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Black Friday 2026: Friday, November 27, 2026

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Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving, the fourth Friday of November; in 2026 it falls on Friday, November 27, 2026. The counter shows the time left until the biggest in-store shopping day of the year, and Cyber Monday follows three days later.

Many retailers now start their deals a week or more early, but the deepest discounts on electronics and appliances still cluster on the Friday itself. Small Business Saturday, launched in 2010, sits in between and encourages shopping at local independent stores.

Black Friday is not a federal holiday, but because Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, many employers and state governments give the Friday off as well, creating a four-day weekend. Compare prices before the day and check return policies: holiday return windows often differ from the usual ones.

Good to know

  • Date: Friday, November 27, 2026.
  • Days left: 35.
  • Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 26, 2026, the day before.
  • Small Business Saturday: The next day, created by American Express in 2010.
  • Cyber Monday: The Monday after Black Friday — see the Cyber Monday countdown.
  • Rule: Always between November 23 and November 29.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Black Friday 2026?

Friday, November 27, 2026. 35 days left.

When is Cyber Monday 2026?

Three days after Black Friday, on the following Monday.

Why is it called Black Friday?

The term was popularised in 1960s Philadelphia for the heavy traffic after Thanksgiving, later reframed as the day retailers move 'into the black' (profit).

Is Black Friday a holiday?

It is not a federal holiday. Many state governments and employers give the day after Thanksgiving off, but banks, post offices and most stores are open.

What are the earliest and latest dates for Black Friday?

November 23 at the earliest and November 29 at the latest, because Thanksgiving is always between November 22 and 28.

Are Black Friday deals better online or in store?

Most retailers now offer the same prices online and in store; doorbuster deals with limited stock are the main exception. Online, deals often extend through Cyber Monday.

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