Kids' Clothes Coupon Codes & Sales

Kids' clothing is discounted often, and the stores in this hub, The Children's Place, Old Navy and Gap, each run their own sales and promo codes. Offers usually take a percentage off sitewide or on a category, a dollar amount off over a spend threshold, or free shipping over a minimum.

With kids, timing matters more than the size of any one discount. Children outgrow clothes in months, so the trick is buying the right size at the right moment, not chasing the deepest markdown on something that won't fit by the time it's worn. The deals grid above shows only offers each brand has published through its affiliate program, with the end date it set.

Timing purchases around growth

End-of-season clearance is the cheapest time to buy, but what you buy then won't be worn until the same season next year. Buy one size up for the next season, stick to basics that work across ages, and avoid trend pieces that may not appeal in a year.

For what your kids need right now, sitewide codes and back-to-school sales are the better bet. Back-to-school in late summer is one of the biggest moments for kids' clothing, covering everything from jeans to uniforms.

Basics, uniforms and multipacks

Basics are where kids' clothing deals really add up. Multipacks of tees, socks, underwear and leggings already cost less per piece than buying singles, and a sitewide code on top makes them one of the best values in the category.

Uniform pieces are worth buying in bulk during back-to-school sales, once you've checked your school's dress code.
Pajamas and play clothes wear out fastest, so stock up when there's a code.
Outerwear costs more, so it's worth waiting for a seasonal sale, and buying a size up so it lasts two winters.

Rewards and email offers

Kids' clothing retailers commonly run rewards programs and email lists with member offers. If you shop at the same store often, it's usually worth signing up. Old Navy and Gap are part of the same retail family, so check whether rewards can be shared between them.

As with any store credit card, a card linked to a clothing store only makes sense if you'd pay it off in full and it fits your wider finances.

Returns and gifts

Kids' clothes get returned a lot: wrong size, a gift duplicate, a change of heart. Before you buy, check the return window, whether returns are free, and whether you can return online orders in store. For gifts, a gift receipt saves the recipient's family a headache.

When to buy

These are patterns across the category, not promises from any one store. The end date on each offer is the one to trust.

January	Winter clearance. Good for next winter's coats and sweaters in the next size up.
July to August	Back-to-school sales on jeans, basics, uniforms and shoes.
Late summer	Summer clearance on shorts, swimwear and tees for next year.
Late November	Black Friday brings wide sitewide offers. See our Black Friday page.

Kids' clothes deals FAQ

Where do these kids' clothing codes come from?

From each brand's own affiliate program, which we check once a day. Every offer shows the end date the brand set, and expired offers drop off automatically.

When is the best time to buy kids' clothes?

Back-to-school sales in July and August, end-of-season clearance in January and late summer, and Black Friday in late November are the usual high points.

Should I buy kids' clothes a size up on clearance?

Often, yes. Clearance clothes won't be worn until the same season next year, so buying the next size up for basics usually works out well.

Can I use a promo code on sale kids' clothes?

Often, but not always. Some codes exclude clearance or certain items. The offer terms on the store's site say which.

Can I return online kids' clothing orders in store?

Many retailers allow it, but policies vary. Check the store's return policy before you order.