Black Friday shopping in Miami should be an Olympic event. It takes serious dedication, skill, and patience to leave the house before dawn the day after Thanksgiving, and in some cases ON Thanksgiving to shop in chaos. That's why we're awarding you with this ultimate guide to Black Friday shopping in Miami to ease your experience. Click on the links to learn more about each of these places where shopping in Miami on Black Friday is a little less daunting.

Aventura Mall

For an upscale shopping experience, head over to Aventura Mall, for 300 of the world's most iconic retailers. You'll find designer shops here such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Fendi, Chanel Fragrance & Beauty, and Tiffany & Co. The mall will be closed on Thanksgiving and open on Black Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. for some of Miami's best Black Friday shopping. 

Bayside Marketplace

If you're looking for a low key Black Friday shopping experience, Bayside Marketplace is your spot. This smaller outdoor shopping center features stores such as Bath & Body Works, Claires, Express, and Guess, as well as several restaurants all on a waterfront in Downtown Miami. Most stores are open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. 

Bal Harbour Shops

This upscale Miami shopping center offers brand name shops in one of the wealthiest suburbs in Miami. If you fancy items from Tom Ford, Prada, or Versace you hit the jackpot. The mall will be closed on Thanksgiving and open during regular hours for Black Friday shopping In Miami from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 

Dadeland Mall

If you prefer Black Friday shopping in Miami before the sun comes up, head on over to Dadeland Mall in Kendall to explore more than 185 retail stores and restaurants and Florida's largest Macy's!  Hours on Thanksgiving are 6 p.m. to midnight and on Black Friday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 

Dolphin Mall

This beautiful shopping hot spot in NW Miami has 240 fashion retailers and regularly offers deals making it popular with the locals too. Hours on Thanksgiving will be from 10 a.m. to midnight and on Black Friday from 8 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Parking can be hectic so perhaps take an Uber.  

Lincoln Road Mall

If you're looking to work off a few Thanksgiving day calories, head to Lincoln Road Mall for haute shopping in South Beach. Recently named the most expensive shopping area in Florida, this outdoor mall consists of a walkable 10 blocks overflowing with unique shopping and dining opportunities.  Most stores are open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. 

The Falls

The Falls in South Miami is one of the biggest open-air shopping centers in the in the U.S.!  Boasting over 100 stores, restaurants, and cafes on one-level, with covered walkways surrounded by tropical vegetation it is a treat for the eyes as much s your pocketbook! Hours on Thanksgiving are 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. and on Black Friday from 6 am. to 10 p.m. 

Sawgrass Mills

Go big or go home! Sawgrass Mills on Sunrise Blvd. in Miami is the largest outlet and value retail shopping center in the U.S.! There's over 350 stores, including outlets such as Nike and Gap and value retailers like Target and Marshalls. Hours on Thanksgiving will be from 10 a.m. to midnight and on Black Friday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 

Planning to leave the house and shop on Black Friday? Be prepared with this ultimate guide to Black Friday shopping in Miami along with our guide to Thanksgiving in Miami.  Stay Connected to Things to Do in MiamiNightlifeRestaurants and more - Register on 305area, it's free!