Confirmed: Walmart has announced two Black Friday 2026 events plus Cyber Monday. Main online Black Friday offers start November 23 at 12:01 a.m. ET; in-store Black Friday starts November 27 at 6 a.m. local time.
Complete Walmart Black Friday 2026 calendar
| Event | Event dates | Online launch | In-store launch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Black Friday | Nov 12–15 | Nov 12, 12:01 a.m. ET | Nov 12, 6 a.m. local |
| Main Black Friday | Nov 23–29 | Nov 23, 12:01 a.m. ET | Nov 27, 6 a.m. local |
| Cyber Monday | Nov 30–Dec 2 | Nov 30, 12:01 a.m. ET | Online-focused event |
Does Walmart+ get early access?
Yes, but this is more specific than “all deals are members-only.” Walmart has announced early access for Walmart+ members to selected hot Deal drops beginning November 12 and November 23. Any remaining selected drops become available to other shoppers on the following dates. Other public Walmart deals are not automatically restricted to Walmart+.
Will Walmart be open on Thanksgiving 2026?
Walmart states its U.S. stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 26. It says the main in-store Black Friday event begins at 6 a.m. local time on November 27. For individual location hours, confirm the store through Walmart's official Store Finder.
How to prepare for Walmart's 12:01 a.m. launch
- Save the product model and current regular price before the event.
- Make sure you know whether the offer is a public deal or selected Walmart+ hot Deal drop.
- Check online and in-store availability separately.
- Read the terms for pickup, shipping and any purchase limits.
- Expect high-demand products to sell out; adding to cart does not guarantee stock.
Are Walmart Black Friday prices always the best?
No. Compare the exact item at other stores and include delivery costs. Walmart states that event items are limited in quantity and that it does not price match its Deals Events, so review its official event terms before making plans around a price adjustment.
Official event page: Walmart event support .
Official sources and safety guidance
Schedules checked November 5, 2026. Retailers may change prices, stock and offer conditions.