Today is the big one; Labor Day 2026 is delivering the goods left, right and center with all manner of guitar deals popping up to help you satiate your GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome). Some of the discounts I’ve spotted so far today are right up there with what I’d expect to see at the end of November when the Black Friday guitar deals roll around, so if you can’t hold out until then, you’re in luck as now is a great time to shop.
With hearty discounts up to 50% on a huge range of gear from Fender to Gibson, Jackson, Martin and Blackstar at Sweetwater, through to potential 60% savings, plus discount coupons, at Musician’s Friend, now is the best opportunity of the year so far to save money on some new guitar goodies; whether that’s a shred-worthy electric guitar, an angelic acoustic guitar, or a thunderous new bass.
More of the biggest names in music retail have gone all in on the Labor Day sales this year too, with big hitters like Guitar Center, Positive Grid and Guitar Tricks all slashing prices on some of their most popular products and services.
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In my experience, most sales should hang about for at least a couple of days after Labor Day, but if you see something you like, I’d recommend picking it up as soon as possible before the sale ends or potentially limited stock runs out.
Below, I’ve highlighted what I think are the best Labor Day guitar sales in town right now.
