The Wall Street crash happened in October 1929 , with the most famous day being Black Tuesday, 29 October 1929.

Quick Scoop

It is usually described as the stock market crash of 1929 , and the sharp decline unfolded over several days in late October, especially from 24 October to 29 October 1929. The crash is often linked to the start of the Great Depression.

Key dates

  • 24 October 1929 : Black Thursday.
  • 28 October 1929 : Black Monday.
  • 29 October 1929 : Black Tuesday.

In one line

If you want the shortest answer: the Wall Street crash was in late October 1929.