Amazon Prime Day 2026: Prime Big Deal Days, Dates & Deals

Amazon’s next major Prime shopping event is almost here! Prime Big Deal Days 2026 runs October 6–7, with 48 hours of Prime-exclusive deals starting at 12:01 a.m. PDT on October 6.

Early deals are already available, and Team Fab is tracking Amazon alongside Walmart, Target and other retailers so you can tell when a price is actually worth grabbing.

Updated September 30, 2026. Amazon officially confirmed Prime Big Deal Days for October 6–7. We update this guide as Amazon announces new event details and offers.

When Is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026?

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 runs October 6–7. The event begins at 12:01 a.m. PDT on Tuesday, October 6 and lasts 48 hours.

Amazon says Prime members will be able to shop millions of deals across more than 35 categories, including electronics, home, kitchen, fashion, beauty, toys, Halloween, seasonal items, everyday essentials and early holiday gifts.

Unlike the four-day summer Prime Day event, October’s Prime Big Deal Days lasts two days.

See Our Prime Big Deal Days 2026 News & Early Deals →

Is Prime Big Deal Days the Same as Prime Day?

Not exactly.

Amazon Prime Day 2026 was Amazon’s big summer shopping event and ran June 23–26. It was a four-day sale focused heavily on summer shopping, electronics, back-to-school and Amazon devices.

Prime Big Deal Days is Amazon’s fall Prime-member shopping event. In 2026, it runs October 6–7 and is geared more toward fall needs, Halloween, seasonal entertaining and getting an early start on holiday shopping.

Both are Prime-exclusive shopping events, but they are separate sales.

Wondering whether to buy now or wait until November? See our Prime Day vs. Black Friday guide.

Do You Need a Prime Membership?

Yes. Prime Big Deal Days is a Prime-member shopping event.

But before paying full price for Prime, check whether you qualify for one of Amazon’s free or discounted options:

• Amazon Prime 30-Day Free Trial — available to eligible customers.
• Prime for Young Adults — eligible higher-education students and young adults ages 18–24 can get a 6-month $0 trial, followed by discounted membership at $7.49/month or $69/year.
• Prime Access — qualifying government-assistance recipients and income-verified customers can get a 30-day trial followed by Prime for $6.99/month.
• Amazon Family — eligible Prime benefits can be shared with one other adult living in the same primary household.

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Extra perk for Young Adults: Amazon says higher-education students and young adults ages 18–24 can stack an exclusive 5% cash back on eligible Prime Big Deal Days deals across select categories including beauty, apparel, PCs, electronics and personal care.

Already have Prime? Make sure you’re using the benefits you’re paying for with our Amazon Prime Membership Benefits Guide.

Early Prime Big Deal Days Deals Are Live Now

You don’t have to wait until October 6. Amazon has already started releasing early Prime Big Deal Days offers.

Amazon’s current early offers include:

• Amazon devices: Save up to 45% on select Amazon devices and bundles, plus up to 70% on select Blink bundles.
• Amazon Haul: Seasonal finds starting at $1, fall fashion under $6, home décor under $8 and up to 50% off select game-day essentials.
• Amazon Essentials: Fall fashion starting at $10, plus household and pet essentials starting at low prices.
• Kindle Unlimited: Eligible customers can get 3 months free.
• Audible Standard: Prime members can get 4 months for $0.99/month, subject to eligibility and terms.
• Amazon Music Unlimited: Eligible Prime members who haven’t tried the service can get 4 months free.
• Prime Card: Prime cardmembers can earn 10% back or more on select brands and categories during the promotional period. Terms apply.
• Eligible rewards points: Amazon is offering select targeted discounts for eligible customers redeeming American Express Membership Rewards and other eligible points. Check your account for eligibility and terms.

👉 Shop Amazon’s Early Prime Big Deal Days Offers

Offers, prices and eligibility can change or end early. Always check the final price and terms Amazon displays before purchasing or enrolling.

What Are Today’s Big Deals?

