Get ready early for the merriest time of the year for bargain hunters — Black Friday.
And the holiday savings always hit the bullseye at Target. To help customers prepare for the gift-giving season, the popular retailer is offering a full week of Black Friday Deals online and in-store — from Nov. 23 to 29, 2025.
 Photo: Target Black Friday Deals
Top deals running throughout the week include the following:
Up to 50% off headphones and speakers.
Up to 50% off select video games.
Save up to $200 on Apple devices.
Up to 30% off TVs, soundbars, and streaming devices
Up to 50% off board games and puzzles
Buy 2, get one 1 books, music, and movies
50% off art & writing kits
BOGO holiday candles
AND MORE!
All of the deals and more are available in store and online via Target.com or the Target app.
Holiday Price Match Guarantee
In addition, purchases are backed by Target’s Holiday Price Match Guarantee. If the price on an item goes lower at Target later in the season, they will match it. Target will also match select competitors’ pricing within 14 days of purchase. The holiday guarantee is in effect from 11/1 to 12/24.
Closed Thanksgiving Day
All Target locations will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. Most stores will reopen at 7 a.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 24, 2023. However, customers can shop anytime at Target.com.
Some people love the rush of searching for deals and loading up their shopping bags on Black Friday. This year, retailers are encouraging online shopping, but most will open their doors after Thanksgiving for in-person bargain hunting.
If you decide to venture out on one of the biggest shopping days of the year, consider these 11 Black Friday shopping tips to save your sanity and hopefully some money, too. (Plus, many of our best advice applies to online shopping, as well.)
1. Make a wish list.
Just because something is on sale doesn’t mean you need it. Start by making a list of all the items you hope to buy, either for a holiday gift or because you are ready to upgrade your TV or replace your broken camera. Focus your Black Friday shopping on the key products you have decided to buy, rather than spending frivolously.
Some retailers may have limited stock on sale items, or might not discount the exact model you want, so consider creating a plan B in case your first-choice item is unavailable.
2. Do your homework and determine in advance what’s on sale.
Start by doing some research so you know what are good prices and what are amazing deals for the items you wish to buy. Not everything is on sale on Black Friday, and the “compare at” price isn’t always accurate.
Next, read Black Friday circulars in advance to determine which items retailers are offering at what prices. Look for “leaked” sale info sites such as DealNews or The Black Friday. For retailers where you shop regularly, consider signing up for email offers and following them on social media so you’re up-to-date on their sales and special promotions.
Then, prioritize your shopping list based on the best deals you find, and decide which stores to hit when.
And, remember, many doorbusters are available online, as well. Bookmark the web pages of products on your list, so you can go straight to the item and get it in your cart as soon as the sale starts.
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3. Have a shopping plan.
Call stores to learn what time they open or check out ads in newspapers and online. Previously, many retailers opened on Thanksgiving and stayed open for 40+ hours straight. However, in 2025, most stores are not opening on Thanksgiving Day.
Scout out the store in advance to familiarize yourself with the layout. That way, you can make a beeline to what you want, nab it, and get to the check-out quicker.
This year, stores will be limiting the number of people inside, so be prepared to wait in line. Some might give out tickets or wristbands to shoppers looking for specific doorbuster items, so if inventory runs out, you can pick up the item at a later date but still get the Black Friday sale price.
4. Start later in the day.
Don’t need to be the first in line? Try stopping by your favorite retailers on Black Friday afternoon or in the evening after the crowds have thinned. Many stores will be open late – unless your area has imposed a curfew. You may have to dig through strewn merchandise, but many sale items remain available.
If you’re shopping after the initial rush, go slowly through the aisles, and look for sale items stashed behind a different product or left behind on the wrong shelf. You might find some excellent deals that other shoppers overlooked.
5. Stick to your list.
Black Friday is the king of loss-leader strategy. Retailers use doorbusters and other strategies to get you in the door, and convince you to spend money on things you weren’t planning to buy. Even if it’s a great price, it may not be a great buy if you don’t have a specific need or recipient in mind. Stay strong and stick to the items on your list to avoid buyer’s remorse!
