Illinois back-to-school tax holiday returns
Illinois shoppers will get a break on clothing, footwear and school supplies for 10 days this summer as the state’s annual back-to-school sales tax holiday returns from Aug. 7 through Aug. 16, 2026. During that period, the state’s share of sales tax drops from 6.25% to 1.25% on qualifying purchases. The holiday applies to clothing and footwear priced under $125 per item, as well as eligible school supplies with no price cap. Qualifying clothing includes items such as coats, shirts, […]
