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It’s High Time to Upgrade Your Patio, and These Sales Will Help You Do It on Budget

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News flash: It’s May. Summer will be here in just a few short weeks, meaning it’s time to get your outdoor space in shape for the season. Now is a great time to do so because the weeks between now and Memorial Day will bring some of the best outdoor furniture sales of the year. (You’ll likely have to wait until Labor Day for comparable deals after Memorial Day.)

“Early spring is an ideal time to shop for patio furniture,” says Lexie Sachs, the executive director of the Good Housekeeping Institute. In addition to getting your space set up in time to use it by summer, she also points out that “you’re more likely to find back-ordered items if you wait until the peak shopping season when everyone is upgrading their outdoor furniture.”

Down below, we rounded up all the best outdoor furniture sales happening this weekend at retailers like Wayfair, Amazon, West Elm, Frontgate and more. And directly ahead are some of our favorite finds from the lot.

Our Favorite Outdoor Furniture Deals At A Glance

4-Piece Outdoor Patio Furniture Sets

Wisteria Lane 4-Piece Outdoor Patio Furniture Sets

Now 22% Off

Merton 7-Piece Modular Patio Conversation Set

Sol 72 Merton 7-Piece Modular Patio Conversation Set

Now 23% Off

5-Piece Wicker Dining Sectional Set

Brookbury 5-Piece Wicker Dining Sectional Set

Now 22% Off

Langport Solid Wood Adirondack Chair

Beachcrest Home Langport Solid Wood Adirondack Chair

Now 57% Off

Teak & Aluminum Outdoor Dining Table

Outer Teak & Aluminum Outdoor Dining Table

Now 70% Off

Kotelu Washed Oak Sofa

Article Kotelu Washed Oak Sofa

Now 40% Off

3-Piece Set with Cushioned Chairs and Tempered Glass Table

Costway 3-Piece Set with Cushioned Chairs and Tempered Glass Table

Now 53% Off

Adjustable Zero Gravity Lounge Chairs (Set of 2)

Adjustable Zero Gravity Lounge Chairs (Set of 2)

Now 23% Off

Round Daybed with Retractable Canopy

Walsunny Round Daybed with Retractable Canopy

Now 34% Off

Lago Octagonal Market Umbrella

Birch Lane Lago Octagonal Market Umbrella

Now 46% Off

Colorblock Indoor/Outdoor Throw Pillow

West Elm Colorblock Indoor/Outdoor Throw Pillow

Now 49% Off

Concrete Fluted Outdoor Planter, 9.5"

Pottery Barn Concrete Fluted Outdoor Planter, 9.5″

Now 17% Off


More of the Best Outdoor Furniture Sales of 2024

In case you missed it, Wayfair’s annual Way Day sale is back this weekend (May 4 to May 6, 2024). Every year, the sale brings unmissable deals on patio furniture and outdoor decor. We have an entire story dedicated to the best Way Day outdoor furniture deals, but to keep it short and sweet, you can expect to find discounts up to 80% off everything from conversation sets and Adirondack chairs to outdoor rugs, dining sets, planters, outdoor lighting and more.

Amazon shoppers will know that the site is a constant treasure trove of deals if you know where to look. This month, we weren’t surprised to find outdoor deals on both small upgrades like string lights and full outdoor sets. One of our favorites, this four-piece set with a loveseat, two chairs and a coffee table is 20% off now. A GH product analyst who tested the set found it both comfortable and attractive and shared that it has held up well for more than two years on a covered patio.

Some of the best outdoor furniture at Walmart is on sale right now. This sectional-dining set hybrid includes seating for seven and a wicker table with plenty of space for cocktails and dinner plates, while this daybed with a retractable canopy will bring major resort vibes to your backyard.

Article is one of our favorite places to shop for affordable outdoor furniture high on style. The brand’s sale section has some great options available now, and even more to come during its Memorial Day sale later this month. (Our pick: this Scandinavian-inspired couch with a light, breezy oak and rope frame and a generous helping of cushions and throw pillows included.)

During Target’s Spring Home Sale, take up to 40% off just about anything you need to refresh your space ahead of the summer — outdoor furniture and decor, included.

Another great store to find outdoor furniture, West Elm has select outdoor clearance up to 50% off right now, including smaller decorative touches like tabletop and throw pillows.

Frontgate is having up to 30% off right now, with an extra 10% off outdoor furniture and free shipping sitewide. Shop its most popular outdoor collections while on sale in their entirety, like the Isola style with teak wood frames and open-weave wicker (we love this chaise lounge, too).

Outer makes some of the most premium and durable outdoor furniture on the market. It also comes with a high price tag to match, so it’s smart to keep your eye out for sales — though, they are few and far between. The brand will almost certainly have a Memorial Day sale, but its last-chance clearance and open box section are where you’ll find the steepest markdowns.

If you didn’t know, Birch Lane is one of Wayfair’s sister brands, so the site is hosting a massive sale this weekend to coincide with Way Day. Save up to 70% off all things outdoor, including furniture, lighting, serveware and decor from May 4 to May 6.

Lowe’s annual spring sale event is running now, and if you know Lowe’s, you’ll also know that it extends far beyond outdoor furniture to include lawn tools, grills, gardening esssentials and more. Hint: The sale is also happening in retail locations, so if you prefer to shop in person, Lowe’s would be a great place to try this weekend.

Pottery Barn is prepping for “warmer days ahead” — its hosting an outdoor and garden sale right now with discounts up to 50% off.

If you ask us, Anthropologie is an underrated home store. Its having a shop-for-credit promo this weekend, where if you spend $150, you’ll get a $50 store credit, and if you spend $300, you’ll get a $100 store credit. That won’t be hard to hit if you’re shopping it’s gorgeous al fresco collection. (While you’re there check out the viral Primrose mirror on sale!).

AllModern is having its Biggest Sale of the Year this weekend with up to 70% off all things home and outdoor — with the site’s mid-century modern twist, of course.

Nathan James’ furniture has a specific blend of boho-chic meets modern, making the brand perfect if your tastes lie somewhere between the two popular aesthetics. Its outdoor furniture is no exception, and many styles are on sale now — most pieces are under $1,000.

Shop Serena & Lily’s Coast to Coast Sale for up to 20% off some of the brand’s signature pieces, like these Parisian bistro-inspired rattan dining chairs. Use the promo code “SALE” at checkout.

The Home Depot’s spring Decor Day sale is in full swing with up to 50% off just about everything — outdoor furniture, included.

Joss & Main is another Wayfair sister brand hosting a big Way Day-adjacent sale with discounts up to 70% off this weekend. Joss & Main specializes in contemporary styles, and it has a huge outdoor collection to choose from.


What to consider when shopping for the best outdoor furniture deals

When it comes time to shop, Sachs recommends considering how much space you have and how many people you expect to use it to decide what pieces you need. Adirondack chairs are great for casual family hangouts, while an outdoor dining table would take weekend dinner parties to the next level.

Also, pay close attention to weather-resistance claims: The material you choose (wood, metal, rattan, plastic, etc.) and the manufacturing (does it have a waterproof coating, or not?) will determine if your furniture needs to be covered overnight, stored for winter and so on, to extend its lifespan.

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