A day dedicated to celebrating and supporting the heart and soul of our community – small businesses – Small Business Saturday falls on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 30. While Black Friday and Cyber Monday provide big discounts and online deals, Small Business Saturday champions the essence of local entrepreneurship.

If you’re an Arlington small business owner, we want you to share your Small Business Saturday specials and promotions with us. Whether it’s discounts, exciting events or more, we’d love to promote them! To add your business’s special, complete this quick form HERE. Your submission simplifies the process for customers to Keep It Local this holiday season. 

This is the ideal time to kick start your holiday shopping and show support to Arlington’s small businesses, all while keeping your dollars in town. Here are a few reasons why Small Business Saturday is a vital event for Arlington’s small businesses:

Economic Impact: Small businesses create local jobs and drive economic growth. By shopping locally, you keep dollars within the community, supporting the livelihoods of your fellow residents.

Unique Offerings: Small businesses often provide distinctive, handcrafted and personalized products and services that you won’t find anywhere else. They add character to our neighborhoods and make our town unique.

Personalized Service: Small business owners are passionate about what they do. They know their customers by name, offer expert advice and often go the extra mile to provide top-notch service. Shopping small means experiencing a more personal touch.

Community Building: Small businesses are an integral part of the community, often supporting local causes, events and charities. By supporting them, you, in turn, support the community.