With retail spending in the US expected to top 6.1 billion dollars this November and December, major retailers (not unlike their shoppers) are lining up to kick off their Black Friday sales early. Many retailers are choosing to open on Thanksgiving, while a few are holding strong and giving their employees the holiday off. With Black Friday becoming Black Thursday and Cyber Monday right around the corner, the shopping season is heating up quickly.
This infographic from our friends at HoursOf.com summarizes who is opening (along with their hours and sales), who is staying closed, where to follow Black Friday specials online, as well as a nudge to consider shopping local at Small Business Saturday.