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Black Friday & Cyber Monday is in 34 days.
Friday, November 27, 2026
The biggest sale weekend of the year, checked against real sold prices. Here's what's worth buying, when to buy it, and what it really sells for.
What to buy, and when
| What | Best time to buy | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics and toys | Black Friday weekend | Some 'doorbuster' prices are on special models; check the exact item. |
| Online-only deals | Cyber Monday | Many sales continue online through Monday. |
| Anything with a 'was' price | Before you buy | Compare the claimed discount with what the item actually sold for. |
Under their usual price right now
All price drops →Each one is under what it usually sells for, based on 90 days of actual sales, not a store's “was” price.
42% under usual
Pokémon · 2021
Umbreon VMAX Alt Art Evolving Skies PSA 10
$674.75
usually $1,153.73
Save $478.98 · −42%
Best price, eBay or Amazon
22% under usual
Basketball · 2024
Caitlin Clark 2024 Prizm WNBA Rookie PSA 10
$321.19
usually $410.60
Save $89.41 · −22%
Best price, eBay or Amazon
22% under usual
Football · 2020
Joe Burrow 2020 Prizm #307 Rookie PSA 10
$211.41
usually $269.53
Save $58.12 · −22%
Best price, eBay or Amazon
21% under usual
Pokémon · 2025
Pokémon Prismatic Evolutions Elite Trainer Box
$87.08
usually $110.63
Save $23.55 · −21%
Best price, eBay or Amazon
Basketball · 2023
Victor Wembanyama 2023 Prizm Rookie PSA 10
$617.64
usually $770.48
Save $152.84 · −20%
Best price, eBay or Amazon
Dinnerware
Lenox Butler's Pantry 12-Piece Dinnerware Set
$214.41
usually $265.06
Save $50.65 · −19%
Best price, eBay or Amazon
Pokémon · 2023
Charizard ex Obsidian Flames Special Illustration Rare
$42.25
usually $51.94
Save $9.69 · −19%
Best price, eBay or Amazon
Magic: The Gathering · 2024
Magic Foundations Play Booster Box
$79.38
usually $96.73
Save $17.35 · −18%
Best price, eBay or Amazon
The year in celebrations
US holidays and the big sale days, soonest first.
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New Year'sJan 1 · in 69 days
Valentine's DayFeb 14 · in 113 days
EasterMar 28 · in 155 days
Mother's DayMay 9 · in 197 days
Father's DayJun 20 · in 239 days
Fourth of JulyJul 4 · in 253 days
Back to schoolAug 2 · in 282 days
Big US sale events
- Presidents' Day sales
- Mid-February. Mattresses, appliances, and furniture.
- Memorial Day sales
- Late May. Outdoor gear, grills, and appliances.
- Amazon Prime Day
- Usually July. Amazon devices, electronics, and household items.
- Labor Day sales
- Early September. Furniture, appliances, and end-of-summer clearance.
- Black Friday & Cyber Monday
- The weekend after Thanksgiving. Toys, electronics, and nearly everything else.
- After-Christmas clearance
- December 26 onward. Decor, wrap, and gift sets for next year.
Timing is based on past years. Each store announces exact dates a few weeks ahead.