Black Friday facts for kids
Black Friday is a very popular shopping day in the United States. It happens every year on the Friday after Thanksgiving Day. Even though it's a big day for many people, it is not a national holiday. This means most schools and government offices are open. However, some states give their workers this day off instead of another holiday like Columbus Day.
What is Black Friday?
Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving in the United States. It always falls on a Friday. Even though it is not a federal holiday, many people have the day off from work or school. It is known as one of the biggest shopping days of the year.
Why is it Called Black Friday?
The name "Black Friday" started to be used after World War II. At first, it was mostly used in the city of Philadelphia. Around 1975, the name became popular all over the United States.
Shopping Traditions
Many Americans see Black Friday as the official start of the Christmas holiday season. It's a time when many people go shopping for gifts for their family and friends.
On Black Friday, many stores have very big sales. It is common to see long lines of people waiting outside stores and in malls. Shoppers want to get the best deals before they run out. Because of this, stores often open very early. In the past, stores opened around 6 AM. Later, some started opening at 5 AM or even 4 AM. Now, a few stores even open at midnight! Shoppers like to stay out all day to find what they need. This makes Black Friday the busiest shopping day of the year.
The first Monday after the long weekend is called Cyber Monday. On this day, many people go online shopping to find more deals.
