The 2022 Guide To Black Friday In New York City
Black Friday is not only the biggest shopping day of the year in the U.S., it’s also one of the best shopping days in NYC.
The Big Apple is already a great shopping destination with highlights like 5th Avenue, One Greenwich Village, and SoHo. Add on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the holiday decorations, and tourists coming in to visit, and you can start to see why Black Friday in NYC is especially festive.
Despite the rise of other shopping days on Black Friday weekend, including Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, shopping in-person is still a huge draw. In 2021, approximately 155 million Americans shopped on Black Friday, and 2022 is looking to be just as impactful.
So if you’re going to be in NYC for Black Friday or are considering coming to town, it’s time to get your shop on. Read on for all the details about Black Friday in New York City, including where to shop the best deals.
What And When Is Black Friday In NYC
Black Friday is on Friday, November 25th, 2022, and marks the start of the Christmas shopping season in the United States. Taking place on the Friday after Thanksgiving, Black Friday is when many companies offer their best deals and promotions of the year.
While Black Friday is not an official federal holiday, many U.S. employers do offer the day off, meaning there are more people available to take advantage of these deals. The result is the biggest retail sales day of the year, both in NYC and the whole country.
The best online deals for your NYC trip
Here you will find the latest offers and deals around New York. I am always on the lookout for discount offers or cheap hotels and flights – we show you our results on this page!
But beware, the deals are all limited in time!
During Black Friday, Black Week and Cyber Monday you can also save a lot of money on many major travel sites, airlines and New York passes. That’s why I’ve put together the most important and up-to-date deals for you here.
Black Friday offers and deals on hotels & flights
- Expedia.com: 8% off hotels, special flight deals and cruises 30% off
- Booking.com: up to 30% discount
- citizenM Hotels: up to 33% off! I love citizenM’s stylish hotels – they have several in NYC, but also in London, Amsterdam, Paris and 15 other metropolitan areas.
New York City Passes Black Week Deals
If you haven’t heard of them yet, check them out here (they’ll save you up to 50% on the price of admission to 100+ attractions in NYC).
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- Sightseeing DAY Pass: up to 46% discount
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- New York Pass: 33% discount and the chance to win a helicopter ride
Black Week Deals at popular attractions & tours in NYC
- Manhattan Helicopter Tour: 10% discount
- 1-Hour Cruise Around Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island: 10% discount
- Top of the Rock: 14% discount
- Museum of Ice Cream: 15% discount
- Metropolitan Museum of Art: 15% discount
- Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island First Tour of the Day: 15% discount
- Lower East Side Food Tastings and Culture Tour: 20% discount
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Best Stores For Black Friday Deals in New York City
Black Friday in New York City takes the Big Apple’s already impressive shopping experience and supercharges it. If you’re looking for where to shop in NYC on Black Friday, these are some of our favorite shops.
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Macy’s Herald Square
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Midtown Manhattan
Even if you’re just going for the experience, there’s nowhere quite like the world’s largest department store for Black Friday in New York. Though their Black Friday deals may start before Friday itself, there should still be plenty of selection for wardrobe and kitchen essentials to browse through.
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Apple Store 5th Ave
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Midtown Manhattan
If past Black Fridays are any indication, you may want to get in line now at one of NYC’s Apple stores. Their deals, which often start in the morning on Black Friday and last through evening on Cyber Monday, are always some of Apple’s best of the year.
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Saks Fifth Avenue
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Midtown Manhattan
More than just a fun photo opportunity for their amazing window displays, Saks Fifth Avenue is also known for having some of NYC’s best Black Friday deals. Recent discounts have included 40% off designer brands and 50% off winter gear.
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UNIQLO Soho Store
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SoHo
Known for their great basics and value-friendly winter wear, this Japanese chain often offers Black Friday deals for the entire week. Expect discounts on cashmere, puffer coats, and more.
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The MoMa Design Store
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Midtown ManhattanWhile the design store at the Museum of Modern Art is always worth a visit, stop by on Black Friday to take advantage of deals to stock up on gifts for friends and family. From beautifully designed clocks, kitchenware, and other gadgets to vases, art, and more, Black Friday is a great way to indulge at MoMA.
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Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Shopping Tour
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Outside of New York City
Visit the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. There you can get well-known brands and labels at discounted prices. 220 stores make this outlet paradise the ideal place to go for your New York bargain hunting.
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Empire Outlets Staten Island
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Jersey Gardens Outlet
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The Mills at Jersey Gardens offers you one of the best shopping experiences in the NY/NJ area.
- Target – If you’re looking to take advantage of NYC Black Friday deals for your home, heading to Target is a great option. With stores in each of the five boroughs – including one at Herald Square adjacent to Macy’s – you’re sure to have one nearby.
