Target Black Friday Hours 2025: When Stores Open, What’s Closed, and Tips for a Faster Shop

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Target Black Friday Hours 2025

Target is closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thu, Nov. 27, 2025) and reopens for doorbusters on Black Friday (Fri, Nov. 28). Here’s exactly when to go, what services run, and how to beat the rush.

Target Thanksgiving & Black Friday hours at a glance

Thanksgiving Day (Thu, Nov. 27): All stores closed. You can still place orders in the app/online; pickup begins when your store reopens Friday.
Black Friday (Fri, Nov. 28): Doors open 6:00 a.m. local time at most locations; closing is at each store’s regular Friday time.
Holiday stretch after Black Friday: Many stores expand to 7 a.m.–midnight through late December (check your local store in the app).

Quick tip: Add items to your cart on Thanksgiving. At 6 a.m. Friday, submit for Drive Up or Order Pickup to skip the aisles.

Services & departments on Black Friday

Drive Up & Order Pickup: Start when your store opens; expect heavier morning volumes.
Same-day delivery: Runs on a holiday schedule; windows fill quickly—book early.
Pharmacy & clinics: Follow store hours but may observe reduced service in early morning; confirm in the app.
Returns desk: Open during store hours; holiday return windows apply (electronics and specialty items may have exceptions—keep packaging).

When to arrive (and where to line up)

6:00–8:00 a.m.: Fastest access to doorbusters (TVs, gaming bundles, small appliances). Inventory is tight but checkout lines are shortest.
Late morning: Best for toys, beauty, home, and everyday essentials once restocks hit the floor.
Afternoon: Calmer aisles, but marquee tech may be sold through; use the app’s in-store map to locate alternates.

Line basics: Most stores form queues near the main entrance; staff will distribute carts and, for limited items, claim tickets before doors open.

What’s actually worth buying at Target on Black Friday

Gaming & consoles: Look for bundle pricing with extra controllers or game credits.
Mid-tier 4K TVs (65–75") at season-low prices; check for HDR10 and enough HDMI ports.
Small appliances: Air fryers, stand mixers, espresso machines often hit yearly lows.
Toys & board games: Deep category promos; easiest wins for gift lists.
Smart home & wearables: Prior-gen models typically drop the furthest while staying feature-rich.

How to shop Target faster (and cheaper)

Heart your picks in the app today so price updates and stock alerts surface first.
Stack savings: Clip digital offers, apply your Target Circle deals, and add any store-card discounts at checkout.
Check model numbers: Holiday-only SKUs can trim ports or features. Compare to avoid surprises.
Use aisle maps: Many stores enable in-app maps that show the exact bay for hot items.
Split your mission: Send one person to electronics and another to small appliances to cover both doorbuster zones.

Regional and mall-adjacent quirks

Mall locations may align to the mall’s opening; freestanding stores are the most consistent with 6 a.m.
College-town & tourist corridors sometimes extend evening hours; rural sites can close earlier.
Weather contingencies: Severe weather can delay opening; check your local store page before leaving.

Thanksgiving Day ordering: what to expect

Even though stores are closed Thursday, online and in-app shopping is live all day. Items placed for Pickup/Drive Up are staged Friday morning in the order received, so building your cart on Thanksgiving improves your spot in the queue.

FAQ

Is Target open on Thanksgiving 2025?
No. All stores are closed on Thursday, Nov. 27.

What time does Target open on Black Friday?
Most stores open at 6:00 a.m. local time on Friday, Nov. 28.

When do Target holiday late hours begin?
After Black Friday, many stores run 7 a.m.–midnight through the core holiday weeks; verify your location’s schedule in the app.

Can I pick up an order placed on Thanksgiving?
Yes—pickup begins when your store opens Friday at 6 a.m.; you’ll get a “ready for pickup” alert when it’s staged.

Plan around 6:00 a.m. Friday for the best doorbusters, place Thanksgiving Day app orders to secure queue position, and use Drive Up/Order Pickup to dodge lines. Always confirm your local store’s opening and closing times in the app before heading out.