Black Friday 2017
Black Friday falls on in 2017. It is classified as a holiday.
About Black Friday
Black Friday occurs the day after Thanksgiving and is known for major retail sales and shopping events.
History
The term originated in Philadelphia and became widely used in the 1980s to describe retailers moving from losses to profits.
Traditions
- Early morning shopping
- Online and in-store promotions
- Doorbuster deals
Fun Facts
- It is one of the busiest shopping days of the year.
- Many retailers open before sunrise.
- It follows Thanksgiving Day.