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Although Black Friday is traditionally the day on which most sales are supposed to start, a lot of stores now launch their deals on Thanksgiving
Many of the sales will continue through until Monday, with many additional online deals being launched on Sunday

Published: 14:06 EST, 23 November 2015 | Updated: 03:06 EST, 24 November 2015

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Scoring the best deals on Black Friday has become a beloved Thanksgiving tradition, with many stores opening opening on Thursday right after dinner, so shoppers can get a head start on their holiday shopping.

But with almost every store offering countless discounts and 'doorbuster' deals, navigating the best sales of the year can be a daunting task if you don't have a plan. With so many stores offering similar sales, it is nearly impossible to figure out which retailers are really offering the lowest prices.

Similarly to last year's sell-out sales, major retailers are looking to attract shoppers with discounts on the latest technology and gadgets that will save savvy customers hundreds - maybe even thousands of dollars.

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Holiday rush: Many stores are expected to be crowded on Thanksgiving as well as Black Friday

For those who are in the market for a new television, Best Buy is offering deals for every price point. A 4K 60-inch Samsung TV, which allows users to stream videos and search the internet, is being sold for $799.99 - saving customers a whopping $700.

Meanwhile, if you are looking for a smaller, more affordable television. A Toshiba 49-inch HDTV, which is regularly sold for $429.99, will be available for the low price of $149.99.

People who are looking to get their hands on an Apple Watch, will be pleased to know that they can save up to a $100 at Best Buy on various models, which range from $349 to $699.

Target is also offering an impressive amount of deals, including Beats Solo 2 headphones for $96.99, $103 less than the original price.

Bargain hunters: People crowded this Walmart in Fairfax, Virginia last Thanksgiving to take advantage of their Black Friday sales

Frightful lines: Major retail stores including Walmart (pictured), Target, Best Buy, Kohl's, Macy's and more are all opening their doors on Thansgiving Day

And while Target is offering $100 Target gift cards when you buy any iPad Mini 4 or Apple Watch, Walmart is offering a 16GB iPad Air 2 for $399.00, a $100 less than its original price of $499.

Fashion fans, who prefer to stay in their pajamas when they shop, will be happy to know that Bloomingdales and Nordstrom are both offering up to 50 per cent off on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Meanwhile, make-up mavens should get ready to take advantage of Sephora's holiday discounts. The brand's Black Friday deals can be previewed early on the Sephora To Go app, and deals feature more than 30 items retailing for only $10 - including a Tarte Easy Glowing Delux Cheek Set (online only) and Make Up For Ever Waterproof Hero Duo eyeliner set.

Here, FEMAIL has created a guide to some of the best Black Friday deals, from tech and toys to cosmetics and vacuums. Happy shopping!

TECH

Target (starts 6pm on Thursday)

The popular retailer is offering a number of discounts on in-demand gadgets, including a pair of Beats Solo 2 headphones for $96.99, $103 less than the original price.

Moving music: Beats by Dr. Dre Pill 2.0 portable speakers

Music maven can also save $60 when they purchase Beats Pill 2.0 wireless speaker in black, white or red for $139.99.

Nikon camera are also on sale at a variety of price points, with Nikon CoolPix L340 20MP digital camera retailing for $99, saving customers $130.

Meanwhile, shoppers can save $105 on the Parrot Bebop drone, which will be available for $394.99.

And anyone who purchases any iPad Air or Apple Watch will be treated to a $100 Target gift card.

Latest tech: Apple Watch

Best Buy (starts 5pm on Thursday)

Anyone in the market for a new television may want to take advantage of Best Buy's Black Friday Bargains.

While a 4K 60-inch Samsung TV, which retails for $1,499.99, is offered for $799.99, a Toshiba 49-inch HDTV is being offering for $149.99, $280 less than its original price.

Meanwhile, customers can save up to $100 on the Apple Watch, which retails from $349 to $699 depending on the model.

And music lovers can save $225 on a Klipsch floorstanding speaker, which will be available for $224.99 each.

Kmart (starts 6am Thursday)

Movie lovers can head over to Kmart to pick up a Samsung Smart Blu-ray player for $49.99, $30 less than the original price.

