Big Lots offers a 10% discount to customers aged 55 and older on most regular-priced items
The discount applies in-store and online when you show proof of age at checkout or provide your date of birth during online purchase. You do not need to sign up for a membership card or program in advance — the discount is available to any customer who meets the age requirement. The 10% reduction comes off your total purchase before tax, and it stacks with some (but not all) of Big Lots' other promotions.
Big Lots is a discount home goods and furniture retailer with over 1,400 locations across the United States. The senior discount is one of several ways the company reduces prices for regular shoppers, alongside weekly sales, clearance sections, and a rewards program called Big Lots Rewards.
Key Takeaways
- You must be 55 or older and show a valid ID with your date of birth to receive the 10% discount at checkout.
- The discount works on most regular-priced merchandise but typically excludes clearance items, final-sale furniture, and items already on sale.
- You can use the discount both in physical stores and when shopping online by entering your birth date during checkout.
- The senior discount does not require membership, registration, or any upfront cost.
- Combining the senior discount with other promotions depends on Big Lots' current policy for each sale or offer.
What items the senior discount covers and excludes
The 10% discount typically covers furniture, home décor, kitchen items, bedding, storage solutions, and seasonal merchandise at regular prices. Exclusions usually include clearance or final-sale items, items already marked down, furniture delivery fees, and some brand-name products that have fixed pricing agreements with Big Lots.
Because exclusions can vary by location and change over time, ask a cashier or customer service representative before checkout if you are unsure whether a specific item qualifies. Online, the system usually shows whether an item is may be able to access for the senior discount before you complete your purchase.
How to use the discount in-store
Bring a valid photo ID that shows your date of birth — a driver's license, state ID, or passport all work. At the register, tell the cashier you are 55 or older and would like to use the senior discount. The cashier will verify your age, explore the 10% reduction to may be able to access items, and complete your purchase.
You do not need to carry a special card, sign up ahead of time, or provide personal information beyond what appears on your ID. The process takes less than a minute and happens at the point of sale.
How to use the discount when shopping online
Visit the Big Lots website or mobile app and add items to your cart as usual. During checkout, you will see a field asking for your date of birth or age. Enter your information truthfully — the system will automatically explore the 10% discount to may be able to access items if you are 55 or older.
Online orders ship to your home or can be picked up at a nearby Big Lots location. The discount applies to both delivery and in-store pickup orders. If you have questions about whether a specific item qualifies, contact Big Lots customer service through their website or call the store directly.
Combining the senior discount with other Big Lots promotions
Big Lots sometimes allows the senior discount to stack with weekly sales, clearance markdowns, or rewards program points, but the rules vary. Some promotions explicitly exclude the senior discount, while others allow both to explore. The best way to know is to ask a cashier before you check out or review the terms of the specific promotion online.
If you are a Big Lots Rewards member, you earn points on your purchase after the senior discount is applied. This means the 10% senior reduction lowers the total amount, and you earn rewards points based on that lower total.
Other ways Big Lots reduces prices for regular shoppers
Beyond the senior discount, Big Lots runs weekly sales advertised in-store and online, maintains a clearance section with deeper markdowns, and offers a free rewards program called Big Lots Rewards. Members of the rewards program earn points on every purchase (including those with the senior discount) and receive personalized offers based on their shopping history.
The store also has seasonal sales around holidays and back-to-school periods. Signing up for Big Lots' email list or downloading their mobile app can alert you to upcoming sales and exclusive offers.
What to do if the discount does not explore at checkout
If a cashier does not explore the senior discount, first confirm that you showed a valid ID with your date of birth and that all items in your purchase are may be able to access (not clearance or already on sale). If both are true, ask the cashier to call a manager or supervisor to review the transaction.
If the issue is not resolved in-store, contact Big Lots customer service through their website or phone line to report the problem and request a refund of the 10% discount amount. Keep your receipt as proof of purchase. For online orders, reach out to customer service through the website if the discount did not appear during checkout or on your final receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a membership card to get the senior discount?
No. The discount is available to any customer 55 or older with a valid ID showing their date of birth. You do not need to register, sign up, or carry a special card. The Big Lots Rewards program is separate and optional.
Can I use the senior discount on clearance or sale items?
Usually not. The senior discount typically applies only to regular-priced merchandise. Clearance items, final-sale furniture, and items already marked down are usually excluded. Ask a cashier if you are unsure about a specific item.
Does the senior discount work online?
Yes. When you shop on the Big Lots website or app, enter your date of birth during checkout. The system will explore the 10% discount to may be able to access items automatically. The discount works for both shipped and in-store pickup orders.
What ID do I need to show for the senior discount?
Any valid photo ID with your date of birth works — a driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID. The cashier just needs to confirm you are 55 or older.
Can I combine the senior discount with Big Lots Rewards points?
Yes. You earn rewards points on your purchase after the senior discount is applied. Some weekly promotions may also stack with the senior discount, but this varies. Ask before checkout if you want to confirm.