Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving (the fourth Thursday of November) in the United States. It marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season with massive sales worldwide. It falls on the fourth Friday of November every year.
| Year | Black Friday Date | Day | Days Until |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 27, 2026 | Friday | D-225 |
| 2027 | November 26, 2027 | Friday | D-589 |
| 2028 | November 24, 2028 | Friday | D-953 |
| 2029 | November 23, 2029 | Friday | D-1317 |
| 2030 | November 29, 2030 | Friday | D-1688 |
| 2031 | November 28, 2031 | Friday | D-2052 |
| 2032 | November 26, 2032 | Friday | D-2416 |
| 2033 | November 25, 2033 | Friday | D-2780 |
| 2034 | November 24, 2034 | Friday | D-3144 |
| 2035 | November 23, 2035 | Friday | D-3508 |
| 2036 | November 28, 2036 | Friday | D-3879 |
| 2037 | November 27, 2037 | Friday | D-4243 |
| 2038 | November 26, 2038 | Friday | D-4607 |
| 2039 | November 25, 2039 | Friday | D-4971 |
| 2040 | November 23, 2040 | Friday | D-5335 |
| 2041 | November 29, 2041 | Friday | D-5706 |
| 2042 | November 28, 2042 | Friday | D-6070 |
| 2043 | November 27, 2043 | Friday | D-6434 |
| 2044 | November 25, 2044 | Friday | D-6798 |
| 2045 | November 24, 2045 | Friday | D-7162 |
While Black Friday originated in the United States, it has become a global phenomenon with major sales events in Korea and around the world. Discounts of up to 80% or more are common in both online and offline stores.
Discount rate (%) = (original price - discounted price) ÷ original price × 100. For example, if a $100 item is discounted to $70, the discount rate is 30%. Using this formula when comparing prices across multiple stores helps you accurately assess the real savings.
For purchases shipped from the US, items priced at or below $200 are exempt from customs duties. Above that, customs duties (0–40%) and VAT (10%) apply depending on the product type. Always check that the total amount including shipping does not exceed the duty-free limit.
International shopping typically involves: ① signing up on the retailer's website → ② setting up a forwarding address → ③ payment (requires a card with international payment capability) → ④ requesting domestic shipping after arrival at the forwarding address → ⑤ customs clearance and receipt. Some stores offer direct shipping to Korea.
Recently, "Early Black Friday" sales often begin 1–2 weeks before the actual day. Sales typically continue for about 4–5 days through Cyber Monday (the Monday after Black Friday). Some retailers run discounts throughout the entire month of November.
Black Friday is the biggest annual sale event, with major retailers like Amazon, Nordstrom, and Nike offering discounts of up to 80% or more. With proper preparation, you can enjoy significant savings.
Create a wishlist beforehand and record regular prices. Use price tracking tools like CamelCamelCamel to verify if discounts are genuine. Popular items sell out quickly, so purchasing immediately when sales start is advantageous. Adding items to your cart in advance is also a good strategy.
Purchasing within the duty-free limit ($200 from the US) allows you to receive products without additional taxes. When buying multiple items, you can use separate shipments, but customs may consolidate charges with repeated use. For electronics and other products with voltage differences, always verify compatibility with your local power standards.