While Black Friday steals the spotlight as the most popular shopping day of the year and Cyber Monday follows closely behind, let’s not forget about a truly special occasion: Small Business Saturday! Celebrated the Saturday after Thanksgiving, this wonderful day offers a fantastic opportunity to shop for the holiday season while empowering our local communities.
Small Business Saturday invites you to venture into your neighborhood and discover the charm of local small businesses. Here, you’ll find unique, often handcrafted treasures. Imagine supporting local entrepreneurs, building connections, and helping to strengthen the economy—all while finding that perfect gift!
This year, enjoy Small Business Saturday by exploring local holiday markets. Experience the joy of shopping small, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and take pride in directly contributing to the success of talented local makers and business owners. The support doesn’t have to stop there. You can continue to support small businesses throughout the year by shopping locally.
Discover Holiday Markets
Experience the vibrant holiday markets scattered across Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington! From bustling city markets to charming small-town pop-ups, these festive venues are the perfect destination for holiday shopping. Best of all, they’re completely free to attend, making supporting local artisans, chefs, and more, much easier. Are you ready to plan your shopping? Check out this list of local markets, support entrepreneurs this Small Business Saturday, and continue to shop small through December!
Alaska:
Anchorage: Holiday Craft Show and Small Business Marketplace (Nov. 30- Dec. 22)
Valdez: Holiday Bazaar (Nov. 30)
Seward: Holiday & Crafts Fair (Dec. 6-7)
Juneau: Holiday Bazaar (Dec. 7)
Wasilla: Black Friday & Small Biz Saturday at Creekside Plaza Wasilla (Nov. 30)
Idaho:
Nampa: Nampa Farmers Market Winter Wonderland Santa Saturday (Nov. 30)
Boise: Winter Wonder Market (Nov. 30)
Sun Valley: Sun Valley Holiday Market (Dec. 14-15)
Coeur D’Alene: Coeur D’Alene Makers Market Holiday Market (Dec. 10)
Pocatello: Crafters Market Small Business Saturday (Nov. 30)
Boise/Meridian: Merry Makers Market (Nov. 30- Dec. 23)
Lewiston: MidWinter Makers Market (Dec. 21)
Oregon:
Portland: Geek The Halls (Nov. 30- Dec. 1)
Tigard: Tigard Annual Bazaar (Nov. 30- Dec. 1)
Bend: Bend Moonlight Market (Nov. 30)
Eugene: Eugene Saturday Market Holiday Market (Nov. 16- Dec. 24)
Corvallis: OSU Holiday Market (Dec. 6-7)
Medford: Small Business Saturday Downtown Quest (Nov. 30- Dec. 7)
Washington:
Seattle: Shop & Sip (Nov. 30)
Woodinville: 21 Acres Make It Take It Market (Dec. 7) and Annual Holiday Market (Nov.30)
Yakima: Four Square Church Christmas Market (Nov. 30)
Spokane: Riverfront Winter Market (Nov. 30)
Olympia: Saturday Market at West Central Park Holiday Market (Dec. 14)
Tacoma: Tacoma Night Market (Nov. 30- Dec. 22)
Vancouver: Vancouver Holiday Market Nov. 29- Dec. 1)
Bellingham: Holiday Makers Market (Nov. 30- Dec. 22)
Walla Walla: Walla Walla Holiday Market (Dec.14)
Celebrate Community, Create Connections, and Make an Impact
Small Business Saturday is a special day dedicated to celebrating and supporting the incredible talents of local entrepreneurs while also finding the perfect gifts for your friends and family. When you visit these holiday markets, you do more than shop small. You are making a positive impact in your community. Now, make your shopping list, check it twice, and celebrate Small Business Saturday this holiday season!
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About the author
Emma Seymour is a Communications and Public Relations professional specializing in storytelling, relationship building, and content development. A military spouse and former small business owner, she advocates for veterans, transitioning service members, and their spouses, and has delivered keynote speeches on workforce development, military programs, and childhood trauma.