Academy Black Friday Sale Starts 11/26 (Browse The Ad Now!)

By Nicole | Staff Writer

Nov 06, 2026 @ 11:28 AM MST

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Get ready to shop the Academy Black Friday sale!

The Academy Sports Black Friday Ad has been leaked! Starting November 26th, you will be able to snag HOT deals on athletic clothing and shoes, grills and accessories, fitness equipment, and more!

Stores will be closed on Thanksgiving and reopen early on Black Friday.

Here’s a rundown of their Black Friday schedule for 2026:

11/26: Early Doorbusters online only
11/27: Extended hours from 5 AM – 11 PM
11/28: Extended hours from 8 AM – 11 PM

Want to get a head start on making your list? Head here to browse a preview of the full ad. Note that select deals and prices have not been revealed yet.

Check out a few of our top picks…

Magellan Outdoor Fleece Throw Blankets
Only $2.99 (reg. $5.99)!

Select Stanley, Owala, or Hydrojug Drinkware
Only $19.99!

*Select drinkware on sale for this price now.

Huffy 6V Mini Quad
Only $49.99 (reg. $99.99)!

Academy Sports + Outdoors 32″ Portable Basketball System
Only $79.99 (reg. $99.99)!

Mosaic Smokeless Fire Pit
Only $99.99 (reg. $199.99)!

Triumph Sports 10-in-1 Game Table
Only $99.99 (reg. $199.99)!

Pit Boss Digital Electric Smoker
Only $179.99 (reg. $449.99)!

Pit Boss Navigator Pellet Grill
Just $399.99 (reg. $999.99)!

Score free shipping on $25 orders when you log into your MyAcademy account (free to join)! Or, everyone can score free shipping on orders of $50+. Note that select larger items do not qualify for free shipping, so be sure to opt for free in-store pickup where available.

Head here to browse all of the early Black Friday sales and deals!

About the writer:

Nicole has 7 years of blogging experience. While her primary background has been in the restaurant and hospitality industry, she is a self-taught couponer with over 10 years of hands-on experience and a desire to share her knowledge to help others save.