AliExpress Sales 2026: Dates You Need To Know
AliExpress does not run one single sale; it runs a rolling calendar of events. The biggest ones, according to deal trackers, are the 3.28 Anniversary Sale in March, the 6.18 mid-year sale in June, the 11.11 Global Shopping Festival in November (with Black Friday overlapping), plus smaller seasonal events such as a New Year promotion. Below we explain what each event typically involves, which dates are reported for 2026, and how to plan around them. Nothing here is an official AliExpress announcement, so confirm the exact days in the official app before you buy.
A quick note for readers in India
India banned the AliExpress app and site in 2020, and access from within the country remains restricted. If you are in India, first check whether you can legally and reliably order. This calendar is most helpful for readers abroad or those shopping for delivery elsewhere. For Indian festive sales, see our Amazon coupons page and our guide to upcoming Amazon sales in 2026.
AliExpress sale calendar at a glance
| Event | Usual timing | What we found for 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Anniversary Sale (3.28) | March | One tracker reports it ran from 16 to 25 March 2026 |
| Mid-year sale (6.18) | June | Dates vary; check the app |
| 11.11 Global Shopping Festival | November | One tracker lists warm-up 8 to 10 Nov, main event 11 to 19 Nov |
| Black Friday | Late November | Usually overlaps with 11.11 tail or follows it |
| New Year promotion | Late December to about 10 January | Pattern from past years, unconfirmed |
The 2026 dates come from third-party trackers such as Boom Codes Now, Salendar and MegaBonus. They can disagree with each other, and AliExpress can change its schedule, so treat them as a guide.
Sale by sale breakdown
Anniversary Sale (3.28)
This event celebrates AliExpress's founding and has traditionally been one of the larger events. Trackers say it typically brings sitewide discounts plus platform vouchers. For 2026, one source reports the window as 16 to 25 March. That has already passed, so use it as a pattern for next year.
6.18 mid-year sale
Sitting in June, this sale is often positioned as a mid-year clearance and a chance to buy summer items. Coverage of it tends to be lighter than 11.11, and the exact days shift, so we will not give specific 2026 dates.
11.11 Global Shopping Festival
This is the flagship event. It grew out of China's Singles' Day and is the one to plan for. Trackers list a warm-up around 8 to 10 November 2026 and a main run from 11 to 19 November 2026. Expect:
- Platform-wide coupons and collectable vouchers
- Coin or points-based rewards for engaging in the app
- Bundle deals and limited-time flash pricing
- Big promotional numbers on selected items
Discount claims such as "up to 90% off" appear in marketing coverage, but they apply to selected products, not the whole catalogue.
Black Friday
Black Friday usually follows 11.11 in late November. It overlaps with other retailers' campaigns, so it is a good moment to compare prices across stores. See our DHgate coupons for a comparison marketplace.
New Year promotion
As covered in our AliExpress New Year sale guide, this runs from late December to around 10 January and is smaller in scale.
How the events differ
| Feature | 11.11 | Anniversary | New Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scale | Largest | Large | Smaller |
| Best for | Electronics, home, fashion | Broad savings | Clearance, decor |
| Coupon variety | Widest | Wide | Moderate |
| Shipping risk | Delivery rush | Normal | Holiday slowdown |
How to prepare for any AliExpress sale
Track prices in advance
Save products to your wishlist a few weeks ahead and note the price. This shows whether the "sale" price is real.
Collect coupons early
AliExpress often lets you collect vouchers or claim coins before the event starts. Check the app's event page, since the rules change each time.
Set a budget and a shortlist
Sales are designed to make you buy more. Decide what you actually need and stick to it.
Check the seller, not just the price
Ratings, order count, and return policy matter more than a few rupees or dollars saved.
Plan for shipping and duties
Big events cause parcel backlogs. Order early to avoid arriving late for gifts, and check customs rules in your country.
Mistakes to avoid
- Relying on a single tracker for dates
- Buying from listings with no reviews just because they are cheap
- Ignoring the difference between price and total cost after shipping
- Using coupon codes from random social posts; verify inside the app
- Paying outside the official checkout
Frequently asked questions
When is the next AliExpress sale?
The next big event after late September is 11.11 in November, with a reported warm-up from 8 to 10 November 2026 and a main run to 19 November. Confirm in the app.
When is the AliExpress Anniversary Sale?
It traditionally falls in March around the 3.28 date. One tracker says the 2026 edition ran 16 to 25 March.
Is 11.11 better than Black Friday?
They are similar in scale for many shoppers. Compare the final price on the same item; sometimes one has better coupons.
Do AliExpress prices really drop by 90%?
Only on selected items and often from high list prices. Do not expect that across the store.
Is AliExpress available in India?
Access has been restricted since 2020. Check before you shop, and follow local rules.
Conclusion
Plan around 11.11 as the main event, with the anniversary and mid-year sales as secondary chances and the New Year window for leftovers. Use trackers for orientation, but rely on the official app for exact dates, and shop cautiously with tracked shipping and reputable sellers.
