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With the announcement of Prime Big Deals Day returning on Oct. 8 and 9, fellow retailers are taking this as a sign to kick off the holiday shopping season. If your eyes just rolled, we’re right there with you. Target was among the first to announce its competing event, with the news of Circle Week returning Oct. 6 through 12.
Amazon’s “October Prime Day” runs just two days on Oct. 8 and 9, but Target is hosting a whole week of deals. Target’s last Circle Week ran July 7 through 13, conveniently just before Amazon’s July Prime Day. We’re sensing a pattern…
Similar to Prime Day, Target Circle Week requires a membership to shop, but unlike Prime, Circle membership is free to join. In a press release, Target says Circle Week will feature deals on fall and holiday favorites as well as everyday essentials. Plus, they’re bringing back the Deal of the Day program, an array of one-day-only deals available throughout Circle Week.
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Target says the holiday deals will last beyond Circle Week as the retailer plans to return Deal of the Day on Nov. 1 and run it through the rest of the holiday season (no specific end date was provided.)
Beyond the sales, Target will be offering holiday-exclusive partnerships. The brand is the “premier retail destination for Universal Pictures’ Wicked” offering both merchandise and “experiences” around the heavily-anticipated film. Plus, Target is returning its partnership with British retailer Marks & Spencer to introduce new food, beverage, and home goods options.
Target’s Circle week deals will be available to shop in-store and online. To join Target’s Circle membership, sign-up for free online.
Best early deals from Target Circle Week
Best robot vacuum deal
Why we like it
Chore days are made so much easier if you have a robot vacuum in your arsenal, and the Roborock S7 Max Ultra is a great pick that also happens to be on sale ahead of Target Circle Week. The S7 Max Ultra brings a totally hands-free cleaning experience, including (in addition to its vacuum capabilities) a mopping function, automatic obstacle avoidance, and a self-cleaning, -drying, and -emptying base. Pick one up at Target and save $350 before Circle Week.
Best tablet deal
Why we like it
If you’re down to get an iPad from a previous generation iPad, you might want to check out this sweet discount on a 9th-generation model: It’s just $349.99 for Target Circle Week, saving you $130. The WiFi-enabled tablet comes with 256GB of storage (which should be plenty), and is packed with internals that are still impressive even by today’s standards. The Retina display, A13 Bionic chip, and ultra-wide front camera are all here.
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Best TV deal
Why we like it
TCL is basically budget 4K TV royalty. Their TVs are super affordable without sacrificing quality, and this 55-inch Google TV is no exception. Highlights include 4K Ultra HD resolution, HDR support, a gaming mode, Dolby Atmos audio, and Google TV Smart OS with built-in Chromecast. If you need a new TV, TCL won’t disappoint, especially when you’re only paying $269.99 ($80 off the usual price).
Best kitchen deal
Why we like it
If you’re constantly stocking your fridge with comically large cases of La Croix, it may be time for you to move on to a more cost-effective and eco-friendly option like a SodaStream. Luckily, the SodaStream Terra is on sale ahead of Target Circle week — $40 off the original price, just $59.99. Using the SodaStream is simple. Just fill up the included bottle with plain water, stick it in the machine, and push the button to get a bubbly beverage in seconds. Trust us, it’s worth it.
Best air purifier deal
Why we like it
Having an air purifier in your home is highly recommended if you want to keep your air quality as safe as possible. The Shark Air Purifier Max is a great option for exactly that purpose, and you can get one on sale for just $179.99 ahead of Target Circle Week ($100 in savings). The Max can help purify spaces of up to 1,200 feet, and can capture 99.98% of airborne particles thanks to its included HEPA filter. The purifier also uses Clean Sense IQ to automatically track air quality in real time so there’s no guesswork on your end.
