Walmart
01Members often get a head start on doorbusters. Have the app logged in and your payment saved before the drop window opens.
Black Friday Watch List
Every retailer we're watching for hot toy drops.
We've rounded up the stores where the most-wanted toys tend to land first, sell out fastest, and sneak back in stock. One list, sixteen retailers, zero frantic tab-hopping at 5am.
WalmartTargetAmazonBest BuyLEGO StoreGameStopCostcoKohl'sBarnes & NobleSam's ClubMacy'sFive Below
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The Ultimate Black Friday Drop Calendar
This is our master calendar with all the retailers we follow and their Black Friday and important drop dates. We'll update it weekly as we know more!
The Restock Tracker List
Get ready to win Black Friday.
Grouped by type so you know where to look first. Tick the box on each store you're following and keep this page handy all week.
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Big Box Heavy Hitters
04 storesTarget
02Great for store-exclusive sets and collectibles. Check the weekly ad and set up order pickup to skip the shipping sellout.
Kohl's
03Toy prices plus promo codes plus rewards can add up fast. Watch for the code stacking window around Thanksgiving week.
Amazon
04Everyone's favorite. Amazon is having deals throughout the entire month of November!
Toy & Hobby Specialists
04 storesLEGO Store
05Retiring sets and limited freebies are the big draw. Log into your Insiders account so points and gifts apply automatically.
Barnes & Noble
06Our go-to for board games, puzzles, and craft kits. Members can catch extra discounts on toys and games.
GameStop
07Watch here for console bundles, trading cards, and figures. Pro members tend to hear about deals first.
Five Below
08Viral mini toys and fidgets land here fast and vanish faster. In-store is usually your best bet.
Warehouse & Online
04 storesAmazon
09Deals roll out all month. Add your list's toys to your cart or wishlist now so you can spot drops in seconds.
Costco
10Ride-ons, play kitchens, and value bundles. Holiday toy stock is limited and rarely restocks once it's gone.
Sam's Club
11Keep an eye out for member-only shopping events ahead of Black Friday weekend itself.
Best Buy
12The spot for kid tablets, consoles, and STEM gadgets. Hot items can drop in surprise waves, so alerts matter here.
Wildcards Worth a Look
04 storesMeijer
13If you're in the Midwest, this is one to watch. Toy doorbusters can rival the big national chains.
Michaels
14Craft kits, slime supplies, and creative gifts. Pair sale prices with app coupons for the best value.
Dick's Sporting Goods
15Scooters, bikes, and backyard gear. Great when your kid's list leans more active than plastic.
Walgreens & CVS
16The surprise restock stop. Small collectibles and trading cards sometimes show up here when the big stores are empty.
How to use this list
Three steps. No panic.
This list works best as a game plan, not a reading assignment. Here's how Roxie uses it.
STEP 01
Print it.
Stick it on the fridge or tuck it in your bag. Check off the stores you're watching so everyone in the house knows the plan.
STEP 02
Save it.
Bookmark this page on your phone. We update it as deals appear, so it's always your freshest reference.
STEP 03
Follow it.
Follow our Facebook group where we share hourly deals here. Also follow our Telegram channel where we share hot drops sent to your phone.
Let us watch all 16 stores for you.
Turn on Roxie's restock alerts and get a heads-up the moment your kid's wishlist toys drop or come back in stock.