One of the biggest things to know about the 2026 event is that Amazon will release new limited-time offers as Today’s Big Deals three times each day:

• 12 a.m. PDT
• 8 a.m. PDT
• 1 p.m. PDT

Amazon says these drops will feature deals across categories including beauty, technology, kitchen, fashion and home. Offers are available while supplies last.

So don’t assume you’ve seen everything if you check Amazon once in the morning. New featured deals will arrive throughout both days.

Our preference? Don’t spend two days refreshing Amazon.

Download the free Fab App and turn on notifications so Team Fab can help do the watching for you.

What Will Be on Sale During Prime Big Deal Days?

Amazon says the event will include millions of deals across more than 35 categories. Based on Amazon’s current announcements, watch for:

• Amazon Devices: Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, Ring, Blink and other Amazon devices and bundles.
• Electronics: TVs, headphones, computers, smart-home devices, chargers and accessories from brands including Sony, Canon and Soundcore by Anker.
• Home & Kitchen: Cookware, appliances, bedding, fall décor, entertaining essentials and products from brands including Shark and Caraway.
• Beauty & Personal Care: Skincare, hair care, cosmetics and personal-care products, including offers from brands such as Tarte and Dove.
• Fashion: Fall apparel, shoes and accessories, with Amazon advertising savings of up to 45% in select fall fashion categories.
• Toys & Gifts: Holiday gifts and toys from brands including LEGO, Play-Doh and others, plus Amazon’s annual Top 100+ Toys list.
• Halloween: Costumes and accessories starting at $5, candy under $10 and select party supplies and décor.
• Groceries & Everyday Essentials: Pantry staples, household basics, personal care and select fresh grocery offers.
• Holiday Shopping: Amazon’s Holiday Shop is already open with gift guides, holiday décor and early gifting ideas.

The important part: a big percentage-off badge doesn’t automatically make something a good deal. Team Fab compares current prices, recent pricing when available and competing retailers before we call something Fab-worthy.

Amazon Shopping Tools Worth Using

Amazon has added more tools to help shoppers track prices instead of relying solely on the percentage-off badge.

• Price History: On eligible Amazon product pages, tap the Price History link to see available historical pricing.
• Alexa Deal Alerts: Ask Alexa for Shopping to alert you when products or categories you’re interested in go on sale.
• Target Price Alerts: Set a price you’re willing to pay and get notified if an eligible item reaches it.
• Lists: Add items you’re considering to an Amazon List so it’s easier to check which saved products drop in price.
• Alexa for Shopping: Ask whether items on your Lists are currently on sale rather than searching for each product individually.

For more ways to prepare, see our Prime Day & Holiday Shopping Tools Guide.

Smart Prime Big Deal Days Shopping Strategy

A deal on something you didn’t need isn’t really savings.

I’ve covered Amazon’s major sales for years, and one of the easiest mistakes is getting caught up in countdowns, percentages and the feeling that you have to buy something immediately.

Here’s what I recommend:

• Make your list before October 6. Separate things you actually need from things you’d simply like to have.
• Set a budget. Decide how much you’re comfortable spending before the deals start.
• Check price history. Don’t rely solely on the advertised percentage off.
• Compare retailers. Walmart and Target have major sales happening at nearly the same time.
• Watch the final price. Coupons, promo codes, rewards and membership benefits can change which retailer actually has the better deal.
• Don’t buy because a timer tells you to. Limited-time deals can create urgency that doesn’t necessarily mean the price is exceptional.
• Use alerts instead of constantly browsing. Let the Fab App help you keep up with worthwhile offers.
• It’s completely fine to skip the sale. If something isn’t in your budget or you don’t need it, passing is the best deal of all.

👉 See All Our Amazon Prime Day Shopping Tips

Don’t Shop Amazon in a Vacuum

This is especially important in October 2026 because Amazon isn’t the only retailer holding a major sale.

