US retailers roll out major back‑to‑school sales, from The North Face jackets to Target dorm deals

The North Face announced a back‑to‑school promotion with select jackets priced as low as $32, offering lightweight windbreakers, fleece layers and insulated outerwear for students and families. The sale, highlighted on August 2 2026, targets shoppers preparing for cooler mornings and fall weather.

Target launched its 2026 college‑move‑in collection, providing up to 60% off dorm‑room essentials such as Twin XL bedding, storage, bath items, small appliances and electronics. Discounts include 50% off storage, 60% off beds and desks, and 30% off towels, with additional savings on headphones and speakers. Both retailers aim to simplify the back‑to‑school shopping season for U.S. consumers.

These promotions reflect a broader retail push to capture early‑season demand, offering significant price reductions across apparel and dorm‑room necessities.