Dollar General New Markdowns For December 2025

If you love clearance shopping at Dollar General, this is the update you’ve been waiting for. New markdowns have just dropped, and that means these items are officially on the clearance path.

Here’s why this matters

When the first Dollar General clearance sale of the year rolls around, these newly marked-down items will ring up at an additional 50% off the already reduced price.

That’s how clearance turns into stock-up prices.

What Does “New Markdowns” Mean?

When Dollar General marks items down for the first time:

They are added to the clearance system
Prices will continue to drop over time
They qualify for extra 50% off during clearance events
Some may eventually penny out if they are not pulled

This is your early heads-up to start scanning shelves now.

Categories to Watch Closely

From what we’re seeing, this batch includes:

Seasonal cleaners and dish soap
Freeze-dried candy
Health, first aid, and pain relief items
Lice treatments, patches, and medical supplies

These categories tend to sell fast once clearance events begin, especially health and household essentials.

Dollar General Clearance Schedule 2026

Important Dollar General Clearance Tips

Do not rely on the Dollar General app for inventory — it is often inaccurate
Always scan items in store using the DG app
Clearance prices vary by store
Some locations may pull items before events start

Pro tip: Check endcaps, clearance sections, medicine aisles, and seasonal transitions.

Final Thoughts

If you’re planning to shop the first Dollar General clearance sale of the year, this list is one to save. These items are already marked down — and when that extra 50% off hits, the deals can get really good.

Bookmark this post and check back — I’ll update if prices drop further or if any of these head toward penny status.

Happy clearance hunting!