Money Saving

Thanksgiving Sale Guide for 2021

Elizabeth
July 27, 2021

The holidays are a time for family and friends to get together. And, this year they’re gonna get together! 53 million people are expected to travel for Thanksgiving 2021. That’s a 13% increase from the previous year due to lifted restrictions and a different pandemic landscape.


That also means that millions of people will be likely heading out to shop Black Friday sales the day after Thanksgiving. However, this year, the holiday shopping season has started early with Thanksgiving sales beginning in October. With just a few weeks to go, it’s time to start planning your gift lists and budgets.


The best way to save money during your holiday shopping is by going online where you can find great deals on gifts, clothing, jewelry and more. In this article we will show you some of the top picks from Black Friday through Cyber Monday so that you will be able to get the best deals possible without having to make any last minute trips or spending hours standing in lines at your local stores. 


Without further ado, here’s our Thanksgiving Sale Guide for 2021...

When is Black Friday 2021?

Black Friday in 2021 is on November 26th. But, you don’t have to wait until the 26th to start shopping for great deals. Plenty of stores, including Amazon, Target, and Best Buy have already started offering Black Friday 2021 deals.

Start Shopping Early Due to Shipping Delays

By now, you’ve probably heard something about the shipping delays occurring all over the US and the world. Due to backlogs and issues at ports all over the country, experts are advising to start shopping now if you can, and to expect delivery delays.


For real, though, experts such as Gene Seroka, Director of Port Operations for The City Of Los Angeles, are suggesting that you make your online purchases earlier than normal this year. So, keep that in mind when planning your shopping list. Or, simply see what might be better to purchase in-store.

Thanksgiving Sales: The Best Deals for Black Friday 2021

Neiman Marcus

Neiman Marcus Black Friday sales work a bit differently than other retailers in that their sales are an evolving or escalating kind of thing. As you get closer to Black Friday, the deals become better and better. 


Sales at Neiman Marcus start November 17th with the kickoff of the annual “Designer Sale.” You can expect to see hot items priced at up to 50% off. Then, on the following Monday, November 22nd, you can expect to get $50 off $200 or more. Then, on Black Friday, you’ll likely see discounts of up to 65%.


Want to earn even more cash back this year when shopping Black Friday deals at Neiman Marcus? Purchase with your Cheese Debit Card and earn cash back.

💰Neiman Marcus Discounts:  Up to 65% Off

🧀Cheese Limited-time Offers: 5% Cash Back💰

ULTA

ULTA is expected to drop their Black Friday ad on November 17th. Sales are expected to start a few days later on November 20th, which is nearly a full week before Black Friday! What’s important to know about ULTA Black Friday deals is that most of them are “while supplies last,” which means that it actually is better to buy as soon as you find an item at the price that you want. 


ULTA’s great about giving away valuable freebies, so you can also likely expect to see that again this year. For example, last year, they gave away free makeup gifts worth over $70 when you spent $60 or more.


Want to earn even more cash back this year when shopping Black Friday deals at ULTA? Purchase with your Cheese Debit Card and earn cash back.

💰ULTA Discounts: See on the website

🧀Cheese Limited-time Offers: 5% Cash Back💰

Farfetch

Looking to revamp your wardrobe this holiday season? Check out Farfetch’s Black Friday deals. They’ve already begun! Their Black Friday deals are currently organized by category, like this women’s clothing special offers page, where you can find a high-waist midi skirt for over 50% off and a luxury coat at less than a third of its original price.


Want to earn even more cash back this year when shopping Black Friday deals at Farfetch? Purchase with your Cheese Debit Card and earn cash back.

💰Farfetch Discounts: See on the website

🧀Cheese Limited-time Offers: 5% Cash Back💰

TJ Maxx

TJ Maxx rocks the low prices year-round, but that doesn’t stop them from continuing to offer special discounts for their customers during the holiday season. While you won’t find steeply discounted deals at TJ Maxx for Black Friday (their prices are already at 30-50% off regular retail price). However, you will see them offer free shipping on all purchases and sometimes a small, special gift for the first shoppers of the day.


Want to earn even more cash back this year when shopping Black Friday deals at TJ Maxx? Purchase with your Cheese Debit Card and earn cash back.

