5 Must-Have Items From Target for August 2024

If the date on the calendar wasn’t warning enough, the triple or near triple digits on the thermostat should tell you that August is on the way. The dog days are bringing more than just a panting heat — they’re also bringing some pretty great sales to help you and your budget stay cool.

As a regular Target shopper, you already know that you can find some of the items that make summer just a bit more bearable at Target. GOBankingRates took a look at some end-of-summer steals that you can find at Target.

Whether you’re hoping to blot out the sounds of kiddos playing at the pool or looking for some musical companionship while out on your run, you would do well to snap up these elite second-generation airpods, which include smart noise cancellation as well as exemplary three-dimensional sound and battery life.

Normally priced at $249.99, summer sale prices have these earpods down to the groovy price of $189.99.

If you’re looking for a comfortable, breathable flat that can carry you from the office to the café, versatile enough to be paired with your favorite pair of jeans or that dress that lights up your eyes, look no further than these ballet flats. Available in a myriad of neutral colors, the shoes are priced at just $14.99.

In the summer swelter, it’s hard to look or feel good — and hair care is no exception. Billed as  “super-charged honey curl custard for the ‘woke up like this’ win,” this product hydrates, protects and defines curls without a crunch or flaky residue. For luscious curls, infused with aloe and vitamins B, C and E, invest in this 16-ounce jar of curl enhancer for just $13.69.

Caught in a storm? Stuck inside because of the heat? If you’re a savvy Target shopper, you already have the solution to alleviate your boredom. The Unstable Unicorns card game gives you a chance to build your own unicorn army and unleash adorable havoc on your friends. For only $20.49, you can have hours of fun.

The dog days can be particularly rough — or “ruff” — on our four-legged friends, so it’s imperative to keep them hydrated, especially on-the-go. With this two-piece portable dog bowl set, you can set down a water bowl anytime they need it, keeping them healthy and safe. Available in several bright colors, it is priced at just $29.99.