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While Thanksgiving and Black Friday are still ahead, early holiday shoppers are already gearing up for the year’s second largest shopping event: Cyber Monday.

The rise of online shopping has transformed sales that used to be confined to just one day or the weekend after Thanksgiving into a broader Cyber Monday season that often includes significant deals both before and after. In many cases, some retailers offer promotions for a full “Cyber Week,” allowing shoppers even more opportunities to save.

Whether you want to upgrade gadgets, find toys and games for kids, enhance your kitchen with new tools, or treat yourself to that beauty product or stylish clothing, Cyber Monday offers incredible sales at major retailers like Amazon, Target, and Best Buy—a perfect time to stock up for the holiday season.

Here’s our comprehensive guide to preparing for Cyber Monday, including the timings and locations for shopping on popular deals.

What Date is Cyber Monday 2024?

This year, Cyber Monday occurs on the first Monday after Thanksgiving, which will be December 2.

Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 28, followed by Black Friday on November 29, and then Cyber Monday.

What Exactly is Cyber Monday?

Cyber Monday is one of the most significant shopping events of the year. It started as a response to Black Friday, quickly becoming a major sales opportunity for retailers.

The term was first introduced by the National Retail Federation in 2005, as noted by Encyclopedia Britannica. The organization observed a surge in online shopping the Monday after Thanksgiving, as many people returned to work, utilizing their faster office internet connections to tackle holiday shopping.

Similar to Black Friday, retailers capitalized on this trend by creating a full sales event around it. Typically, Cyber Monday is associated with online deals, while Black Friday focuses more on in-store sales, but both days now offer a blend of online and physical shopping opportunities.

When Do Cyber Monday Sales Begin?

Like Black Friday, which has evolved into almost a “Black November” with early promotions, Cyber Monday has also expanded its timeline beyond just one day.

While the best deals from retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart are typically launched on Cyber Monday itself, many sales begin at least two days before or may continue for an entire “Cyber Week.”

When Does Cyber Monday Start at Amazon?

Amazon’s Cyber Monday event kicks off before the actual day, starting on Friday, November 29 and running through Monday, December 2.

This year, expect sales covering a wide range of products, including up to 50% off tech items like JBL headphones and Eufy security cameras, 55% off Zinus mattresses, 40% off select Bissell and Tineco vacuums, and 20% off Stanley drinkware.

When Does Cyber Monday Start at Best Buy?

Best Buy will offer its biggest deals on Cyber Monday itself, but many sales will carry over into “Cyber Week.” Best Buy also starts its Cyber Monday promotions a day early, so shoppers can begin saving on Sunday, December 1 through Monday, December 2.

When Does Cyber Monday Start at Target?

Target typically kicks off its Cyber Monday event on the Sunday following Thanksgiving, extending it into the Monday itself. This year, customers can expect deals to begin on Sunday, December 1 and last through Monday, December 2.

Target’s offerings this year might feature products like Apple AirPods Pro 2 at $189.99, Keurig K-Mini for $59.99, Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for $24.99, and Apple Watch SE starting at $199.99.

When Does Cyber Monday Start at Walmart?

Walmart’s Cyber Monday discounts will also begin early on Sunday, December 1.

Some of the steepest discounts can be found on electronics, such as the RCA 32″ Smart TV for just $88, the TCL 55″ Class 4K Roku TV for $188, and the HP Stream 14″ Laptop for only $129.

In anticipation of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Walmart is also offering a 50% discount on its Walmart+ annual membership, which provides early access to deals, free shipping, delivery, Paramount+ streaming, fuel savings, and various other benefits.

Is Cyber Monday Better Than Black Friday?

Over the years, Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become quite similar regarding the quality and volume of discounts available. Retailers may particularly highlight tech deals on Cyber Monday, but both events now offer an array of sales that typically go beyond a single day and are accessible both online and in physical stores, where relevant.