Florida's Statewide Tax-Free Weekend is this weekend running from Friday, August 4 through Sunday, August 6. Florida students and their families will get a break while school shopping in Orlando this weekend from everything from clothing, footwear and related accessories that sell for less than $60 per item. Some school supplies selling less than $15 per item are also included. If you're in the market for a personal computer and computer accessories, you'll be excited to know that they're included this year. If they sell for $750 or less per item, you may be able to save that 6-7.5% sales tax.
Orlando malls are heating up with activities this weekend, all in celebration of the tax-free weekend! Enjoy special events and discounts all around town. The best part is you don't have to be a student to enjoy this weekend! Everyone gets to join in the fun for this tax-free three-day celebration starting as soon as it's officially Friday!
The Florida Mall
You'll find extended hours this tax-free weekend at The Florida Mall; and a special Back to School event in Orlando on Saturday from 12-3pm featuring beauty demos, food sampling, an interactive photo booth, and giveaways. If you present a valid photo ID at Guest Services you can get a free savings passport. Mall management will also be surprising 50 families with backpacks full of surprises!
Friday, August 4: 9am-9pm
Saturday, August 5: 9am-10pm
Sunday, August 6: 10am-8pm
Orlando International Premium Outlet
You can save up to 65% off in all of the stores at Orlando International Premium Outlets! They're also featuring and a special back to school event on Saturday, August 5 from 11am-2pm with entertainment and giveaways.
The Mall at Millenia
Enjoy a Back to School Fashion Show on Saturday from 1-3pm in support of the local Boys & Girls Club at The Mall At Millenia. This tax-free weekend you can watch something fun while helping a good cause!
Waterford Lakes Town Center
Get your face painted or a portrait crafted by caricature artists or enjoy the strolling magician on Saturday from 10am-6pm. All at Waterford Lakes Town Center!
Altamonte Springs Mall
The JCP Salon is offering a $10 haircut for all students K-6th grade now until September 9th.
If you're not shopped out yet, try Orlando Fashion Square, Winter Park Village or Pointe Orlando for more back to school specials at your favorite retailers. It's a great opportunity to save some dough and get all your shopping done before the first big day of school - Thursday, August 10 for Seminole County Public Schools and Monday, August 14 for Orange County Public Schools.
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