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Shopping Reminder Day arrives every November 25, serving as your crucial nudge to finalize holiday gift lists and purchases. After Thanksgiving, it’s the perfect time to tackle those last-minute items for Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa. Don’t get caught in the last-minute rush—plan your strategy, check off your list, and enjoy the festive season.
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Expected Shopping Reminder Day Deals
Shopping Reminder Day falls right after the major Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, making it a prime time for retailers to offer last-chance deals and extended promotions. While we await official 2027 promotions to drop, history shows that major retailers like Amazon, Target, and Walmart often extend their holiday savings, offering discounts on electronics, toys, and home goods. Specialty stores such as Etsy and Nordstrom might feature unique gift bundles or free shipping incentives to encourage final purchases. Look for flash sales from brands like Best Buy for tech gifts and Kohl’s for apparel and home essentials. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as November 25 approaches, ensuring you don’t miss out on any opportunities.
Platform Guide for Shopping Reminder Day
Tag @nationaltoday_ and use #ShoppingReminderDay. Share your gift haul, creative wrapping ideas, or a peek at your holiday shopping list.
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Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #ShoppingReminderDay. Create a short video showcasing your favorite last-minute gift finds or a ‘shop with me’ vlog.
Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #ShoppingReminderDay. Ask friends for gift ideas or share local deals you’ve discovered.
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History of Shopping Reminder Day
We’re not 100% sure about the origins of Shopping Reminder Day, but it’s likely linked to Black Friday.
The first recorded use of the term ‘Black Friday’ was applied not to holiday shopping but the financial crisis: specifically, the crash of the U.S. gold market on September 24, 1869. Jay Gould and Jim Fisk, two notoriously unmerciful stockbrokers on Wall Street, worked together to buy up as much of the U.S.’s gold as they could, hoping to drive the price as high as possible and sell it for staggering profits. On that fateful Friday in September, the scheme was finally brought to light, causing the stock market to spiral downward and bankrupting everyone from farmers to Wall Street tycoons.
The most well-known story behind the Black Friday tradition following Thanksgiving connects it to retailers — after a whole year of operating at a loss (or being “in the red”), on the day after Thanksgiving, shoppers splurged so much on marked down products that stores actually made a profit (or went “into the black”). Though retail companies indeed used to record losses in red and profits in black when doing their accounting, this version of Black Friday’s origin is the officially sanctioned — but inaccurate — story behind the tradition.
By the late 1980s, Black Friday had stuck and became something positive.
If you have holiday shopping to complete, this day is here to remind you:
- There are 30 days until Christmas.
- There are 31 days until the start of Kwanzaa.
- There are 30 days until the start of Hanukkah.
Shopping Reminder Day perfectly coincides with Black Friday, so you can get great deals on your last-minute shopping.
Shopping Reminder Day timeline
The first recorded use of the term ‘Black Friday’ is applied to the crash of the U.S. gold market.
The police in the city of Philadelphia use the term ‘Black Friday’ to describe the chaos that ensues on the day after Thanksgiving.
Retailers reinvent Black Friday and turn it into something positive.
Cyber Monday is created by retailers to encourage people to shop online.
How Businesses Can Celebrate Shopping Reminder Day
Local businesses can leverage Shopping Reminder Day by offering targeted promotions for last-minute shoppers. Consider curating ‘quick gift’ sections or bundles for various recipients, like teachers, neighbors, or co-workers. Run a limited-time ’24-hour flash sale’ on popular items or provide expedited local delivery options. Host a ‘Holiday Gift Guide’ event showcasing unique products and offering personalized recommendations to help customers complete their lists efficiently.
Shopping Reminder Day FAQs
When is Shopping Reminder Day?
Shopping Reminder Day 2026 falls on a Wednesday, November 25, offering a mid-week opportunity to finalize your holiday shopping before the December rush.
How much do Americans spend on holiday shopping?
In recent years, American consumers have spent roughly $900-$1,000 per person on holiday gifts, with total spending reaching hundreds of billions. This figure often sees slight fluctuations based on economic conditions.
When do most people start their holiday shopping?
While many savvy shoppers begin as early as October, a significant portion of consumers kick off their holiday gift buying in November, often coinciding with Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.
What are the benefits of finishing holiday shopping early?
Finishing early significantly reduces stress, allows for thoughtful gift selection, and helps avoid shipping delays and crowded stores. It also frees up time to enjoy other festive activities.
Shopping Reminder Day Activities
Go on a shopping spree
We’re reminding you to go shopping so grab some friends and go to the mall. Grab last-minute gifts or indulge and treat yourself.
Remind a friend
Maybe your friends missed the memo. That’s okay because you can remind them. Leave no friends behind.
Give a donation
Instead of shopping for yourself, you can take the opportunity to give back. Grab a few gifs to donate to a shelter or organization in need. That’s the holiday spirit.
5 Facts About Christmas That Will Blow Your Mind
Christmas fires
Burning Christmas trees caused 170 U.S. house fires in 2015.
Christmas wasn’t really on December 25
Most historians posit that Jesus was born in the spring.
"Jingle Bells" was for Thanksgiving
James Lord Pierpont wrote a song called “One Horse Open Sleigh” for his church's Thanksgiving concert.
Christmas was illegal
From 1659 to 1681, anyone in Boston caught making merry would face a fine for celebrating.
X-mas
‘Christianity’ was spelled ‘Xianity’ as far back as 1100 — X, or Chi, in Greek, is the first letter of ‘Christ’ and served as a symbolic stand-in.
Why We Love Shopping Reminder Day
Shopping, duh!
Who doesn’t love shopping? Even if you hate physical shopping, you can do it online from your couch.
Deals
Since Shopping Reminder Day coincides with Black Friday, there are great deals to be found. Clip coupons or do whatever it takes to find those deals!
The holiday spirit
Shopping for gifts is a good way to get you in the holiday spirit. ’Tis the season for walking around the mall, watching the ice skaters, and smelling the freshly baked goods.
Shopping Reminder Day dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 25 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | November 25 | Thursday |
| 2028 | November 25 | Saturday |
| 2029 | November 25 | Sunday |
| 2030 | November 25 | Monday |
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