Black Friday is a major event for retailers opening their doors to shoppers looking for holiday deals, but the day after Thanksgiving is business as usual for much of the rest of the United States.
Many major retailers close their doors on Thanksgiving, including Walmart, Costco, Kohl’s and Target.
But all of these chains are open on Black Friday, although some may have extended hours to accommodate shoppers.
Retailers promise in-store experiences and exclusives to attract consumers. A number of stores closed on Thanksgiving are reopening early Friday as retailers work to kick the holiday shopping season into high gear.
Is the stock market open on Black Friday?
Yes, US markets are open on Black Friday, with one big caveat.
On November 29, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Exchange will open at 9:30 a.m. ET as usual, but will close early Friday at 1 p.m. instead of 4 p.m.
The next holiday for the US stock market will be December 25, when trading will be closed to celebrate the Christmas holiday.
Is the US Postal Service open on Black Friday?
Yes, the U.S. Postal Service is open on Black Friday because November 29 is not a federal holiday, although the service was closed on Thanksgiving Day.
This means that its points of sale and mail delivery services will operate normally on November 29.
Its next public holiday, during which its stores and deliveries will be interrupted, is scheduled for Christmas Day.
What are the hours of major retailers on Black Friday?
Here are the Black Friday store hours of some major national chains.
Best Buy Black Friday Hours
Best Buy stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Black Friday Hours
Most Dick’s Sporting Goods stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Home Depot Black Friday Hours
Home Depot stores will open at 6 a.m. and close during regular store hours. Specific closing times may vary by store.
JCPenney Black Friday Hours
JCPenney stores will open at 5 a.m.
Kohl’s Black Friday Hours
Most Kohl’s stores will open at 5 a.m.
Lowe’s Black Friday Hours
Lowe’s will open at 6 a.m.
Macy’s Black Friday Hours
Most Macy’s stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Hours vary by location.
Sam’s Club Black Friday Hours
Sam’s Club stores will be open during their regular hours.
Sephora Black Friday Hours
Some Sephora stores will open early and/or stay open late. Hours vary by location.
Target Black Friday hours
Most Target stores will open at 6 a.m.
Walmart Black Friday Hours
Walmart stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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