Black Friday shoppers in Atlanta are gearing up to spend big money this holiday season. According to one estimate, consumer spending is up and shoppers in the metro-area plan to spend an average of $1,121 on holiday shopping.
Much of that shopping will take place during Thanksgiving weekend and the bulk of it will likely be spent at department stores, big box stores and national specialty retailers. While many shoppers wait until Small Business Saturday to shop at local business, many local shops offer Black Friday specials all weekend.
Here is a sampling of the deals local shops/malls are offering for Black Friday:
Beehive Atlanta : Shopping begins at 9 a.m. on Friday and Saturday with 25 - 40 percent off everything. There will also be local drinks and snacks to enjoy while you shop. Beehive Atlanta, 1250 Caroline Street, Suite C120, Atlanta
Boogaloos Boutique: Take 30% off all full price merchandise and enjoy store extended shopping hours from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Boogaloos, Ponce City Market, 675 W Ponce de Leon Ave.
Cobbler Union: The "bespoke-inspired" luxury shoemaker is discounting select Cobbler Union limited classic shoes and drivers. Select limited edition shoes that are usually priced at $395 are going to be $299 along with limited edition drivers that are normally $195 will be priced at $105. Cobbler Union, Ponce City Market, 675 W. Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta.
Citizen Supply : When you are among the first 50 guests to make a purchase on Black Friday at this marketplace where local and international makers to showcase artisan goods, you will get a free gift with purchase. All purchased over $150 will come with a Citizen Supply gift card and there is free gift wrapping with purchases over $75. Citizen Supply, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta.
Fab'rik : This Atlanta-born boutique is offering a 30 percent discount storewide and Starbucks will be provided for guests at locations around town including Fab'rik Avalon, 5150 1st St, Alpharetta. Some locations will open as early as 8 a.m. Friday.
Fox Theatre : Enjoy dollar off deals and percent savings on upcoming shows at the Fox Theatre during their Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale. Discounted shows include Atlanta Ballet Nutcracker, A Christmas Story: The Musical, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and more. To purchase tickets, visit www.FoxTheatre.org/cyber and enter the code CYBERFOX to check out all the offers.
Gifted Artists Market & Boutique : On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, receive a free gift with a $50 purchase. Also enjoy 20 percent off Uno de 50 Jewelry and 20 percent off apparel. Gifted,
Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, 915 Ridgewalk Pkwy, Woodstock : The first 500 customers in line on Thanksgiving Day when stores open at 5 p.m. have the chance to receive gift cards with values range from $25 to $1000 and, as an added bonus, the first 500 shoppers will also receive a specialty holiday ornament to commemorate their shopping experience.
For 25 shoppers brave enough to wear their tackiest holiday attire, there will be the chance to win $100 gift cards during two Ugly Sweater Contests, one at 1 a.m. and one at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 25. Check social media for additional giveaways.
Sage Boutique : Take 30 percent off all clothing and shoes and get a free scarf when you spend $75 or more while supplies last. Offer is good online and in-store at Sage, 4170 Avalon Boulevard, Alpharetta.
Van Michael: Get 20 percent off all retail items at this Atlanta salon's Avalon location, 3155 1st St, Alpharetta
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