Walmart Black Friday Hours

What is Black Friday (2025) — and when does it begin Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving in the United States. Many big retailers close or limit hours on Thanksgiving, then open early Friday to kick off major holiday shopping. For 2025, most major retailers have announced they will open for in-store shopping early on Black Friday, rather than holding sales on Thanksgiving. As for when it “starts”: online Black Friday deals may begin days before (some start even on Thanksgiving or the week prior), but for in-store shopping — many stores open around dawn on Black Friday. Because local store policies vary, always check the store’s website or call the store you plan to visit. The following are widely quoted 2025 times for major chains.  

Major Retailers: Black Friday 2025 Hours Here’s a quick reference list of some big-name stores and their announced or reported Black Friday opening times in 2025. Retailer Opening Time on Black Friday Notes / Usual Close Time* Walmart 6:00 a.m. Typical closing ~11:00 p.m. Target 6:00 a.m. Closing time varies by location. Kohl's 5:00 a.m. (many stores) Holiday sale hours — may vary by store. JCPenney 5:00 a.m. Closing times vary by location. Best Buy 6:00 a.m. Often closes around 10:00 p.m. on Black Friday. Costco 9:00 a.m. (regular members) / 9 a.m. for many; some report 10 a.m. standard Hours may differ by warehouse — check local listing. TJ Maxx / Marshalls / similar off-price stores Often ~7:00 a.m. Closing times around 10:00 p.m. (varies) Other retailers (depending on chain) Opening times vary — many start between 5:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Check individual store listings 

* Closing times are often approximate and can vary by store, region, and local management decisions.  

What this means for shoppers — pros and things to know Pros of early openings Beat the rush: Getting to stores early (when doors open) often means shorter checkout lines, first pick of doorbuster deals, and better stock. 

Better deal availability 

Limited-quantity “doorbuster” deals on electronics, big-ticket items, and exclusive bundles tend to go fast. Early arrival improves chances of getting them. Time to shop multiple stores: Opening early lets you visit several stores in one day — great if you want to hop between Walmart, Best Buy, Kohl’s etc. 

What to watch out for Variability by location: While chains publish general opening times (e.g., 5 a.m., 6 a.m.), some stores may open earlier or later, or have different closing times. Always check the website for your local store. Crowds & long lines: Early morning crowds, long queues at checkout or fitting rooms, and early sold-out items are common — especially at big stores. Extended hours may vary: Some stores run “Black Friday hours” only; others may revert to regular hours later in the day. 

Thanksgiving closures 

Majority of big retailers (Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Kohl’s, etc.) remain closed on Thanksgiving Day itself, reopening only Friday morning.  

Why Black Friday store hours vary — and what influences them Local management vs national policy: Some hours are network-wide (retailer-level), but store-by-store management may adjust start/close times depending on staffing, local laws, or expected demand. Supply and demand forecasting: Retailers often stagger opening times: early risers (5–6 a.m.) for big deals, while moderate crowds come later. Online vs in-store promotion strategy: Many retailers start online sales days before Black Friday; physical stores open early to catch shoppers who prefer in-person shopping or want doorbusters. Holiday foot traffic & logistics: Stores may change hours to accommodate holiday season, inventory restocking, security concerns, or staff scheduling.   What we don’t always know — so you should check locally Exact closing times — many sources list typical close times (e.g., 10 p.m. for Best Buy) but highlight that “hours may vary by location.” Special store-level policies — some retail locations may choose to open later, or have early-opening for loyalty members, or run “first access” sale hours. Holiday exceptions and differences by region — for example, stores in one state may follow a different schedule than in another (due to local laws, staffing, demand). Online-only deals vs store deals — many “Black Friday sales” now start online, sometimes even before Black Friday. Being early in-store may not guarantee the best discount for every item.  

Summary — When do the big stores open (2025)? Walmart — opens 6 a.m. Black Friday. Target — opens 6 a.m. Black Friday. Kohl’s — often opens 5 a.m. (some stores) on Black Friday. JCPenney — opens 5 a.m. Black Friday. Best Buy — opens 6 a.m., commonly closes by 10 p.m. Costco — opens ~9 a.m. (regular members) on Black Friday (some variation by warehouse). TJ Maxx / Marshalls / other off-price retailers — often 7 a.m. 

Black Friday Bottom line

Black Friday in 2025 sees many major stores opening between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m., with a concentration around 5–6 a.m. for big retailers. If you want the earliest access to deals — especially “doorbusters” — plan to arrive when doors open. Always check your local store’s hours online (or call) to avoid being turned away.