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2026 Amazon Black Friday ski deals: ski holiday & winter gear on sale
Amazon Black Friday ski deals 2026: my family ski holiday picks
Amazon Black Friday is the best time of year to stock up on ski kit, family travel bits and winter gear. Every year I go through the whole sale for the deals worth having for a family ski holiday, and this is my list for 2026.
Black Friday is on Friday 27 November and Cyber Monday is 30 November, but Amazon’s deals usually start about a week before.
My top tip: add anything you might want to your Amazon basket now. When the sale starts, Amazon shows you exactly which items have dropped in price.
Kids & family ski essentials
These are the things that are always on my Black Friday shopping list for my family! They always seem to drop in price and give the best-value Black Friday buys. And often, the prices go up just before Christmas.
Wrist straps for gloves
Kids lose gloves. Adults drop gloves off chairlifts. Wrist straps prevent both and cost very little. Totally worth it!
Great for: ski school, cold days, parents who juggle everything.
Goggle covers (goggle socks)
If you want your goggles to last years, protect the lenses. Seriously. I held off getting one for years and I wish I'd just done it sooner. Cheap, light, and brilliant for kids and adults.
Suncream stick on a lanyard
Anything that you can clip to you or put on a lanyard, do it! SPF that clips to your jacket = no rummaging, no excuses, no goggle marks. I'd opt for a 50+ SPF if you can find it.
Reusable pop-click hand warmers
Brilliant for little hands, cold days and lift rides. Reset them by boiling. Eco-friendly win. We use ours loads and they are Christmas Santa's – but they get used all winter long!
Vacuum bags for packing
I prefer vacuum bags over packing cubes to compress bulky layers and use as dirty-laundry bags for the trip home. My top tip is to get 1 massive one, lay it out in your suitcase and then fill it, shrink it and you're good to go!
Pocket tissues or vintage hankies
Trust me: tissues disintegrate in snow.
Old-school hankies stay intact and look oddly chic. They also work well as goggle cleaners if you get a face full of snow.
You can get them on Amazon. But I actually pinched some of my Nan's and topped up in charity shops for that real vintage feel!
Kids’ thermals
Base layers drop heavily in price during Black Friday. It's a great moment to buy next year’s sizes too, for you and the kids.
Locking carabiners
This might seem like a little thing, but it makes life on the slopes with kids so much easier! I clip my gloves, lip balms and phone case to me when I’m on the slopes or on a chairlift. And these little carabiners mean you can make sure your kids don’t drop their mittens off the ski lift this winter!
Travel tech & entertainment (black Friday gold)
These categories always see some of the deepest discounts.
Kindle Unlimited subscription
Perfect for:
- transfers
- flights
- early nights
- keeping the kids entertained
- reading without packing extra weight
I've been using this for over a year now and I love it. Seriously. For me, it's perfect for use at night or when I'm travelling with the family. I used it on our recent long-haul flight and holiday to have a pile of books at my fingertips. The main thing for me is that I use it on my phone rather than a Kindle so that I can have it with me wherever I go.
You can read more about my honest opinion on Kindle Unlimited here.
Amazon often runs a Kindle Unlimited trial offer around Black Friday, so check what’s on before you sign up. I swear by mine and use it all the time. When I'm travelling, walking around resort or at home and chilling out with a good book!
Audible
If you're heading skiing with the kids this winter, then a subscription to Audible might be a great shout. You can choose and download a selection of audiobooks for yourself and your kids at age-appropriate levels. So, if you have a long car journey, flight, or ski transfer, you have a form of entertainment that isn't screen-dependent.
Audible usually has a free trial for new members. So, if you time it right, you can sign up and try it out for your ski trip. And then cancel it if you don't find it useful.
You can read my full Audible review here – I've been using it for a while now and I'm a big fan, for me and the kids on long journeys.
Brilliant for kids’ stories, podcasts, and listening on chairlifts or long travel days. I love this for long journeys, whether I'm driving or a passenger.
TOP TIP: I also love that Audible and Kindle Unlimited can link together to let you seamlessly switch between an audio book and reading it. So you can opt for the format that suits you best in the moment.
Phone lanyard
One of the most common things dropped off chairlifts is a phone. A lanyard saves heartbreak. Am I speaking from experience? Maybe… My pick is this SURPHY one. It has a coiled cord that stretches far enough for photos, a slim tether tab for your phone and a metal hook that clips onto your pocket zip.
More phone-saving ideas in my guide to keeping your phone safe while skiing.
Kids’ headphones
For transfers, downtime, and chalet early mornings. And trust me, go wireless. We love ours, and the kids have been using them for years on all our long car journeys. We also got a splitter so they could both connect to the same screen and enjoy watching things together.
Dobble
So the recommended age is 6. But I've been playing this game with our 2 boys since they were maybe 4. Ok, sure, they weren't great at it – but neither am I! The tin is small and compact, and it fits in my ski salopettes and is perfect for pulling out at a lunch stop to keep everyone entertained and off their screens.
