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Your Guide to Small Business Saturday

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Celebrate Local Love on Small Business Saturday

Mark your calendars for Small Business Saturday on November 30, 2024, from 10 AM to 5 PM! This annual celebration is more than just a shopping day—it’s an opportunity to support local shops and restaurants that make our community unique. Plus, when you shop local, 68¢ of every dollar stays in our neighborhood, strengthening the local economy and supporting your neighbors.

What's Happening?

  • Free Shop Small Swag: Grab a Shop Small bag, button, and map in front of 318 Main Street starting at 10 AM (while supplies last).
  • Free Parking: Enjoy the convenience of free street parking all weekend!
  • $500 in Giveaways: Enter for a chance to win $500 in Downtown Evansville e-Gift Cards through the Shop Small Passport program.

How to Enter the Giveaway:

  1. Pick up your Shop Small Passport.
  2. Shop at any of the 10 participating locations and collect a stamp for each purchase.
  3. Each stamp equals one entry into the drawing for Downtown Evansville e-Gift Cards—the more you shop, the more chances you have to win!

Participating Locations:

  • Memo (209 Main)
  • Piece of Cake (210 Main)
  • River City Coffee + Goods (223 Main)
  • River Kitty Cat Cafe (226 Main)
  • Goldman’s Pawn Shop (107 SE 4th)
  • Posh on Main (330 Main Suite B)
  • Bargetown Market (330 Main Suite C)
  • Sixth + Zero (425 Main)
  • Emerald Design (425 Main Suite 12)
  • Your Brother’s Bookstore (504 Main)

Each of these local gems has something special to offer, whether you're in the market for a unique gift or something special for yourself! Hours and sales will vary, so check in with your favorite spots for their Small Business Saturday deals.

For more details, check out the Small Business Saturday event on Facebook

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Why Shop Small?


Small businesses are the heart of our community. By shopping local, you’re not only finding one-of-a-kind items but also helping to sustain the shops and restaurants that make Downtown Evansville so special. 

Join the movement, support your neighbors, and make a big impact by shopping small this holiday season! Don’t miss out on the fun, freebies, and festive vibes in Downtown Evansville on November 30th.

See you there! 🎉

Did you know?

American Express created Small Business Saturday and it was first celebrated November 27, 2010. It's been co-sponsored by the Small Business Association since 2011.