Memorial Day passed on May 29 this year, but we’re still seeing deals on grills beyond the holiday. Whether you’re looking for a new five-burner gas grill for the backyard or a portable charcoal grill for tailgating, you can still take advantage of savings now.
Weeding through all the grill sales and discounts for the holiday weekend can be a lot, so we did the work for you. This guide lays out all the details for saving on a new grill today, plus tips on what to expect for next Memorial Day, like where to shop and how much you should aim to save. Bookmark this page and come back next year for a handy list of all the best Memorial Day grill deals of 2024.
Before you shop, check out our guide to buying a grill the right way. Then text HACKS to 57299 for more money-saving tips.
Best Memorial Day Grill Deals Happening Now:
Tabletop and Portable Grill Deals
Charcoal and Gas Grill Deals
Grilling Tool and Accessory Deals
Start looking for Memorial Day grill sales in early May 2024.
You may find lingering grill deals from Lowe’s SpringFest or Home Depot Spring Black Friday during the first week of May. But after that, Memorial Day deals will take over.
If your heart is set on a new grill for summer, it pays to check for deals the whole month of May, not just Memorial Day itself. Some stores will release their Memorial Day deals early, which means you can get the first pick at savings if you’re ready for them.
If the early deals on grills don’t catch your eye, plan to check back at least a week before the long weekend rolls around. Then check daily until the holiday arrives.
Aim to save at least 25% on a new grill during Memorial Day sales in 2024.
If savings are your top priority and the brand doesn’t matter as much, you’ll be able to save way more than 25% on a grill this Memorial Day. But if you’re looking for a top-notch grill that even the pros approve of, you may have to accept a smaller Memorial Day discount.
Sometimes the very best outdoor grills are only 20% – 25% off — max. That doesn’t seem like much, but high-end grills rarely go on sale. If you find a 20% – 25% off deal at Lowe’s or Home Depot, check the grill’s price on Amazon (or do a quick Google Shopping search) to compare the prices.
If you’re okay with buying a lesser-known grill without as many bells and whistles, aim to save at least 40% during Memorial Day grill sales. Just be sure to read customer reviews before you commit to a purchase. Buying a grill that fritzes out by the end of summer isn’t fun for anyone.
Related: These are the best gas grills for your money (even if you’re on a budget).
Look for Memorial Day grill sales at Target, Walmart, Lowe’s, Amazon, and Wayfair.
1. Target: Up to 50% off grills
You’ll start seeing Target grills on sale starting the first or second week of May. Last year, Char-Broil and Kingsford grills were 40% – 50% off at Target for Memorial Day.
2. Walmart: Up to 50% off grills
Walmart slashes prices on a handful of grills throughout May, including on brands like Expert Grill, Royal Gourmet, Cuisinart, Lifesmart, and Ozark Trail. Expect to save between 30% and 50% on grills with Walmart’s sale prices for Memorial Day.
3. Lowe’s: Up to 40% off grills
Look for Weber, Char-Broil, Blackstone, and Pit Boss grills on sale for up to 40% off during Lowe’s Memorial Day sale.
4. Amazon: Up to 36% off grills
Amazon usually drops the biggest Memorial Day discounts on indoor grills from brands like George Foreman. But you can expect to save up to 36% on Char-Broil, Cuisinart, Coleman, and more outdoor grills with Amazon Memorial Day deals.
5. Wayfair: Up to 35% off grills
Wayfair Memorial Day deals will save you up to 35% on grills from brands like Kamado, Blackstone, Char-Broil, Pit Boss, and more.
Home Depot will have a few Memorial Day deals on grills, but discounts may be lower (around 15% – 25% off).
For Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday Sale in April, Home Depot gave us discounts of up to 35% off select grills for the season. You may not see discounts this deep for Memorial Day, but it’s worth checking out what Home Depot has to offer. In the past, we’ve seen up to 26% off Weber, Traeger, Nexgrill, and more grills during the Home Depot Memorial Day Sale.
Pay attention to the grill’s warranty to make sure you’re getting good coverage.
Most grills come with some sort of manufacturer’s warranty, meaning the brand will cover the cost of repairs or the entire grill if things go awry. Some warranties only last one year, while others last up to 10 years or even a lifetime. The thing to know is not all warranties cover the entire grill and some only cover certain parts — like the burners, ignition, cooking grids, or exterior paint.
Read the grill’s warranty and return policy info carefully before you make a Memorial Day purchase you can’t take back.
Here are a few grill warranty examples for top brands:
- Weber Q 1000, 2000, & 3000 Series gas grills have a five-year warranty on their cookbox, lid assembly, burner tubes, cooking grates, and plastic components.
- Nexgrill grills have at least a one-year limited manufacturer’s warranty, but some parts may be covered longer. Batteries and paint loss are not covered.
- Broil-King grills have a lifetime warranty on their cookboxes, while grids and burners have a two to 15-year warranty.
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