There are loads of other games I'd recommend for travelling and family holidays and you can find my top recommendations here.
Books for ski lovers (kids & adults)
If you love getting into the skiing spirit before a trip. Or you want something cosy to read in the chalet after a long day on the slopes, there are so many brilliant ski-themed books for both adults and children.
From beautifully illustrated picture books that help little ones get excited for their first ski holiday, to gripping Alpine thrillers, mountain memoirs, travel writing and snow-themed romances, there’s something for every type of winter reader.
There are far too many to include in this Black Friday list, so I’ve put all my favourites into a separate “best ski book guide“. I've read most of them and have included reviews wherever I can. There's everything from classics to new releases, plus plenty of titles that regularly drop in price during Black Friday and Cyber Week.
Or you can just jump to my 30+ top kids ski books list or 50+ adults ski book list on Amazon.
If you want to build a little Alpine atmosphere before your trip. To keep the kids entertained on the flight, transfer or quiet chalet mornings! These reading lists are the perfect place to start. Plus, loads of the titles above are available for free on a Kindle Unlimited subscription – more on that below!
Ski comfort essentials under £20
Not glamorous. Not exciting. Absolutely essential.
Elizabeth Arden 8-hour repair lip balm
It is the absolute go-to lip care for most French women in the Alps. It's probably the only lip balm I've used until the pot was completely empty – multiple times! It really is excellent for repairing dried and cracked lips, plus it feels luxurious and smells great.
CeraVe moisturising lotion with Hyaluronic acid
Absolutely love CeraVe. One of my staple products all year round. But it really comes into its own in the winter for keeping skin hydrated and moisture in harsh conditions. Plus, these big bottles are so efficient and last me months and months.
Burt's Bees Lip Balm Multipack
Burts Bees are just 100% perfect. They taste great, they hydrate my lips perfectly in winter (and summer!), and they are cheap enough to pop into my kid's pockets to use in their lessons without worrying too much about them getting lost.
Aveeno moisturising cream
Aveeno is perfect for winter and dry skin in harsh ski resort conditions. Plus, a pump bottle like this is perfect at the side of your sink. You can grab some on the go so quickly, I find I use it much more post-shower to keep my skin supple and moisturised.
ISDIN fotoprotector fusion fluid SPF 50+
The sun is strong in the mountains! Even in sub-zero temperatures. This Isdin SPF50+ is perfect for ski conditions and is a really nice consistency on my face – and I can use it on the kids, too, if I need to.
Sanctuary spa pillow sleep spray
I love the smell of this spray. I have it on my bedside table, and I enjoy a spritz every evening to relax and go to sleep. I think it doesn't help me sleep, but I'm not sure if it's the habit of it, or the scent or the feeling of luxury! Either way, I love it!
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast barrier repairing cream 100ml
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Barrier Repairing Cream is excellent for wind-chapped skin. I love it and keep it next to my desk throughout the winter.
Bubuxy hydration bladder 2L
It’s cheap and just slots into your backpack. I find this perfect for skiing as a family. It's super easy for the kids to have a drink when we are on chairlifts or on the slopes without having to take my bag on and off to get a water bottle out.
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Bigger buys worth waiting for
If there’s a bigger winter purchase on your list, Black Friday is when I’d hold out for it.
Sorel snow boots (kids and grown-ups)
My kids have been wearing Sorel boots since they could walk out here. There really are no better boots for all ages, in my opinion. Warm and comfortable, with excellent grip on snow and ice. Plus, they last for ever: we’ve passed our kids’ boots on to other families when they’ve outgrown them. I’m a huge fan for me too, and my husband has some as well!
Women’s Sorel Winter Carnival boots on Amazon · Kids’ Sorel Snow Commander boots on Amazon
LEGO City ski and climbing centre
If you’re getting organised for Christmas, this could be an amazing present for a little skier in your life. It’s now only sold by other sellers on Amazon, so check the price before you buy.
Ergobaby Omni 360 baby carrier
I love the Ergobaby carriers, and I used this one constantly with my two boys when they were babies and toddlers. Now it’s what I use to take my little girl around the mountains and to crèche drop-off. I find getting around a ski resort is often easier with the carrier than with a pushchair.
Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 pushchair
A great buggy for the mountain: three wheels for easier steering through snow, a tight turning circle for crowded restaurants, and it folds up small for the chalet or the car. Read my full guide to the best buggy for snow.
Chalet essentials
These small, practical things make chalet life easier.
Raclette grill 8 person
We were cooking with our raclette grill literally 2 nights ago. It's perfect for family meals and larger parties. We were making pizzas on ours! But they are great for meats and raclette of course. This is a brilliant gift for Christmas as well.
Travel laundry detergent sheets
Tiny, lightweight, and perfect for washing thermals mid-week. Love these space saving sheets. And they are great for travelling because there's no risk of spilling!
