Target is running aggressive discounts across every department, stacking gift-card bonuses, clearance markdowns, and exclusive member perks into one of the retailer’s deepest savings events of the year.
At a Glance
- New Target Circle cardholders get $50 off any purchase of $50 or more-no promo code needed.
- Circle members unlock weekly deals: up to 50% off LEGO, Disney toys, Dyson vacuums, beauty, and dresses.
- Paid Circle 360 membership drops to $5 a month for students and government-assistance shoppers.
- Why it matters: Shoppers can combine instant cash credits, clearance pricing, and loyalty perks to cut totals in half or more.
$50 Instant Credit for New Cardholders
Signing up for a Target Circle Credit or Debit Card triggers an automatic $50 discount on the first $50-plus purchase. The same bonus applies to a new Circle Reloadable account-no code required at checkout. Approval is instant for most applicants, and the credit posts to the same transaction.
Weekly Circle Deals Top 50% Off
Target refreshes member-only coupons every Sunday. This week’s highlights:
- $15 gift card when you spend $100 on household essentials
- 25% off Disney toys
- 40% off Dyson vacuums
- 25% off beauty and wellness
- 40% off women’s dresses
Deals auto-load to the customer’s account; clipping digital coupons activates them at the register or online.
Valentine’s Day Buys: BOGO Candy and 40% Hair Tools
Seasonal promotions run through February 14. Shoppers score buy-one-get-one 50% off on candy and chocolates, plus 40% off hair appliances. Beauty discounts climb to 50% off bestselling skin-care brands-Peter Thomas Roth, Clinique, Peach & Lily-during the “Love Your Skin” event. Linking a Target Circle account to Ulta Beauty Rewards doubles loyalty points on each purchase.
Clearance Markdowns Hit 70% Off
Online clearance items drop in three stages: 30%, 50%, then 70%. Filters inside the Deals tab flag final markdowns on clothing, home décor, toys, and seasonal goods. Dozens of under-$20 bargains populate a dedicated landing page updated hourly.
Circle 360 Membership Cuts Prices Further
The paid tier costs $11 a month or $99 a year-about $8.25 monthly. Benefits include:
- 5% off every in-store and online order
- Free two-day shipping and free next-day delivery
- 30 extra days for returns
- Early access to online sales
- Monthly freebies (recent giveaways include snack packs, beauty minis, and pet treats)
- Same-day delivery from Target, CVS, PetSmart, Petco, Lowe’s, Office Depot, and 7-Eleven
Cardholders receive an additional 5% off and 50% off the membership fee, bringing the annual cost down to $49.
Students and Government Assistance Qualify for $5 Plan
Students upload a class schedule, student ID, or tuition receipt to drop the monthly Circle 360 fee to $5, saving $48 a year. Shoppers on SNAP, WIC, Medicaid, or other government programs pay the same discounted rate and keep every premium perk.
How to Stack the Savings
- Open a Circle card for the $50 instant credit.
- Add weekly Circle coupons to your account.
- Shop clearance filters for 50-70% off.
- Pay with the Circle card for an extra 5% off and free shipping.
- Activate the 14-day free trial of Circle 360 if you need same-day delivery or want the extended return window.
Target’s register automatically applies every eligible discount in the correct sequence, so shoppers see the final total drop at checkout.
Key Takeaways
- No promo code is required for the headline $50 bonus-approval for any Circle financial product triggers the credit.
- Members can layer instant credits, weekly deals, clearance pricing, and loyalty discounts on a single basket.
- Students and government-assistance customers pay $5 a month for Circle 360, the lowest price Target has offered for the premium plan.
