Is the stock market open on Black Friday?
Early close, 1 p.m. ET. On Friday, November 27, 2026, the NYSE and Nasdaq open at 9:30 a.m. and close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Yes, but only for a shortened session. On Friday, November 26, 2027, the NYSE and Nasdaq open at 9:30 a.m. and close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Other days people ask about
- Veterans Day 2026 · Wed, Nov 11Open, normal hours
- Thanksgiving 2026 · Thu, Nov 26Closed
- Christmas Eve 2026 · Thu, Dec 24Early close, 1 p.m. ET
- Christmas 2026 · Fri, Dec 25Closed
- Good Friday 2027 · Fri, Mar 26Closed
Frequently asked questions
Is the stock market open on Black Friday 2026?
Yes, but only for a shortened session. On Friday, November 27, 2026, the NYSE and Nasdaq open at 9:30 a.m. and close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Is the stock market open on Black Friday 2027?
Yes, but only for a shortened session. On Friday, November 26, 2027, the NYSE and Nasdaq open at 9:30 a.m. and close early at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
What are the regular stock market hours?
The NYSE and Nasdaq trade from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, except market holidays. Pre-market trading starts as early as 4:00 a.m. ET and after-hours trading runs until 8:00 p.m. ET on most brokers.
Based on the New York Stock Exchange's holiday rules, which Nasdaq shares. Times are Eastern Time. Unscheduled closures are announced by the exchanges separately.