Florida’s firearms sales tax holiday is back in 2026, and this year it includes an extra category of gear. The tax-free window opens on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, and runs through Thursday, December 31, 2026. During those four months, qualifying firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories are exempt from state and local sales tax. That covers pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammunition, and a long list of accessories such as holsters, magazines, optics, slings, triggers, suppressors, and cases.
The 2026 holiday builds on the first Second Amendment sales tax holiday Florida held in 2025. Lawmakers brought it back during the 2026 special session and expanded the list of eligible items. The Florida Department of Revenue sets out the rules in Tax Information Publication 26A01-06, which covers the 2026 Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday. For gun owners, hunters, and sport shooters, the result is simple: more buying power during the final months of the year.
When Does the Florida Firearms Sales Tax Holiday Run in 2026?
The holiday begins Tuesday, September 1, 2026, and ends Thursday, December 31, 2026. That gives buyers a full four-month window to make purchases. The exemption applies to retail sales of eligible items during that period, and it follows the same schedule as Florida’s 2026 Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday.
- Start date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- End date: Thursday, December 31, 2026
- Exemption applies to retail sales; rentals are not covered
- Purchases made for commercial use are not covered
- Authority: Section 43, Chapter 2026-239, Laws of Florida
Which Firearms, Ammunition, and Accessories Are Tax-Free?
Eligible purchases fall into three broad categories. For the core firearm categories, there is no price cap. A buyer can spend $300 or $3,000 and still receive the same exemption, as long as the item qualifies and the sale happens during the holiday window.
Firearms: Pistols, Rifles, and Shotguns
Pistols, rifles, and shotguns all qualify for the tax exemption during the holiday. The tax relief applies across firearm types, so whether you are shopping for a concealed-carry handgun, a home-defense shotgun, or a precision rifle, the same rules apply. There is no price limit attached to eligible firearm purchases.
Ammunition
Ammunition is also tax-free during the window. Shooters who stock up on pistol and rifle rounds can do so without paying sales tax on those purchases. Because there is no price cap, the savings scale with the size of the order, which makes the holiday a practical time to buy in bulk while supplies are available.
Firearm Accessories
Accessories are a major part of the 2026 holiday. Holsters, magazines, optics, slings, triggers, cases, and similar gear all qualify for tax-free treatment. Upgrades like a new red dot sight or spare magazines become more affordable when the sales tax is removed. As with firearms and ammunition, no price cap applies to qualifying accessories.
Suppressors Were Added for 2026
One notable change for 2026 is the addition of suppressors. HB 7031-E added suppressors to the Second Amendment sales tax holiday, which means they receive the same tax-free treatment as other firearm accessories. That is welcome news for shooters who have been waiting for a better time to complete a suppressor purchase. Standard federal and state transfer requirements for suppressors still apply.
Camping and Fishing Supplies Are Included but Have Price Caps
The official Department of Revenue publication calls this the 2026 Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday, and that broader name matters. Camping and fishing supplies are part of the same tax-free period. However, these items are treated differently from firearms and ammunition. Camping and fishing supplies come with separate price caps that vary by item and can range from $30 to $200 depending on the product. Hunting-related items such as firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories are exempt without those same caps.
| Category | Tax Treatment During the 2026 Holiday |
|---|---|
| Firearms (pistols, rifles, shotguns) | Exempt, no price cap |
| Ammunition | Exempt, no price cap |
| Firearm accessories (holsters, magazines, optics, slings, triggers, cases) | Exempt, no price cap |
| Suppressors | Exempt, no price cap |
| Camping supplies | Exempt if priced within the applicable caps |
| Fishing supplies | Exempt if priced within the applicable caps |
| Rentals and purchases for commercial use | Not exempt |
Because some thresholds apply to items sold individually and others apply when multiple items are sold together, it pays to review the official guidance before checkout. The Department of Revenue publication TIP 26A01-06 includes the full breakdown of eligible outdoor items and their price limits.
How the 2026 Tax Holiday Came Together
Florida’s Second Amendment sales tax holiday started in 2025. On September 8, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the first-ever holiday from Plant City, with the tax-free period running from September 8 through December 31, 2025. That initial version covered firearms, ammunition, bows, crossbows, accessories, and fishing and camping gear.
For 2026, the proposal moved through a special session of the Florida Legislature. The May 2026 session saw HB 7031-E add suppressors to the list of eligible items. The broader tax package, which also included relief on items like fishing gear and tennis tickets, passed the Senate 29-6 and the House 88-11. That package was estimated to reduce state and local revenue by $272.2 million, including $105 million in state general fund revenue in the next fiscal year.
What Shoppers Should Know Before Placing an Order
For customers of 31 M Armory, a veteran-owned online retailer, the holiday creates a clear opportunity to save on firearms, ammunition, and accessories. A few practical points can help make the process smoother.
- Confirm the sale date. The exemption applies only to purchases made between September 1 and December 31, 2026.
- Know your item. Firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories have no price cap. Camping and fishing products are limited by their own thresholds.
- Follow the standard transfer process for online firearm orders. Firearms still ship to a licensed FFL dealer for pickup, and the holiday does not change that requirement.
- Ask the retailer if you are unsure whether an accessory qualifies for the exemption.
- Order during the window to lock in the savings. Once the holiday ends on December 31, normal tax rules apply again.
The team at 31 M Armory can help shoppers confirm whether a specific firearm, ammunition order, or accessory is eligible before they commit to a purchase. With the tax-free window running for four months, there is time to plan the purchase carefully and get the right gear at a better price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to the questions Florida shoppers ask most often about the 2026 firearms sales tax holiday.
When does the Florida firearms sales tax holiday run in 2026?
The 2026 Second Amendment sales tax holiday runs from Tuesday, September 1, 2026, through Thursday, December 31, 2026. That gives shoppers four full months to buy eligible items. The state’s 2026 Hunting, Fishing, and Camping Sales Tax Holiday follows the same dates, so both tax-free periods run at the same time.
What purchases are tax-free during the holiday?
Qualifying firearms, including pistols, rifles, and shotguns, are tax-free, along with ammunition and firearm accessories such as holsters, magazines, optics, slings, triggers, suppressors, and cases. There is no price cap on those items. The holiday also covers certain camping and fishing supplies, but those categories carry their own price limits.
Is there a price limit for guns, ammunition, or accessories?
No. Qualifying firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories are exempt from state and local sales tax with no price cap during the holiday. A premium rifle or optic qualifies the same as an entry-level model, as long as the item is eligible and purchased at retail. Camping and fishing supplies are handled separately and do have price caps.
Are suppressors covered in 2026?
Yes. HB 7031-E added suppressors to the 2026 Second Amendment sales tax holiday. A suppressor purchased from September 1 through December 31, 2026, qualifies for the exemption like other firearm accessories. Buyers should still follow all federal and state requirements that apply to suppressor purchases, including the standard transfer process.
Do camping and fishing items qualify, and do they have limits?
Camping and fishing supplies are included in the holiday, but they have separate price caps that vary by item, generally from $30 to $200 depending on the product. Eligible retail purchases qualify, while rentals and purchases made for commercial use do not. Check the Florida Department of Revenue publication TIP 26A01-06 for the full list of qualifying outdoor items.