The retailer is also offering a Samsung 2.1 Channel 120-Watt Bluetooth soundbar for $89.99, $90 less than the original price, and a Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7' tablet, which regularly sells for $179.99, for $119.00.

Amazon (started on November 20)

Online retailer Amazon started its deals in waves beginning on Friday as part of its 8 Days to Black Friday sale.

Those keeping a watchful eye on the sales can score a $34.99 Amazon Fire tablet, regularly $50, or a $99 Kindle Paperwhite, which typically sells for $119.99.

The company is also offering a 55-inch Roku smart TV for $348, and $99 Jawbone Up3, which retails for $150.

Pump up the jam: Beats by Dr. Dre headphones

Walmart (starts 6pm Thursday)

Anyone looking to transform their HDTV to a smart TV should head to Walmart where a Roku Streaming Device Media Player will be available for only $25.00, regularly $6.04.

Shoppers can also purchase a Chromecast Streaming Media Player for $20, $9.99 less than the typical asking price.

Get trimmed and toned: Fitbit Flex Wristband

Other standout deals include, a Fitbit Flex Wristband, which retails for $99, for $59.00, and an iPad Air 2 (16GB) for $399.00, $100 less than its original price.

FOR THE HOME

Macy's (starts at 6pm on Thursday)

Macy's department store is offering numerous 'doorbuster' deals, including beloved kitchen items for a fraction of the retail price.

A KitchenAid Classic 4.5 quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer is being sold for $199.99, when it regularly retails for $349.99.

Another great deal with the Original Magic Bullet, which will be available for $29.99, $50 less than the original retail price.

Getting cooking: KitchenAid Classic Mixer

Meanwhile, a $289.99 J.A. Henckels Fine Edge Pro 15-piece Cutlery Set will be available for only $79.99.

And anyone looking for a new vacuum will be thrilled to learn that they will save $200 if they buy a Dyson DC39 Ball Multifloor Pro Canister Vacuum for $249.99 at Macy's.

JC Penney (starts at 3pm on Thursday)

Coffee lovers can score a Keurig 2.0 K250 Brewer for $99.99, down from $175. In addition to the savings, JC Penney's customers will also received a $15 mail-in rebate with purchase.

Other great deals include the Shark Professional Steam Pocket Mop for $59.00, which regularly retails for $190.00.

Get swept up: Dyson DC39 Ball Multifloor Pro Canister Vacuum

And for those who want to stay warm and cozy this holiday season, Biddeford Twin or Full Heated Blankets or Plush Mattress Pads are 60 per cent off at $29.99 each.

Target (starts 6pm on Thursday)

For those who are expecting out-of-town visitors this holiday season, Taget is offering a Serta raised queen airbed with Insta III Pump technology for hands-free inflating and deflating for $49.99, down from $99.99.

Wake up: Keurig Brewer

Meanwhile, customers can get a six pack of Corelle white dinner plates, lunch plates, or bowls, or a two pack of one quart serving bowls for $9.99 each, saving $10.

And for shoppers who are already looking towards the spring, Target is offering a Folding steel fire bowl, which regularly retails for $59.99, for $29.

Kohl's (starts 6pm on Thursday)

Kohl's is also offering competitive sales in its kitchen and homegoods departments.

As part of its Black Friday deals, customers wil be able to purchase a Fiesta five piece place setting for $23.99, down from $56.

Meanwhile, The Big One bath towels, which regularly sell for $9.99, will be available for only $2.99, which is less than the price of most coffee shop lattes.

A-plus appliance: Kenmore Elite French Door Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with Grab-N-Go Door

Sears (starts at 6pm on Thursday)

Anyone looking to score a deal on an appliance should head to Sears.

While a Kenmore Elite French Door Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with Grab-N-Go Door is being sold $2599.99, down from $4,299.99, a stainless steel Kenmore Gas Range stove with True Convection is being sold for $699.99, when it is originally priced at $1,299.99

FASHION & BEAUTY

Sephora (starts at 9am on Friday)

Sephora's Black Friday deals can be previewed early on the Sephora To Go app, and deals feature more than 30 items retailing for only $10.

