Black Friday Sales 2021: Store, Mall Hours In Bolingbrook

Bolingbrook IL

24 November, 2021

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BOLINGBROOK, IL— Last year, the coronavirus pandemic changed Black Friday as Americans knew it. Retailers in Illinois cut back hours or moved sales online to avoid large crowds in stores. Black Friday falls on Nov. 26 this year. Millions of Americans are now vaccinated against the coronavirus, which means many die-hard shoppers are planning a return to Black Friday normalcy. Not so fast, some experts say. While coronavirus may not be top of mind as Americans hit the lines outside their favorite retailers, the ongoing global supply chain issues could take a huge bite out of their Black Friday fun. Thanks to supply chain issues, many popular holiday gifts will be in short supply or more expensive than usual. While sales might be starting sooner this year, shoppers might not see the steep discounts they're used to on Black Friday, CBS News reported citing Consumer Reports. The problem could be worse for new or in-demand products such as high-tech toys. Still, some shoppers aren't likely to miss out on their favorite holiday tradition. As you plan this year's Black Friday itinerary, you'll want to know when malls are open. Most Chicago-area malls are closed for Thanksgiving, but many have extended Black Friday hours. The Promenade Bolingbrook is closed on Thanksgiving, and open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Black Friday. For a list of hours at other Chicago-area malls and shopping centers, click here. A recent survey by Gallup found Americans plan to spend an average of $837 on gifts this season, up just slightly from the $805 they estimated they would spend last year. Both pandemic-era estimates are lower than what Gallup found in the preceding few years, including the record-high $942 recorded in 2019. Meanwhile, the National Retail Federation is predicting holiday spending this year has the potential to shatter previous records. The organization has predicted holiday sales will increase between 8.5 percent and 10.5 percent over 2020, meaning shoppers intend to spend about $859 billion. If you are planning to shop in person, here are this year's Black Friday store hours, according to BlackFriday.com, TheBlackFriday.com and Good Housekeeping; however, Patch encourages calling ahead to confirm exact hours with your specific location: Academy Sports + Outdoors: Closed Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. Black FridayAce Hardware: Closed Thanksgiving; Black Friday hours vary by franchiseApple: Closed Thanksgiving; open regular hours on Black FridayAnn Taylor: Closed Thanksgiving; check mall for Black Friday hoursAshley HomeStore: Closed Thanksgiving; open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Black FridayBanana Republic: Closed Thanksgiving; open 8 a.m. Black FridayBarnes & Noble: Closed Thanksgiving; open 8 a.m. Black FridayBass Pro Shops: Open 9 a.m. Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. Black FridayBath & Body Works: Closed on Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayBed Bath & Beyond: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayBelk: Closed Thanksgiving; open 7 a.m. Black FridayBest Buy: Closed Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Black FridayBig Lots: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayBurlington: Closed Thanksgiving; Black Friday hours vary by locationCabela's: Open 8 a.m. Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. Black FridayCostco: Closed Thanksgiving; open 9 a.m. Black FridayCVS: Most locations open Thanksgiving; open regular hours Black FridayDick's Sporting Goods: Closed Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. Black FridayDillard's: Closed Thanksgiving; open 9 a.m. Black FridayDollar General: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thanksgiving; open 7 a.m. Black FridayDSW: Closed Thanksgiving; Black Friday hours vary by locationFamily Dollar: Open 8 a.m. Thanksgiving; open 8 a.m. Black FridayFive Below: Closed Thanksgiving; open 8 a.m. Black FridayFleet Farm: Closed Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. Black FridayGameStop: Closed Thanksgiving; open 7 a.m. Black FridayGap: Closed Thanksgiving; some stores open 7 a.m. Black Friday. Call ahead to confirm hoursHarbor Freight Tools: Closed Thanksgiving; open 7 a.m. Black FridayHobby Lobby: Closed Thanksgiving; open regular hours Black FridayHome Depot: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayHome Goods: Closed Thanksgiving; open regular hours Black FridayIkea: Closed Thanksgiving; open regular hours Black FridayJCPenney: Closed Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. Black FridayJoann Fabrics: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayKmart: Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayKohl's: Closed Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. Black FridayLowe's: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayMacy's: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayMarshalls: Closed Thanksgiving; open 8 a.m. Black FridayMenards: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayMichaels: Closed Thanksgiving; open 7 a.m. Black FridayNordstrom: Closed Thanksgiving; open 9 a.m. Black FridayOffice Depot and OfficeMax: Closed Thanksgiving; open 9 a.m. Black FridayOld Navy: Closed Thanksgiving; open 12 a.m. Black FridayPetco: Closed Thanksgiving; open 8 a.m. Black FridayPetSmart: Closed Thanksgiving; open 8 a.m. Black FridaySam's Club: Closed Thanksgiving; open regular hours Black FridaySears: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridaySephora: Closed Thanksgiving; check mall hours for Black FridaySportsman's Warehouse: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayStaples: Closed Thanksgiving; open 9 a.m. Black FridayTarget: Closed Thanksgiving; open 7 a.m. Black FridayTJ Maxx: Closed Thanksgiving; open 8 a.m. Black FridayTractor Supply Co.: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayUlta: Closed Thanksgiving; open 6 a.m. Black FridayVictoria's Secret: Closed Thanksgiving; check mall hours for Black FridayWalmart: Closed Thanksgiving; open 5 a.m. Black Friday To avoid overspending on holiday gifts, it's important to make a list, set a budget and stick to it. Also, know your shopping triggers. For example, many people can't resist a sale. But not all bargains are created equal, and shoppers should be wary of the "buy more, save more" types of deals. "You think you are getting a better value when you see $10 off $50 or $20 off $50, but it's the same percent discount, so don't let that discount claim make you spend more," consumer savings expert Andrea Woroch told CNBC. RELATED: Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving 2021 In IllinoisChicago-Area Malls Closed For Thanksgiving 2021: ListIL Holiday COVID-19 Guidance: Vaccines Will Make Season SaferThanksgiving Store Hours 2021: What's Open, Closed In Illinois