When Does Back to School Season Start?
Back to School shopping season typically ramps up around mid-August, with most schools starting classes in late August or early September. It's one of the biggest retail seasons of the year outside the winter holidays, second only to the holiday shopping season in overall spending.
Back to School Shopping List
Backpacks, school supplies, and laptops or tablets are the top purchase categories each year, with many families waiting for tax-free weekends or back-to-school sales. We've gathered popular picks below.