Fancy timepiece: Women's Citizen watch

The $10 dollar deals include a Sephora Face Mask Explorer Set, which regularly sells for $18, and Clarisonic's Luxe Contour Brush Head: Satin Precision, a $30 discount.

And on Cyber Monday, shoppers can use the code SUSPENSE to receive a free tote bag with your purchase of $25 or more.

Target (starts 6pm on Thursday)

Haircare: CHI Air flat iron

While most people will be clamoring for Target's Black Friday deals in its home and electronics departments, the company is also offering 40 per cent discounts across all its women, men, kids and babies apparel range in stores and at Target.com.

A CHI Air 1-inch flat iron with bonus brush and mini dryer will be available for $79.99, saving beauty lovers $20.

And for the those who are looking to keep their teeth pearly white, the retailer is also offering a Philips Sonicare 2 Series plaque-control power toothbrush for $34.99, down from $69.99.

Ulta (starts at 5pm on Thursday)

BareMinerals collections, which are valued a $36 to $39, will be on sale for $10 a piece.

All clean: Philosophy Gel

The Body Shop products will be available for 3 for $35, so shoppers can mix and match products, while Bed Head shampoos and conditioners will be $7.99 each, down from $17.95.

And Philosophy three-in-one shampoo, shower gel, and bubble bath, which retails for $18, will be on sale for $12.

Kohl's (starts 6pm on Thursday)

Kohl's jewelry department may not be the store's most popular section, but on Black Friday the company is offering a stellar deal on watches.

Men's and women's watches from Citizen, Bulova, and Seiko, which retails between $205 and $298 each, will be available for only $89.99.

Meanwhile, anyone looking to have an at home spa day may want to purchase Bliss skincare kits, which are 50 per cent off, and include the brand's Ready Set Glow, Bleachin' Body and Good to Glow Triple Oxygen Radiance Enhancing skin sets.

TOYS

Toys R Us (starts 5pm on Thursday

Toys R Us boasts some of the most impressive deals on children's toys this holiday, offering a number of 50 per cent discounts on some of its most popular items.

All Disney Princess costumes will be 60 per cent off, and available for $7.99 each, while Marvel or Star Wars two-piece costumes will be $24.99, down from $49.99.

Mini muffins: Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven

Meanwhile, an Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven, which retails for $44.99, will be on sale for $24.99.

And plush Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle dolls will be available for only $9.99, saving shoppers 50 per cent off of the original price.

Target (starts 6pm on Thursday)

One of Target's most impressive toy deals is a 6V electric Audi convertible ride-on for $85. The child-sized vehicle typically retails for $189.99.

Nice whip: 6V electric Audi convertible ride-on

Shoppers can also save $20 each on Lego Dimensions Starter Packs, which are being sold for $79.99, and a Nintendo 3DS XL Console for $179.99.

And music lovers can save $40 on Guitar Hero Live, which will be sold for $59.

Walmart (starts 6pm Thursday)

Walmart, which offers competitive prices in almost every department, also has an impressive toy selection.

A 50-piece Train Set and Activity Table will be on special for $37, saving shoppers $22.99.

And fans of the film Frozen will be thrilled to score a Disney Frozen Elsa Ice Magic Castle complete with scepter, perfume bottle, bracelet, brush, silverware and food, cups and doll stand for $99.

Meanwhile, Spalding Youth Portable NBA Logo Man Backboard basketball hoop is on special for $69, down from $89.00

Make believe: Step2 Modern Cook Kitchen

Kohl's (starts 6pm on Thursday)

Kohl's is also offering 50 per cent off of its toy selection, and one of its standout items includes a Step2 Modern Cook Kitchen, which is perfect for playing make-believe.

The kitchen set, which regularly retails for $129.00, will be available for $59.99.

Meanwhile, Star Wars Death Star Play Case and a four-piece Starship Set by Hot Wheels will be available for $29.99 each, down from $59.99.

And shoppers can get their kids sleepover ready and save $35 when purchasing Jumping Beans Disney and Star Wars slumber bags, which will be offered at $14.99.