Call me cheap, but I never pay full price for Valentine’s Day items when I know they’ll be marked down at Target after the holiday. Once Valentine’s Day is over, Target usually holds a massive clearance sale on everything from candy to decor, with discounts sometimes of up to 70% off! It’s the perfect time to stock up for next year. Here are the things you should never pay full price for at Target—wait for the Valentine’s Day sale instead!
Heart Plush Throws
These beautiful, cozy fleece throws with heart prints are a Target staple around Valentine’s Day, and they’ll almost certainly go on sale afterward. At $10 full price, there’s no need to buy it when you can buy it at a discount. They’re perfect for snuggling up any time of year, not just in February.
Paper Plates, Cups, and Napkins
Stock up on party supplies for next year! These cute pink and red Valentine’s Day-themed plates, cups, and napkins will be marked down right after the holiday. There’s no need to pay the regular $3 price when they’ll likely be deeply discounted. They’re perfect not just for Valentine’s Day but also for anniversaries and themed events that could use a pop of red and pink hearts.
Children’s Valentine Books
Target always carries a great selection of Valentine’s Day books for kids, but they’ll go on clearance as soon as the holiday is over. Save your money and buy them post-Valentine for next year. Books don’t go out of style, and picking them up on sale means you’ll be ready for next Valentine’s Day without the last-minute scramble.
Candles
Target’s Valentine’s Day candle selection is amazing, with everything from strawberry shortcake-scented glass jar candles to LED candles with lip icons, and even adorable strawberry shortcake-shaped candles. Priced at $10, it’s worth waiting for the post-Valentine’s clearance sale since it will probably go for 30-70% discount. I’m definitely planning to head back to my local Target to pick up a few!
Mini Kitchen Appliances
I’m keeping an eye out for Target’s Valentine’s Day themed mini-kitchen appliances and waiting for them to be discounted after the holiday. They have adorable mini waffle makers that make heart-shaped waffles and a mini dipper appliance—like a tiny Crockpot—that keeps chocolate or cheese warm for a mini fondue party.
Snackle Box
Target has these super cute pink snackle boxes that I’m definitely eyeing for after Valentine’s Day when they go on sale. These boxes are perfect for organizing snacks—you can create mini charcuterie boards filled with cheese, meats, dried fruit, crackers, candies, and pretzels. They’re great for taking to picnics or the beach this summer!
Kitchen Towels
Valentine’s Day themed kitchen towels will almost certainly go on sale after the holiday. These red ones with rose prints aren’t overly Valentine-y, which is great because you can use them all year round.
Kids Valentine’s Day Card Sets
Target’s post-Valentine’s clearance is the perfect time to stock up on kids’ Valentine’s Day card sets at a discount. My local Target still has a lot of options—from Star Wars and Avengers to mermaid-themed sets. Why pay full price next year when you can buy during the Valentine’s Day clearance sale?
Valentine’s Snack Bags
There are plenty of limited-edition Valentine’s Day-themed snacks at Target, from PopCorners and Goldfish to Utz mini cheeseballs. These festive snacks will definitely go on sale after Valentine’s Day. They’re perfect for lunchboxes. I’m coming back to Target to stock up on them!
Valentine’s Cookie Kits
Target has adorable Valentine’s Day-themed gingerbread houses and cookie kits that will surely go on sale after Valentine’s Day. They’re $10 at full price, but why pay that when you know it will most likely be discounted? These kits are great for a fun, off-season baking day with the kids.
Love Doormat
There’s no need to pay the full $13 for these fun, heart-shaped Love doormats. Wait for Target’s post-Valentine’s clearance sale to buy one at a discount. They’re a cheerful way to brighten up your front door!
Valentine’s Crafts
After Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to stock up on craft kits at Target for next year. These fun sets, usually priced around $5, will most likely be marked down significantly during the clearance sale. Whether you’re planning activities for kids or DIY projects for yourself, grabbing them on sale means you’ll be ready for next Valentine’s without paying full price.
Heart Sweaters
These cozy and adorable red heart cardigan sweaters will likely be marked down during Target’s post-Valentine’s clearance. That’s if you can find any left—my local Target only has two XXL sizes!
Valentine’s Socks
Target always has a fun variety of Valentine’s Day themed socks, but there’s no need to pay full price. They’ll almost certainly be marked down during the post-Valentine’s clearance sale. These are great little gifts or just a fun way to treat yourself!
Valentine’s Toys
Target has plenty of small, Valentine-themed toys that will likely be marked down after the holiday. They’re a step above party favors such as these Squishmallows or Polly Pocket toy sets. Even though they’re designed for Valentine’s Day, kids won’t mind playing with them year-round.
Heart-Shaped Cheerios
Heart-shaped Cheerios are back at Target for Valentine’s Day, but if you haven’t picked up a box yet, don’t worry—just wait for them to hit the clearance shelves after the holiday. You can enjoy them long after Valentine’s without paying full price.
Valentine Table Runners
These festive red table runners with rose prints are $15 now, but they’re likely to be discounted by 30-70% after Valentine’s Day. The best part? These runners aren’t just for Valentine’s—they’re perfect for anniversaries, romantic dinners, or any occasion that calls for a pop of red.