If you spot an item you like, be sure to also look up or down. The most expensive merchandise is at eye-level, while lower-cost versions are stocked in shelves above or below. Sale items are most often in the back left-hand corner of a store.
6. Don’t assume all items are on sale or that prices are as marked.
Do not be enticed by big neon sales stickers. Not all items claiming to be marked down are actually on sale or a good deal. Know your prices, so you pick up only bargains and don’t get tricked into buying gifts at close to full price, when you could wait and get a deal in December.
On the flip side, some stores don’t have time to change the price signs on all their merchandise. You can easily miss a bargain because the marked price is wrong. Bring the Black Friday ads with you, or bookmark online circulars, so you can confirm sale pricing and offer proof to any skeptical salespeople.
How to avoid Black Friday crowds and still score amazing deals
7. Buy now, trade later.
See the style, but not the size you want? If the store allows returns or exchanges on merchandise, buy it at a discount and bring in back next week when your size might be in stock. While this is generally a good strategy, you’ll want to check return policies before you try it.
In the same vein, look for price drops. If you buy something and the retailer drops the price soon afterwards, some credit cards will refund you the difference as part of their price protection policy. Keep your receipts just in case.
If you’re shopping online, services like Earny and Paribus will comb through your email receipts and request credit card refunds automatically for certain credit card issuers in the event of a price drop. You can create a separate account just for online shopping receipts if the idea of granting access to your email creeps you out.
8. Be on the lookout for price matching.
Many brick & mortar stores such as Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Staples, and Home Depot will match prices with online competitors including Amazon. In the store, show the competitor’s online price for a specific item (bring the sales flyer or have it on your smartphone) or go to customer service to verify that the item qualifies for price matching.
9. Skip the extended warranty.
If you’re purchasing electronics and household appliances, the extended warranty is typically not worth the money. That’s because the items don’t break during their warranty period and if they do, the repair cost isn’t much more than the warranty, which often has loopholes. Doublecheck your credit card policies, too. Many versions of MasterCard and American Express offer free one-year extensions on manufacturer warranties.
10. Use caution shopping on mobile apps
Consumers have gotten savvier about not clicking on phishing emails, so experts caution that some scammers have moved onto fake shopping apps designed to steal your credit card information or install malware on your phone.
If you’re downloading a mobile shopping app, make sure you’re using the retailer’s official app and not a copycat app. You can follow the link directly from the retailer’s own website rather than searching in the app store. Also read reviews to ensure that it’s a legitimate app. If an app doesn’t have any reviews yet or the name seems fishy, it may not be the real deal.
11. Skip it and still save.
Want to avoid the madness? Shop at home. Retailers are offering Black Friday level deals throughout November, and bargains are likely to be had in December, as well.
Hot to shop a specific retailer? Sign up on its website for deal alerts or follow it on Twitter and/or Facebook.
Don’t miss this Black Friday gift card giveaway! Bass Pro & Cabela’s are making it fun again to get out and shop during the Black Friday crowds.
Photo Credit: Deposit Photos
It’s easy to be a part of, you just have to be one of the first 250 people (ages 16+) to enter the store on Black Friday. That’s it.
If you are, you’ll get a gift card with a mystery amount, ranging from $10 to $500!
Score! More than $1,000,000 in total promo cards will be handed out that day throughout all their locations.
The kicker is that you can’t use it right away that day. If you do get a promo card, it’s valid to use anytime from December 5th to December 27th, 2025.
Participation is first-come, first-served and is not guaranteed.
Remember, this is both for Bass Pro & Cabela’s, so if you have them in your area, this could be a great way to score a freebie that you can use later for holiday shopping or deals.
For all the rules and details, click here.
Looking for more deals?
There are many ways for a restaurant to thank its customers for their support and loyalty. However, it doesn’t get much better than giving them big savings for hungry bargain hunters.
