Black Friday brings out the best deals from all the major retailers, but Small Business Saturday is when the lovers-of-all-things-local come out to shop. From grabbing a coffee at Trident Booksellers + Cafe to kickstart your shopping adventure to picking up holiday gifts at Neatly Nested, you can make your entire Saturday a local experience.
Fun facts from Small Business Saturday last year:
- American Express shared that there was a record-high spending of $19.8 billion for Small Business Saturday across the country.
- 50% of shoppers reported they found local shops + its deals through social media recommendations.
- 56% of shoppers made online-only purchases from small businesses.
No matter if this is your first time in Boston or you’re a seasoned local, you can shop small this Saturday + give back to the Bostonians who give us a million reasons to brag about our city. To help you sort out your Saturday shopping plans, we’ve compiled a list of 12 local businesses to check out for Small Business Saturday.
📍 40 Charles St.
⏰ 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
🛍️ This shop has Black Friday deals on kitchen necessities, including knifes, mugs, and pots.
📍 623 Tremont St.
⏰ Sundays 12-5 p.m. + Wednesdays-Satursdays 12-6 p.m.
🛍️ Add this store to your shopping list for eclectic white elephant gifts, vintage posters + products from local makers.
📍 6 Clearway St.
⏰ Saturday: 12-7 p.m.
🛍️ Known as being hidden in plain sight — this convenience store with a hidden athletic and sportswear shop in the back will deliver all the perfect hidden gems for your holiday list.
📍 279 Harvard St., Brookline
⏰ 8:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
🛍️ This book store has been serving the community for 60 years — celebrate that milestone by shopping the special edition 60th anniversary gear for the locals who have been there through it all.
📍 274 Shawmut Ave.
⏰ Saturdays 11 a.m.-7p.m.
🛍️ Find clothing, jewelry, accessories + home decor at this local shop. Pro tip: if you want to shop from your home there is a flat $5 shipping fee.
📍 343 Watertown St., Newton
⏰ 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
🛍️ Reference the store’s holiday gift guide and don’t skip the Thanksgiving or Hanukkah collections. If you’d rather shop online, they have gift ideas based on price point.
📍 364 W Broadway
⏰ 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
🛍️ Browse the decor collection or give the gift of a workshop at this bloom + booze shop in South Boston.
📍 373 W Broadway S.
⏰ 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
🛍️ This design + decor shop has lots of options for folks who love all things Boston, including custom pillows, oyster candles, signage, city map glassware + more.
📍 South End: 619 Tremont St. + Somerville: 259 Elm St.
⏰ 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
🛍️ Perfect presents for all the plant parents + green thumbs you know.
📍 338 Newbury St.
⏰ 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
🛍️ After you’re done shopping the collection of books, paper goods, accessories, and holiday decor, refuel with a bite to eat.
📍 318 Lincoln St., Allston
⏰ 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
🛍️ Explore vintage second hand apparel, accessories, and more at this thrift shop, as well as unique products made from artists around the city.
📍 483 Somerville Ave., Somerville
⏰ 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
🛍️ Shop light up tumblers, hot cocoa bombs, crochet ornaments, dog treats and more — you’ll find something for pretty much everyone on your list.