Walmart’s main Black Friday in‑store event is on the calendar Black Friday itself, which in 2025 falls on Friday, November 28, with stores typically opening at 6 a.m. local time and major deals running through the weekend. Online “Black Friday” pricing at Walmart usually starts earlier in November as part of multi‑day Black Friday sale events.

Key date for Black Friday

  • In 2025, Black Friday is Friday, November 28, and that is the day Walmart runs its primary in‑store Black Friday sale.
  • Recent schedules show Walmart pairing that date with an extended event that runs from Black Friday through Sunday, both online and in stores.

When Walmart’s deals actually start

  • Walmart has shifted to multiple “Black Friday events” across November, with an early event in mid‑November and a second event that leads directly into Black Friday weekend.
  • During these events, many Black Friday‑level prices are live days before the actual Friday, especially for online shoppers.

Walmart+ early access

  • Walmart+ members usually receive several hours of early online access (often 5 hours) before each major Black Friday event opens to everyone.
  • This early access can matter for limited‑stock items such as TVs, gaming consoles, and select electronics.

Store hours and how it works

  • Walmart stores have recently stayed closed on Thanksgiving Day, then reopened early on Black Friday morning (commonly around 6 a.m. local time) for the in‑store Black Friday rush.
  • Online deals typically go live at midnight (or at the published event start time), so many shoppers start buying long before doors open.

What to watch as each year approaches

  • Exact event dates, hours, and early‑access windows are announced in Walmart’s holiday/Black Friday press releases and on its website each fall, usually in October.
  • For the latest year‑specific details, it is best to check Walmart’s official Black Friday page or news releases a few weeks before Thanksgiving.

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