Expect busy parking lots outside stores this weekend as Massachusetts waives its sales tax for many purchases.

The state's 6.25% sales tax will not be collected on Saturday and Sunday for most personal purchases up to $2,500.

With new tariffs in effect, and the threat of 100% tariffs on computer chips, consumers may step up shopping to avoid price hikes in the future. But advocates urger shoppers to focus on getting a good deal.

“I don't think it's going to affect this weekend except for people who panic because they hear the tariffs are in effect. ‘I better get it now before the price jumps.’ It really isn't clear when prices are going up,” said Edgar Dworsky of ConsumerWorld.org.

The Massachusetts sales tax holiday went from a tradition to a legal requirement after the passage of a l

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