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Michaels Grab Bags (2025): Everything You Need To Know

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Have you ever bought a Michaels grab bag?

🆕 Updated for 2025: Michaels is still offering their grab bags (also known as $10 mystery boxes or clearance boxes), and they’re just as unpredictable and exciting as ever. If you’re wondering when the next round might hit your store, it’s usually after big clearance cycles — and we’ve already seen signs this year in early summer.

Some stores offer them from time to time but most Michaels stores offer them regularly and sometimes they are called “Michaels $10 Mystery Box” or “Michaels Clearance Boxes” (they used to be called Michaels $2 grab bags sigh… inflation. lol).

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Whatever you choose to call them, they are well worth the effort to get one or more. They’re typically filled with items that can be valued at more than 10 times what you paid for them.

Let’s check out an unboxing:

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Today we’re going to talk about these Michaels’ grab bags, how to score them, what they could contain, as well as when to grab one to ensure you get a great find.

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Michaels Grab Bags is an assortment of different items.

What Are Michaels Grab Bags?

Most Michaels stores have Grab Bag events for their customers. 

The funny thing is that in some stores they really aren’t grab bags anymore, they are grab boxes.

Basically, you can think of them as a mystery bag filled with items from the store.  The thing is, you never know what’s inside so you’ll always be in for a surprise.

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How Much Does A Michaels Grab Bag Cost? 

Some stores offer them for as low as $2, at times.  But most shoppers say that they are usually able to snag a grab bag for $10. 

It’s important to note though that these grab bags are filled with items that usually cost well over the price you’ll pay for them.  So it’s really a big score when you get your hands on one of these bags. 

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Paint, stickers, and journaling items are just a few of the items that you can get.

What’s Inside A Michaels Grab Bag?

That’s the thing… you never know what’s inside one of these bags.  All you know is that they are filled with items that Michaels typically sells in their store and they can contain holiday or seasonal items, too.  

Having said that, you can get an idea of what might be in these bags. Then when you go back you can maybe tell by the shape of the bag or jiggling it if the items you’re looking for are included.

Generally some or most of what didn’t get sold in clearance goes into these bags. So, if you see something in their clearance you might like and it’s close to Monday or Tuesday – you might want to gamble and wait to see if it ends up in a grab bag.

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When Does Michaels Put These Grab Bags Out?

When does Michaels have grab bags is a question I hear a lot. They usually put them out on Mondays or Tuesdays. You can either check your store on Monday or Tuesday mornings or ask a cashier when they typically put them out.

As of 2025, many shoppers report seeing new bags hit stores after Valentine’s and spring clearance — especially in June and July — so it’s worth keeping an eye around those times.

Another hint is if you keep an eye on the clearance in the store and it goes down to 80% or more and then you notice one day that the clearance seems like it’s been cleared out. That’s a pretty good indication that the next morning you’ll find grab bags in your store.

You’ll generally want to hit the store early on those days to be able to get first pick!

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Knowing when your store puts out grab bags gives you an edge.

How Can I Get A Michaels Grab Bag? 

Unfortunately, Michaels doesn’t heavily promote this so it’s easy not to know when one is happening.  If you’re interested, you can call your local Michaels store and ask when they will be offering Grab Bags again.  They will usually let you know of any upcoming events so you don’t miss out. 

Michaels grab bags are an awesome way you can get items at a low price.  Most of the time, the value of the contents of the box will be worth well more than the price of the bag you purchased. 

Do All Michaels Have $10 Boxes?

This is where you come in. You’ll need to ask your store. Sometimes, for some reason the clerks may tell you they don’t.

In those cases you’ll need to do some sleuthing, asking around, and checking back in often to find out for sure.

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  1. Darlene says

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    I need a grab box

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    • Dian says

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      Darlene,

      They’re so fun because you never know what you’ll get and they’re often loaded with the best stuff!

      Dian

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  2. Marcia Allshouse says

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    Can u order these on line to be delivered???

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    • Dian says

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      Marcia,

      You can, but they’re more expensive and different all the way around. They are more themed than complete mystery.

      You can see what I mean here: https://www.michaels.com/search?q=grab%20bags

      I hope that helps!
      Dian

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  3. Angela says

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    I had no idea Michael’s grab bags existed!! I can’t wait to go to my local store and check it out with my daughter! Thanks for the tip 🙂

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    • Dian says

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      Angela,

      You’re so very welcome!

      There are some great treasures you can find in these. Happy hunting!

      Dian

      Reply

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