• Find the best 'day after Thanksgiving' sale to get a head start on holiday shopping. Commonly known as Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving is one of the biggest pre-Christmas shopping days of the year, with many retailers offering popular products at steep discounts. Ads for these sales are often leaked early.

• Fast Facts

  1. Black Friday: November 28, 2008
  2. Called "Black" Friday because the retailers go "in the black," i.e. make a profit
  3. The term has been traced back to the 1970s
  4. Symbolizes the first day of the Christmas shopping season
  5. Is not actually the highest grossing retail day of the year - that occurs on the day before ChristmasSnopes.com: Urban Legends Reference Page: Black Friday
  6. Stores may open very early and stay open very late
  7. Special offers and deals are advertised beforehand
  8. Cyber Monday is the following Monday

• How to Navigate Day After Thanksgiving Sales

  The four day Thanksgiving weekend gives many holiday shoppers extra time to visit stores, but the crowds can make the experience difficult. Check out Mahalo's Black Friday Tips and our How to Organize Holiday Shopping pages before you brave the stores this Black Friday.

• Shopping Online

  Many online retailers offer significant Black Friday discounts as well, and it's definitely possible to get some great deals without leaving the house. Unfortunately, online shopping also has its drawbacks: you can't see the product in person, and sometimes it's hard to tell if you're getting the best price and if you can trust the seller. Check out Mahalo's How to Shop Online Without Getting Scammed to stay safe and confident this holiday season.

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