Black Friday 2025 in the United States is on November 28, 2025, with many retailers starting deals in the weeks leading up to it and continuing through Cyber Monday (December 1, 2025). In practice, the “start” of sales often begins as early as late October or early November, with major chains and online retailers rolling out “Early Black Friday” or “Black Friday Week” promotions before the official date. Expect both online and in-store deals to extend across the Turkey Five period (the five days around Thanksgiving: Thanksgiving itself, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and the ongoing weekend sales). Key points to plan around:
- Official date: November 28, 2025.
- Early starts: Many retailers tease and launch deals starting in late October or early November; some begin as early as the week of November 1.
- Major players to watch: Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, and other electronics and department stores often lead with early discounts.
- Shopping window: While the strongest discounts typically appear on the official Black Friday weekend, substantial savings can be found throughout late November and the Cyber Monday period.
If you want, I can tailor a shopping plan based on what you’re aiming to buy (electronics, appliances, fashion, etc.) and your preferred stores, plus a calendar of likely sale windows.
