Shoppers are “intentional” and “are here to shop and experience Hamilton,” he said.
Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30, is part of the Holly Jolie Hamilton season. Local businesses along Downtown’s High and Main Streets, Westside, Millville and beyond will have extended hours and special sales throughout the day, just in time for holiday shopping.
“Small Business Saturday brings together retail, restaurants and bars and we have a strong presence again this year,” said Tiffany Grubb, director of membership and marketing for the Greater Hamilton Chamber of Commerce. said.
“There are some new businesses in town, so people can expect to find some new businesses opening along with the magical experience they have always had in Hamilton on Small Business Saturday. ” she said.
Historically, this day continues to increase sales and attract new customers for many small businesses. Hamilton has seen an increase in foot traffic and people from surrounding areas are making Hamilton a destination. More than 50 companies will participate.
“Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy,” Bates said. “Nowhere else can you get closer to that Hallmark experience than here,” Bates said.
Here are just a few of the many sales happening around the city.
Small Business Saturday was originally started by American Express in 2010 in response to the Great Recession. The Saturday after Thanksgiving marks the 15th annual event for small businesses across the country to celebrate.
The Chamber of Commerce offers a retail map on its website to help you find small businesses in the city. Found at hamilton-ohio.com/map/cat/retail.
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Community members can stay up to date by following the Hamilton Shop Small Saturday event page on Facebook. The “Explore Hamilton” app is another way community members can connect with local small businesses. Each business is listed on a map, and those wanting to explore Hamilton can download the app before visiting. The app is free and can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play Store.
