Here are 10 Kansas City Small Business Saturday events you can support this weekend
After the rush of Black Friday wears off, make sure to grab your pocketbooks and support the many small locally-owned businesses around Kansas City. The first Saturday after Thanksgiving is always Small Business Saturday. It’s a chance for you to wrap up your holiday shopping while also patronizing your favorite small shops.
This year, there are a number of events, markets and sales hosted by local businesses. Whether you are in Lee Summit, De Soto or anywhere in between, there are tons of small local businesses that could use your support this holiday season. The Merry Market at City Market will also be opening on Friday, Nov. 25 until Sunday, Nov. 27.
You can also learn more about local shops and businesses in Kansas City by visiting VisitKC’s Shop Small Guide here. Visit Kansas City, Kansas has a similar guide for those interested in shopping locally as well.
Here are 10 Small Business Saturday events to support on Saturday, Nov. 26.
Black Business Pop-Up
5008 Prospect Ave
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Kansas City G.I.F.T. will host a market that hosts 50 local Black owned businesses. This market will be an opportunity to contribute to Black-owned businesses while also shopping for holiday gifts and personal items. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m at 5008 Prospect Ave.
Overland Park Small Business Saturday Event
7221 W 79th St., Overland Park
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Overland Park’s Small Business Saturday event will include 300 businesses, boutiques and makers in Downtown Overland Park. There will also be some special deals and promotions. Some of the businesses that will have promotions include Behave Dog Training and Pet Boarding, McNary’s Furniture, Playfair Data, Sazzy’s Lingerie and Abstract Art Pieces. To see more of the deals for Saturday, check out the Small Business Saturday Event page.
KC Wine Works Small Business Event
1829 McGee St.
5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
On Saturday, KC Wine Works will host its Small Business Saturday event from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 1829 McGee St. This will be a ticketed event where guests can enjoy a glass of a 2015 Chardonel Reserve along with cheese and other small bites. There will also be a full educational discussion. To purchase a $35 ticket to the event, visit here.
Monarca Art Space Small Business Saturday Events
803 Broadway Blvd
12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
The Monarca Art Space will host a Small Business Saturday market on Nov. 26. In addition to local vendors and makers, there will also be gift wrapping services available for a small donation. The event will run from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m at 803 Broadway Blvd. To learn more about the event, visit here.
Anabel Maker’s Market Small Business Saturday, De Soto
33080 W 83rd St, De Soto
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Anabel Maker’s Market will host its 3rd annual Small Business Saturday event in De Soto on Nov. 26. There will be lots of vendors to support, snack and drink samples offered by Oasis Nutrition and a free bag giveaway for anyone who makes a $50 in-store purchase. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 33080 W 83rd St, De Soto.
Harley’s Hideaway’s Small Business Saturday Pop-up Shop
12200 Johnson Drive, Shawnee
12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
This vendor pop-up and craft fair is another great stop if you’re looking to find the perfect gift before Christmas. The event will run from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 26 at 12200 Johnson Drive in Shawnee.
Virgil’s Plant Shop’s Small Business Saturday: A Holiday Party
2763 Cherry St.
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
This holiday party will come with lots of vendors and 10% off of plants. There will also be two tattoo artists from Steel Panther Tattoo who will have a pop-up tattoo shop where they will offer tattoo designs ranging from $150 to $300. There will also be free cocktails and soda waters. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 2763 Cherry St. To learn more visit here.
Downtown Lee Summit’s Small Business Saturday Farmers Market Pop Up
13 SE 3rd St., Lee’s Summit
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Downtown Lee Summit’s Farmers Market’s Small Business Saturday event will have vendors and farmers market produce from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26. Some of the vendors will include, Delyetful Soaps, Shelti Farms, Gourmet Granny and more.
KC Wellness Project Small Business Saturday Celebration
319 Main St, Belton
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
KC Wellness Project will have its Small Business Saturday celebration on Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 319 Main St in Belton. The event will include mini sessions, where people can choose to get a chair massage, herbal foot massage, paraffin hand treatment or an infrared sauna mat for $15 each. There will also be tea, treats and raffle for attendees.
Lee’s Summit Made in KC Small Business Saturday
860-U NW Blue Parkway, Lee Summit
8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Made in KC’s Lee’s Summit location is also offering a special deal for Small Business Saturday. For every $50 spent in the store, you will get a free paid or socks. The event will go from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at 860-U NW Blue Pkwy in Lee’s Summit.