Hamilton Place Mall kicks off Black Friday after Thanksgiving

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- Christmas Shopping is Finally here. 

Folks made their way to Hamilton Place Mall to find the best deals on Black Friday 

“We got families, friends, and everyone is coming out. Honestly, we re thrilled with our turnout so far, the energy has been really fun, and I have just had so much fun thanking customers for shopping today and giving a little back with our gift card giveaways that we have been doing,” said Andrew Steele, Marketing Coordinator for Hamilton Place Mall.  

Hamilton Place considers Black Friday Shopping the biggest time of the year. 

Steele says this time is dedicated to having fun after Thanksgiving. 

“This is a time for all of us to interact with each other, to have fun together and to get back to our community. All of our shops are local,” said Steele.”They hire multiple employees, so this is all something that is going back into Chattanooga, but just kind of have fun, get out of the house and spend time together as a family.” 

As customers  shop for the Holiday’s, Steele explains various discounts that the Mall is offering. 

“I know Palmetto Moon is doing a big door buster sale. They are doing 40% off of select items. American Eagle is doing some great deals. Arie upstairs, Sephora, Just browse everywhere. You will find something you can save money on Hamilton place.com/deals, you can find everything,” said Steele.

Along with the good deals, One Shopper told New 12, She wanted to get her kiddos out to experience Black Friday. 

“We brought our kids with us today because they have never experienced any of it. We were trying to give them The 90s feel where people were out here fighting for toys or towels and so we are just trying to let them experience,” said Hannah Goodridge, Shopper at Hamilton Place Mall. 

And though Inflation may be a concern, Steele hopes Hamilton Place Mall can ease some stress this Christmas.

“Congratulations to our retailers for giving back. But more than anything, We are so proud to be able to be that destination where families can take care of each other and get some great gifts this holiday season,” Steele concluded.