: Most "Back to School" holidays occur in August . For example, Maryland’s energy-efficient appliance holiday is Feb 14–16, 2026, and Virginia's general holiday is Aug 7–9, 2026.

While Best Buy itself does not typically provide direct sales tax refunds for international visitors at the time of purchase, some shoppers may still find ways to save.

: Typically includes laptops, tablets, and software under a certain price cap (e.g., $500–$1,000 depending on the state).

Navigating "tax-free" shopping at generally falls into three categories: state-mandated sales tax holidays, professional tax-exempt status for organizations, and international tourist refunds. 1. Sales Tax Holidays ("Tax-Free Weekends")