{"id":32592,"date":"2025-10-21T04:37:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T02:37:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=32592"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:45:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:45:04","slug":"black-friday-2025-key-dates-and-when-sales-will-start","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/black-friday-2025-key-dates-and-when-sales-will-start\/","title":{"rendered":"Black Friday 2025: Key Dates and When Sales Will Start"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Black Friday has become one of the biggest shopping events of the year in South Africa \u2014 a day (and often a week or more) when retailers slash prices on everything from fashion and electronics to homeware and groceries. If you love a good bargain, 2025\u2019s Black Friday is shaping up to be another massive savings opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s your full guide to <strong>Black Friday 2025<\/strong>, including key dates, when sales are expected to start, which stores to watch, who will have the best deals, and tips to make the most of the shopping frenzy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-is-black-friday-2025\"><strong>When Is Black Friday 2025?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2025, <strong>Black Friday falls on Friday, 28 November<\/strong>, followed by <strong>Cyber Monday on 1 December<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the trend in South Africa \u2014 much like in the US and UK \u2014 is for sales to start much earlier. Many major retailers, including Superbalist, Mr Price, and Game, are expected to launch <strong>\u201cearly access\u201d or \u201cpre-Black Friday\u201d sales<\/strong> as soon as the <strong>week of 24 November<\/strong>, while others may kick off discounts even earlier in the month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means shoppers can expect a <strong>full week or more of deals<\/strong> leading up to the main event, plus extended offers running through the weekend and into Cyber Monday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1153191951\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-dates-to-remember\"><strong>Key Dates to Remember<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Early November 2025:<\/strong> Some online stores may begin teasing \u201cpre-Black Friday\u201d specials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Week of 24 November 2025:<\/strong> Expect major retailers to officially start rolling out early deals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Black Friday \u2013 28 November 2025:<\/strong> The biggest sale day of the year, with massive discounts both online and in-store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cyber Monday \u2013 1 December 2025:<\/strong> Online-exclusive deals, often focused on tech, gadgets, and digital products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stores to Watch for Black Friday 2025 Deals<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Superbalist<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/superbalist.com\/?gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=21410328632&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADoKxp8tw-IuKH5klSQUPceFj_J_m&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwu9fHBhAWEiwAzGRC_3MfzlMlZqSY-__GBHeBV1d-EgSqpgARfT8eAvSTpqjgjEHh8t8xUxoCqscQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Superbalist <\/a>is one of South Africa\u2019s most popular online fashion and lifestyle stores, and it\u2019s well-known for offering some of the most impressive Black Friday discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expect big savings on <strong>clothing, shoes, beauty products, and home d\u00e9cor<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In 2025, Superbalist is likely to begin its <strong>promotions around 24 November<\/strong>, with <strong>early-bird online sales<\/strong> and exclusive app-only offers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep an eye on bundle deals and flash sales, as Superbalist tends to drop limited-time offers throughout the week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Mr Price<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrp.com\/en_za\/home?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=search&amp;utm_campaign=brand_core&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=20385379582&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADtR-RbhBl0GAcWmoE5HD6NwDGGqN&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwu9fHBhAWEiwAzGRC_4MeWB2_QmCYhklqV1akZaPZ3lCuKO9wKEHztvrxqceSsp2CuUsz9RoCe_sQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mr Price<\/a> consistently delivers fantastic bargains during Black Friday, especially for <strong>budget-conscious fashion shoppers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deals will likely start <strong>online during the week of 24 November<\/strong>, giving online shoppers early access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expect discounts across <strong>men\u2019s, women\u2019s, and kids\u2019 fashion<\/strong>, as well as homeware and accessories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On <strong>Black Friday itself<\/strong>, both <strong>in-store and online<\/strong> deals will be available, making it a great time to stock up on wardrobe staples.