Best Neighborhoods For NYC Black Friday Deals
If you’re in town for the weekend, you may be looking to add some Black Friday shopping to your list of best things to do in New York. To help, we’ve put together a list of shopping centers and neighborhoods in NYC known for their Black Friday deals.
Black Friday Shopping at Fifth Avenue
Whether you love fashion or just love festive displays, Fifth Avenue is a great place to go for NYC Black Friday shopping. From elaborate window displays at Saks to the luxurious Bergdorf Goodman – not to mention Cartier, Tiffany’s, and deBeers – this is a high-end way to spend Black Friday in NYC.
Black Friday Shopping at Greenwich Village
For an only-in-New York kind of Black Friday experience, head to Greenwich Village. With its record shops, bookstores, and vintage boutiques, you’ll find plenty of small businesses to support while still scoring great NYC Black Friday deals.
Black Friday Shopping at Lower East Side
Looking for stylish Black Friday shopping options? The Lower East Side is full of trendy boutiques that have as much designer star power as Fifth Avenue – without all the crowds.
Black Friday Shopping at SoHo (South of Houston)
For a mix of shopping and sophistication, spend part of your Black Friday in NYC in SoHo. South of Houston has a range of Black Friday shopping options, from Zara and H&M up to Bloomingdale’s and Chanel, alongside cultural institutions like the Guggenheim Museum.
Black Friday Shopping at Union Square
Come to Union Square to get the hustle and bustle of the New York holidays with some of the best Black Friday shopping. Ideal spots for shopping include Nordstrom Rack, Toy Tokyo, and the Union Square Holiday Market.
Black Friday Shopping at Brookfield Place – Right between World Trade Center and Rockefeller Park is Brookfield Place, a luxury mall with a wide selection of well-known designer brands. From Gucci and Louis Vutton to Oliver Peoples and Bottega Veneta, Brookfield Place is ideal not just for its shops; it’s also indoors, making it a great backup in case of stormy weather.
Black Friday Shopping at the Shops at Columbus Circle
Looking to combine Black Friday deals with a Central Park stroll? Add a stop by the Shops at Columbus Circle for Black Friday deals at Boss, Lululemon, Michael Kors, and others.
The History of Black Friday
Before it was known as Black Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving was known as the start of the Christmas shopping season. In part, this is due to Thanksgiving parades often featuring Santa Claus arriving at the end of the parade.
For many people, New York City is considered the birthplace of Black Friday because of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, which started in 1924. Since then, Macy’s Herald Square has become one of those destinations synonymous with Black Friday deals.
The “Black” in Black Friday comes from the idea of businesses recording losses in red and gains in black. Given the popularity of the day, it is many businesses’ best shopping day of the year, hence Black Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions About Black Friday in NYC
Does New York have Black Friday sales?
Yes, New York has many Black Friday sales. Given the tradition of department stores using Thanksgiving Day parades to promote their holiday sales, it may be no surprise that Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is connected with Macy’s Herald Square, the largest Macy’s department store in the U.S.
What time does Black Friday start?
Since Black Friday is Friday, November 25th, 2022, some stores start their sales as early as midnight. Others may open their doors earlier than their traditional business hours, so be sure to call ahead to confirm.
Are banks open on Black Friday in New York?
Yes, banks are open on Black Friday in New York since it is not a federal holiday.
Is Black Friday busy in New York?
According to New Yorkers, Black Friday is sometimes considered the first gridlock alert of the season, meaning police don’t recommend people bring cars into the city. Though Black Friday may be busy, visitors can still rely on public transportation to get in and out of the city center easily.
Is Black Friday a holiday?
Though Black Friday may not be an official holiday in the U.S., some states do observe “The Day After Thanksgiving” as a day off for state government employees.
Is it a good idea to travel to NYC on Black Friday?
Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving, which marks the start of the holiday season in New York. Traveling in airports on Black Friday itself will be less busy than Saturday and Sunday, as Thanksgiving weekend tends to be among the busiest travel days of the year.
What is the Black Friday shopping weather in NYC like?
Weatherwise, Black Friday weekend is a nice time to visit NYC. The highs average around 54°F (12°C) and the lows average around 42°F (5°C). On average, it snows about once every five years, meaning there’s a good chance you’ll have clear weather for your stay.
Is Black Friday the same day every year?
Black Friday always follows Thanksgiving. With Thanksgiving being the fourth Thursday of November, Black Friday will always be the fourth Friday of November.
Are museums open on Black Friday?
Yes, museums like the American Museum of Natural History and the Museum of Modern Art are open on Black Friday.
How long does Black Friday last?
While Black Friday may refer to just one day, Black Friday deals tend to last the whole weekend. Since these sales are often connected to a limited number of items, many people tend to go as early as possible on Black Friday to take advantage.
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