On November 30th, Remember to Shop Small & Shop Local!

Small Business Saturday

Saturday, November 30th

Since 2010, between Black Friday and Cyber Monday sits “Small Business Saturday”, a day dedicated to helping small businesses and their communities. Small Business Saturday will take place all day on November 30^th in downtown Bozeman.

It’s a day dedicated to supporting small businesses and the community by helping boost the local economy. Downtown Bozeman and over 100 small businesses are proud to take part in Small Business Saturday, and we encourage everyone to “Shop Small” in downtown Bozeman and across the country on November 30^th.

According to the Small Business Administration, Montana is home to 123,419 small businesses, employing 65% of the private workforce. While many businesses continue to recover from challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, our local businesses are relying on shoppers more than ever to “Shop Small” and shop local.

Why Shop Small?

In 2021, 51 million shoppers participated in Small Business Saturday. (National Retail Federation)
Nearly 6 in 10 (59% holiday shoppers plan to participate in Small Business Saturday — more than Black Friday (56%). (Bankrate)
33.2 million small businesses currently operate in the U.S. (Small Business Administration)
Small businesses generated 12.9 million net new jobs over the past 25 years, accounting for two out of every three jobs added to the economy. (SBA)

How to Shop Small?

In addition to heading downtown on Saturday, November 30^th, consider leaving a positive online review for your favorite downtown business!
Shout it from the top of a mountain (or the M!). Word of mouth is an excellent way to alert friends and family about great places in downtown Bozeman – and while you’re at it, carpool and bring them with you on Saturday, November 30^th.
Order takeout directly from our fabulous downtown restaurants! Third party apps take a significant cut from a restaurant or café; instead, order directly from the website or over the phone.
Visit your favorite retailer’s website to order online directly. Tons of downtown businesses have the option to order online and pick-up in person, saving you tons of time!

When we all shop small, it will be HUGE!

Check out some of these downtown and DBA Member businesses who are celebrating Small Business Saturday below!

Barefoot Campus Outfitters – Receive 20% off your purchase with a Montana ID on Wednesdays all month long and on Saturday, November 30^th!

Intrigue Ink – Spend $50, get $10 gift card. Spend $100, get $20 gift card.
Sky Shed, Tune Up, and Fielding’s located at the Kimpton Armory Hotel – 20% off your bill with a Montana ID! Yes, this includes libations (holiday menu, event, and Snow Shed exempt).
Suelto Boutique – Storewide Sale! 17% OFF for 17 YEARS in downtown Bozeman. Enjoy gifts w/purchase including treats from Aurore bakery. Shop a pop-up with local artist Jennie Montana, featuring her bison trimmed kimonos. And we're racking a $35 & UNDER RACK for the day.
Intrepid Credit Union – Specially crafted CD rates:
- 3.90% APY, 10-11 Month
- 3.90% APY, 15 Month
- 3.80% APY, 19 Month
- 3.70% APY, 30 Month

Rocky Mountain Toy Company – Toys Toys Toys! 20% off store wide, Toy Club members will receive 25% more points for every purchase.
Plume Bridal – Take an additional 25% “Ready-to-Wed” collection!
La Cuisine – Complimentary Hot Cocoa Bar & Cupcakes
- FREE GIFT BAG (Value: $75) to the first 25 shoppers who spend $75 or more. This bag is a collaboration between La Cuisine and 6 of our small business partners (Est. 1864, La Brasserie, Lone Peak Provisions, Bozeman Oil & Vinegar, The Wine Gallery and Ghost Town Coffee Roasters)
- OPEN 10 AM -5:30 PM
Treeline Coffee Roasters – Spend $125 and get a 30% off coupon to use in the new year (1/2-2/14).
Miller’s Jewelry – That's 20% OFF In-stock Citizen & Tissot Watches from 11/29/2024 - 12/24/2024.
Montana Gift Corral – 30% off select decor online & 25% off holiday items in-store from 11/29/24–12/02/24!