Valentine-Themed Plates
Don’t pay full price to buy these Valentine’s Day themed plates! They’ll hit the clearance shelves right after Valentine’s Day, so hold off and buy them for a fraction of the cost later. These plates are perfect for future parties or even just fun dinners at home, and there’s no need to rush when you know they’ll be heavily discounted soon.
Valentine’s Face Masks
Target has fun Valentine’s Day-themed face masks and under-eye masks that will almost certainly go on clearance after the holiday. There’s no need to pay full price when you can buy them for less. These make for a perfect little self-care treat.
Heart Boxes with Stuffed Animals
Those adorable Kisses and Reese’s heart boxes with stuffed animals will definitely go on sale after Valentine’s Day. There’s no need to pay full price when you can buy them at a discount.
Red Pillows
These cute red smooch-shaped throw pillows are such fun accessories to have around the house. They scream Valentine’s Day, which means they’ll almost certainly be marked down after the holiday at Target. While they’re perfect for February, you can also use them to add a playful pop of color to your home year-round—especially when you get them at a discount!
Makeup Gift Sets
Adorable Valentine’s Day makeup gift sets are a must-watch for post-holiday sales. My local Target is low in stock, though. There are only Sweethearts candy-themed and Kisses chocolate-inspired eyeshadow palettes left.
Valentine’s Day Cups and Tumblers
Target has cute cups decked out with heart prints and heart-shaped tumbler sets. They’ll likely be marked down from their $3 regular price once the holiday passes. These are fun for parties, picnics, or even just to brighten up your daily routine.
Sweethearts Lip Balm Sets
In addition to eyeshadow palettes, Target sells Sweethearts-themed lip balm sets that will most likely be discounted after Valentine’s Day. These are great post-holiday finds since they’re cute enough for gifts but practical enough to use all year round.
Valentine’s Day Candy Wands
Target sells fun Valentine’s Day Candy wands. From Haribo gummy bears to Reese’s, these are candies packaged in heart-shaped wand containers. They will almost certainly be marked down after Valentine’s Day.
Heart-Shaped Ice Cube Molds
These cute heart-shaped ice cube molds are a fun addition to any Valentine’s Day celebration, but they’re almost guaranteed to be marked down after Valentine’s Day. My Target’s stock is running low, so fingers crossed there’ll be some left for me to buy at a discount! They’re great for parties, special drinks, or even little DIY projects—and trust me, they’re just as cute at half the price.
Valentine’s Stuffed Toys
Target is stocked with adorable Valentine’s stuffed animals, and they’ll definitely go on clearance after the holiday. My local Target has a lot of Valentine’s Squishmallows in stock! These stuff toys make great gifts year-round. I’m waiting for the sale and will definitely buy a few!
Candy Gift Sets
My local Target has plenty of assorted candy gift sets in heart-shaped boxes, from Skittles to Sour Patch Kids. I wouldn’t rush to buy them before Valentine’s—wait for the clearance sale to get these treats at a discount.
Valentine’s Day Cards
Hold off on buying Valentine’s Day cards until the post-holiday clearance sale. You can stock up on plenty of cute and creative designs for next year at a discount.
Gift Bags
Target will clear out its Valentine’s Day gift bags right after the holiday, so save your money and wait for the sale. Although my local Target is low in stock, I hope there are still gift bags left after Valentine’s Day since they are versatile enough for birthdays, anniversaries, or other celebrations throughout the year.
Valentine’s Mailboxes
Target sells a variety of Valentine’s Day mailboxes, from DIY decorating kits to heart-shaped mailboxes perfect for exchanging cards. Don’t pay full price—they’ll definitely be marked down after the holiday. These are great to stock up on for future classroom parties or fun family traditions.
Hershey’s and Reese’s Plush Toys
Hershey’s and Reese’s have the cutest stuffed animals carrying candy around their necks, and they’ll definitely be on sale during Target’s post-Valentine’s clearance. These plush toys make sweet gifts for kids post-Valentine’s.
Valentine Ceramics
Target has a charming selection of Valentine-themed ceramics, from a love-themed ceramic Target cart to a whimsical ceramic love bus. They’re $5 at full price, but you should definitely wait for the post-Valentine’s discount.
Chocolates
Bags of Valentine’s chocolates will almost certainly go on sale after the holiday. My local Target is stocked with M&Ms, KitKats, Twix, and Reese’s, and I doubt they’ll sell out before Valentine’s Day.
Chocolate Roses
These playful chocolate roses will surely hit major clearance sales after Valentine’s Day. If I had to bet, they’d likely be marked down by as much as 70%. They’re perfect post-Valentine’s Day treats! Check out 20 Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts from Costco that Will Impress (with prices)
Russell Stover Valentine’s Chocolates
My local Target has plenty of Russell Stover Valentine’s chocolate gift sets, and you can bet they’ll go on clearance after the holiday. These chocolate treats will taste just as good at a fraction of the price! Check out 17 Costco Finds Under $20 for Valentine’s Day on a Budget (with prices)
Other Valentine’s Candies
Target really went all out this year with their Valentine’s candies, from cotton candy to festive lollipops. These treats will definitely be marked down after the holiday. They’re great for parties, candy buffets, or just to have on hand when you need a little sugar fix. Check out 26 Things to Never Pay Full Price at Target- Buy Them at After Christmas Sale