South Carolina’s tax-free holiday is coming up this weekend + whether your student will be heading back into the classroom or learning virtually this fall, they’ll need supplies to help them put their best foot forward this year. 🤓 With many budgets tightened this year, the tax-free weekend will help you save on the back-to-school essentials.

We’ve got all the details to make back-to-school shopping an A+ experience. ⬇️

🛍️ When is it?

This year’s tax-free holiday is Fri., Aug. 7 through Sun., Aug. 9. During the weekend, many school essentials are exempt from the state’s 6% sales tax (and applicable local taxes).

🛍️ So, what’s exempt?

Generally, clothing, accessories, shoes and footwear, school/art supplies, bed/bath, + computers are tax-exempt. A few examples are: calculators, daily planners, lunch boxes, pens, laptops, printers, apparel, earbuds, swimwear, belts, school uniforms, coats, + more.

🛍️ And what’s NOT exempt?

Here are a few things that are not exempt: Jewelry, sporting equipment, wallets, musical instruments, eyeglasses, furniture, sleeping bags, cell phones, cameras, + items put on layaway.

🛍️ Can anyone take advantage of these deals?

Yup. While parents + students often find great back-to-school deals, anyone can buy items that qualify + save.

🛍️ Can I shop tax-free weekend online?

You bet. Items bought in-store + online are eligible for a tax exemption. Just be sure that the online purchase falls under the eligibility requirements for tax exempt items.

🛍️ What about COVID-19?

In order to stay safe + healthy, the Department of Revenue recommends checking mask policies and utilizing online ordering + curbside pickup.