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Join us in downtown Albany and shop locally on Small Business Saturday. Participating businesses in the District will offer special deals and promotions that you won't want to miss.
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Local Deals and Promotions
Details coming soon!
Deck-the-Hallbany Holiday Market and Festival
Small Business Saturday falls on the same day as the second Deck the Hall-bany Holiday Market and Festival in Downtown Albany! Stop by the market and visit the Downtown Albany BID booth for a map of local businesses, giveaways, and more. Then stroll through Downtown and start shopping — it’s a festive day filled with entertainment, holiday cheer, and the perfect opportunity to support local.
Small Business Saturday Facts
- 68¢ of every $1 spent at a small business stays in the local community — funding local jobs, services, and improvements.
- 48% of small business purchases get recirculated locally through wages, charitable giving, and local suppliers (vs. only 14% for chain retailers).
- In 2023, consumers spent an estimated $17 billion at small businesses on Small Business Saturday alone.
- Since the event began in 2010, shoppers have spent over $200 billion with small businesses on this day.
