Peak Deal Times for Toys

Target & Walmart semi-annual clearance guide — sourced from deal communities & r/Frugal

Tips by Retailer

🎯 Target

Shop in-store only — clearance inventory not in app
Use in-store price scanner — actual price often lower than sticker
Stack Target Circle Card for extra 5% off clearance
Check Circle offers: $10 off $50+, $25 off $100+
Brands on clearance: Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, LEGO, M&D, CoComelon
Discounts go: 30% → 50% → 70% over ~4 weeks

🛒 Walmart

Scan barcodes with Walmart app — reveals "secret" clearance prices
Use Brickseek.com to check prices by ZIP before driving
Online sometimes better — deep deals sell out in-store fast
Check multiple nearby stores — pricing varies by location
Secret clearance = marked full price but rings up 50–80% off
Discounts target discontinued items — timing less predictable