• Walmart Deals: begins October 5
• Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: October 6–7
• Target Circle Deal Days: October 6–7, with select Circle 360 early access October 5

That overlap is good news for shoppers. Retailers frequently compete on popular electronics, toys, appliances, household products and holiday gifts.

Before buying an expensive item on Amazon, take a minute to check the competing price.

👉 See Our Complete Fall Sales Guide for Amazon, Walmart, Target & More

How to Follow Team Fab During Prime Big Deal Days

You don’t need to monitor Amazon all day. That’s what we’re here for.

1. Bookmark our live Amazon deals page for our latest finds.
2. Download the FREE Fab App and turn on notifications.
3. Choose the Fabulessly Frugal emails you want so you get the deal coverage that’s useful to you.

Amazon Prime Day History

Amazon launched Prime Day in 2015 as a celebration of its 20th birthday. It has since grown into one of the biggest online shopping events of the year, with Amazon also adding a separate fall Prime shopping event.

• 2026: Prime Big Deal Days — October 6–7
• 2026: Prime Day — June 23–26
• 2025: Prime Big Deal Days — October 7–8
• 2025: Prime Day — July 8–11
• 2024: Prime Day — July 16–17
• 2023: Prime Day — July 11–12
• 2022: Prime Day — July 12–13
• 2021: Prime Day — June 21–22
• 2020: Prime Day — October 13–14, moved from summer during the pandemic
• 2015–2019: Annual summer Prime Day events

Frequently Asked Questions About Prime Big Deal Days 2026

When is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026?

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is October 6–7, 2026. The 48-hour event starts at 12:01 a.m. PDT on October 6.

Is Prime Big Deal Days the same as Prime Day?

No. Amazon’s summer Prime Day 2026 was June 23–26. Prime Big Deal Days is Amazon’s separate fall Prime-member event and runs October 6–7.

Do I need Prime to shop Prime Big Deal Days?

Yes. Prime Big Deal Days deals are for Prime members. Eligible customers may be able to use an Amazon Prime 30-day free trial. Young adults and higher-education students should also check Prime for Young Adults, while qualifying customers can check Prime Access.

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Can Amazon Prime be shared?

Yes. Through Amazon Family, a Prime member can share eligible Prime benefits with one other adult who lives at the same primary residential address.

Are early Prime Big Deal Days deals available now?

Yes. Amazon has already released early 2026 deals across Amazon devices, Amazon Haul, Kindle Unlimited, Audible, Amazon Music Unlimited and other categories and benefits.

What are Today’s Big Deals?

Today’s Big Deals are limited-time featured offers that Amazon will release three times each day during Prime Big Deal Days: at midnight, 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. PDT. They are available while supplies last.

Is Prime Big Deal Days better than Black Friday?

It depends on the product. Amazon devices and some Prime-exclusive offers can be especially strong during Amazon’s own events, while Black Friday brings broader competition across retailers and categories. If the price is good and you need the item, there isn’t always a benefit to waiting.

See our Prime Day vs. Black Friday guide for more help deciding.

What’s the best way to keep up with the deals?

Bookmark our live Amazon deals page, download the Fab App and choose your Fabulessly Frugal email subscriptions. We’ll be watching the sales and sharing the offers we think are actually worth your time.

Bottom Line

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 is October 6–7, and early deals are already underway.

Make your shopping list, check your Prime membership options, compare Amazon’s prices with the competing Walmart and Target sales, and don’t let a big percentage-off badge convince you to buy something you didn’t need.

Team Fab will be tracking the deals throughout the event. Bookmark our live Amazon deals page and turn on Fab App notifications so you don’t have to spend October 6–7 refreshing Amazon yourself. ❤️

What’s on Your Wish List?

Drop a comment below with what you’re hoping to snag. We’ll keep an eye out for worthwhile prices, stacks and competing retailer offers on the products our readers want most.

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Last updated September 30, 2026. Deal prices, availability, membership eligibility and promotional terms can change. Team Fab verifies major event details against retailer sources and updates this guide as new information becomes available.