Easter & Winter Clearance, FREE Food + More April Sales You Don’t Want to Miss
It’s April, and we’ve rounde up a shower of deals!
Make the most of your April budget! I’ve rounded up the most popular April sales to help you save on your home, baby gear, clearance finds, and more.
Download our convenient and FREE calendar printable to know what to buy before the best April sales end!
Here is a list of notable April 2026 sales:
Shop Lowe’s annual SpringFEST through April 22nd.
Lowe’s SpringFEST is live through April 22nd, so now is the time to save BIG on all the supplies you need for spring and summer. You’ll find discounts on gardening supplies, tools, patio furniture, and more, both in-store and online!
Ready to shop now? These are the top deals we recommend grabbing!
Hip Tip: Lowe’s Rewards members can get two FREE gifts on April 4th. Register now!
Kids can register for a free DIY project at both Home Depot & Lowe’s.
In addition to the big sales in April, both The Home Depot and Lowe’s host Free Kids’ Workshops every month! Online registration is recommended, as spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Here are the upcoming FREE kids workshops for April:
- The Home Depot: Register here for kids to make a Farm Planter on April 4th.
- Lowe’s: Register here for kids to make a Terrarium on April 18th.
Target’s Car Seat Trade-In Event is a great time to stack the 20% off coupon with sales for new baby gear.
Target has historically hosted its super popular Car Seat Trade-In Event in April, where you can trade an old, expired, or damaged car seat for a coupon valid for 20% off one car seat, stroller, or select baby gear item.
In 2025, this event ran from April 14th through April 27th, so we anticipate the next sale to start in the middle of April 2026.
Bookmark our Target Car Seat Trade-In post to learn more, and to be alerted when the deals begin!
Shop the last winter clearance deals before they’re gone.
Whether you’re shopping online or in-store, you’ll see many retailers wrapping up their winter clearance this month and discounting plenty of spring items as they make room for summer. Don’t hold out for better winter deals, because this is about as good as it will get until they’re gone for the year!
Now is the time to score deep discounts on winter jackets, ski gear, sweaters, and more!
Check out the latest men’s, women’s, teens, and kids deals now!
Shop April sales for early Mother’s Day gift ideas.
Mother’s Day is on May 10th, 2026 this year. So in April, you can expect to start seeing early Mother’s Day deals online and in stores! This can include sales on popular items like cards, jewelry, flowers, and plants, so be sure to know what you’re shopping for this year and plan accordingly.
Keep up with the best restaurants for Mother’s Day dinner and the current jewelry deals happening now!
Hip Tip: Check out this FREE printable coupon book for Mom. It would make such a great, inexpensive gift idea!
Shop April’s seasonal produce for the best prices.
When you shop seasonally, you’re likely to get the best prices on produce – especially if you’re shopping at your local farmer’s market.
Here’s a list of some seasonal produce to shop for in April:
- Apples
- Apricots
- Asparagus
- Avocados
- Bananas
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Celery
- Collard Greens
- Garlic
- Herbs
- Kale
- Kiwi
- Lemons
- Lettuce
- Limes
- Mushrooms
- Onions
- Peas
- Pineapples
- Radishes
- Rhubarb
- Spinach
- Strawberries
- Swiss Chard
- Turnips
Hip Tip: Learn how to save money on groceries year-round.
These April National Holidays & events often include sales and freebies:
National Burrito Day is April 3rd, and you may be able to score cheap burritos.
National Burrito Day will be celebrated on April 2nd in 2026, and we expect to see some yummy deals on burritos. In past years, we’ve seen lots of BOGO deals, so plan to bring a friend, clear a spot in the fridge for leftovers, or just show up hungry!
Don’t forget to check in with your favorite local Mexican restaurant, too, as they may be celebrating as well. 🌯
Stay turned to find out what the 2026 National Burrito Day deals are!
Score FREE ice cream at Ben & Jerry’s on Cone Day.
On April 14th from 12 PM to 8 PM local time, Ben & Jerry’s will be offering a FREE scoop of ice cream to celebrate Free Cone Day! You’ll be able to choose any flavor of ice cream and choose between a cup or a cone. Best of all, there’s no purchase necessary!
Head to our Ben and Jerry ice cream post to learn more about this annual tradition.
Easter is April 6th, so be on the lookout for Easter clearance deals shortly after.
In past years, many stores marked seasonal Easter items on clearance before the actual holiday, but the day after Easter will still be the hottest day to score the deepest discounts.
Start checking your favorite stores now to be the first to spot hot Easter decor deals, including some that can be used all spring and summer.
Shop the best Easter deals available now!
Tax Day is April 15th, and there are usually lots of freebies.
Many national restaurant chains traditionally offer Tax Day freebies and deals. In previous years, we’ve seen offers like FREE Kona Ice, a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts for the cost of sales tax, FREE smoothies at Smoothie King, and many more.
Bookmark our Tax Day freebies post to be the first to know when the 2026 deals drop!
Hip Tip: Still need to file your taxes? Check out the best FREE tax filing methods of 2026!
Earth Day is April 22nd, and you can score deals on reusable, eco-friendly, and toxic-free products.
Earth Day is a great day to stock up on eco-friendly items for your home. In previous years, we’ve seen hot deals on some of our favorite products like 25% off Stasher Bags, and you can even expect to see deals on organic food and natural cleaning products!
Bookmark our Earth Day post to find out about the latest deals for 2026, and check out our Clean Series, filled with clean natural products to detox your life!
National Pretzel Day is April 26th, and you do knot want to miss the freebies.
April 26th is National Pretzel Day, and this national food holiday usually includes freebies at popular chains like Auntie Anne’s, Philly Pretzel Factory, and more!
Check out which National Pretzel Day free pretzels you can score in 2026 once the deals are announced!
Hip Tip: Did you know you can score a FREE pretzel at Auntie Anne’s just for signing up for their FREE rewards program? Plus, you’ll score another free pretzel on your birthday! 😍 Head over to our post all about how to get free food to learn more!
April is National Car Care Month, so make sure you’re prepped for all your upcoming road trips.
National Car Care Month is the perfect time of year to check with your local car servicing companies to see if they’re offering any special pricing. Whether you need routine maintenance or new tires, you’re likely to find April Sales for many car-related parts and services. It’s especially great timing for anyone planning a road trip this spring or summer!
Hip Tip: We’ve put together a list of all the places you can score free air for tires!
Don’t miss these other notable free & cheap things in April 2026:
- April 1st – Download the new Cheesecake Factory app, and you’ll receive an offer for a free slice on 4/1!
- April 4th – MyLowe’s Rewards members can get a FREE Puppy Planter & Keychain on 4/4.
- April 7th – Grab a FREE Frosty and fries in-restaurant only at Wendy’s.
- April 11th – Kids can make a FREE frog or bee magnet at the JCPenney Kids Zone.
- Saturdays & Sundays in April – Barnes & Noble will have a FREE children’s story time at select locations.
- Early April – Watch for new FREE Roblox codes to drop towards the beginning of every month.
- Mid-April – My Lowe’s Rewards members may get a chance to register for FREE flowers from Lowe’s.
- Through April 26th – Dairy Queen Rewards members can buy a Blizzard and get a second one for 99¢.
- Through April 28th – Sub Club members get BOGO Footlong Subs when they order through the Subway app or online.
- Every day in April – Score any size order of fries FREE every day w/ a $3 purchase in the Burger King app.
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