DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Those preparing for the new school year in Iowa might want to wait a few weekends before hitting the back-to-school sales. Des Moines television station KCCI reports that Iowa’s annual sales-tax-free shopping holiday is set for Aug. 5-6.

The annual sales tax holiday coincides with back-to-school shopping. It allows shoppers to buy select clothing and footwear priced at less than $100 without paying sales tax or local option taxes. The two days are usually among the best of the year for Iowa retailers. To learn more about the rules, visit https://tax.iowa.gov/iowas-annual-sales-tax-holiday .