Black Friday sales are no longer confined to a single day. Retailers are stretching the event, with early deals appearing as soon as the month begins, often blurring the lines between early promotions and the official sale start. This year, Black Friday falls on November 27, with Cyber Monday following on November 30. Both large retailers and small businesses are competing for shoppers, ensuring that practically every store will run sales through the end of November.
When Do the Sales Start?
Target is hosting a three-day event beginning on November 27.
A writer who tracked deals in 2023 noted that the distinction between Black Friday and Cyber Monday has blurred. Historically, Black Friday focused on expensive tech and appliances, while Cyber Monday offered cheaper tech deals, giving smaller businesses a chance to compete online. Now, both days feature sales from major retailers, with the biggest discounts often coming from larger stores that can afford lower prices.
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What Deals Can You Expect?
Black Friday sales cover a wide range of categories, including tech, tools, fitness equipment, outdoor supplies, furniture, bedding, video games, and kitchen appliances. Unlike seasonal sales, Black Friday doesn’t focus on specific categories, making it an ideal time to find discounts on almost anything. A writer who tracked deals in 2023 highlighted several early discounts, such as the WH-1000XM5 headphones for $198 (originally $399.99), which were previously at the top of their class before being supplanted by the XM6. The Bose SoundLink Plus speaker, labeled by CNET as “the Goldilocks of Bose Bluetooth speakers,” is down to $179 (originally $269).
Early Deals to Watch
The Eufy E25 robot vacuum and mop is 40% off, priced at $599.98 (originally $999.99). Its self-cleaning roller mop rinses with clean water as it works and cleans at the dock, reducing maintenance.
As retailers continue to compete for shoppers, the lines between Black Friday and Cyber Monday will likely remain blurred. For consumers, this means more opportunities to find deals, but it also requires staying informed and tracking prices to make the most of the sales.
