In an effort to increase in-store traffic, several companies are offering freebies to shoppers who brave the crowds on Black Friday. While the perks range from 25% off coupons to scratch-off cards, we highly recommend you take advantage of these incentives, which are reserved for customers standing in line.
You Can Get Free Stuff on Black Friday Just by Waiting in Line
Published Nov 26, 2019
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1. Walmart
When? Thursday starting at 4 p.m. (Black Friday sale begins at 6 p.m.)
Walmart early birds will get free coffee, hot chocolate and snacks.
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2. New York & Company
When? Friday starting at 8 a.m.
Get your hands on a free stuffed teddy bear with every $75 purchase. (One per New York & Company customer; while supplies last.)
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3. Bed Bath & Beyond
When? Thursday from 5 p.m. to midnight; Friday from 6 a.m. to noon.
In-store shoppers will get a 25% off coupon, valid for their entire Bed Bath & Beyond purchase.
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4. Belk
When? Thursday starting at 4 p.m.; Friday starting at 6 a.m.
People in line will receive a gift card to Belk worth anywhere between $5 and $500. There will be one $500 winner in every store, so bring a friend to increase your odds.
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5. Fred Meyer
When? Friday starting at 5 a.m.
All Fred Meyer shoppers will enjoy free coffee, juice and donuts. We highly recommend getting there early, since the first 100 customers will also receive a gift card.
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6. Jcpenney
When? Thursday starting at 2 p.m.
Lined-up patrons will receive a gift card to JCPenney, which falls in one of three tiers: $10, $100 or $500.
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7. Lowe's
When? Friday starting at 6 a.m.
The first 300 Lowe’s customers will get a coupon, which is valid for $10 off a $50 purchase. Shoppers will also be entered into a raffle for a $500 gift card. (No purchase necessary.)
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8. Shoe Carnival
When? Friday starting at 6 a.m.
The first 100 customers will receive a free scratch-off card for their Shoe Carnival purchase. Prizes range from a free pair of Puma shoes to a store credit worth up to $100.
