The Economic Blackout refers to a series of 24-hour consumer spending boycotts that took place on February 28, 2025, in the United States, with planned boycotts for future dates including March 28.

Aug 20, 2025 · The 5-day economic and labor blackout will start Sept. 16 and end Sept. 20. If people can only participate one day, organizers ask that it be on Sept. 17, Constitution Day.

Aug 6, 2025 · A nationwide economic "blackout," during which consumers are urged to avoid purchases beyond the bare essentials, will be taking place this week.

An “economic blackout” promoted on social media is underway but with no clear indication of how many people took part or whether retail companies and restaurants will notice any effect from the …

Feb 28, 2025 · An organization is calling for a national boycott in the form of an "economic blackout" on Friday, urging Americans not to shop for 24 hours.

Feb 25, 2025 · An economic blackout is being called for on Feb. 28 where consumers are encouraged to refrain from spending any money.

Feb 28, 2025 · The People’s Union USA calls the 24 hours of spending abstinence set to start at midnight an “economic blackout,” a term that has since been shared and debated on social media.