Beginning as the Philadelphia Police Department’s attempted deterrence of holiday mayhem, Black Friday has long been a day of devoted to general consumer bedlam. In Massachusetts, our Blue Laws dictate that stores must be closed on Thanksgiving day, but many retailers such as Walmart and Kohl’s open their doors at 1AM on Friday; however, people begin queuing and camping shortly after we finish Thanksgiving dinner. Black Friday is infamous around the world as one of the most hectic shopping days of the year. Whether you’re looking to dive into the deals or avoid the area, we’re here to show you which Black Friday deals are happening near you.
Near Hanover, the South Shore Plaza and the Hanover Mall are sure to be hot spots this Black Friday. Although the Hanover Mall is closed for Thanksgiving, the mall’s doors will open to access retailers such as Macy’s, Victoria’s Secret, and GNC at 6AM on Friday morning. A megaplex of shopping with stores such as Target, Nordstrom, and Apple, The South Shore Plaza will open at 12:01AM on Friday. Be prepared for crowds at either of these locations because they are sure to attract eager shoppers from far and near.
Marking the true beginning of the gift-giving season, Black Friday is a truly American celebration. Whether you browse the savings in-store or online, be sure to check out some of these bloggers on their tips and tricks, such as not wearing red to Target, downloading Deal Spotting apps, or using Oprah’s Favorite Things as a guide, to have the most enjoyable Black Friday possible.
If the high energy of Black Friday is dissuasive, Small Business Saturday is an excellent alternative and a wonderful way to support local businesses. Beginning as an incentive for American Express customers, Small Business Saturday has become a community-wide proclamation in multiple cities and towns. In Hanover, indulge in some self-care after the holidays and check out Good Health Natural Foods, or take a break from cooking and grab some Chinese and/or Japanese food at Tsang’s Village Café. Perhaps a nice afternoon walk and some shopping on Saturday is just the antidote for all that turkey.