Walmart’s Mysterious Silence: Black Friday 2023 Plans Still a Mystery

Get Ready for More Savings Walmart's Deals Holiday Kickoff Sale Before Black Friday

Walmart’s holding another Deals Holiday Kickoff sale before Black Friday

UPDATE: Oct. 25, 2023, 1:00 p.m. EDT Hold onto your shopping carts, folks! It seems like Walmart is playing a game of hide-and-seek when it comes to revealing its Black Friday 2023 plans. Normally, by mid-October, they’ve already declared their intentions, much like a chess master plotting their moves. But this year, it’s as if Walmart is channeling Harry Houdini, disappearing before our very eyes. Strange, isn’t it?

In the past, Walmart has been quick to announce its Black Friday Deals for Days extravaganza, gracing us with its presence on magical dates like Oct. 18 last year and Oct. 14 in 2020. However, as of Wednesday, Oct. 25, silence reigns supreme. But before you start panicking and stockpiling canned goods in your basement, fear not! The retail giant has just revived its Walmart Deals Holiday Kickoff event, which should temporarily satiate your insatiable shopping desires.

The first iteration of the Walmart Deals Holiday Kickoff happened in tandem with the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days. It was like a duel between two heavyweight boxing champions, each trying to land the knockout punch. The ring was set from Oct. 9 to 12, and the deals were scattered in every nook and cranny of the site, tempting us with their irresistible prices. But this time, things are different. We have only ten “deals you can’t miss,” which is not exactly what we were hoping for. However, fear not, dear deal hunters, for there are still life-changing discounts to be had!

For instance, there’s a tantalizing $278 65-inch 4K Roku TV that’s begging to be a part of your home theater setup. Trust me, your Netflix binges will never be the same again. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. There are also two refurbished iPad bundles, a futuristic $199 LG stick vacuum cleaner that will leave your home glistening, and a $99 dupe for the GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker. Yes, you heard that right, a dupe! It’s like having a knockoff superhero on your kitchen countertop. But let’s be honest, the TV steals the show here, and it’s definitely a leap ahead of the competitors. Walmart knows how to make an entrance, especially when it comes to doorbusters.

Now, here’s where things get interesting. In a shocking twist, Walmart is granting early access to paid Walmart+ members for this event. It’s like getting a golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, but instead, you’re getting a sneak peek at incredible deals. This exclusive privilege is reminiscent of past Black Friday Days for Days sales, where privileged Walmart+ members enjoyed a three to seven-hour head start. It’s almost like they have their own secret society, and now, they’re back in action. Is this a sign that Walmart is finally ready to reveal its Black Friday plans? We’ve reached out to a Walmart representative for some much-needed answers, and we will keep you posted on any breaking news.

Oh, but wait! Before you start camping outside Walmart in anticipation of Black Friday, let’s not forget about our other tech-savvy friend, Best Buy. They’ve already spilled the beans and announced their Black Friday plans. They’re giving us a sneak peek at some early deals over the weekend, and members of their My Best Buy program have the exclusive privilege of accessing these deals from Oct. 27 to 29. It’s like being a VIP at a star-studded event, rubbing shoulders with the crème de la crème before everyone else. The official Best Buy Black Friday sale will be a nine-day extravaganza from Nov. 17 to Nov. 25, followed by two days of Cyber Monday madness. It’s a marathon of savings, ladies and gentlemen!

So, while we eagerly await Walmart’s grand entrance into the Black Friday arena, let’s keep our eyes peeled for any juicy updates. Will Walmart surprise us with unprecedented deals? Will they break the internet with exclusive discounts? Only time will tell, my fellow tech enthusiasts. Stay tuned, and let’s brace ourselves for the upcoming shopping extravaganza!

This story is developing. Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below! What are you hoping to snag on Black Friday this year? Have any secret shopping strategies? We want to hear it all!