Whether you want to snap up an early Christmas present or get your hands on the latest technology, Black Friday is here to provide. Here’s what you can expect from this year’s sales.
November has arrived, which can only mean the return of one thing: Black Friday.
Over the next few weeks, shoppers are set to be deluged in thousands of deals from the UK’s top retailers, as Currys, Boots, John Lewis and more offer major discounts on everything from the latest mobile phones to luxury mattresses.
What started off as thousands of bargain hunters pressing their noses against the glass of closed stores has now turned into the biggest online shopping event of the year.
The upside of this: you can do all your Christmas shopping from the comfort of your own discounted Oodie. The downside: it’s a lot harder to know which retailer is offering a genuine discount and which has just put a fancy percentage on the screen.
Enter the RadioTimes.com team. Every year, our merry band of bargain hunters put our noses to the test as we try and sniff out the best deals possible, and this year will be no different. Already, we’re tracking down discounts on top products like the best iPhone 15 deals, best Nintendo Switch offers and best Google Pixel 8 deals, plus reputable brands, such as the best LEGO deals and the best Samsung offers.
Every year we scour the internet and compare prices across multiple retailers to ensure you’re paying the best price possible, and we’ll be completely honest with you if we believe a product isn’t worth your hard-earned cash.
So this Black Friday, why don’t you sit back, relax and let the RadioTimes.com team do all the work for you? Here’s everything you need to know about the Black Friday dates for 2023.
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- What date is Black Friday 2023?
- When does Black Friday 2023 sales start for UK retailers?
- When do Black Friday 2023 UK sales end?
- How long will Black Friday deals in the UK last?
- Which UK retailers have Black Friday 2023 sales live now?
What date is Black Friday 2023?
Black Friday lands on the day after the American holiday Thanksgiving – the final weekend in November.
That means this year’s event is Friday 24th November.
When does Black Friday 2023 sales start for UK retailers?
Although the official Black Friday is 24th November – we’ll be sure to keep repeating this! – that doesn’t mean you’ve only got one day to bag a deal.
Most retailers like Amazon will run great bargains on the Friday before, in this case the 17th of November. Then there’s sure to be regular deal updates in the week running up to Black Friday, i.e. Monday 20th November onwards.
But that’s not all, many major retailers start running discounts from the 1st of November. So far we’ve seen discounts go live from Currys, Argos, Very and more on products such as smart TVs, electric toothbrushes and air fryers.
When do Black Friday 2023 UK sales end?
Black Friday sales will officially end on Monday 27th November; also known as Cyber Monday. This day is known for having great last-minute discounts on technology and the latest devices, and will also see the last Black Friday discounts hanging around.
How long will Black Friday deals in the UK last?
The Black Friday deals will usually end by midnight on Cyber Monday (27th November).
But some may carry on into the Christmas period, plus you won’t have long to wait until the Boxing Day sales.
Which UK retailers have Black Friday 2023 sales live now?
Several retailers in the UK already have sales live for Black Friday. We can’t promise these are the best prices you’ll see this month, but if you want to get all your shopping out the way early, here’s where you should look:
- Amazon – Black Friday week will run from 17th November but for now you can still shop discounts on brands like Shark, Ninja and Russell Hobbs.
- Argos – Argos are already running major discounts on tech, toys and kitchen supplies. Right now you can get £250 off a Sage Espresso Coffee Machine or 20% off a LEGO Millenium Falcon collectors set
- Boots – Get hundreds of appliances and technology like these Dyson hair straighteners, and snap up a discount on Christmas sets from Yankee Candle, Soap & Glory and more
- B&Q – Save on everything from radiators to barbecues and find a £40 discount on this 7ft Christmas tree
- Currys – The tech retailer has a huge number of early sales right now, including hundreds of pounds off gaming computers and headsets and up to £500 off large kitchen appliances
- Dyson – Great savings across all Dyson technology including vacuums, haircare and headphones
- Emma – Up to 65% off mattresses and bedding
- Fortnum & Mason – Free December Next Day delivery and Standard UK mainland delivery for all of £150 or more
- JD Williams – Get money off household appliances, technology and more in JD Williams’s electronics sale
- John Lewis – Deals on technology such as MacBooks and laptops and 20% off designer perfumes like Tom Ford
- Not on the High Street – Get 15% off when you spend over £35 and use the code EARLYBIRD15
- Very – Save up to 50% on selected fashion and sportswear and 30% on Christmas decorations, plus huge discounts on Ninja air fryers
- Wowcher – Find the best deals on devices like the Apple iPad Air and home comforts like this electric heated blanket
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