Amazon Prime Day has been a fixture of mid-summer since it began in 2015, capturing, I guess, the enthusiasm we all have for post July 4th bargain shopping. But that all changes this year, as the online retailer’s signature sale event is getting moved up to the first days of summer in June.
Some of our favorite early Prime Day deals
The iconic food processor is 23% off: Cusinart 14-Cup Food Processor
A set of the best nonstick skillets is 19% off: Greenpan Valencia 3 Skillet Set
An instant read thermometer you'll use for multiple meals a week is 21% off: Typhur Instaprobe
An amazing budget immersion blender is even cheaper now: Cuisinart Smart Stick
A splurge-worthy chef's knife is 24% off: Wusthof Ikon Chef's Knife
Frankly, it’s a welcome change as warm weather is already here with backyard barbecues and park picnic hangs popping up. That means all of the cookware, kitchen tools, grilling gadgets, baking accessories, and cleaning supplies will come in handy well before the winter holidays hit. Check out some of the best deals and discounts you can find ahead of Prime Day below.
When is Amazon Prime Day 2026?
Typically, Prime Day has occurred in the middle of July, however for 2026, Amazon has moved up the date of its biggest bespoke sale to June. This year, Prime Day will occur from Tuesday, June 23 through Friday, June 26. Over four days, shoppers will find ongoing deals as well as some flash sales for one day (or a few hours) only dropping at 12 a.m., 8 a.m., and 1 p.m. PDT (3 a.m., 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. EDT) on each day of the event.
Amazon has hosted a similar Big Deal Days sales event in the fall, meaning you don’t necessarily have to think about your gifting season shopping just yet — but you might find a few discounted giftable items too good to pass up.
How do I access Amazon Prime Day Deals?
In order to score Prime Day discounts (and the best prices on Amazon more broadly), you will need an Amazon Prime membership. Currently, membership costs either $14.99 per month or $139 for a discounted annual subscription. It includes free same-day, one-day, and two-day shipping on eligible items as well as access to grocery delivery from Amazon and Whole Foods Market. Other benefits include Grubhub+ membership, Amazon Music access, photo and video cloud storage, plus gas station discounts and some prescription savings. More recently Amazon has started offering discounted monthly memberships starting at $6.99/month for those receiving government assistance or meeting certain income requirements and $7.49/month for “young adults” ages 18 to 24.
The best kitchen deals on Amazon before Prime Day
Prime Day hasn’t started just yet, but that doesn't mean you can’t find some savings available on must-have cooking equipment and appliances. Here are some current deals we’ve already found ahead of Prime Day.
Cookware on sale right now
Prime Day deals usually include must-have items like Le Creuset and other Dutch ovens, stainless steel and nonstick cookware, as well as baking pans for bread, cookies, cakes and more. If you need some cookware right away, here’s what’s already on sale, including those indispensable Nordic Ware baking sheets.
Grilling gear and accessories on sale right now
Post-Memorial Day is officially grilling season, so kick off your summer of cookouts right with a wireless meat thermometer, heat-resistant gloves, and more grill gear.
Kitchen tools and gadgets on sale right now
You can’t have too many gadgets as long as you have the right gadgets. We’ve already found some of our favorite hand mixers, immersion blenders and other tools on sale before Prime Day.
Knives on sale right now
A good chef needs a good knife, and some of our favorite all-around chefs knives are currently on sale. But so are specialty blades for slicing, paring, and eating steak.
Countertop appliances on sale right now
When it starts getting too hot to preheat the oven, reach for these air fryers and toaster ovens, plus other countertop workhorses like Vitamix blenders including, food processors, and stand mixers. And don’t forget about coffee makers for your perfect hot or iced morning cup.
Picnic and outdoor entertaining items on sale right now
As your hosting duties head outdoors, you’ll need coolers and other equipment to keep things cool. Some of our favorite hard coolers and soft coolers from RTIC, Yeti, and Stanley are on early sale now.
