It’s almost time for Target Circle Week at Target.
The retailer’s seasonal shopping event, Target Circle Week, returns October 6-12 and, according to Target, features the largest holiday assortment ever – 50% more new items than last year.
Earlier this year, Target hosted Target Circle Week in April, followed by summer Target Circle Week in July. The event, October 6-12, signals an acceleration of the pre-holiday shopping season, which includes Amazon Prime Day in October (date not yet announced).
More than half of Target’s holiday assortment is exclusive, the retailer says. Among the upcoming holiday items are: many toys for under $20 and Wondershop holiday items for $10 or less, thousands of holiday gifts for under $5 and festive clothing and accessories starting at $5.
“Consumers are gearing up for one of the most exciting times of the year, which is why we’re relying on the magic of Tarzhay like never before – with assortment, value and an experience that only Target can deliver,” said Rick Gomez, Target’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer, in a press release. “From exclusive offers only at Target to the return of Target Circle Week and great deals every day, our plans are unmistakably Target and will add extra sparkle and joy to the holidays.”
Target will also have daily deals every day of Target Circle Week — and again starting November 1 for the rest of the holiday shopping season.
If you’re looking for work, Target plans to hire about 100,000 seasonal workers for its stores and supply chains, the company said. More than half of last year’s seasonal workers have also been offered permanent positions. Interested parties can apply on TargetSeasonalJobs.com starting Sept. 25.
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For shoppers looking to get an early start on their holiday shopping, here are some of the items Target will be stocking its shelves with:
- More than 1,000 new toys from Disney, LEGO and FAO Schwarz and other major brands.
- More than 100 new and exclusive beauty gift items from brands such as Papatui, Being Frenshe and Fine’ry.
- New food and drink items from British retailer Marks & Spencer, plus new home items like London-themed decor pieces and mugs, all under $20.
- A variety of “Wicked”-related products and in-store activations (Target is the main retail spot for the film, which hits theaters Nov. 27).
- The new Bullseye shopping departments in nearly 200 stores will feature Target-branded gifts (most priced under $25), including jewelry, toys featuring Target’s terrier mascot, Bullseye, and other Target items from Polly Pocket, Funko, Barbie, Pez and more.
How to sign up for Target Circle
Customers can sign up for a free Target Circle account online or through the Target app.
The Target Circle Store Credit Card also lets shoppers save an additional 5% on purchases, get free two-day shipping, and an additional 30 days to return items. Signing up for the card is free initially and also includes a discounted Target Circle 360 membership ($49 per year, $50 in savings); Target Circle 360 features include unlimited same-day delivery from Target and dozens of other retailers, and free two-day delivery on orders of $35 or more.
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