer service.
3

Are IKEA sale prices the same online and in store?

Not always. Some Summer Sale and Winter Sale markdowns have been in-store only, while supplies last. IKEA Family offers can run online and in store. Check both before you buy.

4

What is the As-Is section?

As-Is (Second Chance in some markets) sells showroom demos, discontinued stock, and furniture sold back to IKEA. Mix and prices change daily by store. Family members can also browse As-Is Online.

5

Does a sale cancel IKEA delivery fees?

No. Delivery still depends on size, weight, and your address. IKEA Family members can redeem points for money off delivery. Click & Collect lets you pick up an order at the store instead.

6

How does IKEA Buyback & Resell work?

You bring eligible, assembled IKEA furniture back to a participating store. If it passes inspection, you get in-store credit. Items need to be clean, unmodified, and fully functional. Not every category qualifies.

7

Do students get extra IKEA savings?

In the U.S., verified students who are IKEA Family members have been offered extra savings during published student windows. The UK has run its own student offers.

8

What does a New Lower Price tag mean?

It’s a lasting cut on a current product, not a short timed sale. A New Lower Price item isn’t automatically leaving the range. That’s different from Last Chance, which is outgoing stock.

9

Does IKEA discount products for Black Friday?

In the U.S. and Canada, IKEA has run Black Friday savings for Family members on selected products. Germany has used Buyback Friday instead, which raises the trade-in value on eligible used IKEA furniture.

10

What’s the difference between Last Chance and a regular sale?

Last Chance is outgoing or limited stock, sold while it lasts. A regular limited-time offer or Family price is a timed markdown on selected current products.