Target's 2025 Black Friday Sale: Ways to Prepare

But with so many offers and promotions, how can you make the most out of it?

When does Target's Black Friday sale start?

Officially, Black Friday starts on November 24th, just in time for the holiday season.

Having said that, Target has early Black Friday deals for the entire month of November, especially online.

If you head over to their site now, you’ll see the variety of deals and offers they currently have offered.

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They also have a ‘deal of the day’ which, as the name suggests, changes every day. So if you see something that catches your eye, get it while you can.

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And let’s not forget about Cyber Monday.

Cyber Monday takes place on the Monday after Black Friday.

It’s not quite as big as Black Friday for in-store retailers, mostly because plenty of the items will have sold by the time Monday rolls around. But anything that’s left is likely to be discounted even further.

For instance, last year Target knocked an extra 15% off certain on-sale vacuums, 25% off heating pads and humidifiers, along with up to 50% off power tools.

Target Circle members also had $10 off when they spent over $50 on Christmas decorations (we’ll come back to what Target Circle is later).

So it’s worth penciling Cyber Monday in your diary, too. You might not have as much variety to choose from, but you can still bag yourself a bargain.

If you want to keep up to date with all of Target’s online and in-store deals, we’d suggest signing up to their mailing list as soon as possible. This will be sure you’re notified as and when the big deals hit the store.

Will Target Black Friday deals be online?

Yes, Target will have their Black Friday deals online. This is good news for the 90% of shoppers who’ll be doing their Black Friday shopping online this year!

So what are the benefits of shopping online instead of in-store?

For starters, it’s much more convenient than heading out to a store. Not to mention, you don’t have to worry about fighting your way through crowds to get the best deal.

Target also tends to have more choices offered online than in-store. There are some items, like the bed frame in the image below, that are only offered online.

So browsing Target’s online sales from the comfort of your own home could be a good choice this year, especially if you want to avoid the crowds.

But if you decide to shop in-store, Target has put measures in place to reduce crowds and keep shoppers safe during the pandemic.

For instance, users can download their app and purchase items as they shop. It’s a fast and easy way to keep people moving through the store quickly and prevent lineups for the checkout.

When does Target Black Friday start online?

Technically, Target’s online Black Friday deals have already begun.

Every Sunday throughout November, Target is dropping new discounts and offers as part of their Black Friday promotions, so you can start shopping online at the moment.

But even though there are items discounted already, the entire catalog of Black Friday savings will likely launch on November 26th.

As for what time this will be, there’s no details on this yet. As we’ve already mentioned, we’d suggest signing up to their emails to keep yourself in the loop.

What time does Target open on Black Friday?

We know that Target will close on Thanksgiving Day, but there’s no confirmed time for Target’s Black Friday opening hours as of yet.

Last year, most stores opened at 7 am. This year will likely be the same, but store opening times vary by location. Check the Target site to see your local store opening hours.

And don’t forget that the Black Friday deals will be online, too. So if you don’t feel like heading to the store in the early hours of the morning, you can browse their site instead.

Does Target price match Black Friday?

Unlike other stores like Walmart and Best Buy, Target is offering price-match this year.

However, it only applies to Target orders.

If you purchase an item in their store or online between October 10th and Christmas Eve, you can ask for a price match if the price of your item has dropped since you bought it. Providing you’ve got all the required documentation, you’ll get a refund for the difference.

To claim a price match, you’ll need proof of purchase. So whatever you buy from Target, whether it’s online or in-store, keep hold of your receipt. Without it, you won’t get any money back.

Price-match can take place at any Target store. If you purchased online, you can call their Guest Services at +1 (800) 591-3869.

When’s the best time to shop Target’s Black Friday sale?

The earlier, the better. If you leave it too long, you might miss out on some of the best deals.

And if you really want to stay ahead of the curve, consider becoming a Target REDcard holder. This will give you early access to the best Black Friday deals, along with an extra 5% off all orders (including some discounted items).

Here are some of the other benefits REDcard holders get:

• Extra 30-day return time
• Shipping at no charge (including two-day shipping)
• Assorted exclusives. These vary by location, but include special items, gifts, and offers throughout the year.

There are two types of REDcard you can sign up for — either credit or debit. Head over to the site for all the details.

What is the Target Circle loyalty program?

Along with the REDCard, Target shoppers can also sign up for the Target Circle loyalty program. It’s free to join, and members get early access to the Black Friday sale.

By becoming a Target Circle member, shoppers also get these extra benefits:

• 1% back on every purchase
• Free trials of Apple TV and Apple Music
• Personalized discounts and coupons drawn from your shopping habits
• Ability to cast votes for local nonprofits to receive charitable donations from Target

For full details about the membership, take a look at Target’s site.

What were Target's best Black Friday 2022 deals?

Let’s take a look at some of the best deals from Target’s Black Friday sale last year. This will give you an idea of the new deals we can expect in 2023.

Gift cards

• Since 2016, if you buy an Apple gift card on Black Friday, you’ll receive 30% off a second one.
• You got a $15 Target gift card with the purchase of $100 worth of Apple gift cards.

Technology

• The newest iPhone models were bundled with hefty gift cards in 2021.
• TVs are always a big hit in Target’s Black Friday sale. Last year, they had a Samsung 55" UHD TV for around $699. There was also a TCL 40” Smart Roku TV for $229.
• Apple AirPods Pro were on sale for $199.99.

Clothing

• Outerwear and cold-weather accessories were 30% off, plus an extra 15% off cold-weather apparel and boots.
• Discounts on clothing staples like underwear and socks were offered last year. The retailer offered a buy-one-get-the-second-50% off deal.
• Men's crew t-shirts were offered for the Black Friday price of $4 each.

Future discounts

• 20% off a future shopping trip to consumers who spent $50 on Black Friday.

Toys

• Discounts of up to 50% off toys broadly, including up to 40% off Lego sets, which were pretty popular ahead of Christmas.
• You could buy two Disney toys and get a third for free.

What can we expect from Target's Black Friday sale this year?

Drawn from last year’s sale and the discounts we’ve seen so far throughout November, we can expect a mix of deals across a large range of items.

If there’s something in particular that you want, we’d suggest tracking it online. That way, you can check in on the pricing and make a purchase when the item is at its cheapest.

Target has a great way for shoppers to keep track of their favorite items. In the image below, the heart icon allows you to save items to your Target account. This will make it easier to keep on top of price changes if items get discounted.

Check out the latest Target deals

Black Friday is just around the corner. Hopefully, this article has given you enough details to prepare yourself for when the deals hit the stores, saving you a whole lot of money in the process.

From clothing to kitchen appliances and everything in between, Target’s 2023 Black Friday sale is sure to deliver — especially as holiday shopping is starting to ramp up.

But if you can’t wait for Black Friday, take a look at some existing Target discount codes. You might bag yourself a deal before Black Friday rolls around.

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