🎄 Post-Christmas Markdown Schedule: How Vegans Can Save Big After the Holidays
The holidays may be over, but the best deals of the season are just beginning. If you know when to shop, post-Christmas markdowns can be a goldmine—especially for pantry items, baking supplies, storage, candles, décor, and even vegan food finds.
Below is a general after-Christmas markdown schedule, based on historical patterns. Exact timing may vary by store and location, but this gives you a solid roadmap for smart, intentional shopping.
🛍️ Major Store Post-Christmas Markdown Schedules
❤️ CVS
- Dec 26: 50% off
- Jan 5: 75% off
💡 Look for: plant-based candy, gift sets, candles, storage containers, holiday-specific items
🛒 Kohl’s
- Dec 26: 30–70% off
- Jan 14: 70% off
💡 Look for: kitchen tools, food storage, small appliances, holiday-specific items
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🏠 Lowe’s
- Dec 9: 50% off
- Dec 18: 75% off
- Dec 24 – Jan 20: 75–90% off
💡 Look for: storage bins, organization, planters, holiday-specific items
✂️ Michaels
- Dec 3: 60% off
- Dec 18: 70% off
- Feb 6: 80% off
💡 Look for: baking supplies, food containers, DIY pantry labels, holiday-specific items
🎨 Hobby Lobby
- Sept 1: 50% off (holiday items begin)
- Dec 15: 60% off
- Dec 29: 70% off
- Jan 2: 90% off
💡 Look for: baking décor, jars, containers, DIY supplies, holiday-specific items
🎯 Target
- Dec 18: 70% off (limited items)
- Dec 26: 50–70% off (all holiday)
- Dec 30: 90% off
💡 Look for: vegan chocolates, oat milk creamers, holiday snacks, holiday specific items
Shop Online Clearance – Shop the BIG Target Clearance Event going on now with savings up to 50%
🔧 The Home Depot
- Dec 18: 50% off
- Dec 26 – Jan 2: 50–75% off
💡 Look for: storage, shelving, glass jars, holiday-specific items
Shop Online Clearance: Up to 75% Off NOW on Select Home Depot Holiday Decorations
💊 Walgreens
- Dec 26: 50% off
- Jan 2: 70% off
- Jan 5: 80% off
💡 Look for: vegan candy, pantry containers, gift tins, holiday-specific items
🛍️ Walmart
- Dec 18: 20–50% off
- Dec 26: 50% off
- Jan 1: 75% off
- Jan 6: 90% off
💡 Look for: plant-based baking items, snacks, storage, holiday-specific items
🌱 Additional Post-Holiday Markdown Categories to Watch
🛍️ Amazon Clearance
- Big Savings on Christmas storage: tree, ornament, gift wrap etc.
- Winter Sale up to 40% Off
- BIG Amazon Holiday Closeout Sale Going on Now!
Even if a store isn’t listed above, these categories almost always go on clearance:
🕯️ Candles & Home Fragrance
- 50–90% off between Dec 26–Jan 10
🍪 Baking Supplies
- Cookie cutters, sprinkles, food coloring
- Vegan baking mixes & ingredients
🧺 Storage & Organization
- Glass jars, bins, baskets (great for pantry resets!)
🎁 Gift Sets
- Tea, coffee, snacks, beauty (check labels for vegan items)
❄️ Seasonal Foods
- Plant-based chocolates
- Holiday-flavored nut milks & creamers
- Specialty vegan desserts
💡 Penny Pantry Pro Tips
- ✔️ Clearance prices often drop weekly
- ✔️ Endcaps and seasonal aisles hide the best deals
- ✔️ Check labels—many “holiday” items are vegan
- ✔️ Stock up on shelf-stable items you’ll use all year
🌿 Final Note
All dates are based on last year’s markdown patterns and may vary by location. When in doubt, ask a store associate or scan items with the store app for hidden discounts.
Happy bargain hunting—and happy plant-based living 💚
— The Penny Pantry
