In the U.S., Black Friday is held the day after Thanksgiving and marks the beginning of the Christmas Shopping Season. It’s a wild shopping extravaganza whereby Americans scavenge for the best deals for their loved one’s Christmas shopping. It’s the premium day of the year for the hawkish, bargain hunter.
Fortunately, as the U.S.’s northern brother, we’ve started to inherit this annual tradition. And, while it’s not as mad as down south, it’s certainly starting to take off.
“A decade ago, Black Friday was a foreign holiday, not something that the Okanagan participated in,” said Andre Blanleil, owner of locally owned Andre's Electronic Experts, a chain that’s been in business since 1976. “Over the last four years, we’ve seen Black Friday take off! For example, our suppliers are offering incredible deals that would have been unheard of five years ago.”
So, with the mention of ‘incredible deals’ let’s get straight to it. Here’s a list of some of the best Black Friday Deals in the Okanagan, from fashion and furniture to fishing rods. Plus, the majority of stores offered on this list are locally grown and operated!
Andre's Electronic Experts, a locally owned and operated electronics store, is offering to-die-for sales. The iPhone 6s is free and comes with an Andre's Gift Card. If you're on the hunt for a new TV, 55" 4K TVs are starting at $488 while the LG 65" 4K Ultra Smart TV is $1397, equaling savings of $400. For those in search of kitchen electronics, Andre's is also offering a Samsung Stainless Steel Refrigerator for $1897, savings of $1300.
This unique store that promises to provide gifts and gear to gardeners is offering 20 per cent off fashion items. Plus, everything else in the store is 10 per cent off (except consignment items).
Starting Nov.24, Pseudio will be 30 per cent off regular price and tax free on sale items until Nov. 27. PSEUDIO will also be offering extra savings on Black Friday.
Frakas, a unique, local clothing boutique, will be offering 40 per cent off all footwear, jackets and sweaters. Just in time for those cold, winter months!
Bella Clothing Boutique invite Kelowna locals to a ‘Bella Black Friday’. From store open, they will be offering a buy one get one half price. In other words, buy any one item or regular priced clothing and shoes and get a second for 50 per cent off.
Premium Label Outlet will be offering 50 per cent off all regular retail prices. ORB lace tank tops will be going for $1 while machine hats will be on sale for $15 and Moskova and Matix Underwear will be sold for $10.
Amni Apparel, a store offering contemporary women's clothing, is featuring 20 to 60 per cent off items starting Black Friday and continuing throughout the week.
Local store that offers everything a fisherman could dream of, Trout Waters Fly and Tackle, is going big this year. The store is offering more than 50 per cent off many items, including sage one outfits and a hardy CLS7000 fly reel kit. They’ve also got deals on a Scotty Downrigger and 15 per cent off all Patagonia clothing and accessories.
These deals will continue throughout the weekend.
Jags Furniture & Mattress Store is offering a blowout on Furniture and Mattresses. All in stock items will be 52 per cent off while out of stock items will be 30 per cent off.
Lavish Design, an upscale furniture and interior design store, is offering an extra 20 per cent off all clearance furniture. With this deal, much of the furniture will be sold for 75 per cent off its original value.
Lakehouse Home Store, a shop that specializes in unique, collectible and upscale items, is offering 30 - 50 per cent off many one-of-a-kind kitchen utensils such as a Wustof Classic Santoku Granton, Le Creuset Oval Casserole dish, and the Breville Duo-Temp Pro. For those of you who don’t speak ‘fancy kitchen utensil’ language, that’s a knife, premium casserole dish, and comprehensive coffee maker.
Liquidation Furniture & More is offering the Hollywood Sectional for $899. It's available in white or black faux leather or blue or red fabric.
Impression Floors, a locally owned and operated business, is offering a Zen Garden Carpet from Peerless with installation for $3.39 per square feet.
Chef’s Edge will be having a Black Friday sale, they are offering 10-20 per cent off all knives. There will also be 10-50 per cent reductions on cookware, fondue sets, storage containers and other items.
This good old-fashioned tailoring store, with a twist, will be offering 10 per cent off any repairs or alterations to your clothing.
Since 1976, Andre's Electronics has been a locally owned and operated electronic store in the Okanagan region. It currently offers a range of products at prices that 'can't be beat'. Products offered by Andre's include Television & Video, Telus Wireless, Home Audio, Car Audio and Mobile Electronics. They also offer complete custom design and installation. You can visit Andre's stores located across Kelowna for more options and excellent deals.
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