CBL Properties announced Wednesday that their portfolio of market-dominant regional shopping centers will open at 6 a.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 23, and will be closed on Thanksgiving Day for the third consecutive year.
“Thanksgiving and Black Friday are two great American traditions,” said Stephen Lebovitz, chief executive officer, CBL Properties. “By continuing the practice of closing our centers on Thanksgiving this year, we are ensuring our customers and employees have the opportunity to celebrate to the fullest – spending Thanksgiving with family and friends and then waking up early to spend Black Friday with us. The support that we’ve received over the last two years from our customers and retailers has been overwhelming. It is based on this feedback that we made the decision to close yet again this year.
“On Black Friday, our properties are full of energy and shoppers seeking the great deals that make Black Friday one of the biggest shopping days of the holiday season. We look forward to creating that festive atmosphere again this year through a variety of Black Friday doorbusters, exclusive deals and events.”
Department stores, movie theaters, restaurants, and retailers with exterior mall entrances will have the option to open their stores on Thursday. However, access to mall common areas will be restricted until 6 a.m. on Friday. Patrons should check their local center’s website for more specific information.