11 Best Fourth of July Sales for 2017

Maria Lalonde

Though more often associated with fireworks, flags and franks, the Fourth of July holiday is also characterized by exceptional sales for shoppers.

Every Independence Day season, retailers launch warm-weather blowouts to catch the eye of vacationing shoppers. During the days leading up to the holiday, you can catch deals on seasonal apparel, outdoor gear and other summer goodies. If you have some spare time between grilling and chilling this year, check out these 11 fantastic Fourth of July sales for 2017.

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Macy's
June 28 -- July 4

During the week preceding July 4, Macy's is running a sale on apparel and home goods. The savings event will include these special offers:

-- 20 percent off any order with promo code FOURTH.

-- Up to 50 percent off select activewear pants.

-- Up to 50 percent off summer dresses.

-- Up to 40 percent off contemporary graphic tees.

-- 50 percent off select juniors brands.

-- An extra 20 percent off select outdoor rugs.

JCPenney
June 26 -- July 4

JCPenney never lets the Fourth of July pass without introducing some eye-catching deals. This year, the department store will offer the following promotions:

-- Up to 55 percent off mattresses.

-- An extra 15 percent off select home items.

-- Up to 40 percent off major appliances.

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The Children's Place
June 27 -- July 3

To help outfit youngsters for the season, The Children's Place is holding a sale on summer apparel. Top deals include:

-- Up to 70 percent off summer clothing for toddlers, babies and kids.

-- Up to 70 percent off dresses and rompers.

-- Up to 70 percent off boys' and girls' matchables.

-- 40 percent off new arrivals.

-- 70 percent off all clearance.

-- Free shipping on every order.

Zales
June 23 -- July 4

In honor of the Fourth of July, Zales is running a sale on both fine and fashion jewelry. Highlights from the sale include:

-- Up to 25 percent off engagement and wedding rings.

-- An extra 15 percent off fashion jewelry.

-- Up to 40 percent off the Unstoppable Love Collection.

Home Depot
June 21 -- July 12

Falling smack dab in the middle of home-improvement season, July Fourth is one of the biggest shopping holidays of the year for Home Depot. This year's sale includes the following deals:

-- Up to 40 percent off select refrigerators.

-- Up to 40 percent off select washers and dryers.

-- Up to 40 percent off select microwaves.

-- Up to 30 percent off select dishwashers.

-- Up to 40 percent off select floor care products.

-- Up to 40 percent off laundry pairs.

-- Up to 40 percent off kitchen packages.

-- Free delivery on appliance purchases of $396 or more.

-- Up to 50 percent off patio furniture and accessories.

-- Up to 20 percent off grills and smokers.

-- Up to 20 percent off deck stains and paint sprayers.

Sears
June 27 -- July 8

Sears has kicked off a Fourth of July sale on appliances, apparel, mattresses and more. The event will include the following special offers:

-- Up to 40 percent off appliances.

-- Up to 60 percent off mattresses.

-- Up to 40 percent off tools.

-- Up to 60 percent off tops, shorts and swimwear for the whole family.

-- 50 percent off all men's sandals.

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Kmart
June 25 -- July 8

In honor of the Fourth of July, Kmart is holding a sale on home goods and outdoor gear. Top deals include:

-- Up to 30 percent off major appliances.

-- Up to 30 percent of all grills.

-- Up to 50 percent off all patio furniture.

-- Up to 40 percent off swimwear for the whole family.

-- Up to 30 percent off beach towels.

-- Special pricing on all mountain bikes.

-- Special pricing on all dining furniture.

Dick's Sporting Goods
June 27 -- July 1

Dick's Sporting Goods is commemorating Independence Day with a sale on outdoor gear and apparel. Highlights from the event include:

-- Up to 50 percent off outdoor furniture.

-- Up to 40 percent off select apparel.

-- Up to 50 percent off select bikes with free shipping on select models.

-- Up to 70 percent off clearance footwear, apparel and more.

Sam's Club
June 26 -- July 12

To celebrate Fourth of July, Sam's Club is offering up to $1,700 in savings on home furniture and more. The sale will include these deals:

-- Major appliances as low as $179.98.

-- Home furniture as low as $99.88.

-- Mattresses as low as $224.98.

-- Free shipping on most items.

Bon-Ton
June 26 -- July 5

This year, Bon-Ton is treating customers to sitewide savings. The Fourth of July sale will include the following offers:

-- Up to 60 percent off sitewide.

-- Up to an extra 25 percent off sale-price merchandise.

-- 55 percent off mattresses.

-- An extra 10 percent off mattresses, furniture and rugs.

-- Up to 75 percent off Yellow Dot purchases, plus an extra 30 percent off with promo code DOT30APPARL.

Cabela's
June 22 -- July 5

Cabela's is drawing Fourth of July shoppers with special pricing on outdoor recreation apparel and gear. Notable deals include:

-- 20 percent off North Face and Columbia apparel for the whole family.

-- 40 percent off select men's swimwear.

-- 25 percent off select footwear.

-- 30 percent off Cabela's hoodies, tees and caps for the whole family.

-- 30 percent to 40 percent off select Cabela's clothing for men and women.

-- 10 percent off all in-stock canoes and kayaks.

-- 15 percent off all in-stock canoe and kayak paddles.

Maria Cristina Lalonde, content editor at offers.com, devotes her time to blogging about shopping trends, consumer news and saving money. A graduate of Emerson College with a degree in writing, Maria makes regular appearances in publications like AskMen, Daily Finance and Consumer Reports. You can see more of her work and get tips for saving time and money on her blog at offers.com/blog.