SYRACUSE N.Y. — Over the years, Thanksgiving has become associated with more than just the turkey; it now kicks off the holiday shopping season.

Thousands moved on from their dinner tables to grab early Black Friday deals.

Best Buy opened at 5 p.m. Thursday, where many went with hopes to snag their favorite electronics.

Target opened at 6 p.m. and many people stood out in the cold to be first in line.

Dozens were on the hunt for those big ticket items and door busters deal like 4K HD TVs.

Shoppers say they were there for the crazy deals and experience, but others questioned if it’s all worth the hassle.