Family Dollar Black Friday 2025 Sale – What to Expect & When

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If you’re someone who likes everyday essentials, holiday décor, small kitchen appliances, snacks, and simple gift ideas—all without spending a fortune—then Family Dollar’s upcoming Black Friday 2025 event is worth keeping an eye on. Here’s a look at what you can probably expect this year: sale dates, types of discounts, specific items likely to be on sale, and how it all played out last year.

Expected Black Friday 2025 Sale Dates & Timeline

Family Dollar doesn’t stick to just one day. Their Black Friday sale is expected to run from Sunday, November 23 through Saturday, November 29, 2025. Based on past years, the deals are usually spread across the entire week, with certain items or promotions only available on specific days.

Here’s how the schedule tends to break down:

  • Sunday, November 23: This is usually when the bulk of the deals kick off. These are everyday items, holiday decorations, toys, and grocery products that are marked down for the whole week.

  • Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day): Family Dollar sometimes includes limited Thanksgiving Day-only deals. Stores may have modified hours, so check your local spot.

  • Friday and Saturday (November 28–29): These days tend to bring a few new deals, different from the ones earlier in the week. You’ll usually find about two pages worth of fresh offers exclusive to these two days.

Don’t expect a Black Friday ad to leak weeks early like it does with bigger chains. Last year, the ad didn’t really drop much earlier than the start of the sale itself. Sometimes, we don’t even see a full ad until the first day of the sale. Last year’s ad was about 15 pages long, so it covered a decent range of product categories, but it didn’t reveal itself too far in advance.

How the Deals Are Structured

Family Dollar’s approach to Black Friday is pretty simple. They split deals into sections based on when they’re available and what category they fall under. You’ll see a mix of:

  • Smart Coupons: These are digital coupons that you clip through the Family Dollar app or website.

  • BOGO Offers: Buy One, Get One (or Two) Free deals, especially for food and beverages.

  • Flat Discounts: These apply to seasonal items, household basics, and toys.

  • Dollar Deals: Items priced as low as $1, especially on holiday supplies and smaller gift items.

It’s a mix of limited-time offers and week-long discounts, so some stuff will stay available all week (or while supplies last), and others might rotate in and out by the day.

What to Buy During Family Dollar’s Black Friday Sale

Let’s talk about the kinds of items that usually go on sale and are likely to show up again in 2025. These are based on last year’s offers and trends from previous years:

Toys and Holiday Gifts

Family Dollar may not be your first thought when it comes to toys, but they actually offer solid deals on these during Black Friday. In 2024, they had:

  • $10 off your toy purchase of $50 or more when using a Smart Coupon.

  • Buy one, get one free on select toys.

These offers usually cover a range of items like dolls, action figures, playsets, and board games. It’s a pretty affordable way to check some gifts off your list without heading to a big-box store.

Food and Beverages

One of the most popular parts of Family Dollar’s sale is the grocery section. You can pick up snacks, cereals, and drinks for cheap. Here’s what was on sale in 2024:

  • 2 for $5 on Post cereals (11-14 oz. sizes)

  • 4 for $8 on Kellogg’s cereals

  • Buy 2, Get 2 Free on 12-pack cans of Crush and Schweppes

  • 10-count K-Cups (Donut Shop, McCafe, Green Mountain) for 2 for $8

These food deals are usually good all week, and you can stock up on basic breakfast and snack staples for less.

Home Goods and Holiday Decor

This is where Family Dollar stands out compared to other stores during Black Friday. You can usually find décor, small appliances, and wrapping supplies at very low prices. Last year’s standouts included:

  • 50% off all holiday décor and artificial Christmas trees

  • Gift wrap starting at just $1

  • 50% off Interiors by Design decorative baskets

  • Sandwich Maker, Waffle Maker, or Slow Cooker for just $5 each

If you’re decorating for the holidays or looking for small gifts, these kinds of deals are worth checking out early in the week before things sell out.

Electronics and Gadgets (Mostly Small Items)

Family Dollar doesn’t carry a ton of high-end electronics, but they do offer some basic gadgets. In 2024, a few deals included:

  • 50% off Party Speaker (a compact, portable Bluetooth speaker)

  • $5 off Energizer MAX batteries (AA and AAA, 16 or 20 pack)

These items are practical more than flashy. If you need batteries for gifts or small electronics, it’s a good time to buy.

Apparel and Personal Items

You’ll usually find some basic clothing deals during the sale, especially fleece and cold-weather wear. Last year, the deals included:

  • Fleece for the family: 2 for $10

Nothing fancy, but if you need layering pieces or just extra warmth for winter, this is a simple way to stock up.

Pet Supplies

Family Dollar also includes pet items in the Black Friday sale. These are mostly essentials and budget-friendly toys:

  • Dog and cat toys starting at $1

  • Purina Dog Chow Dry Dog Food: $16 for an 18.5 lb bag

  • Meow Mix Dry Cat Food: $5.25 for a 3–3.35 lb bag

You can expect similar discounts in 2025 if you’re shopping for pets.

Gift Cards

They also offer discounts on popular gift cards. Last year’s Black Friday discounts included 15% off on cards from:

  • PlayStation

  • Xbox

  • Domino’s Pizza

  • Cracker Barrel

  • Roblox

  • Buffalo Wild Wings

Gift card discounts are almost always a safe buy since they’re basically like buying money for less. These are only available while supplies last, and stores usually carry a limited quantity.

Tips for Shopping the Sale

Here are some simple things to keep in mind if you plan to check out the 2025 Black Friday sale at Family Dollar:

  • Download the Family Dollar App: That’s where you can clip Smart Coupons like the $10 off $50 toy offer. No app = no extra discount.

  • Check Local Store Hours: Not every location has the same hours, especially on Thanksgiving.

  • Go Early in the Week: Some of the better items (like appliances and décor) tend to sell out quickly.

  • Bring the Weekly Ad (if available): If an ad is released in print or online, take it with you or have it on your phone to make shopping faster.

  • Watch the Dates on Deals: Some deals are only valid for two or three days. Don’t assume everything is available all week.

How This Compares to Other Black Friday Sales

Family Dollar’s sale is obviously smaller than what you’d see at Walmart, Target, or Best Buy. But if you’re not chasing doorbusters like TVs and game consoles, the deals are actually pretty practical. It’s more about small savings on useful items—groceries, wrapping paper, socks, snacks, gifts for kids, or decorations.

If you’re looking for big-ticket items, you won’t find them here. But if you just want to save a little on everyday stuff or fill in the gaps in your holiday shopping list, it’s a useful stop.

Last Year’s Black Friday Ad

Family Dollar’s Black Friday Ad Archive

How does this year’s Black Friday flyer compare to last year’s flyer? You’ll find Family Dollar’s previous Black Friday ads scans from the last few years posted below.

Questions & Comments

What will you be shopping for at Family Dollar this Thanksgiving weekend? Already have shopping list put together? Maybe you’re also planing on visiting Dollar Tree or Dollar General as well? Let us know in the comments below.

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