💰TJ Maxx Discounts: Up to 30-50% Off

🧀Cheese Limited-time Offers: 5% Cash Back💰

JCPenney

You can expect a variety of special Black Friday deals at JCPenney throughout the entire month of November. In fact, you can shop them already by visiting JCPenney's online Holiday Shop. What we love best about JCPenney’s Black Friday holiday shop is that you can browse through deals within a certain price range. 


However, nothing quite compares to the deals they reserve for the actual day of Black Friday itself. Select deals include the chance to save up to 60% on jackets and winter-weather gear and $50 in savings on toys like Barbie Dream Houses.


Want to earn even more cash back this year when shopping Black Friday deals at JCPenney? Purchase with your Cheese Debit Card and earn cash back.

💰JCPenney Discounts: Up to 60% Off

🧀Cheese Limited-time Offers: 5% Cash Back💰

Ssense

Expect savings of up to and sometimes even over 50% at Ssense this year. While it’s not been announced just yet, last year’s Black Friday sale ast Ssense went for a full 8 days. That means that this year, it should start on Monday, November 22nd and go until Cyber Monday, which is the 29th.


Important: Last year, Ssense also had sales going on throughout December that included up to 60% off on select products. We suggest signing up for their newsletter to stay up-to-date on ongoing sales throughout the season.


Want to earn even more cash back this year when shopping Black Friday deals at Ssense? Purchase with your Cheese Debit Card and earn cash back.

💰Ssense Discounts: Up to 60% Off

🧀Cheese Limited-time Offers: 5% Cash Back💰

Nordstrom

As of November 10th, Nordstrom has their Black Friday deals on now, all the way through November 26th. Their Black Friday website, which you can find here, also makes note of other good news:


“If you'll be shopping online, Nordstrom always offers free standard shipping and free returns with no minimums. Or, if you prefer, you can opt for convenient order pickup at your favorite Nordstrom location.”


The deals they’ve got now are incredible. Some of the top Nordstrom Black Friday deals of 2021 include:


  • 32% off women’s cashmere sweaters
  • 40% off Adidas shoes
  • Up to 60% off home goods such as diffusers, pots and pillowcases


Want to earn even more cash back this year when shopping Black Friday deals at Nordstrom? Purchase with your Cheese Debit Card and earn cash back.

💰Nordstrom Discounts: Up to 60% Off

🧀Cheese Limited-time Offers: 5% Cash Back💰


Best Buy

You can see Best Buy’s Black Friday ad on its website! And, the deals are as hot as ever. This includes a free $50 Best Buy e-Gift Card with Oculus Quest 2 headset. And, it also includes an offer to save 30% on Ring Video Doorbell Wired while also getting a free Echo Dot. 


For all of the deals and details, though, you’ll have to wait until November 19th. Mark your calendars, because this is going to be a big Black Friday sale you don’t want to miss.


Want to earn even more cash back this year when shopping Black Friday deals at Best Buy? Purchase with your Cheese Debit Card and earn cash back.

💰Best Buy Discounts: See on the website

🧀Cheese Limited-time Offers: 5% Cash Back💰


Enjoy a Cheesy Thanksgiving

As part of our mission to help you make your money work harder for you, we here at Cheese are also contributing to super savings in an effort to help you enjoy the season. During the month of November, we will be offering exclusive cashback for specific stores:

  • Sephora (11/5-11/12)
  • Marshall’s (11/7-11/14)
  • Bloomingdale’s (11/10-11/17)
  • Neiman Marcus (11/13-20)
  • ULTA (11/15-11/22)
  • Farfetch (11/16-11/23)
  • T.J. Maxx (11/17-11/24)
  • JCPenney (11/20-11/27)
  • SSENSE (11/22-11/29)
  • Nordstrom (11/22-11/29)
  • Best Buy (11/22-11/29)

But, that’s not all you can get in super savings this holiday season. Nope. Go ahead and treat yourself and your family. Just for spoiling yourself and swiping your Cheese Debit Card, you can get up to $300 cashback.


From November 1st to 30th, when you spend $1,000 you can get $100 back. When you spend $3,000, you’ll get $300 cash back. Talk about super savings.


Don’t miss out on this deal. Download the Cheese Mobile Banking App for iOS or Android. And, have a happy holiday season!