Best Sales to Shop Before Amazon Prime Day Goes Live: Walmart, Target and More
June 9, 2026
Amazon Prime Day gets a lot of attention this time of year, but it is far from the only game in town. Savvy retailers — including Target, Walmart, and Nordstrom — have started rolling out sales. And, honestly, they offer deals that are just as worthy of your attention as Amazon’s big sale event — and they’re already live.
Right now, you can get great deals across beauty, sneakers, home goods and more at major retailers and smaller, direct-to-consumer brands. To save you from having to dig through all the sales, I did the work for you and found a little over 31 Prime Day alternative deals that are worth your attention.
Best early tech deals
These lightweight, on-ear Bluetooth headphones are built for all-day listening. They have an impressive 50-hour battery life and USB-C for fast charging. They also have multipoint Bluetooth pairing, a built-in mic, and are compatible with Siri or Google Assistant.
The AirPods Pro 3 bring double the noise cancellation of their predecessor, a redesigned fit with five ear tip sizes and up to eight hours of battery life (per charge). Other features include built-in heart rate monitoring, live translation and upgraded hearing health tools.
The Beats Pill packs serious sound into a compact, go-anywhere design. It has up to 24 hours of battery life on a full charge and can also be used to juice up your phone. It is compatible with Apple and Android phones, supports stereo pairing, and doubles as a speakerphone.
More early tech deals
- 60% off Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales for PlayStation 5 at Best Buy
- 47% off Auoshi Portable Mini Projector at Walmart
- 40% off Ring Battery Doorbell at Home Depot
- 27% off Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Laptop at P.C. Richard & Son
- 21% off Fitbit Charge 6 at Walmart
Best early beauty deals
This sunscreen offers SPF 50 protection in a lightweight, non-greasy formula. It’s water resistant for up to 80 minutes, moisturizes all day, and is free from oxybenzone, octinoxate, parabens, PABA, phthalates, and dyes.
This citrus-scented serum combines vitamin C, vitamin B3, and lactic acid to brighten and hydrate dry, dull skin. It absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave behind a greasy or sticky residue. You can use it morning and night and it should be applied after cleansing but before moisturizer.
You get three products in this set: the brand’s Truth Juice Daily Cleanser, Banana Bright Eye Cream and Banana Bright Instant Glow Moisturizer. The cleanser contains orange fruit water to revive and refresh skin, while the moisturizer and eye cream contain hyaluronic acid to hydrate and light-reflecting pigments to brighten.
More early beauty deals
- 54% off Farmacy Green Clean Facial Cleansing Balm (Travel Size) at Target
- 40% off Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Rescue Solution at Sephora
- 30% off Paula’s Choice Hyaluronic Acid + Peptide Lip Booster at Paula’s Choice
- 25% off Neutrogena Collagen Bank Vitamin C Serum at Walmart
- 25% Naked Sundays Hydrating Glow Mist Setting Spray SPF 50+ at Ulta
Best early home deals
Stanley tumblers rarely go on major sale, but right now you can get this one for only $20. It has double-wall vacuum insulation to keep cold drinks chilled for hours and a leakproof flip-straw lid that makes it easy to take a sip and then seal it shut quickly. The bottom of the cup is narrower than the top, allowing it to fit in most cup holders.
Use this small Dutch oven to braise meats and more for just a few people. The enameled cast-iron is ovenproof up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and dishwasher safe (though the brand does recommend handwashing). It comes in several beautiful colors that make you proud to present your food when you have guests.
These Brooklinen sheets are made from 100 percent organic percale cotton and feel soft right out of the packaging. The set comes with a flat sheet, fitted sheet and two pillowcases — the standard set up for most beds. Right now, you can get three colors on sale, including a crisp white that’s perfect for summer and the rest of the year.
More early home deals
Best early sneaker deals
These running shoes are built to support you when you’re running on concrete or asphalt. They have a dual-layer midsole for extra cushioning and are super lightweight (they weigh just under 8 ounces). The sole also has a slight rocker shape to help propel you forward as you run.
A special-edition release, these sneakers take inspiration from early 2000s running silhouettes. They have the brand’s signature Abzorb cushioning, which includes built-in pods of cushioning for extra impact absorption. The sneakers also have a padded collar for comfort and a mesh upper for breathability.
A breathable mesh upper promotes airflow so your feet won’t overheat when wearing these sneakers. The shoes also have extra foam at the midsole for comfort, and reflective accents that are helpful if you work out in the early morning or late in the evening.
More early sneaker deals
Why are these deals worth it?
Amazon Prime Day deals are exclusively for Prime members and don’t start for another couple of weeks, while these deals have no restrictions on who can shop them — and they’re available now.
Retailers like Nordstrom, Sur La Table and Sephora also have shipping offers, and
- Up to 74% off
- Popular brands like Dyson, Hoka, Neutrogena and Le Creuset are on sale
- Highly-rated products with a four-star average rating from hundreds of shoppers
Why trust NBC Select?
I’m a commerce editor at NBC Select who covers a variety of topics, including home, tech and beauty. I have been covering major shopping events like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday for more than a decade.
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