Runnings Weekly Ads & Flyers

The "One-Stop" Solution: Unlike specialized farm stores, Runnings creates a unique hybrid experience. You can buy a chainsaw, a pair of designer jeans, a bag of premium dog food, and a firearm all in the same trip.

Acquisition Synergy: By absorbing Home of Economy and R.P. Home & Harvest, Runnings has integrated legendary regional expertise (like heavy winter gear and specialized ranching equipment) into its broader national supply chain.

Pet-Friendly Culture: Runnings is famously pet-friendly. Well-behaved animals on leashes are welcomed in the stores, making it a social hub for rural and suburban pet owners alike.

Knowledgeable "Hometown" Service: Despite its size, Runnings maintains a decentralized feel. Store managers have significant autonomy over their inventory, allowing them to stock products specifically needed for their local climate or industry (e.g., specific snow blowers for upstate New York vs. specialized tillers for Ohio).

Insider Pro-Tips for Maximum Savings

The Runnings Mastercard "Triple Threat"

• The Strategy: Use the Runnings Mastercard for every essential purchase.
• The Math: You earn 3x Points at Runnings, 2x Points at gas stations and grocery stores, and 1x Point everywhere else.
• The Value: For every 2,500 points earned, you automatically receive a $25 Runnings Gift Card. If you use this card for your fuel and groceries, you effectively get "free" farm supplies every few months.

The "Military 4-Day" Window

• The Strategy: Plan your large tool and apparel purchases around four specific holidays.
• The Hack: Runnings offers a military discount (active and retired) specifically during Customer Appreciation Day (February), Memorial Day, July 4th, and Veterans Day.
• The Value: While many stores offer 5% or 10% daily, Runnings' holiday events often feature deeper discounts on high-ticket items like gun safes or outdoor power equipment for those with a valid ID.

"Flash Friday" & Manager’s Specials

• The Strategy: Check the "Monthly Deals" tab on the first of every month.
• The Hack: Runnings runs "Manager's Specials" that are priced for the entire month (while supplies last).
• The Pro-Tip: Follow your local store on social media for "Flash Friday" sales—these are often unadvertised in the main Weekly Ad and can include 20–30% off specific brands like DeWalt or Carhartt for 24 hours only.

Free "Ship-to-Store" Optimization

• The Strategy: Use the website to access items not stocked in your local store.
• The Hack: If your local store is smaller and doesn't carry a specific firearm or heavy implement, order it online. Ship-to-Store is 100% free, saving you massive shipping costs on heavy or oversized items.

The "Chick Days" Breeding Strategy

• In 2026, Runnings has expanded its Chick Days (typically late February through June) to include more "Rare & Exotic" breeds.
• The Strategy: Don't just walk in and hope for the best. Check the Runnings Poultry Calendar in the app.
• The Hack: In 2026, many locations allow you to "Reserve" specific breeds online. If you're looking for blue-egg layers (like Ameraucanas) or heritage meat birds, they often sell out within 2 hours of the Wednesday morning delivery.
• The Value: The Weekly Ad usually lists the "Standard" breeds, but the in-store whiteboard often has "Manager’s Choice" specials that are unadvertised.

The "Acquisition" Inventory Loop

• Runnings recently acquired Home of Economy (ND) and R.P. Home & Harvest (IL, IN, OH).
• The Strategy: Look for "Legacy Branding" sales.
• The Hack: As Runnings continues to integrate these stores in 2026, you will often find clearance events on brands that the previous owners carried but Runnings is phasing out.
• The Pro-Tip: These are the best times to find high-end power tools and workwear at 40–60% off as they make room for the Runnings-standard brands like DeWalt and C.W. Hart.

The "C.W. Hart" Private Label Hack

• Many shoppers assume C.W. Hart is a national brand, but it is Runnings' own high-performance label.
• The Strategy: Compare C.W. Hart directly to Carhartt or Ariat.
• The Value: You are often getting the exact same triple-stitch construction and heavy-duty duck fabric for 30% less because there is no "brand tax."
• The Hack: In 2026, the Runnings Weekly Ad frequently runs "Buy One, Get One 50% Off" on C.W. Hart flannels and work pants. It’s the most cost-effective way to outfit a crew.

The "FFL Transfer" Advantage

• Runnings is one of the few large-scale retailers that aggressively supports the FFL (Federal Firearms License) Transfer process.
• The Strategy: Use Runnings as your pickup point for online firearm purchases from other vendors.
• The Hack: Because they have a full-time gun counter staff, their transfer fees are often lower than small local shops.
• 2026 Update: Check the app for "Transfer Credit" promotions—occasionally, if you have a firearm sent to a Runnings store, they will give you a $10–$20 coupon toward ammunition or a gun safe in-store.
• Unadvertised Runnings "Hidden" Gems
• The "Core" Battery Credit: Don't throw away old marine or auto batteries. Runnings offers a competitive Core Credit (often $15+) when you trade in an old battery for a new one. In 2026, they occasionally offer "Double Core Credit" weekends.
• Propane Tank "Purge" Service: Unlike many gas stations that only do exchanges, Runnings locations with a propane station will purge and fill brand-new tanks. It is significantly cheaper to "Fill by the Gallon" at Runnings than to do a tank exchange at a convenience store.
• The Pet-Friendly "Social Hour": Many regulars treat Runnings as a social outing for their dogs. On Saturday mornings, stores often have "Pet treats at the register," making it a great time for socialization and picking up unadvertised pet food deals.