Great news, deal hunters! Dollar General just announced a CORE Clearance Event running Friday 10/03 through Thursday 10/09. A CORE event means everyday, non-seasonal categories are in play—think cleaning, laundry, paper goods, personal care/beauty, OTC, pet, baby, home, and air care. Even better, new items were added to this round, so expect fresh SKUs hitting the clearance section and endcaps throughout the week.
⚠️ Availability varies by store. Selection can change daily as stores pull and re-ticket inventory. Always scan in the DG app to confirm prices at your selected store.
What “CORE” Means (and why it’s big)
CORE = your everyday aisles. Unlike seasonal events (holiday décor, summer, BTS, etc.), CORE clearances can include brand-name and private-label staples you actually rebuy—the best time to stock up.
New Items Included
Reports indicate newly added CORE items are part of this run. Watch for:
Packaging updates or discontinued sizes/scents
Private-label resets
Items migrating from everyday shelves to the clearance section
Pro tip: scan products that look new to clearance (odd tag, older packaging, last-of-line colors/scents).
Key Dates & Smart Strategy
Event window:10/03–10/09 (Friday–Thursday)
Saturday stack: If a $5.00/$25.00 coupon is available on Saturday 10/04, plan your big haul that day.
Scan first: Use the DG app with the correct store selected to verify markdowns and attaching coupons.
Stack, where eligible: Clearance markdowns + DG digital coupons; manufacturer coupons may or may not attach—register is final.
Threshold math reminder: $5.00/$25.00 typically applies before tax & manufacturer coupons and after instant savings/store discounts.
How to Prep (Fast Checklist)
Clip DG digitals early (watch for brand/store coupons).
Make a route—clearance section, endcaps, and regular aisles.
Scan everything—some tags lag; the app/pos confirms your store’s price.
Shop early (best selection) and recheck mid-week (stores add pulls).
Keep receipts in case you need to troubleshoot in-app prices later.
Pattern Watch (Why this week makes sense)
Early October week-long CORE clearances have been common in recent years, often followed by another shorter October event—then a larger mid-November Core run. If you love a pattern play, this one lines up.
Final Word
This CORE event is a prime chance to stock everyday basics at deep discounts—especially with new items included. Clip, scan, and plan your Saturday stack if a $5.00/$25.00 drops. Happy hunting!
