Shop small on Saturday, November 30! When you shop locally, 68 cents of every dollar stays in the community, compared to just 43 cents at chain stores. This holiday season, make a big impact by shopping small and supporting the solopreneurs, artisans, and family-owned businesses that make our neighborhoods unique. Explore these exciting events across North County, celebrate the heart of your community, and help build a stronger local economy while finding one-of-a-kind treasures.
Carlsbad
https://www.carlsbad-village.com/events/small-business-saturday
Celebrate the heart of the community by shopping, dining, and discovering amazing local businesses. Stop by the Carlsbad Village Association booth at the corner of State Street and Grand Avenue for your chance to win prizes, score free tote bags and swag, and support the solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, and family-owned businesses that make Carlsbad special.
Encinitas
https://encinitaschamber.com/small-business-saturday/
Shop local in Encinitas, enjoy exclusive deals and collect limited-edition Encinitas and Leucadia posters when you shop at participating businesses. From unique boutiques to favorite eateries, your support helps keep Encinitas thriving—so grab your poster, explore the town, and make a difference this holiday season!
Escondido
Kick off your day in Heritage Garden in Historic Downtown Escondido with activities for the whole family 11am to 4pm: men’s clothing drive, holiday cabaret, photo booth, games, activities and more.
Grab a bingo card at Heritage Garden of from other participating merchants and enjoy a fun-filled day visiting your favorite shops and discovering new ones. Play bingo, collect stamps, and enter for a chance to win exciting prizes!
If you are an early bird, pick up a bingo card at Sunny Side Kitchen as early as 6:30 am.
Fallbrook
Fallbrook will host a special farmer’s market called the Village Artisan Faire in Downtown Fallbrook on Small Business Saturday. Find homemade artisan crafts, art, and unique gifts while listening to live music. Photos with Santa will be available.
Oceanside
https://www.mainstreetoceanside.com/shop-local-oceanside
Celebrate the holidays with ’Tis the Season to Shop Local in Oceanside! From Small Business Saturday on November 30 through December 14, explore festive events, shop-and-win opportunities, and unique holiday markets while supporting local businesses. With glowing lights, live music, and a chance to win prizes, this award-winning celebration is the perfect way to shop, dine, and enjoy the season!
Vista
https://business.vistachamber.org/events/details/small-business-saturday-artists-market-29002
Time to SHOP SMALL with BIG HEART! Come to Downtown Vista and shop your way through all the small business’ that make a huge impact in your community. Support other local artists and makers at the Vendor Market at the Gazebo Parking lot.
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