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What’s coming up in August 2025: Key dates for retailers

August brings long summer days, family outings, and plenty of reasons for customers to stock up on savoury snacks and sweet treats.

From bank holiday BBQs and day trips to back-to-school prep... August is a month packed with opportunity.

Here’s what’s coming up and how you can use it to boost footfall to your store and increase basket spend.

Seasonal Opportunities

All August

Summer BBQ Season

Garden parties and outdoor gatherings are in full swing. Think...

 - Promote easy sharing products like Jacob’s Bites and Crackers with cheese

 - Don't forget sweet favourites like McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes and Flipz pretzels for desert platters

 - Display ideas: “Perfect for BBQs” summer-themed displays

All August

Day Trips

With school finished, families will be heading out for picnics, road trips and days at the park. Think...

 - Stocking up with on-the-go savoury snacks like Jacob’s Mini Cheddars and Crinklys grab bags

 - Backpack sized treats like McVitie’s Gold Billions and Club Layers

 - Display ideas: “Picnic Picks” grab-and-go display near the till

Late August

Back-to-School Prep

Parents will be planning ahead for packed lunches and after-school snacks. Think...

 - Lunchbox snacks like Jacob’s Tuc, Cheddars and Twiglets

 - After school treats like McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes and Penguin Cake Bars 

 - Display ideas: “Back-to-School Essentials” display with bundle offers

Bank Holidays & Sporting Moments

4 August (Scotland) & 26 August (Eng, Wales, NI)

Summer Bank Holiday

A key weekend for family gatherings, BBQs and last-minute getaways. Think...

 - Chocolate Digestives and Signature for teatime moments

 - Jacob’s Bites and Mini Cheddars for party bowls

 - Display ideas: “Bank Holiday Ready” snacking zone

22 August - 22 September

Women’s Rugby World Cup

Hosted across England, this major tournament will draw big crowds and home-viewing parties. Think...

 - McVitie’s Gold Billions Bars and Flipz for match-day treats

 - Sharing bags of Jacob’s Mini Cheddars and Crinklys for TV half-times

 - Display ideas: “Snack Like a Fan” rugby-themed display

Wrapping up...

August is all about making the most of summer’s final stretch. Whether your customers are planning BBQs or getting ready for the new school term, now’s the time to refresh your shelves.

And don’t forget to order your free POS kits to help your customers find what they're looking for!

However you choose to get involved, we’re here to help you drive footfall and boost sales.

Better Biscuits has given great advice and insights about products and merchandising, this has seen our biscuit sales really increase.
Milan Patel​ Sissons Stores, Leeds