Is the Stock Market Open on Black Friday?
Yes — markets are open on Black Friday in 2026, but close early at 1:00 p.m. ET.
Black Friday 2026: Friday, November 27, 2026
Yes — U.S. stock markets are open on Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving), but only for a shortened session: trading ends early at 1:00 p.m. ET instead of the usual 4:00 p.m.
It is typically one of the lightest-volume sessions of the year, with many traders away for the holiday weekend.
Black Friday market status by year
| Year | Date | Market status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday, Nov 27 | Open until 1:00 p.m. ET |
| 2027 | Friday, Nov 26 | Open until 1:00 p.m. ET |
| 2028 | Friday, Nov 24 | Open until 1:00 p.m. ET |
| 2029 | Friday, Nov 23 | Open until 1:00 p.m. ET |