On Friday, Nov. 27, the specialty outdoor retailer will once again give 12,000 employees a paid day off, inviting millions of members to trade shopping lines for time outdoors.
SEATTLE, Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- REI Co-op will once again close its doors on Black Friday, continuing a tradition that began more than a decade ago. This year, we're reminding everyone there's no wrong way to Opt Outside. Whether it's a hike, a walk around the neighborhood, a picnic in the park or simply stepping outside for some fresh air, as long as you're out there, it counts.
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