What is Black Friday?

The highlight of shopping season, Black Friday, is the day after Thanksgiving, celebrated mostly in USA. Black Friday can be seen as the starting point of the Christmas shopping season as many retailers use the day to promote heavily discounted stuff.

Black Week

Most stores and retailers start with their special promotions and offers the week leading up to Black Friday, commonly called BLack Week. Many retailers make their best sales numbers during Black Week.

Cyber Monday

Black week comes to an end with Cyber Monday, a special day for online retailers. Originally Cyber Monday encouraged online shopping but nowadays the lines are more blurred between Black Week, Black Friday and Cyber Monday. A deal can show up any time during this week.

Take notes and spend consciously

Stay one step ahead during Black Week by preparing a wish list. Find out what you want and need beforehand and you’ll know at what price the item is a good deal. If the stuff doesn't get significantly reduced you don't have to stress about buying it right now.

Black Friday history

Black Friday can be traced back to a term used by police in USA describing the day as Black because of heavy traffic and chaos caused by shoppers traveling into town to look for a bargain deal.

When is Black Friday 2022?

The 25th of November is Black Friday 2022. It's the day after Thanksgiving.