Get a head start on your holiday shopping this week with sales events at Amazon, Walmart, Kohl's and Target. Here's everything to know.

Major holiday sales are kicking off this week, starting with Target's on Sunday. Why it matters: Consumers are set to benefit from steep discounts ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday as the election and a late Thanksgiving push stores to launch promotions earlier.

Amazon’s deal hub is full of stellar finds this week, and the best discounts are under $25. Save up to 66 percent on customer favorites across home, fashion, kitchen, tech, and more from Yankee Candle,

Toss Ziploc’s 8-ounce twist-top containers in a snack bag or lunch box filled with a few handfuls of grapes or a scoop of peanut butter with sliced apples. Since the set is 60% off, each container is just $2.50 apiece for a limited time.

The weekend is here and there's no sign that Amazon is slowing down in the buildup to its Prime Big Deal Days sale on October 8 – 9. From what I've seen so far this two-day sale is going to be the second Prime Day in all but name with all early offers currently available at the retailer.

The Walmart Holiday Deals eventClick here for more is running Oct. 8-13 with deep discounts on electronics, home, fashion, toys and more! Details This early holiday shopping eventClick here for more begins Tuesday,

Although the Holiday Deals event is open to all customers, Walmart+ members will get early access and can start shopping 12 hours earlier than non-members. (Walmart+ members also