The Best Time to Buy Patio Furniture (2027 Guide)
The best time to buy patio furniture is late summer to early fall, roughly August to October. That is when stores clear outdoor stock to make room for next year’s collections, and discounts are at their deepest. Holiday weekends (Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day) bring smaller sales during the season, and spring is when you get the widest selection but the fewest discounts.
When does patio furniture go on sale?
Most retailers follow the same calendar. New outdoor collections arrive in late winter, demand peaks in spring and early summer, and whatever is left gets marked down once summer ends. The pattern is reliable enough to plan around:
- End-of-season clearance (August to October): the biggest discounts of the year, but on whatever is left in stock.
- Holiday weekends: Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day are the three main outdoor sale weekends. Labor Day often overlaps with clearance.
- Black Friday: some retailers include leftover outdoor stock, though selection is thin by then.
Best time to buy patio furniture, month by month
| Month | What to expect |
|---|---|
| January | Off-season. Little in stock, a good time to plan and order made-to-order pieces. |
| February–March | New collections arrive. Full selection, very few discounts. |
| April–May | Peak buying season. Memorial Day sales at the end of May. |
| June–July | Fourth of July sales. Popular pieces start selling out. |
| August–September | End-of-season clearance and Labor Day. Usually the deepest discounts. |
| October | Final clearance on what is left. Low prices, limited choice. |
| November | Some Black Friday deals on leftover stock. |
| December | Off-season. Order now if you want made-to-order pieces in place by spring. |
When is the best time to buy outdoor furniture in Los Angeles?
The national calendar still applies, but in Southern California you use a patio for most of the year, so there is less reason to wait. Buying in fall or winter means the furniture is in place for the long warm stretch from spring to late fall, rather than arriving halfway through it.
What about luxury and designer outdoor furniture?
The calendar above describes mass-market retailers that buy large quantities of stock and need to clear it. High-end European brands work differently. Most pieces from makers like Roda, Ethimo, Manutti and Gandia Blasco are made to order in your chosen frame, fabric and size, so there is no warehouse of leftover stock to discount, and deep seasonal sales are rare.
With these brands, timing matters for a different reason: lead time. Made-to-order pieces are produced in Italy, Spain or elsewhere in Europe and shipped, which can take several months. If you want new furniture in place for spring and summer, the best time to order is fall or early winter. Ordering in May for a June party is where most people run into trouble.
If you need something sooner, our Quick Delivery collection lists pieces available on shorter lead times. For everything else, ask us for the current lead time on the specific piece and finish you want.
Tips for getting it right, whenever you buy
- Measure first. Allow about 24 inches to walk around furniture and 30 to 36 inches behind dining chairs.
- Choose the material for your conditions. Powder-coated aluminum, teak and synthetic woven fibers handle sun and sea air well; check how cushions and fabrics are rated for UV.
- Sit on it. Seat depth and height vary a lot between brands. Try pieces in person before ordering anything you will use every day.
- Budget for covers and storage. They add years to cushions and finishes.
You can see and sit on our outdoor furniture in Los Angeles at the showroom at 8770 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, open Monday to Friday 10 AM–6 PM and Saturday 10:30 AM–6 PM. Call (310) 855-1755 or book a visit.
