In the modern age of online shopping, Black Friday may feel like a relic from the past. Traditionally, the day after Thanksgiving symbolizes the kickoff of the festive shopping period. However, in recent years, retailers have jumped the gun, inundating consumers with early Black Friday deals through their websites and email blasts weeks in advance.
Despite these evolving sales patterns, Black Friday through Cyber Monday still promises some of the most attractive deals, particularly on high-priced items, seasonal goods, and the latest must-have products.
Experts in consumer behavior emphasize that significant savings are not limited to this one-time event. They recommend that shoppers engage in comparison shopping, delve into price history data, and scrutinize the details to ensure they are making wise purchases.
Nevertheless, many people relish the chance to leave their digital screens behind and soak up the festive cheer and music at shopping centers. To draw customers in, some retailers are offering exclusive in-store deals. Several stores, which remain closed on Thanksgiving Day, will open their doors early on Friday as they aim to ramp up the holiday shopping frenzy.
Below are the Black Friday opening hours for some leading national retailers.
Best Buy
Best Buy stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Costco
Costco stores will open at 9 a.m.
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Dick’s Sporting Goods stores lists its hours as 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. for Black Friday, but says on its website that hours may vary by location and to check with your local store for specific hours.
Home Depot
Home Depot stores will open at 6 a.m. and close at the store’s regular hours. Specific closing hours may vary by store.
JCPenney
JCPenney stores will open at 5 a.m.
Kohl’s
Most Kohl’s stores will open at 5 a.m.
Lowe’s
Lowe’s will open at 6 a.m.
Macy’s
Macy’s stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hours vary by location.
Sam’s Club
Sam’s Club stores will be open during their regular hours.
Target
Target stores will open at 6 a.m. and close at their regular time.
Walmart
Walmart stores will open at 6 a.m.
