Monthly Archives: July 2018

California Sales Tax Holiday Free Weekend

If you live in California, I have some bad news: California will not be having a sales tax holiday or tax free weekend in 2018. All back to school purchases during July and August will be subject to the normal combined state + county + city sales tax rate. In most areas, the total sales tax is between 8% and 10%.

If you happen to be traveling this summer, these 17 states WILL be holding sales tax holidays: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon have no state sales tax. In Minnesota and Pennsylvania, clothing and footwear are exempt.

Keep your fingers crossed and maybe (hopefully!) your legislators will enact a California sales tax holiday for 2019.

Louisiana Sales Tax Holiday Free Weekend

UPDATED AUGUST 3, 2018:

If you live in Louisiana, I have some bad news: Louisiana will not be having a sales tax holiday or tax free weekend in 2018. The tax and budget deal passed by the legislature will end Louisiana’s state sales tax holidays until at least 2025. All back to school purchases during July and August will be subject to the normal combined state + county + city sales tax rate. In most areas, the total sales tax is between 9% and 10%.

If you happen to be traveling this summer, these 17 states WILL be holding sales tax holidays: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon have no state sales tax. In Minnesota and Pennsylvania, clothing and footwear are exempt.

Georgia Sales Tax Holiday Free Weekend

If you live in Georgia, I have some bad news: Georgia will not be having a sales tax holiday or tax free weekend in 2018. All back to school purchases during July and August will be subject to the normal combined state + county + city sales tax rate. In most areas, the total sales tax is between 6% and 8%.

If you happen to be traveling this summer, these 17 states WILL be holding sales tax holidays: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon have no state sales tax. In Minnesota and Pennsylvania, clothing and footwear are exempt.

Keep your fingers crossed and maybe (hopefully!) your legislators will enact a Georgia sales tax holiday for 2019.

Sonic Drive-In Half Price Shakes After 8PM

Once again, Sonic Drive-In has brought back their popular half price spring and summer shakes promotion! Come in after 8:00PM and get any shake, float, or ice cream slush on the menu at 50% off the regular price. Choose from any of Sonic’s 22 flavors and take your shake for half price. Any shake, any day, 50% off after 8PM. No coupon or secret handshake is required to get this deal. It’s the famous Sonic Nights half price shakes offer!

This 50% off shake promotion is available through September 3, 2018 at participating restaurants. Most Sonic Drive-In locations will be open holiday hours on Labor Day (Monday, September 3.)

The Cheesecake Factory Any Slice Half Price

Here’s an offer that doesn’t come along very often: The Cheesecake Factory is offering Any Slice for HALF PRICE! Your favorite cheesecake at 50% off the regular price for one day only: Monday, July 30. It’s all in celebration of National Cheesecake Day. One official holiday and one day to get 1/2 price cheesecake slices at The Cheesecake Factory. National Cheesecake Day only comes once a year, so mark your calendars now. Don’t miss this special promotion!

Offer valid only on Monday, July 30, 2018 at participating locations. Limit 1 half price cheesecake slice per customer. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Most The Cheesecake Factory locations will be open holiday hours on Labor Day (Monday, September 3.)

White Castle FREE Cheesecake on a Stick

Cheesecake on a Stick? It’s a thing at White Castle! In celebration of National Cheesecake Day, get one FREE with any purchase. Just present this coupon to your server to get the deal. Dipped in fudge and placed carefully on a stick for your enjoyment, the White Castle Cheesecake on a Stick is the perfect way to celebrate National Cheesecake Day. Enjoy it free and grab this tasty summertime treat before they’re all gone.

Offer valid only on Monday, July 30, 2018 at participating restaurants. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional offer. Not valid for online orders. Most White Castle locations will be open holiday hours on Labor Day (Monday, September 3.) Many are open 24 hours.

DQ 2 for $4 Treat Nights

Looking for a decent dessert deal? Dairy Queen introduces 2 for $4 Treat Nights! Come in any evening after 8 to enjoy dipped cones and sundaes at this most appealing price. Mix and match any 2 medium sundaes or 2 medium dipped cones and pay just $4.00. Just in time for summer’s heat, DQ comes through with a special too good to pass up. Bring the whole family and take advantage of DQ’s 2 for $4 treat nights!

Offer valid for a limited time at participating locations. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Most Dairy Queen restaurants will be open holiday hours on Labor Day (Monday, September 3.)

Alaska Sales Tax Holiday Free Weekend

If you live in Alaska, consider yourself fortunate when it comes to taxes. Alaska is one of five states that do not have a sales tax:

– Alaska
– Delaware
– Montana
– New Hampshire
– Oregon

Some cities in Alaska do levy a municipal sales tax. However, there is no statewide sales tax. Therefore, no sales tax holiday or tax free weekend is necessary for Alaska. Every day is a sales tax holiday! Back to school shopping is always cheaper (and better) when no sales taxes are required!

Hooters National Chicken Wing Day BOGO 10 FREE

National Chicken Wing Day is a great time to come to Hooters. Why? Because everyone receives 10 FREE Hooters Boneless Wings for every 10 wings you buy at the regular price. What could be better than free Boneless Wings at Hooters? After all, it’s for a great cause. National Chicken Wing Day only happens once per year. I mean, it would be wrong not to celebrate, right?

Offer valid only on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at participating restaurants. Limit 10 free wings per customer. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Most Hooters locations will be open holiday hours on Labor Day (Monday, September 3.)

Bravo! Italiana 50% Off National Lasagna Day

Bravo! Cucina Italiana celebrates National Lasagna Day with a 1/2 price deal on one of their most popular menu items. Purchase Mama’s Lasagna Bolognese and receive 50% off the menu price! As a bonus, you will receive a card valid for $10 off your next visit. It’s a great offer, but it’s only available for one day. Don’t miss National Lasagna Day with 50% off AND a $10 bonus card from Bravo!

Offer valid only on Sunday, July 29, 2018 at participating locations. Not valid on delivery orders or in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. $10 Bonus Card redeemable on a $40 purchase between July 30 and September 30. Most Bravo! Italiana Cucina restaurants will be open holiday hours on Labor Day (Monday, September 3.)