RI residents head out bright and early for Black Friday

WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — The Black Friday rush started bright and early for some Rhode Island residents following the Thanksgiving holiday.

An estimated 36% of Americans were expected to make a purchase today, with an average of $480 spent overall.

Big malls like Warwick Mall, Emerald Square in Attleboro, and the Wrentham Outlets were open for Black Friday shopping, starting at 6 a.m. and 7 a.m.

Other shopping centers like Garden City in Cranston, and Providence Place Mall opened for shoppers at 8 a.m. and 9 a.m.

Here are the Black Friday store hours for some prominent national chains that may vary by location: 

Best Buy stores: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dick’s Sporting Goods: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Home Depot and Lowe’s:  6 a.m. to close

JCPenney and Kohl’s: 5 a.m. to close

Macy’s stores: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Sephora stores: Some will open early and/or stay open late.

Most Target stores: Will open at 6 a.m.

Walmart stores: Will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

ABC6 was live at the Warwick Mall with shoppers who made their way in and out as they grabbed their Black Friday deals.