In the UK, Black Friday is the shopping day that falls on the Friday after the US Thanksgiving, so it’s always the fourth Friday in November.

Key dates coming up

  • In 2025 , Black Friday in the UK is on Friday 28 November.
  • In 2026 , Black Friday in the UK is on Friday 27 November.
  • In 2027 , it will be on Friday 26 November.

Retailers in the UK often stretch it into a whole “Black Friday week” (or even most of November), with deals running through the weekend and into Cyber Monday.

Mini FAQ

  • Is Black Friday a bank holiday in the UK?
    No, it’s a normal working day; it’s just become a big retail event with promotions online and on the high street.
  • Why the confusion about ‘which Friday’?
    Because the UK doesn’t celebrate Thanksgiving, many people just see it as a vague late‑November sale period, and jokes about “Black Friday month” are common on British forums.

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