Tax-Free Weekend vs. Tax Holiday: What to Know About Illinois’ 10-Day Sales Tax Break – NBC5 (Chicago)

While states like Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Ohio and Texas have tax-free weekends, Illinois has 10 days of a sales tax holiday. Unlike tax-free weekends, there will still be a sales tax in Illinois. The holiday will only reduce tax rates as many prepare for back-to-school shopping and only certain purchases will qualify.