Tax-Free Week Starts Today In Fairfield

FAIRFIELD, CT — Fairfield businesses are looking forward to Connecticut’s Sales Tax Free Week, which begins Sunday and runs through Saturday.

“This year has been a challenging time for everyone, but especially our many small business owners," Fairfield Director of Economic Development Mark Barnhart said in a town news release. “For those looking to do some back-to-school shopping and take advantage of tax-free savings, it’s important to buy local wherever possible and support our small business community.”

During the one-week sales tax holiday, purchases of most clothing and footwear priced under $100 are exempt from sales and use tax. The exemption applies to each eligible item, regardless of how many of the items are sold to a customer on the same invoice, according to the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services.

"It has been a long and difficult time for our local merchants, so when thinking about your upcoming purchases, please remember to support our local businesses first," Fairfield Chamber of Commerce President Beverly Balaz said in the news release.

Coronavirus safety protocols should be followed as recommended by the state, including face coverings and social distancing measures, the news release said.

Additional information regarding the Sales Tax Free Week, including examples of items that are exempt and specific statutory information, can be found at portal.ct.gov/DRS/Sales-Tax/Sales-Tax-Free-Week.