Black Friday may still be weeks away, but popular retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Target have already announced early sales and big sales plans.
Thanks to changing consumer trends, sales that were once limited to the day or weekend after Thanksgiving have expanded into the weeks before and after the holidays, allowing consumers to make their holiday shopping plans and shop for more. There are more opportunities to win deals.
Whether you’re looking for the latest technology, toys and goods for your little ones, or want to find great deals on fashion and beauty products you’ve been holding off on, we’ve got you covered with early bird discount events and Black Friday flash sales. Now is the perfect time to cross it off your list.
Here’s our guide to preparing for Black Friday, including when and where to shop the hottest deals.
When is Black Friday 2024?
Black Friday occurs the day after Thanksgiving, which this year falls on Thursday, November 28th. That means the shopping holiday will be Friday, November 29th.
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What is Black Friday?
Black Friday is known as one of the biggest shopping and sales events of the year. This Friday, which occurs the day after Thanksgiving, received the title “Black Friday” when Philadelphia police coined the term in the 1950s to describe the chaos observed as out-of-town shoppers flocked to the city. USA TODAY previously reported that it is believed that.
By 1961, the name had stuck in Philadelphia, but it wasn’t popular nationally until the late 1980s, when retailers seized the opportunity to reframe the day in a more positive light, putting their stores in the red. I made up the analogy of becoming (based on experience). (budget deficit), but sales exploded the day after Thanksgiving until it returned to “surplus” (in the black).
Many people still believe this is the true origin of Black Friday’s name, according to a previous report by USA TODAY.
When will Black Friday sales start in 2024?
As interest in online shopping increases, retailers are starting their “Black Friday” sales earlier and running them longer, giving customers more time to get their cash. Many retailers are already seeing price cuts, including Best Buy and Amazon. , Walmart, Staples, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Target. However, some of the biggest deals are usually booked on the same day.
When does Amazon’s Black Friday start?
Amazon’s Black Friday week starts on Thursday, November 21st and runs through Friday, November 29th. The sale includes up to 55% off select Amazon devices, including Amazon Fire smart TVs, Kindles, Ring doorbells, and Beats headphones. You can also save up to 50% on Levi’s family denim and OROLAY apparel.
When does Black Friday start at Walmart?
Walmart launched its early Black Friday sale online on Nov. 11, offering up to 70% off everything from cookware and beauty products to toys and clothing. The Black Friday sale will be available in-store from Friday, November 15th to Sunday, November 17th.
Another Black Friday sale begins online on Monday, November 25th and in stores at 6 a.m. local time on Friday, November 29th.
Ahead of Black Friday, Walmart is offering 50% off annual Walmart+ memberships, giving users early access to deals, free shipping, free delivery, Paramount+ streaming, fuel discounts, and more. Become.
Walmart stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, but will open at 6 a.m. local time on Black Friday.
When does Black Friday start at Target?
Target will have weekly sales starting Sunday, Nov. 3 and running through the holiday season. The first week of sales includes up to 50% off floor care and headphones, plus up to 30% off baby products and select home decor, and buy one get 1 get 50% off toys like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles It will be.
This week’s sale includes 25% off Disney clothing, toys, bedding, and decor. Discounts on Apple products like Airpods, iPad, Apple Watch and more. 20% off LEGO building sets.
Target will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. The store will open at 6 a.m. local time on Friday, November 29, and extend its hours from 7 a.m. to midnight from November 30 to December 23.
Contributed by Mike Snider, Olivia Munson, Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY
