Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Guide | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

Virginia’s annual sales tax holiday starts this Friday — your chance to score big savings on school supplies, clothes, and hurricane gear. With prices stubbornly high, this is a smart way to stretch your budget. But experts warn: don’t count on major price drops anytime soon — inflation’s still clinging around 3%, wages haven’t caught up, and raising interest rates to cool things down could hit jobs. Still, you can shop online or use layaway as long as purchases are made during qualifying days — just remember, clothing must be under $100 per item. Plan ahead, check the rules, and grab what…