If you’re among the many eager shoppers planning to crush Black Friday at Walmart, knowing the store’s opening hours is crucial for maximizing your shopping experience. In this article, we’ll provide the exact time Walmart stores open on Black Friday, allowing you to plan your shopping strategy accordingly.
What Time Does Walmart Open on Black Friday?
While early online Black Friday sales have already begun, nothing beats the thrill of bringing home an item (like you’ve been eyeing) the same day—that is, if you don’t mind standing in line for hours outside your favourite store.
This year, Black Friday falls on November 24, the day after Thanksgiving, marking the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. It’s well-known for its record-breaking sales, as well as the chaos in the aisles and long lines at the cash registers.
Here are the Black Friday hours for major retailers, starting with Walmart. Keep in mind that hours at different locations may differ.
Black Friday 2023 Store Hours
| Walmart | Opens 5 a.m. |
|---|---|
| Target | Opens 6 a.m. |
| Best Buy | Not yet announced (Opened 5 a.m. in 2022) |
| Macy’s | 6 a.m.–11:00 p.m. |
| GameStop | Opens 5 a.m. |
| Sam’s Club | Opens 10 a.m. |
| Costco | Opens 10 a.m. |
| Bath & Body Works | Opens 6 a.m. |
| Dick’s Sporting Goods | Most locations open at 6 a.m. |
| Apple stores | Most locations open at 8 a.m. |
| Lowe’s | Opens at 6 a.m. |
| Home Depot | Opens at 6 a.m. |
| TJ Maxx | Opens 6 a.m. or 7 a.m. |
| Kohls | Opens at 5 a.m |
| Ulta Beauty | Opens at 6 a.m. |
| Academy Sports | Opens at 5 a.m |
When Will Walmart’s Black Friday Sale Begin?
Walmart is hosting two Black Friday sales events this year, as well as a Cyber Monday sale.
- Event 1: Walmart’s early Black Friday sale began online on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at 3 p.m. ET (with early access to Walmart+ members starting at 12 p.m. ET) and in-store on Friday, November 10, 2023.
- Event 2: Walmart’s official Black Friday sale begins online at 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 (with early access to Walmart+ members starting at 12 p.m. ET) and in-store on Friday, November 24, 2023.
- Cyber Monday: Starting Monday, November 27, 2023, Walmart’s final holiday savings event will be available only online. This year, Walmart+ members will have first access to all deals.
When do Walmart Stores Open on Black Friday?
On November 10, 2023, Walmart’s early Black Friday sale began in stores. Walmart will open at 5 a.m. on Black Friday 2023, which falls on November 24, 2023.
Is Walmart going to be open on Thanksgiving?
For the fourth year in a row, Walmart will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. While you may recall rushing to Walmart for last-minute Thanksgiving supplies (or even starting your Black Friday shopping early), the trend that began during the pandemic is still going strong. But the good news is that it just adds to the excitement of Black Friday shopping!
Everything You Need to Know About Walmart Holiday Hours
There is no time to waste during the holiday season; check out Walmart’s holiday store hours.
- Event 1 (Early Black Friday): November 10, 2023, 6 a.m.
- Thanksgiving 2023: Closed
- Black Friday 2023: Open and will begin at 5 a.m.
- Christmas Eve: Check the hours of your local stores; most should be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time.
- Christmas Day: Closed
Is There Anything Special About Shopping at Walmart?
With Walmart’s Black Friday sales available both online and in-store, you may be wondering what special benefits are available in-store. We don’t know yet, but we’ll let you know as soon as Walmart releases in-store specials.
If you shop online and want to avoid shipping costs, you can have your items shipped to the store for curbside pickup. Alternatively, Walmart+ members receive free shipping on most items as well as early online access to Black Friday sales. Walmart is currently running a limited-time 50% off sale on its annual Walmart+ membership, with one year costing only $49!
When should I go shopping on Black Friday?
The early morning hours is the best time to shop on Black Friday. The best deals and doorbusters begin as early as 5 a.m., with some stores opening even earlier. The most popular deals tend to fly off the shelves quickly, so if you don’t want to miss out, get in early.
How long will Black Friday be in 2023?
This year, most “official” Black Friday sales begin on Thanksgiving Day (or earlier, depending on the store). Black Friday sales continue through the weekend and into Cyber Monday.
When exactly is Black Friday 2023?
This year’s Black Friday is November 24.
What time does Walmart open on Black Friday?
While Walmart will be closed on Thanksgiving, stores will be open on Black Friday from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. local time, according to the company.
What time does Target open on Black Friday?
In 2023, Target will also be closed on Thanksgiving, but stores will open at 6 a.m. Friday and close at their regular time.
Some store hours differ by location, so check with your local store for details.
What time does Macy’s open on Black Friday?
According to the company, all Macy’s stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Black Friday.
What time do Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s open on Black Friday?
All Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s locations will be open from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. local time on Black Friday.
What time does Belk open on Black Friday?
According to the company, Belk stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Black Friday.
What time do TJ Maxx, Marshall’s and HomeGoods open on Black Friday?
This year, all TJ Maxx, Marshall’s, and HomeGoods locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Black Friday.
When do pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens open on Black Friday?
The majority of CVS locations will be open during regular business hours, but some may be closed or have limited hours, according to the company.
On Black Friday, most Walgreens locations will be open as usual.
It is always a good idea to check the hours of your local store before going.
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