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Game<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.game.co.za\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqjDxy835dzyXXL40iBUO9iWzzRznroeuMgftb7taKnbhuJp2WM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Game <\/a>is one of South Africa\u2019s <strong>most trusted retailers for electronics, appliances, and groceries<\/strong>. Every year, it draws large crowds both in-store and online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shoppers can expect significant markdowns on <strong>TVs, laptops, phones, gaming consoles, and household essentials<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Game often releases a <strong>sneak peek of its Black Friday catalogue<\/strong> a few days before the sale, so you can plan your shopping list in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some stores may also open earlier on the day to accommodate the rush.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Makro<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makro.co.za\/?srsltid=AfmBOorJFxXrWLcxbzIC5RQJ3R4TlcJv88IRwEuQAdJW-60zy2qK8mtX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Makro\u2019s<\/a> Black Friday deals are always highly anticipated, particularly for <strong>electronics, appliances, and bulk groceries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expect massive savings on <strong>kitchen appliances, TVs, sound systems, and cleaning supplies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In 2025, Makro will likely begin its <strong>early online promotions<\/strong> in the week leading up to Black Friday, with deals continuing through the weekend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shoppers are encouraged to use the <strong>Makro app or online platform<\/strong> to avoid long queues and secure items before they sell out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Takealot<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Although not explicitly confirmed yet, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takealot.com\/?gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=21875674689&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADuiBEw0Ak1o2i1kA2pUsLuy8ZRly&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwu9fHBhAWEiwAzGRC_yBHt_IhlZs-V3hyIJtkd9mTzKg97V6rS29Qwhs0LKjGDFBBZcx0aRoC7AoQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Takealot<\/strong> <\/a>remains one of the <strong>major players in South Africa\u2019s Black Friday sales<\/strong> every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The online giant typically launches its <strong>\u201cBlue Dot Sale\u201d<\/strong> with rolling deals that last for several days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expect discounts across <strong>tech, beauty, home, toys, and fitness gear<\/strong>, with many deals going live at midnight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Takealot\u2019s \u201cDeal of the Day\u201d format keeps things exciting, with new discounts dropping throughout the sale period.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3670344291\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-will-have-the-best-black-friday-deals-in-2025\"><strong>Who Will Have the Best Black Friday Deals in 2025?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While most major South African retailers will offer steep discounts, some are expected to <strong>outshine the rest<\/strong> in 2025 based on their past performance, product range, and early promotional activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a look at where you\u2019re likely to find the <strong>best Black Friday deals<\/strong> this year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-takealot-best-for-electronics-tech-and-everyday-essentials\"><strong>Takealot \u2013 Best for Electronics, Tech, and Everyday Essentials<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Takealot is consistently a crowd favourite because of its <strong>wide product range<\/strong> and <strong>competitive prices<\/strong>. From gadgets and kitchenware to toys and books, the <strong>Blue Dot Sale<\/strong> usually covers it all.<br>In 2025, expect Takealot to dominate in <strong>electronics<\/strong>, offering deep discounts on TVs, smartphones, and gaming consoles, as well as home and lifestyle items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-game-best-for-big-ticket-appliances\"><strong>Game \u2013 Best for Big-Ticket Appliances<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re eyeing a <strong>major appliance upgrade<\/strong>, Game is your go-to store. Each year, shoppers find <strong>substantial savings on washing machines, fridges, and microwaves<\/strong>, alongside deals on gaming accessories and sound systems.<br>Game also tends to offer <strong>price guarantees<\/strong>, ensuring you won\u2019t find the same item cheaper elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-superbalist-best-for-fashion-and-lifestyle\"><strong>Superbalist \u2013 Best for Fashion and Lifestyle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Superbalist\u2019s Black Friday sales are famous for turning wardrobes around at a fraction of the price. With <strong>up to 70% off<\/strong> on local and international brands, this is where fashion lovers will find their best deals.