To show its appreciation, Schlotzsky’s is celebrating its customers with two tasty deals for one day only.
 Photo: Schlotzsky’s $2.99 Sandwich Deal
On Dec. 4, 2025, Schlotzsky’s is offering a small The Original Sandwich for just $2.99 — all day. The offer is available online and in-shop at participating locations nationwide. Upgrade to a medium sandwich for $1.
Limit 10 sandwiches per order.
The Original Sandwich is made with ham, Cotto salami, Genoa salami, three cheeses, olives, lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, mustard and signature sauce — all on a sourdough bun.
 Photo: Schlotzsky’s Buy-One-Get-One Entrée For a Year
Additionally on Dec. 4, 2025, customers who purchase a 4-pack of Cinnabon Classic Rolls from Schlotzsky’s will also score a BOGO FREE Entrée For a Year Card.
The package deal is only available in-shop at Schlotzsky’s locations with a Cinnabon bakery.
The reward must be redeemed through the Schlotzsky’s app and is good once every seven days for 52 consecutive weeks. The weekly BOGO offer is valid on the following entrées: pizza, salad, flatbread, pick 2, calzone or sandwich. (Kids Meals, giant sandwiches, add-ons and extras are excluded.)
There are 300 locations in 25 states in the U.S.
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Get your holiday shopping list ready! Bargain hunters will be targeting the best deals on Black Friday. And one of the best places to find the best bargains will be at Target.
Customers can save big all week long with deals across gifting and gathering essentials from Nov. 23 to 29, 2025. Plus, the popular retailer will be making the holidays merrier with its Black Friday giveaways on Nov. 28, 2025 — in-store only.
 Photo: Target On Black Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, Target stores nationwide will open their doors at 6 a.m.
Black Friday Deals
Save big all week long with Black Friday deals across gifting and gathering essentials from Nov. 23 to 29, 2025.
Enjoy the following deals during those sale dates:
Up to 50% off tech and video games from brands like Nintendo, Bose, Samsung and more
Up to 50% off toys, including popular toys from brands like Barbie, Spiderman, Bluey, Disney, Play-Doh, Fisher-Price, Pokémon, games and puzzles and more
Up to 50% off small appliances and floorcare from brands like Dyson, BISSEL, Instant Pot and more
50% off on select Beats headphones
40% off select sweatshirts and denim for all
Save up to $200 on select Apple products
Save $100 on PlayStation 5 consoles
Even more deals will drop Nov. 27 to 29, 2025, with Target Circle 360 members getting early access to select deals.
Enjoy the following deals during those sale dates:
Up to 50% off toys, including brands like Jurassic World, Squishmallows and FAO Schwarz
Up to 50% off sleepwear for all
40% off select LEGO sets
40% off Wondershop holiday décor
40% off shoes and slippers for all
40% off beauty sets
40% off sweaters for all
40% off outerwear and cold weather accessories
Up to 40% off men’s & women’s clothingfrom brands including Cupshe, Land’s End, Coofandy and more
Black Friday Tote Bag Giveaway
The first 100 customers in line outside at stores on Nov. 28, 2025 will receive a FREE limited-edition iridescent holiday tote bag filled with fun giveaways. Doors open at 6 a.m.
Plus, 10 lucky shoppers per store will discover an extra surprise inside, with prizes ranging in value from $99 to $350 — including a Target Circle 360 membership, $100 Target GiftCard, Laifen Hair Dryer, Ninja Slushie machine or Beats Solo 4 headphones.
The JoyPop Game
Also on Black Friday, customer s can join in the fun with The JoyPop Game — a giveaway experience designed to make the season even more joyful in stores across the country.
To play, simply visit the JoyPop booth and press the joy popper to reveal a surprise. Players will have the chance to win Yeti-inspired gift tags, iridescent wrapping paper and more.
Starbucks Samples
Shoppers can also enjoy a taste of the season with FREE samples of the new Starbucks Frozen Peppermint Hot Chocolate, available exclusively at Starbucks Cafés inside Target stores.
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