Black Friday, one of the most anticipated shopping events each year, is just a week away. The day marks the official start of the holiday gift shopping season and falls after Thanksgiving.
Here’s what to know.
When is Black Friday 2025?
Black Friday, when retail outlets offer many deals and discounts for holiday shoppers, is slated for Friday, Nov. 28, 2025. It falls the day after Thanksgiving.
When do Black Friday sales start?
Black Friday sales have evolved into a multi-week event, starting well before the actual day. The sales typically begin rolling out in early to mid-October and then ramp up significantly in early to mid-November, culminating in the main Black Friday weekend and often extending through Cyber Monday.
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What Black Friday deals can shoppers expect?
Black Friday is the ultimate destination for significant savings, offering the deepest discounts of the entire year. Key categories to watch for include electronics, where you’ll find doorbuster prices on top-selling 4K TVs, headphones, laptops, smartphones and smart home devices.
Small kitchen appliances like air fryers, coffee makers and vacuum cleaners also see substantial price drops from major retailers. With the holidays approaching, look for strong deals on toys and video games. Additionally, expect deep discounts on apparel (especially winter gear and holiday party attire), mattresses and home goods and decor.
What are the most popular Black Friday sales?
Popular Black Friday sales include those from Amazon, Target, Walmart, Wayfair, Hexclad, Lowe’s, Ace Hardware, Samsung, Nordstrom and Anthropologie.
Contributing: Rachel Cortez, USA TODAY. Reach Marina Johnson at Marina.Johnson@courier-journal.com.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Black Friday 2025 is almost here. Find out how to save on gifts.
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