Get Ready for the Hottest Black Friday Travel Deals of 2026!

When is Black Friday 2026?

This year, Black Friday is on Friday, November 27, 2026. Black Friday always falls on the Friday after Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a US holiday that’s celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, so Black Friday always lands between November 23 and 29. Many Americans head to the shops right after their Thanksgiving celebrations have ended to wait in line for the early-morning openings.

How Did Black Friday Start?

The shopping spree madness has its origins in the US as early as the 1930s. The name itself, however, only dates back to the 1950s in Philadelphia. Many people take this Friday off, turning Thanksgiving into a long weekend spent with family. Black Friday’s popularity can likely be traced back to this trend, with shops taking advantage of this “extra” day off to get a head start on Christmas sales.

Philadelphia police used the term in the 1950s to describe the chaos when crowds flooded the city the day after Thanksgiving. The popular story about stores finally turning a profit, or going “into the black,” came later.

Here Are the Exact Dates for the Next Few Years of Black Fridays:

• 2027: November 26

• 2028: November 24

Where and How to Find Cheap Deals on Black Friday?

Most major travel agencies and airlines tend to wait until Black Friday week to roll out their offers, with some of the biggest discounts usually appearing on Black Friday itself.

That's where TravelPirates comes in! Our team of deal hunters searches the web every day to find great deals on flights, hotels, and vacation packages, so you don't have to.

Throughout Black Friday week, we'll be sharing the best offers as soon as they become available, starting with our Early Access Black Friday deals.

Keep an eye on TravelPirates.com and our app so you don't miss out, Pirates!

Tips for Finding the Best Deals on Black Friday:

Finding the best offers won’t be a problem, since we’ll bring them all to you here at TravelPirates. But when it comes to choosing between them, here are a few tips:

• Set a maximum spending budget.

• Make a list of destinations you’d like to travel to and how much you’d like to spend on each one.

• Be ready at 12:00 a.m. on Friday, November 27, which is when the Black Friday offers begin.