(BOSTON 6/13/2025) — Saturday, August 9, 2025, and Sunday, August 10, 2025, are the official dates of Massachusetts’ annual sales tax holiday thanks to actions taken by the Massachusetts Legislature yesterday. During the holiday, the state’s 6.25% sales tax is suspended for most retail items priced under $2,500.

A 2018 state law, which made the sales tax holiday permanent, requires the Legislature to vote to set the dates of the holiday each year. Both branches adopted resolutions setting this year’s dates (S.2530 / H.4220), sponsored by Senator Adam Gómez (D-Springfield) and Representative Carole A. Fiola (D-Fall River).

“The 2025 sales tax holiday has been set, and I am thrilled to share the news with customers and retailers in Central Massachusetts,” said Senator Michael Moore (D-Millbury). “It’s no secret that the rising cost of living has made it difficult for families to budget big purchases, but I am hopeful that the annual sales tax-free weekend will offer Bay Staters some relief when buying essential items. Thank you to my colleagues for joining together to get this done.”

A spike in consumer activity routinely boosts indirect tax revenues. According to the Department of Revenue, the 2024 sales tax holiday generated $3.54 million in indirect tax revenues due to increased economic activity.

At a time when consumers are seeing prices on store shelves spike, driven in part by federally imposed tariffs, this year’s Massachusetts sales tax holiday will give shoppers a much-needed break. The holiday also encourages families looking to shop for back-to-school season to support local small businesses and retailers.

Information about eligible purchases is available on the Department of Revenue website.

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