When Is Black Friday 2026?

Friday, November 27, 2026

Black Friday is the traditional start of the holiday shopping season, with big store and online sales. Many employers give the day off after Thanksgiving.

Day of the week

Friday

Day off

Not a federal holiday

Countdown

Day 331 of 2026

330 days after January 1.

How the Date of Black Friday Is Determined

The Friday after Thanksgiving (the fourth Thursday of November), so it always falls between November 23 and 29.

Black Friday Dates 2026–2031

YearDateWeekday
2026November 27Friday
2027November 26Friday
2028November 24Friday
2029November 23Friday
2030November 29Friday
2031November 28Friday

Black Friday 2026 FAQ

When Is Black Friday 2026?

Black Friday 2026 is on Friday, November 27, 2026.

Is Black Friday a federal holiday?

No. Black Friday is not one of the 11 US federal holidays, so it is not a paid day off by law; employers decide whether to give time off.

How is the date of Black Friday determined?

The Friday after Thanksgiving (the fourth Thursday of November), so it always falls between November 23 and 29.

When Is Black Friday 2027?

Black Friday 2027 is on Friday, November 26, 2027.

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