Air Jordan 4 Retro "Black Cat" Launching 11/28 Colorway: BLACK Style: Men's and Kid's Sneakers

Fans of all-black everything have an extra-special Black Friday to look forward to this year: Jordan Brand re-releases the Air Jordan 4 Black Cat, one of the all-time classic all-black sneakers, on November 28.

Why the AJ4 “Black Cat” Still Owns the Court

The all-black "Black Cat" is one of Jordan Brand's most popular themes. This year alone, we've already seen Air Jordan 3 and Air Jordan 4 Net Black Cat releases, but the day is finally (almost) here for the arrival of one of the iconic all-black Air Jordans: the Air Jordan 4 "Black Cat."

There have been many Black Cat iterations over the years, including an Air Jordan 13, AJ 30 and a 2019 Olivia Kim collab that brought horsehair detailing to a women's Air Jordan 4 Black Cat. But the AJ 4 Black Cat is the clear favorite, making this retro release one of the most highly anticipated Jordan Brand drops of 2025.

The theme is black on black on black, a three-peat tribute to the original Black Cat, Michael Jordan. Though you might think MJ earned the nickname "Black Cat" because of his agility and stealth on the court, Nike lore suggests it was a moniker he'd first been given in childhood. After he shared that fact with Nike designer Tinker Hatfield when they were reviewing a concept inspired by Jordan's feline grace on the court, the Black Cat design concept took root in Hatfield's brain, according to the legend, and one of Jordan Brand's most enduring themes was born.

If you're unfamiliar with the Black Cat concept, this is the classic Air Jordan 4 rendered in all black. Nubuck upper panels in black. Hard plastic lacestays molded in black. Mesh panels in black. The graphite Jumpman logo on a black background on the tongue. The visible Air Max unit in the heel and an encapsulated unit in the forefoot. The Nike Air branding on the heel, replacing the glossy blackout Jumpman logo used for prior editions.

All black, all day.

Except, of course, a white Jumpman logo on the sole. 

The original AJ 4 Black Cat dropped in 2006, and the last retro release was in 2020. Since then, resale prices for these coveted Nike shoes have comfortably topped $1,000.

But now you can scoop up your very own pair at retail prices from Hibbett online or in-store on November 28 — Black Friday.

Releasing just in time for the holiday season, whether it's a gift for you or the sneakerhead in your family, this timeless monochrome classic is among the most iconic sneakers ever produced, with proven collector value. Don't miss out.

Full-Family Fit: Who’s This Drop For?

The Air Jordan 4 Black Cat drops in full-family sizing. That's men's sizes as well as grade school (GS), pre-school (PS) and toddler (TD).

With the Black Cats expected to be in high demand, this might be a good time to consult our online Hibbett size charts to get a better understanding of sizing for kids and adults. Remember, there is some overlap in sizing. For example, Nike's typical sizing suggests a US men's 3.5 can be considered the same as a US women's 5. And Nike's kids' sizes run from 1C (for 3-month-olds) to 7Y (roughly seven-year-olds), but with the overlap, a kids' 5Y, for example, is just 1/16" smaller than a men's size 5.5.

Air Jordan 4s are typically considered to run true to size, but Nike recommends people with wide feet go half a size up. 

If you're in doubt or these are your first pair of AJ 4s (or you're buying for someone else), stop by your nearest Hibbett location to try on a pair for yourself or discuss gifting options with our staff.

Where to Grab the AJ4 “Black Cat” This Holiday Season

The Air Jordan Black Cat 4 release date is Black Friday, November 28, 2025. Expect high demand for this drop since the AJ 4 Black Cats are among the most popular Jordan sneakers and apparel, and this release is perfectly timed for the holiday season as well as being a launch that has been closely tracked by collectors for some time.

Lock on to the Hibbett launch calendar for all the latest news and information about this release. And cop your pair on release day — November 28 — at Hibbett online, via the Hibbett mobile app or at your nearest Hibbett store.