<br>You can expect <strong>exclusive app-only discounts<\/strong> and <strong>free delivery thresholds<\/strong> during the Black Friday period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-makro-best-for-bulk-buys-and-homeware\"><strong>Makro \u2013 Best for Bulk Buys and Homeware<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Makro\u2019s strength lies in its <strong>bulk pricing<\/strong> and variety of <strong>household essentials, appliances, and tech<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re shopping for a new vacuum cleaner or stocking up on festive groceries, Makro\u2019s Black Friday discounts can save you thousands of rands.<br>Online shoppers should check for <strong>click-and-collect<\/strong> options to secure items before they sell out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mr-price-best-for-budget-friendly-fashion\"><strong>Mr Price \u2013 Best for Budget-Friendly Fashion<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr Price continues to be a top choice for <strong>affordable fashion<\/strong>, particularly for families. With online deals starting early and additional markdowns on Black Friday itself, you\u2019ll find <strong>great bargains on clothing, accessories, and shoes<\/strong> for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bonus-smaller-online-retailers\"><strong>Bonus: Smaller Online Retailers<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t overlook smaller e-commerce platforms such as <strong>Zando, Loot, and Bidorbuy<\/strong>. These sites often compete aggressively with bigger names by offering niche products and <strong>free delivery promotions<\/strong> during Black Friday week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended for you: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/telkom-gears-up-for-massive-black-friday-deals\/\">Telkom Gears Up for Massive Black Friday Deals<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-preparing-for-black-friday-2025\"><strong>Tips for Preparing for Black Friday 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to score the best bargains, preparation is everything. Here are a few smart ways to get ready ahead of time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Start Early<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t wait for the 28th of November to start browsing. Many retailers will begin offering \u201cearly access\u201d or \u201cpre-Black Friday\u201d sales in mid to late November.<br>Sign up for <strong>store newsletters<\/strong> and <strong>follow your favourite brands on social media<\/strong> to stay in the loop about early deals and exclusive online offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Compare Prices in Advance<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In the weeks leading up to Black Friday, take note of regular prices for items you plan to buy \u2014 whether it\u2019s a TV, a pair of sneakers, or a laptop. This way, you\u2019ll know if the Black Friday \u201cdiscount\u201d is genuinely worth it.<br>Use <strong>price comparison tools<\/strong> or simply keep a list in your notes app to track deals across different stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Set Alerts and Shop Early<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the best deals \u2014 especially on electronics and limited-stock items \u2014 drop <strong>late at night or early in the morning<\/strong>.<br>Set up <strong>email alerts<\/strong>, download retailer apps, and check frequently throughout the day. Many stores also restock items during the weekend, so persistence pays off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Shop Online When Possible<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Online shopping can save you time, fuel, and stress. With platforms like <strong>Superbalist, Takealot, and Makro Online<\/strong>, you can shop safely from home and avoid the in-store crowds.<br>Make sure your accounts are <strong>set up in advance<\/strong> with up-to-date payment and delivery details to speed up checkout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Stick to a Budget<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to get carried away with all the flashy discounts, but planning a spending limit beforehand helps you <strong>avoid impulse buys<\/strong>. Focus on items you genuinely need or have been saving for, like appliances, work gadgets, or festive outfits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/south-africa-gears-up-for-massive-online-black-friday-deals\/\">South Africa Gears Up for Massive Online Black Friday Deals<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Black Friday 2025 is set for <strong>Friday, 28 November<\/strong>, with <strong>Cyber Monday following on 1 December<\/strong> \u2014 but the real action begins much earlier. From fashion and beauty to electronics and groceries, South African shoppers can look forward to <strong>a full week or more of incredible deals<\/strong> across major stores like Superbalist, Mr Price, Game, Makro, and Takealot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan ahead, compare prices, and shop smart, you\u2019ll be well on your way to making the most of <strong>Black Friday 2025\u2019s biggest savings<\/strong> \u2014 without the chaos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Black Friday 2025 falls on Friday, 28 November, with early deals starting the week before. 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