OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma’s annual sales tax‑free weekend runs from Friday, August 1 to Sunday, August 3, 2025, beginning at 12:01 a.m. Friday and ending at midnight Sunday. During this time, purchasers across the state can buy qualifying clothing and shoes without paying state or local sales tax.

✅ What’s tax‑exempt during Oklahoma’s sales tax holiday?

• Most clothing and footwear items individually priced under $100 qualify for the exemption.

• Purchases apply in-store, online, by phone, or by mail, as long as payment occurs during the holiday window. Delivery may take place later.

🚫 What’s not included during Oklahoma’s sales tax holiday?

Excluded items include:

• Any single item priced at $100 or more

• Accessories such as jewelry, handbags, wallets, umbrellas, or watches

• Special athletic or protective gear like cleats, helmets, pads, or hard hats

• Items primarily intended for athletic/protective use

• Clothing rentals

• School supplies, backpacks, electronics, and computers

🛒 Oklahoma sales tax holiday: Shopper & retailer rules

• All Oklahoma retailers must participate; none can opt out of the exemption.

• Store discounts or coupons that reduce an item’s price below $100 make it eligible. Manufacturer or third-party coupons that do not lower the sale price to below $100 don’t qualify.

• Layaway purchases qualify if the final payment is made and the item is delivered during the holiday.

• Returns and exchanges for the same eligible item within or after the holiday do not incur tax; if exchanged for a different item after the window, tax applies on the new item.

⚖️ Are there changes on the way? Legislative landscape

Although lawmakers have proposed expanding the holiday to include school supplies and athletic gear, no changes have been implemented for 2025. Oklahoma remains limited to clothing and footwear.

🧠 Why is the sales tax holiday important?

This tax holiday aligns with most school start dates in mid‑August and offers a timely opportunity for Oklahoma families to save. While 17 other states run broader exemptions—many including electronics and school supplies—Oklahoma’s remains narrowly focused on wearables.

📌 Quick facts about Oklahoma’s sales tax holiday