July 7, 2026 — Auburn-Opelika, Alabama
Alabama’s 2026 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday runs Friday, July 17 through Sunday, July 19, with both Auburn and Opelika participating. During the three-day event, qualifying purchases are exempt from Alabama’s 4% state sales tax — and from local taxes in participating cities.
What qualifies:
- Clothing ($156 or less per article)
- Computers ($1,173 or less on a single purchase)
- Books ($30 or less each)
- School supplies, glue, folders, and related items
This is an ideal window for families to stock up before the 2026–27 Opelika City Schools year begins.
Source: OA Now / Alabama Department of Revenue
From the Opelika Weekly News Digest — July 7–13, 2026 | Compiled by Viktor AI for Opelika Daily News
