Black Friday 2025 is almost here — and if you’re planning to grab the year’s biggest deals at Walmart, knowing the store hours ahead of time can save you time, stress, and help you score the best deals. In this article, we break down what to expect for Walmart’s Black Friday opening and closing times, plus helpful tips to make the most of the shopping rush.
What Time Does Walmart Open on Black Friday 2025?
For 2025, Walmart has announced that most of its U.S. stores will open early at 6:00 a.m. local time on Black Friday morning.
This early opening time applies to most Super centers and Neighborhood Markets — though some stores may vary by state or region.
Black Friday hours
Store hours can vary widely. Here’s when major retailers are open Friday, with links to check your local store’s hours.
- Academy Sports + Outdoors: 5am to 11pm
- Apple: Varies
- Athleta: Varies.
- Banana Republic: Varies.
- Barnes & Noble: Stores open at 8am.
- Bass Pro Shops/Cabela: 5am to 9pm
- Bath & Body Works: Hours vary but many open by 6am.
- Belk: 6am to 10pm
- Best Buy: 6am to 10pm
- BJ’s Wholesale Club: Open 7am
- Burlington: 7am to midnight
- Costco: 9am for executive members; 10am for all members.
- Dick’s Sporting Goods: 6am to 10pm
- Five Below: Stores open at 7am.
- GameStop: Varies, but many stores open 6am to 10pm.
- Hobby Lobby: 8am to 9pm
- Home Depot: Regular hours, open 6am
- HomeGoods: 7am to 10pm
- JCPenney: Open at 5am
- Kohl’s: Open 5am
- Lowe’s: Open 6am
- Macy’s: Most stores open 6am to 10pm
- Marshalls: 7am to 10pm
- Michaels: 7am to 10pm
- Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack: Varies
- Office Depot and OfficeMax: Varies, most open at 8am.
- Ross: 7am to 11:30pm
- Sam’s Club: Varies by membership; 8am for Plus members and 9am for all members.
- Sephora: Varies.
- Staples: Stores open at 9am.
- Target: Stores open 6am.
- TJ Maxx: 7am to 10pm
- Ulta Beauty: 6am to 10pm
- Victoria’s Secret: Varies with stores opening as early as 6am.
- Walmart: 6am to 11pm
When Does Walmart Close on Black Friday 2025?
According to recent reports, many Walmart stores plan to stay open until 11:00 p.m. local time — or until their normal closing time.
Some larger Super centers or very busy locations may even extend hours further or operate 24 hours during the promotional weekend — especially those in high-traffic metro areas.
Smart Shopping Tips for Black Friday 2025
When you head out for Walmart’s Black Friday deals, keep these tips in mind to get the most value:
- Arrive early (around 5:45 a.m.) — often the best deals go fast.
- Use the Walmart app or website to check stock before you go.
- Plan your visit: know exactly what you want (TV, electronics, etc.) to avoid long lines or sold-out stock.
- Consider door buster hours — many best-value items drop availability quickly.
- Watch for local variations — small stores may not open at 6 a.m. or might close earlier than 11 p.m.
Final Thoughts: What You Should Do Before Black Friday
Walmart’s 2025 Black Friday hours — opening at 6:00 a.m. and closing around 11:00 p.m. — are favorable for early-bird shoppers looking for big savings. But because hours can vary by store:
- Always check your store’s hours using official tools.
- Plan ahead and go early if you want door buster deals.
- Use the Walmart website/app to check deal availability before leaving home.
Good luck — and happy bargain hunting!
