Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday: Which Shopping Event Offers the Best Value?
Should you shop on Black Friday or wait until Cyber Monday? The answer depends on what you're shopping for and how you prefer to shop. Black Friday can be a great opportunity to shop in person, see merchandise before you buy and take advantage of current retailer offers, while Cyber Monday can provide another opportunity to shop online. At Tanger Outlets you don't have to choose just one day: Black Friday savings start early and continue every day in November.
You can start the shopping season early during Tanger Deal Days, running November 1–22, then return for deeper savings during Black Friday Week beginning November 23, and shop Black Friday itself when most US Tanger Outlets centers open at 6AM.
So, when is the best time to shop?
Here's how to decide.
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Is Black Friday or Cyber Monday Better?
The short answer, is that the both offer great savings! Neither savings day is automatically better for every shopper or every purchase.
The right choice depends on:
- What you're buying
- Whether you want to shop in person or online
- Which promotions are available
- Product availability
- Offer dates and terms
- Whether you want to see, try on or compare a product in person
- Whether you've already found a deal that works for you
If you find the right gift at the right price during Tanger Deal Days or Black Friday Week, there's not necessarily a reason to wait for Cyber Monday just because it's later.
Why Shop in Person on Black Friday?
For some purchases, seeing an item in person can make the decision easier.
You can see what you're buying
Shopping in person lets you see colors, materials, sizes and other product details firsthand.
That's especially useful for gifts such as:
- Apparel
- Shoes
- Handbags and accessories
- Beauty products
- Home items
- Athletic apparel and footwear
You can try things on
A great advantage of shopping at Tanger Outlets means you get to try on the clothes before you buy them. We all love the convenience of shopping online, but we’ve also all experienced wrong sizes and the extra steps it sometimes takes to return them. Shopping in person means you get to try on the clothes, feel the material, decide if it’s right for you before you make the purchase!
You can compare brands in one trip
Tanger Outlets gives you the opportunity to visit multiple brands during the same shopping trip.
Create a list before you arrive, check your Tanger Outlets store directory and organize your trip around the brands most relevant to you.
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You leave with your purchase
In-store shopping also means you can take your purchases with you rather than waiting for shipping.
For last-minute gifts or something you need for an upcoming holiday occasion, that can be particularly helpful.
Why Shop Online on Cyber Monday?
Online shopping can make sense when convenience is your top priority.
You can shop from wherever you are, quickly research different products and decide whether an online offer fits your needs.
Cyber Monday may be particularly appealing when:
- You already know exactly what you want.
- You prefer shopping online.
- You're looking at an online-specific promotion.
- You don't need to see or try the product before purchasing.
- You don't need the item immediately.
The important thing is not to assume Cyber Monday automatically means a better price.
Review the current offer and decide whether it represents value for the purchase you're actually making.
Should I Wait Until Cyber Monday for a Better Deal?
Not necessarily.
Waiting only makes sense if you're comfortable passing on the offer currently available with no guarantee that the exact item, price or promotion you're hoping for will be available later.
Instead, ask yourself:
Is this something I planned to buy, and is the current offer a good value for me?
If you've answered yes, buying earlier may make sense.
And at Tanger Outlets, there are opportunities to start well before Black Friday.
How Can I Shop Black Friday Early at Tanger?
From November 1–22, Tanger Deal Days gives shoppers up to 25% OFF in extra savings at participating top brands, including Nike, Under Armour, adidas, Ulta and many more.
That means you don't need to wait for the official Black Friday weekend to begin working through your holiday list.
Think of November in three stages:
November 1–22: Tanger Deal Days
Shop early and get up to 25% OFF in extra savings at participating top brands.
Beginning November 23: Black Friday Week
Come back as Tanger Outlets moves into Black Friday Week with even deeper savings.
Black Friday
Stores at most Tanger Outlets US locations open at 6AM, giving shoppers an early start on the biggest shopping day of the season.
It's one reason Tanger's November message is simple:
Black Friday Every Day at Tanger in November.
How Can TangerClub Help?
TangerClub gives shoppers another savings resource to check while planning holiday purchases.
If you’re not a TangerClub member, join for the best savings before you shop. Members get coupons available in the TangerApp to use every time they shop. There are three member tiers: Blue is FREE to join. Gold is just $20/year and gets you the deepest discounts, and once you spend $500, you automatically move into the Platinum tier, which unlocks even more savings.
Before you shop, take a look at the Tanger App and check out your available coupons and rewards. During promotional periods such as Tanger Deal Days, eligible member benefits can add another layer of value to your shopping plan.
What's the Best Black Friday or Cyber Monday Shopping Strategy?
Don't build your strategy around a date alone.
Instead:
- Make your gift list.
- Set your budget.
- Research current offers.
- Decide which items you want to see or try in person.
- Review deal dates and terms.
- Check out your TangerClub offers (or join TangerClub if you’re not a member).
- Buy when the product, offer and timing work for you.
The best shopping day isn't necessarily Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
It's the day you find the right gift at a price that works for your budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Black Friday better than Cyber Monday?
It depends on what you're shopping for and how you prefer to shop. Black Friday can be especially useful when you want to see, try on or compare products in person. Cyber Monday can be convenient for online purchases.
Should I wait until Cyber Monday to shop?
Not necessarily. If you find a product you want at a price that works for your budget, waiting does not guarantee that the same item or a better offer will be available later.
Can I shop Black Friday deals before Black Friday at Tanger?
Yes. Tanger Deal Days runs November 1–22, with up to 25% OFF in extra savings at participating top brands. Black Friday Week begins November 23 with deeper savings.
What time does Tanger open on Black Friday?
Most Tanger Outlets US locations open at 6AM on Black Friday.
Make the Whole Month Part of Your Holiday Shopping Strategy
You don't have to put your entire holiday shopping plan into Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
At Tanger, Black Friday is every day in November.
Shop Tanger Deal Days November 1–22. Come back for deeper savings beginning November 23 during Black Friday Week. And if you're shopping on Black Friday itself, get an early start when stores open at most US locations at 6AM.
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