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November 20, 2025
Small Business Saturday is observed on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, which falls on November 29, 2025. Since its inception in 2010, the Small Business Administration estimates that U.S. spending at small businesses on Small Business Saturday is approximately $201 billion. The day acknowledges this significant impact and encourages continued support for these small businesses, which are the backbone of the American economy.
Here in Burlington, numerous small businesses could use your support as we kick off the holiday shopping season. Let’s explore some ways you could show your support this Shop Small Saturday through shopping, dining, online reviews, and gift card buying.
How You Can Support Shop Small Burlington
Regardless of your shopping budget, there are still some critical ways you can help support the small businesses in Burlington.
Explore Bring Me To Burlington Business Listings
The Bring Me To Burlington website features a thorough directory of businesses across various sectors, including retail, technology, hospitality, and dining. For your holiday gift needs, explore the diverse small businesses in Burlington or delve into our Burlington Business Spotlight blogs to discover new companies.
Visit several shopping areas in Burlington to explore local businesses, including popular anchor stores and small businesses that would appreciate your patronage. Head to the Burlington Mall for a wide selection of holiday gifts, including clothing, jewelry, sneakers, shoes, and much more. Across the parking lot, you will find The Village at Burlington Mall shopping area, where you can explore health and beauty stores as well as businesses that can keep you up-to-date on the latest technology.
Stroll along a charming shopping area at 3rd Ave in Burlington, where you can enjoy casual and fine dining, home furnishings, entertainment and more. Experience the vibrant atmosphere with an urban shopping feel.
Taste Burlington’s Globally-Inspired Cuisine
Burlington offers a diverse range of internationally and locally inspired cuisine. By dining at any of our local restaurants, dining establishments, bakeries, and coffee shops, you are supporting our local economy. Explore our list of dining establishments or our recent blog “Foodies Tour of Burlington.”
Leave a Review Online
If your budget is limited, but you would still like to support the Burlington businesses you have patronized in the past, consider leaving a positive review or comment on any of the online review sites or Google Reviews. This small act can help boost a business’s online presence and improve its online visibility.
Buy a Gift Card
Gift cards support small businesses by providing immediate cash flow, securing future revenue, and expanding their customer base through gift recipients. This also generates word-of-mouth marketing, turning recipients into loyal customers and increasing store visits, especially when promoted at the register.
Explore all of the business listings and local businesses on our Bring Me To Burlington site. Shopping, dining, and leaving online reviews are ideal ways to help support our local economy.