In 2024, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and the Ohio General Assembly expanded the sales tax holiday to include more items and run longer. That trend will continue this year, with the holiday applying to tax-free purchases made in-person or online on all eligible items of up to $500.

The 2025 holiday will run for two full weeks, beginning at midnight on Friday, August 1, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, August 14.

In 2024, Ohio offered a 10-day tax holiday, but this year includes a full two weeks. As per the Department of Taxation, the expansion reflects the state’s commitment to supporting working households and encouraging local spending without adding tax burdens. A: It is from August 1 to August 14, 2025, starting and ending at midnight.