First aid bits
Plasters, ibuprofen, anti-chafe cream, cold packs. Black Friday is a great time to stock up.
I find Compeed blister plasters so handy to have when you’re skiing. If you get any blisters or sore feet, these will do the trick and keep you comfortable for the whole ski holiday.
Free things that make a ski holiday easier
These tools cost nothing and make life significantly easier.
Ski tracking apps
Ski Tracks, Slopes, Fatmap, the kids love seeing their runs.
Shared photo album for the ski trip
Everyone uploads photos in real time. I often do this with the grandparents when we are on holiday. Saves having to share loads of photos at the end of the trip.
Paradiski / resort apps
Live lift status, maps, conditions. In La Plagne, we have the Yuge app. But there are similar options in other ski resorts.
Google Lens
Translate menus, signs and supermarket labels instantly. Perfect for quick translations in tricky situations!
Notes app checklists
Keep track of gloves, goggles, passes and suncream.
A locals insight: buying ski kit in France
Living in La Plagne means I see what works in real life, not just online.
If Black Friday doesn’t have the deal you want:
More from my Black Friday list
A few more bits on my Amazon Black Friday list that are worth watching for a price drop.
HobbledeHoo
I’m really excited to use this one. I’m using it this year with Percy, and of course we’ve got the pink one! I’m hoping it’s going to save my old back and knees from stooping over so much when I’m skiing with her.
Slope Ropes
Another one I can’t wait to use this winter. I’m hoping it’ll help Percy get a bit more independent on the slopes and not so reliant on me, which the boys definitely were when they were learning to ski.
Smartwool kids’ glove liners
Glove liners are handy to have for the kids. They’re not essential, but if it’s looking like it’ll be a lot colder when you travel, liners are a really good shout for some extra warmth. They also help keep little hands dry if they’re playing in the snow a lot.
Nom Nom Kids pouches and sandwich bags
I absolutely love these. Suzanne, who runs the company, is a mum and a keen ski mum too. The sandwich bags have been an absolute game changer for us. We used them all last winter for snacks, picnic stops and everything in between, and the best bit is they fold up flat in your bag, so they don’t take up space like a Tupperware would.
We use them all summer too, for barbecues, campervanning and camping. Such a small thing, but it makes a huge difference to your trip.
Altruist tinted SPF50
I absolutely love this. I’ve been using it almost daily for the last month, and it’s brilliant if you want a little bit of coverage without doing a full face of make-up. I can see it being a firm favourite for me this winter.
Altruist Family Sunspray
This one is really great for the kids. It’s so easy to put on, and I feel reassured that it’s giving them good protection.
Nivea SPF50 lip balm
It’s really important to have an SPF lip balm. I’ve got loads of lip balms I love, but they don’t all have SPF, so on a big ski day this Nivea one is brilliant.
Eucerin hand cream
I’ve tried so many hand creams that leave your hands greasy and don’t seem to do much moisturising. This one is fantastic. I keep it on my desk and can put it on, then go straight back to typing without leaving greasy finger marks all over my keyboard. I really recommend it.
How I choose the best black Friday ski deals
Not all discounts are worth it. And Amazon can be a minefield of “was £79, now £78” nonsense. Here’s how I pick the deals worth your money:
- 20%+ discount or return to the product’s lowest-ever price
- trusted brands with solid winter performance (especially for kids)
- durable items that survive snow, ice, travel bags and toddlers
- lightweight gear that won’t eat suitcase space
- items we actually use on family ski holidays
- subscriptions that drop to the cheapest they’ll be all year
You’ll only find things in this post that pass those tests.
Missed Black Friday? Here’s what to do
If you miss a deal — don’t worry. The Alps reward patience!
Look for:
- December flash deals
- January winter sales
- Amazon Warehouse returns
- Vinted for kids' ski gear – always a great place to start!
- End-of-season reductions – if you can get organised, you can get fab deals from April – May for next winter.
Before you go: my top Black Friday tips
These will save you time, stress and money:
- Buy next year’s sizes while they’re discounted
- Add everything to your basket now
- Use price-history tools (CamelCamelCamel)
- Check delivery times (mountain delays happen!)
- Prioritise essentials: gloves, thermals, suncream, tech
The best Amazon Black Friday deal for your ski holiday
That’s my Black Friday list for this winter. It’s all stuff we use as a family, from the little things that stop gloves disappearing off chairlifts to the bigger buys worth waiting for.
You can shop the whole list here.
One last thing: the best deal is often the one you don’t buy. Check the cupboards, borrow from friends and have a look on Vinted before you hit buy, especially for kids’ kit they’ll have outgrown by next winter.
Still Christmas shopping? Have a look at my ski gifts for him, for her and for kids, plus my ski advent calendars. And if you’re heading out to the Alps for the festive weeks, here’s my guide to Christmas in La Plagne.
See you on the slopes!
And for gift ideas all year round, here’s my full ski gift guide.
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