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Black Friday: Best deals and opening hours for top shopping destinations in Charlotte

Shoppers can expect long lines at Charlotte Premium Outlets in Steele Creek on Black Friday.
Shoppers can expect long lines at Charlotte Premium Outlets in Steele Creek on Black Friday. cmuccigrosso@charlotteobserver.com

Black Friday is for many the best day to hit the stores in order to take advantage of big sales.

An estimated 131.7 million in the U.S. are planning to shop in-store on Black Friday this year, according to data from the National Retail Federation.

If you’re one of the millions of people heading out to track down the perfect gifts for your loved ones (or for yourself), below are Thanksgiving and Black Friday hours for some of the biggest shopping locations in and around Charlotte — and some tips on how to find the best deals.

Check back: We’ll be updating this list as more details are released.

How to find the best deals on Black Friday

Here are some tips on how to find the best deals on Black Friday, according to Consumer Reports:

  • Start early: Some stores are already offering discounts you can take advantage of.

  • Compare prices: You can use tools like Google Shopping, PriceGrabber, and Shopzilla to compare prices among retailers to find the best deals.

  • Use loyalty programs: Store loyalty programs often grant members early access to coupons, sales, and promotions, then let them earn rewards for what they buy.

  • Create a budget: Decide ahead of time how much you want your Black Friday shopping to cost, and do your best to resist impulse buying.

  • Check store policies in advance: Most retailers have price-match policies, so be sure to check them in case you find a better deal elsewhere.

Charlotte shopping mall hours on Black Friday

Carolina Place Mall

Location: Pineville, 11025 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville, NC 28134

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Charlotte Premium Outlets

Location: Steele Creek, 5404 New Fashion Way, Charlotte, NC 28278

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Concord Mills Mall

Location: Concord, 8111 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC 28027

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Northlake Mall

Location: Davis Lake, 6801 Northlake Mall Dr, Charlotte, NC 28216

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.

SouthPark Mall

Location: SouthPark, 4400 Sharon Rd., Charlotte, NC 28211

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Charlotte department store hours on Black Friday

Belk

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • Sales are available in store and online Nov. 22-30.

Dillard’s

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

  • Sales are available in store and online through the holidays.

JCPenney

Location: Pineville, 11017 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville, NC 28134

Location: Concord, 1480 Concord Pkwy N, Concord, NC 28025

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 5 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • Sales are available in store and online through Nov. 30.

Kohl’s

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 5 a.m.-midnight at most locations

  • Sales are available in store and online through Nov. 29.

Macy’s

Location: SouthPark, 4400 Sharon Rd Suite 502, Charlotte, NC 28211

Location: Pineville, 11001 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville, NC 28134

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 8 a.m.-9 p.m. at Northlake, 6 a.m.-11 p.m. at SouthPark

  • Black Friday sales include up to 65% off jackets, up to 50% off shoes and fragrances.

Nordstrom

Location: SouthPark, 4400 Sharon Rd., Charlotte, NC 28211

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • There will be deals on everything from clothing and shoes to makeup and accessories through Nov. 29.

Black Friday hours at big-box stores

Bass Pro Shops

Location: Concord, 8181 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord, NC 28027

  • Thanksgiving Day: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

  • Black Friday: 5 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • See Black Friday sales, available Nov. 25-Dec. 1, at basspro.com.

Best Buy

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 6 a.m.-10 p.m.

  • Sales began Nov. 21, with discounts on tech and appliances like a Dyson Digital Slim Cordless Vacuum for $230 and a Samsung 75-inch Class DU6950 Series Smart TV for $550.

Dick’s Sporting Goods

Location: Carolina Place, 11001 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville, NC 28134

Location: SouthPark, 4325 Barclay Downs Dr., Charlotte, NC 28209

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 6 a.m.-10 p.m.

  • Sales span departments and include up to 30% off select Nike clothing, up to 40% off select Nike Blazer shoes, up to $300 off select golf clubs and $1,100 off Horizon Fitness 7.0AT Studio Series treadmill.

Home Depot

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • Discounts end Wednesday, Dec. 4 and include up to 40% off select appliances, tools and accessories, and vanities.

Lowe’s

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • Sales on tools, appliances and holiday decorations are available throughout November at lowes.com.

Marshalls

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 7 a.m.-10 p.m.

  • Deals are offered on name brand items year-round.

Old Navy

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 5 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • The Black Friday sale begins Wednesday, Nov. 27, and includes discounts on pajamas, jeans, sweatshirts and sweatpants, coats, jackets and sweaters.

Petco

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

  • From Nov. 27-30, in stores and online, Petco is offering discounts such as 50% off Reddy quilted puffers, 25% off Reddy dog beds and throws and 20% off items including Native Pet supplements and Sherpa carriers.

PetSmart

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • From Nov. 25-Dec. 1, PetSmart is giving customers 50% off holiday items.

Target

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 6 a.m.-10 p.m.

  • Save on items including KitchenAid mixers and devices including iPads, Apple Watches and Apple, Beats and Bose headphones.

T.J. Maxx

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 7 a.m.-10 p.m.

  • Deals are offered on name brand items year-round.

Walmart

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: Hours vary by location

  • Sales begin online Nov. 25 across departments, including Dyson V11 Extra cordless vacuum cleaner for $350, Cate & Chloe 18 karat white gold hoop earrings with Swarovski crystals for $16, Carote 17-piece nonstick cookware sets for $65.

Black Friday hours at wholesale clubs

BJ’s

Location: Multiple

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • Sales, valid Nov. 18-Dec. 2, are on toys, TVs, tech, home and kitchen, and furniture. Buy one, get one 50% off on select toys, $50 off Cuisinart 11-piece stainless steel set and $1,100 off LG 65-inch OLEDB4 4K UHD ThinQ AI Smart TV.

Costco

Location: Yorkmount, 500 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217

Location: Matthews, 2125 Matthews Township Pkwy, Matthews, NC 28105

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

  • Sales are valid Nov. 1-Dec. 2 and include Meta Quest 3S Virtual Reality Headset bundle for $400 and $150 off Dell Inspiron 15.6-inch 1080p Touchscreen laptop.

Sam’s Club

Location: Pineville, 11425 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville, NC 28134

Location: Matthews, 1801 Windsor Square Dr., Matthews, NC 28105

  • Thanksgiving Day: Closed

  • Black Friday: Opens at 8 a.m. for Plus members, 10 a.m. for other members

  • Sales begin Nov. 27 for Plus members and Nov. 28 for other members.

This story was originally published November 26, 2024 at 5:30 AM.

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Evan Moore
The Charlotte Observer
Evan Moore is a service journalism reporter for the Charlotte Observer. He grew up in Denver, North Carolina, where he previously worked as a reporter for the Denver Citizen, and is a UNC Charlotte graduate.
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