The Ultimate Guide to the 2026 Oklahoma & Texas Tax-Free Weekend!

Whether you live on the Texas side or just across the Red River in Oklahoma, August brings one of the most anticipated shopping events of the year: Tax-Free Weekend!

From Friday, August 7 through midnight Sunday, August 9, 2026, both states are waiving sales tax on a massive variety of back-to-school essentials, clothes, and gear. If you want to maximize your budget before the school bell rings, here is everything you need to know to shop smart in Texoma.

📍 What Qualifies in Oklahoma? July 31st-August 2nd 

Heading north of the river to shop? Oklahoma's tax holiday has a specific focus:

• Clothing & Shoes: Any article of clothing or footwear intended to be worn on the body that costs less than $100 is completely tax-exempt.

• Note: Unlike Texas, Oklahoma’s holiday strictly covers clothing and footwear—accessories, rentals, and traditional school supplies are generally excluded from the tax waiver, though many local retailers run massive parallel sales to compensate!

📍 What Qualifies in Texas? August 7th-9th

Texas is giving shoppers a massive break on school essentials. You can buy qualifying items tax-free from physical stores or online retailers doing business in Texas:

• Clothing & Footwear: Most items priced under $100 qualify.

• School Supplies & Backpacks: Standard school supplies (notebooks, pens, crayons, calculators) and student backpacks priced under $100 are exempt.

• Bonus Tip: There is no limit on the total number of qualifying items you can purchase, as long as each individual item is under the $100 threshold!

💡 Tips for Texoma Shoppers

1. Shop Online: Yes, online purchases qualify! As long as you place and pay for your order during the August 7–9 window, it is tax-free—even if it doesn't ship until later in the month.

2. Support Local Texoma Businesses: Skip the massive Dallas or OKC traffic and shop right here in Denison, Sherman, and Durant. Our local boutiques and retailers are fully stocked and ready.

At the Pena Properties Team, we love helping you save money—whether it’s finding hidden value in the real estate market or making the most of community events like this.

👉 Planning a move to the Texoma area before the new school year? Contact the Pena Properties Team today to find your dream home in the perfect neighborhood!