Alabama’s Tax-Free School Supply Holiday Begins Friday

Much to the displeasure of many school age children, school supplies are already appearing on grocery and retail store shelves, meaning the 2026 school year is just around the corner. But the relief of their parents that means the Statewide School Supply Tax Holiday is almost here too.

Beginning a tick after Midnight this coming Friday morning and lasting until midnight Sunday, parents can save state and local taxes on school supplies, clothing, books and computers.

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Gov. Ivey issued a statement encouraging parents to take advantage of the break on taxes, “Quality education is essential to continuing the historic momentum that Alabama is experiencing,” Governor Ivey stated. “Successful students need to be properly equipped for the classroom, and this tax-free weekend makes school supplies more accessible to families across our state. An investment in our students is an investment in the future of Alabama.”

Thanks to the Alabama Legislature, this year’s exemptions have expanded, by increasing the dollar thresholds and indexing them to the Consumer Price Index. Pencils, paper, binders, calculators and rulers are just a few of the school supplies that will be free from state sales tax.

“We’re excited for this tax-free opportunity allowing Alabama families to save their hard-earned money while helping students get what they need for school,” Commissioner of Revenue Mary Martin Mitchell was quoted as saying in the governor's press release. “ALDOR encourages everyone in Alabama to make the most of this tax-free holiday, and we look forward to the great things students will accomplish this school year.”

The state and most municipalities and counties have voted to participate in the annual tax holiday. Click HERE for a list of the participating cities and counties.

Click HERE for a link to the items that are covered in the 21st annual school supply tax holiday.