May Sales Cycles

May Seasonal Sales Cycles – the following information is a compiled list that takes the following factors into consideration: Traditional Sales/Deals, Occasions, National Monthly Promotions, as well as Produce in season for the month of May.

Occasions to be aware of:

• Cinco De Mayo
• Kentucky Derby
• Memorial Day
• May Day
• Mother’s Day

Traditional May Promotions:

• Armed Forces Day
• Asian Pacific American Heritage month
• International Pickle Week
• National Allergy/Asthma Awareness month
• National Asparagus month
• National BBQ month
• National Egg Month
• National Hamburger Month
• National Salad Month
• National Salsa Month
• National Strawberry Month
• Skin cancer awareness/prevention month

Fruits & Vegetables that are in Season for the Month of May:

• New– Means the item just came into season
• Peak – at it’s best Price and Availability
• Waning– means it’s availability is declining- it’s going out of season

Sales & Deals you can Normally Expect in May:

• Memorial Day Promos- Condiments- BBQ Sauces, ketchup, mustard, mayo, pickles, salad dressings, marinades, ribs, steaks, buns, burger, ground beef, bbq supplies, soda, picnic supplies

  • This is a fabulous time to stock up on Charcoal if you use it often as it can usually be found buy 1 get 1 free, plus there are usually high value coupons (up to $3 off per bag) as well. It’s not unusual to score 20# bags of name brand charcoal for about $3 per bag after sales & coupons.

• Cinco De Mayo Promos-salsa, tortillas, tacos, seasonings, canned peppers (chili/jalapeno) – restock the pantry!

• National Pet Week Items-Pet food (dog/cat), pet treats, pet toys

• Sunscreen

• Appliance Deals- Most big box stores such as Lowes, Home Depot, etc offer 10-20% off Major Household Appliances on Memorial weekend