My kid needs a new backpack. Where are the sales?

Here are some solid backpack deals and markdowns available right now:

• Walmart has heavy clearance markdowns on budget picks like the Eastsport Aero Core Backpack for around $8 (down from ≈ $20) and multi-piece sets like the Wonder Nation Kids' 17-inch Backpack & Lunch Tote Set for roughly $10.[1][2]
• Kohl's has active discounts on athletic styles, including the adidas Amplifier Backpack marked down to about $35 (originally $58) and the adidas Lineage Backpack hovering around $29.[1]
• Zappos features discounted brand-name options like the Nike Kids Brasilia All Over Print Backpack for around $25 and various L.L.Bean Kids Junior Original Book Packs starting around $28.
• adidas has online markdowns on classic styles like the Adicolor Classic Backpack starting around $23.

If you tell me your kid's age/grade level or what brand/style they prefer (like sporty, character-themed, or heavy-duty), I can hunt down more specific options for you.

Yep — I found some good backpack sales right now:

• Walmart: Several kids’ backpacks are around $2–$10, including Minecraft at $5.99, Sonic at $7.99, and other 16–17" school bags. A recent deal roundup reports select styles up to ~60% off, though store availability varies.Slickdeals+1

• Target: Its kids’ backpack sale section currently has hundreds of deals, including a 16" dealworthy backpack for $5, Disney Princess 16" for $9.99, and select All in Motion backpacks on sale.Target+1

• JanSport: The official end-of-season sale has 30% off several backpacks, including Big Student styles for $43.40 (normally $62).JanSport

• Academy: A Magellan kids’ backpack is currently $14.99, down from $19.99.

• Staples: Bentgo kids' school backpacks are currently $29.99.

• Minecraft Kids Varsity Backpack - $5.99 (Walmart)

• Sonic Kids Commuter Backpack - $7.99 (Walmart)

• U.S. Polo Assn. 18" Kids Backpack - $9.60 (Walmart)

• Magellan Outdoors Kids' Backpack - $14.99 (Academy Sports + Outdoors)

If price is the priority, I'd check Walmart and Target first. If you tell me your kid's age/grade and budget (e.g. “8 years old, under $25”), I can narrow it down to the best current deals.

You can find major kids' backpack markdowns right now with prices starting under $2 to $15 at major online retailers clearing out post-back-to-school inventory.

Here is where to look for the best current deals:

• Paw Patrol: Walmart : Clearing out budget brands like Wonder Nation Kids' 17 inch Backpacks and sets heavily discounted down to $1.99 – $3.99 (originally $5–$10). Toddler character sets (like Paw Patrol) are also marked down to around $7.[1][2]
• Nike Kids Elemental Backpack (20L): Zappos.com : Offering steep clearance marks on athletic brand gear, such as the Nike Kids Elemental Backpack (20L) marked down 70% to $11.70 (originally $39).[1]
• Nike Youth Elemental Backpack: Dick's Sporting Goods / Going Going Gone : Their outlet arm has youth athletic backpacks like the Nike Youth Elemental Backpack sliced down to around $16.
• : Target and Amazon : Check their clearance and "deals" tabs for rolling markdowns on leftover character and aesthetic student packs as retailers pivot to autumn/winter transitions.

If you let me know your child's age/grade or a specific budget or brand you prefer (like Pottery Barn, Jansport, or a favorite character), I can track down the exact best deal for you.

There are some good backpack deals right now. Since I can’t use your precise location, I can’t reliably tell which nearby stores have them in stock.

Current deals I found

• Marvel Spider-Man 16" Backpack - $14.99 (Target)

• Minecraft 16" Backpack - $14.99 (Target)

• Cat & Jack 17" Backpack - $25.00 (Target)

• Jordan Air School Big Kids' Backpack - $34.97 (Nike)

• Nike Elemental Big Kids' Backpack - $35.97 (Nike)

• $14.99 — Spider-Man or Minecraft 16" backpacks at Target.

• $25 — Cat & Jack 17" backpack at Target.

• $34.97 — Jordan Air School backpack, marked down from $45.

• $35.97 — Nike Elemental 20L backpack, marked down from $39.

• $24.99 — several kids' backpacks currently on sale at Cookie's Kids; their promotion runs through September 22.cookieskids.com

There are also Maryland kids' consignment sales happening this week, including Wee-Sale in Anne Arundel County through September 20 and TotSwap in Westminster through September 21, which can be good places to find gently used backpacks.wee-sale.com+1

If you share your city or ZIP code, I can narrow this down to nearby stores and current local sales.

