Walmart’s Early Black Friday Sale Begins November 12: What Shoppers Should Know
November 12, 2026. Walmart’s first early Black Friday sales event begins today and runs through November 15, giving holiday shoppers a head start on gifts, household essentials and seasonal purchases.
When the deals begin
Walmart says the event starts online at 12:01 a.m. Eastern on November 12 and in stores at 6 a.m. local time. Walmart+ members receive early access to selected high-demand deal drops during the first 24 hours, with remaining items opening to all shoppers November 13.
More sale dates ahead
A second Black Friday event runs November 23–29, with stores opening for that sale November 27. Cyber Monday promotions run November 30–December 2. Availability and prices vary, and limited-quantity offers can sell out.
Brownstone’s Best shopping advice
Neighbors, compare the final checkout price with other retailers, review shipping costs and return policies, and avoid buying solely because a discount looks large. Set a budget before shopping. Brownstone’s Best will highlight useful deals and coupon opportunities as they become available.
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