The best Black Friday gifts for kids are screen-free toys that get them moving - multiplayer games, flying toys, sensory fidgets, and water toys they'll actually want to play with all year. Below are our top 10 picks for the special kid(s) in your life, plus a few tips on choosing the right one. Black Friday lands on Friday, November 27, 2026, so keep an eye on our Black Friday toy deals as the date gets closer.
Key Takeaways
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Black Friday is the ideal time to purchase a holiday gift that will delight and surprise the special kid(s) in your life.
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At Refresh Sports, we offer an amazing selection of high-quality, screen-free toys perfect for all ages:
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Consider multiplayer toys for active, social kids or for families with two or more siblings.
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Flying toys provide endless hours of fun for independent, social, or imaginative play. Also great for kids who love science!
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Sensory toys offer a fun way to engage the senses in any season.
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Add a splash of joy this Christmas with innovative water toys perfect for the beach or pool!
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Check back often for updates on our Black Friday deals at Refresh Sports. Black Friday is coming up soon on Friday, November 27, 2026!
How do you choose the best Black Friday gifts for kids?
Start with the kid, not the toy: match the gift to how they like to play. Social kids and siblings love multiplayer games; daydreamers love flying toys; hands-on kids love sensory fidgets; water lovers love pool and beach toys. Not sure which to pick this Black Friday? At Refresh Sports, we've got you covered. Below are our top 10 picks for the 2026 holiday season - and if you want to browse beyond this list, our best gift ideas collection is a great place to start.
What are the best multiplayer toys for kids?
It goes without saying that multiplayer games are an ideal choice for highly social kids, but they can also be a great option for families with two or more siblings, or children looking for an easy way to establish new friendships. The games below take less than a minute to learn and require no special skills or knowledge - just a willingness to get silly with some hands-on, kid-safe fun!
1. Sticky Baseball Paddle Toss & Catch Game
Develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills with this fun twist on a classic toy. Our baseball-inspired toss and catch game features two deluxe balls and two glove-shaped paddles with stretchy straps that comfortably adjust to any hand size.
2. Bouncy Paddle & Stringy Ball Game
This versatile game is made from durable, lightweight EVA foam, making it a safe choice for indoor or outdoor play in any season. After kids are done enjoying the paddle and stringy ball action, they can also use the paddles as flying discs that will bounce off anything without leaving a mark!
3. Mini-Toss Lacrosse™ Set
Our high-quality Mini-Toss Lacrosse™ set is an ideal choice for young athletes looking to develop their skills - and have countless hours of fun. This set can be used indoors or outdoors and has been expertly designed to handle a variety of different playing surfaces.
Why are flying toys a great gift?
There's always something magical about launching a toy into the air and watching it soar - or plummet back down to earth (sometimes that's half the fun). Flying toys are great for independent, social, or imaginative play, and they get kids running around outside. Purchase one of our innovative flying toys for the special kid(s) in your life and watch screen-free play time take flight!
4. Rocket Howler Slingshot
The sky's the limit with our Rocker Howler Slingshot. This instant crowd pleaser can soar to 250 feet with minimal effort - but don't worry, the rockets are made with high-strength EVA foam for optimal safety and gentle landings. This toy is the perfect gift for kids who are literally ready to take active play to the next level! Never aim this toy at people or animals.
5. Mini Glider Foam Airplane
Spoiler alert: This is not your standard glider toy. At Refresh Sports, we've developed a simple yet elegant Mini Glider Foam Airplane with unrivaled flight time and a soaring distance of up to 100 feet. Perfectly weighted, perfectly balanced, and the perfect present for kids of all ages.
6. Soaring Commander Plane Glider
What's safe, easy to throw, and flies up to 160 feet? Our 14-inch Soaring Commander Plane Glider! Like our mini glider, this toy has been engineered for superior flight and outshines the competition in stability, durability, and performance. Need a Christmas gift idea for a little (or not-so-little) one? This popular flying toy will guarantee hours of active, imaginative fun!
What are sensory fidget toys good for?
Many children benefit from tactile stimulation to help them focus and relax. Also - let's be honest - fidgeting with something that feels satisfying in your hands is just plain fun. They also make easy stocking stuffers for the holidays.
7. Stringy Balls
Our stringy sensory balls make ideal fidget toys for kids of all ages. Use them individually as stocking stuffers or surprise one lucky child with our versatile 8-pack - perfect for toss and catch, water play, juggling, and so much more.
Can you give water toys as a Christmas gift?
Absolutely. Water toys aren't just for summer - try them in the bathtub or hot tub, use them at the community indoor pool, or take them with you on your warm-weather vacation. For kids who love to get wet, receiving a water toy on Christmas morning can be a huge thrill, no matter what the thermometer says outside!
8. GlideRay Underwater Glider Pool Toy
Our self-propelled glideray toy dives gracefully beneath the water, promising endless entertainment for kids who can't get enough aquatic play. Built to last, this unique toy glides further the deeper you take it!
What other gifts should you consider?
Still searching for a great gift that feels like the right fit for the kid you have in mind? Here are two more of our very favorites:
9. Soft Stone Skippers™ Water Skip Disc
We're just going to say it: These water skip disc toys are really cool. Perfect for the pool or lake, they zip across the water like real skipping rocks - except they can't hurt anyone, they don't sink, and they're already flawlessly flat and round.
10. Soft Flyer™ Fabric & Foam Disc
Lightweight, perfectly balanced, and addictively fun. That's how we'd describe our fabric and foam flying discs - which come in 6 fantastic colors to delight all the youngest people on your gift list!
Where can you find the best Black Friday toy deals?
If you're in search of high-quality, screen-free toys that will spark active play and keep kids happily engaged for hours on end, then Refresh Sports is your go-to Black Friday destination. Watch our Black Friday toy deals page for updates, and browse our Christmas gifts for kids collection while you shop for the holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Black Friday 2026?
Black Friday 2026 falls on Friday, November 27 - the day after Thanksgiving in the U.S. Cyber Monday follows on Monday, November 30. Check back on our deals pages as both dates approach.
What age are these toys for?
Our picks are designed for kids roughly ages 3 to 12. Each product page lists the details that matter for that toy, so you can match the gift to the kid on your list.
What makes a good screen-free gift for kids?
The best screen-free gifts are easy to learn, fun to play again and again, and built for active, hands-on play - solo, with siblings, or with the whole family. The toys above all fit that bill, whether your kid loves multiplayer games, flying toys, sensory fidgets, or water play.
Want more holiday inspiration? Read our ultimate screen-free Christmas gift guide for active kids.
Final Thoughts: Make This Black Friday Memorable With Refresh Sports
At Refresh Sports, we put a new twist on classic outdoor toys that provide year-round fun for kids of all ages. Promote healthy play that the whole family will enjoy with holiday gifts purchased during our Black Friday event!
