Throughout June, there are dozens of unique small holidays that give you the perfect excuse to Keep It Local and explore the Greater Arlington area. Whether it’s grabbing a sweet treat, enjoying a creative activity, or finding a new favorite spot, small businesses make every celebration even more special.
Use this moment to treat yourself, recognize hardworking employees or surprise someone you love, all while supporting local entrepreneurs and our local economy. Here’s a guide to this month’s notable dates and where you can celebrate them at small businesses in the greater Arlington area:
June 2: National Donut Day
Shipley Donuts: Celebrate National Donut Day with a sweet treat from Shipley Donuts.
June 3: National Egg Day
Breakfast & Much More: This National Egg Day, enjoy a farm-fresh breakfast at Breakfast & Much More.
June 7: National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream: Cool off this National Chocolate Ice Cream Day with a scoop (or two!) from Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream.
June 8: National Best Friends Day
Goldilinks Jewelry: Celebrate National Best Friends Day by heading to Goldilinks Jewelry with your bestie and picking out matching jewelry.
June 10: National Iced Tea Day
HTeaO: Quench your thirst this National Iced Tea Day with a refreshing glass HTeaO.
June 17: National Eat Your Vegetables Day
Herbs Indian Restaurant & Bar: Celebrate National Eat Your Vegetables Day with a delicious, vegetable-rich meal at Herbs Indian Restaurant & Bar.
June 20: National Vanilla Milkshake Day
Chick-fil-A North Collins St.: Indulge in a creamy vanilla milkshake at Chick-fil-A North Collins St. this National Vanilla Milkshake Day.
June 22: National Onion Rings Day
David’s Barbecue: This National Onion Rings Day, treat yourself to crispy, golden onion rings at David’s Barbecue.
June 23: National Pink Day
Donna’s Gift Closet: Celebrate National Pink Day by shopping for pink outfits at Donna’s Gift Closet.
June 26: National Beautician’s Day
Mode Salon: Pamper yourself this National Beautician’s Day by booking a service at Mode Salon.
The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce proudly supports shopping locally. Supporting local businesses boosts the community’s economy and fosters a sense of connection and camaraderie among neighbors. Keep It Local Arlington provides residents and tourists with a catalog of local businesses in the greater Arlington area.