REI's Labor Day Sale Ends Sept. 7 with Deep Discounts on Outdoor Gear
REI’s Labor Day sale runs through September 7, 2026, offering discounts on camping, hiking, and clothing gear. Members can use code LABORDAY26 for an extra 20% off one outlet item. Notable deals include the Garmin InReach Mini 3 Plus, MSR PocketRocket 2 stove, and REI Half Dome 2 tent. While The Verge highlights socks and tech, WIRED and Outside emphasize tents, stoves, and winter gear.
Key points
- The sale runs through September 7, 2026, covering clothing, camping, and hiking equipment.
- REI members can apply code LABORDAY26 for an extra 20% off a single outlet item.
- A lifetime REI membership costs $30, which may be offset by savings on select items.
- The Verge highlights Darn Tough socks (25% off) and the Garmin InReach Mini 3 Plus ($450).
- WIRED lists the REI Half Dome 2 tent at $198 and the MSR PocketRocket 2 stove at $45.
- Outside Magazine highlights deals at other retailers, including 50% off Altra shoes and 25% off Big Agnes tents.
Background
Previous coverage in August 2026 noted the sale began around August 28, with up to 60% off select outlet items and member perks including a $30 bonus card. The current sale extends these offers through the Labor Day weekend.
How outlets are covering it
The Verge focuses on tech and comfort items, specifically praising Darn Tough socks and the Garmin InReach Mini 3 Plus for off-grid connectivity. WIRED provides a broader catalog of 31 deals, emphasizing high-value items like the Big Agnes Copper Spur UL 2 tent and MSR water filters, noting specific price drops for the Half Dome 2 tent. Outside Magazine shifts focus beyond REI, highlighting sales at Evo and other retailers for bikes, skis, and snowboards, such as the Santa Cruz Nomad 6 C and Atomic skis, suggesting a wider market trend for Labor Day discounts across outdoor brands.
Why it matters
The Labor Day sale marks the transition from summer to fall outdoor seasons, offering significant savings on essential gear like tents, stoves, and clothing. For consumers, this is a key window to acquire high-quality equipment at reduced prices before winter, with member-specific discounts providing additional value for frequent shoppers.
What to watch
The sale ends on September 7, 2026. Consumers should act quickly to secure limited-stock items, particularly popular tents and clothing, as inventory may deplete before the deadline. Retailers may begin clearing remaining stock post-sale.
- Here are some of REI’s best Labor Day sale deals The Verge
- REI’s End-of-Summer Sale Is Here. We Found 27 Deals on Outdoor Gear Our Experts Love. The New York Times
- The 42 Best Deals From the REI Labor Day Sale WIRED
- 17 Epic Labor Day Deals, From Half-Off Trail Trail Shoes to $1,200 Off a Mountain Bike Outside Magazine
- 19 noteworthy finds from REI's major Labor Day sale Good Morning America
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