When are Academy Stores Open for the Holidays?
Academy has 300+ stores across 21 states offering undefeatable prices for you this Holiday season. Find a store near you.
- Thanksgiving Week: Academy stores will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, but you can still shop Academy 24/7 on Academy.com and the Academy app. Doors open at 5 AM and close at 11 PM local time on Black Friday, Nov. 28.
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Extended Holiday Hours:
- Dec. 12 through Dec. 13, hours will be extended, from 8 AM until 11 PM local time.
- Dec. 14, hours will be extended, 8 AM until 10 PM local time.
- Dec. 19 through Dec. 21, hours will be extended, from 8 AM until 11 PM local time.
- Dec. 22 through Dec. 23, hours will be extended, from 7 AM until 11 PM local time
- Christmas Eve: On Christmas Eve, stores will be open from 7 AM until 7 PM.
- Christmas Day: Academy stores will be closed Christmas Day, Dec. 25, but you can still shop Academy 24/7 on Academy.com and the Academy app for free order pick up or delivery after the holiday.
- New Year's Eve: Academy stores will have reduced hours on New Year's Eve, Dec. 31, from 8 AM to 7 PM local time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Deals and Promotions
When do holiday sales or doorbusters start and end?
Amazing deals are live now! Doorbusters are available on Academy.com
starting on Thanksgiving. Doorbusters are available in stores at 5 a.m. on Black Friday.
Do online prices match in-store prices?
Yes! We match our own pricing. We will match Academy.com pricing for in-store purchases
and in-store pricing for Academy.com and our mobile app purchases.
Are there special discount codes or coupons for Black Friday, Cyber
Monday, or Christmas week?
Join myAcademy Rewards for exclusive offers throughout
the season!
Can I combine promo codes or store rewards with sale prices?
Generally, promotions, discounts, and coupons cannot be combined with other offers,
discounts, coupons, or our Price Match guarantee. Please check the specific terms and
conditions for any special offer.
Are clearance or final-sale items eligible for returns?
Please check our Return Policy for specific terms and
conditions.
Holiday Store Hours
Will there be extended Holiday Hours?
Yes! We're absolutely thrilled to confirm that we will have extended holiday hours this
season, giving you much more time to shop and enjoy the festivities!
Are stores open on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day?
Stores are open Christmas Eve and New Year's Day. Stores are closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Academy.com is always available to help you have fun!
What time does the store open for Black Friday or early-morning deals?
Stores open at 5am! Get ready to be the first in line for incredible Black Friday deals!
Where can I check real-time store hours for my nearest location?
Check your local store location page for the most
up-to-date hours information!
Holiday Pick Up and Delivery Options
Does the store offer buy online, pick up in store (BOPIS)?
Yes! We offer Buy Online, Pick Up In Store
(BOPIS). You can choose this option, which is often ready in 1 hour.
How fast is same-day or next-day pickup available?
You can typically pick up your order in as little as 1 hour from when you place it. If
you order within 2 hours of the store closing, it will likely be ready for pickup the
next day.
Is curbside pickup available, and how does it work?
Yes, curbside pickup is available for many items. Just park in (or nearby) our
designated Curbside spaces, open your pick up notification, and tap the Curbside link to
let our Team Member know you have arrived.
How long will the store hold my pickup order?
Once your order is ready, we will hold your items for 5 days. After 5 days, the order
will be automatically canceled.
Can someone else pick up my order if I provide their name and ID?
Yes. You can designate an alternate pick up person on the checkout page. The designated
person must present their valid government-issued ID and the order number when picking
up.
Are there shipping cut-off dates to ensure delivery before Christmas?
Ground Shipping cut-off is December 17th at 2 pm CT.
Are there free shipping offers or minimum purchase thresholds?
Many items qualify for free ground shipping with purchases of $25 or more. Please check
our Shipping Policy for terms and conditions.
Holiday Returns and Exchanges
What is the holiday return policy (are return periods extended)?
The same as our usual return policy - returns for most
unused, new condition items
within 60 days of purchase, and issues refunds based on the original form of payment.
Can I return online purchases to a physical store?
Yes. Merchandise purchased on Academy.com or our mobile app can be returned to any
Academy store. (Note: Items purchased online and picked up in-store are not eligible for
return by mail.)
Do I need a receipt for a return or exchange?
For a refund to the original form of payment, a valid purchase receipt or online receipt
is required. If you do not have a receipt, we will attempt to verify the purchase. If we
cannot verify the purchase, we will issue a merchandise credit equal to the item's
lowest price sold in the past 90 days. All non-receipted returns require a valid
government-issued photo ID.
Are gift receipts available at checkout?
We're making gift-giving simple and stress-free: Gift receipts are readily available
in-store only at every checkout counter, ensuring a smooth holiday season for both you
and your recipient!