Save more on Black Friday, Cyber Monday with these 3 simple tips
Here are three quick tips to save even more money during this holiday season’s online shopping sales, like Cyber Monday and Black Friday.
It’s never too early to start making those wish lists and plans for the day when it comes to Black Friday shopping.
Stores in Okaloosa County will be opening early for the early risers looking for those great deals.
Destin Commons, at U.S. 98 and Danny Wuerffel Way, will be open from 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. The Commons has a mix of 80 national regional retail stores such as Sephora, Lululemon, Bath & Body Works, H&M, Build-A-Bear, JD Sports and Pandora to name a few.
Anchoring down the Commons are Bass Pro Shops and Belk.
Bass Pro will be open from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. starting Monday, Nov. 24. They will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, but on Black Friday get ready to reel in those deals when the doors open at 5 a.m. Bass Pro will close at 9 p.m. on Nov. 28.
As for Belk, they will be open from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m.
For the electronics lover, Best Buy in Destin will be open from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Black Friday.
In Fort Walton Beach, Kohl’s on Beal Parkway will be open from 5 a.m. until midnight, and TJMaxx on Mary Esther Boulevard will be open from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Sam’s Club on Beal Parkway will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but will open at 7 a.m. on Black Friday.
In Crestview, Marshalls will be open from 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. on Black Friday.
Burlington on Ferdon Boulevard in Crestview will be open from 7 a.m. until midnight, which will be their holiday season hours.
Over in South Walton on U.S. 98, Silver Sands Premium Outlets, which boasts about 90 retail stores, will be open from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Nov. 28.
Walmart dropped all the details about their Black Friday 2025 sale, which includes three waves of savings packed with thousands of deals starting at under $20 with up to 60% off top brands like Dyson, Lego, Barbie, Levi’s and Keurig. Target started early with some major sales in the first week of November and will be running sales online throughout the month.
Here’s everything you need to know to shop smarter, save bigger and make the most of Walmart and Target’s 2025 holiday shopping events (including a sneak peek at upcoming Walmart deals).
Walmart Black Friday, Cyber Monday 2025 sales, see when deals start
Walmart’s Black Friday 2025 Deals event features three waves of shopping opportunities:
Walmart’s early Black Friday Deals event
- Online and In-Store: Friday, Nov. 14 through Sunday, Nov. 16
- Walmart+ Early Access: Members get five hours early access online beginning Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. ET
Walmart’s Black Friday Deals event
- Online Only: Tuesday, Nov. 25 through Thursday, Nov. 27
- Online and In-Store: Friday, Nov. 28 through Sunday, Nov. 30
- Walmart+ Early Access: Members get five hours early access online beginning Monday, Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. ET
Walmart’s Cyber Monday Deals event:
- Online Only: Monday, Dec. 1
- Walmart+ Early Access: Members get five hours early access online beginning Sunday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. ET
Can’t wait to start shopping? Plan out your wishlist with a sneak peek at Walmart’s upcoming Black Friday discounts on everything from toys and tech to home decor:
- Barbie Malibu Travel Playset: Was $21.88, Event Price $12
- Dreo 1500W Portable Space Heater: Was $74.99, Event Price $39.99
- Cozy Haven Faux Fur Throw Blanket: Special Buy, Event Price $13
- 98-Inch TCL QLED 4K Google TV: Was $1,798, Event Price $998
- Ford 24V Ride-On Car: Was $599.99, Event Price $299.99
- Lego Speed Champions 2-Pack: Was $44.98, Event Price $25
- Reebok Women’s Sport 2-Piece Set: Was $40, Event Price $25
- Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum Cleaner: Was $729, Event Price $399.99
- Men’s and Women’s Levi’s Signature Denim: Was $24.98, Event Price $15
What is Walmart+? How much does Walmart+ cost?
Walmart+ is a paid membership offering early access to deals, free shipping and more. You can sign up here for a free 30-day trial to try Walmart+ out.
An annual Walmart+ plan is $98 ($8.17 per month) after your free 30-day trial.
Walmart+ membership
Sign up for a one-year Walmart+ membership to save more and get access to exclusive perks!
Do Walmart Black Friday sales apply to online shopping?
Yes! Most deals are available online first, then in stores. Cyber Monday is online-only.
Will Walmart be open on Thanksgiving Day?
No, Walmart stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27.
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Black Friday 2025 sales started early at Target
Target’s best Black Friday deals started early this year. Target’s early Black Friday sale kicked off on Thursday, Nov. 6 and ran through Saturday, Nov. 8. Target’s online store is also running discounts of up to 50% off throughout the month of November.
These holiday deals were offered in anticipation of Target’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale, which officially starts online Thursday, Nov. 27, and ends on Tuesday, Dec. 2, with major discounts that will last throughout the entirety of Cyber Week 2025.
What’s on sale for Black Friday at Target?
While specifics around the exact discounts are still under wraps, Target’s Black Friday sales typically includes sitewide discounts on everything from electronics and home goods to toys and TikTok-loved fashion staples. Popular brands included in the event can range from Apple and Lego to Levi’s and Dyson.
More shopping tips:
Looking for more shopping guidance ahead of Black Friday 2025? Here are some editor-approved shopping tips to help you maximize on the savings:
- Sign up for Target Circle for early access and exclusive deals
- Shop online first—Target prioritizes digital drops
- Use wish lists and alerts to track deals
- Check store hours and plan ahead for in-store shopping
Get Black Friday deals early with Target Circle
You’ll need to sign up for Target Circle — Target’s membership program — in order to unlock early access to the retailer’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. There are a ton of perks to being a Target Circle member, including early access to major sales, personalized deals and a 5% birthday discount every year.
Target Circle is free to join and you can sign up online at Target.com or via the Target app.