If you’re around Summerville, SC, I found several good options:

• Walmart: kids’ backpacks showing up around $3–$12 in recent clearance deals.Slickdeals
• Target: sale backpacks include a Grogu 16" pack for $16.99 and some Wildkin packs around $34.99.
• TJ Maxx / Marshalls / Burlington: worth checking locally for discounted name-brand kids’ bags; inventory changes frequently.
• weeTRADE Kids Consignment: a kids’ resale sale is running Sept. 14–19, with 50% off starred items Sept. 19; backpacks are included.weeTRADE Kids

For online bargains, I can also narrow it to under $15, under $25, or a specific age/grade.

Right now, since the peak back-to-school rush has passed, major retailers are slashing remaining inventory with some deep clearance markdowns (up to 60% off) on kids' backpacks and multi-piece sets.

Here are the best current spots to look for deals:

• Walmart: Running massive clearance markdowns on multi-piece sets. You can grab a Minecraft Mode Green Backpack Set with Lunch kit, Headphones and Water Bottle or a Reebok Kids' Charlie 17 inch Laptop Backpack and Lunch Bag Set marked down by around 60%, dropping prices to right around $10. Standalone bookbags like the Eastsport Aero Core Backpack are sitting as low as $7.99.[1][2][3]
• Target & Amazon: Usually rolling out post-peak rollbacks on remaining character backpacks, classic Jansport, and tech-friendly student bookbags. It's worth checking their clearance sections online for stray colorways and leftover seasonal inventory.
• Sporting Goods Outlets (Dick's, REI): Great if you need a durable, high-support athletic or hiking-style pack (like Under Armour, Nike, or North Face) that will actually survive the school year. They frequently discount last season's colors online.

Do you have a specific style, character, or budget in mind, or are you looking for a multi-piece set (like with a matching lunchbox)?

Major retailers including Walmart, Old Navy / Gap , and Lands' End are running deep clearance discounts on kids' backpacks, with prices slashed by up to 40% to 60% post-back-to-school peak.[1][2][3]

Current Backpack Deals and Sales

Walmart: Budget character and patterned options like the Wonder Nation Kids' 17-inch Backpack are marked down to as low as $1.99 (originally $4.97).

Old Navy: Novelty and canvas styles, including themed prints like the Minecraft Canvas Backpack , are on sale starting around $14.79 (down from $36.99).

Lands' End: Durable, high-capacity bags like the Kids ClassMate Small Backpack are discounted by up to 40%, dropping prices to around $26.97.

Kohl's: Brand-name compact styles like the Nike Kids' JDI Mini Backpack are available for approximately $24.00 alongside ongoing clearance markdowns.[1][2][3]

If you tell me your child's age or grade and your preferred budget , I can recommend the most durable option or specific size for their needs.

Yep — there are some very good backpack markdowns right now, especially clearance at Walmart.

Best deals I found

• U.S. Polo Assn. 18" Kids Backpack - $9.60 (Walmart)

• Bentgo Kids School Backpack - $29.99 (Target)

• Jordan Air School Big Kids' Backpack - $34.97 (Nike)

• L.L.Bean Original Book Pack - $26.99 (Staples)

• Wonder Nation Kids 17" Backpack - $4.97 (Walmart)

• Walmart: kids' backpacks are getting cleared out, with some $1.99–$5.99 options. The Wonder Nation 17" was recently listed at $4.97, although that particular listing is currently out of stock.The Krazy Coupon Lady+1

• Target: Bentgo kids' backpacks are around $29.99, with some Wildkin styles marked down to $34.99.The Krazy Coupon Lady

• Nike: the Jordan Air School backpack is currently $34.97, down from $45.

• Staples: an L.L.Bean Original Book Pack is $26.99, marked down from $44.99.

• Best Buy: character backpacks such as Smurfs are $24.99 and Hello Kitty is $21.99.

My pick for a cheap school backpack: check Walmart first — the clearance prices are hard to beat. Current deal trackers are showing multiple kids' backpacks at 60% off or more.The Krazy Coupon Lady+1

If you tell me your kid's age/grade and your budget (e.g. under $20, $30, or $50), I can narrow it down to the best 5 options.