CALVERT COUNTY, Md. — Small Business Saturday is a shopping event that follows Black Friday and encourages people to spend their shopping dollars at local businesses. Keeping money in local economies is proven to be good for communities, and the event serves as a reminder to support businesses of all sizes during the busy holiday shopping season. This year, Small Business Saturday falls on Nov. 29.
In Calvert County, where small businesses make up the heart of the local economy, Small Business Saturday is an opportunity for residents to show their support to the businesses we champion all year. For many shops, large and small, the holidays are a vital time, and these stores rely on their communities to keep going.
With all that in mind, here are some Small Business Saturday events and markets taking place in Calvert County this weekend that you can check out:
6th Annual Holiday Market at Cardinal Creek
This market starts at 9 a.m. on Nov. 29 at Cardinal Creek Plant Farm, 5180 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick. The market will be held inside three of the greenhouses and will have more than 35 vendors in attendance.
Holiday Shopping at Mt. Olive United Methodist Church
Get your holiday shopping done at this local church market, featuring small business owners and local vendors. The market runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 29 and is located at 10 Fairground Road in Prince Frederick.
Small Business Saturday Market at The Shops & The Barn at Parkers Creek
Head over to this indoor market at 2990N Parkers Creek Road in Port Republic from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 29 and support your favorite local businesses. Shop from more than 25 vendors offering handmade crafts, home décor, clothing and accessories, jewelry, art, candles, skincare and self-care items, books, baked goods and more. There will be a food truck onsite, as well as hot cocoa and warm cider.
Vendor Event at St. John Vianney
Start your holiday shopping by supporting local businesses, and find an array of unique gift ideas for any person on your list. The market will also have food trucks, pictures with Santa and more. This market takes place on Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 165 Vianney Lane in Prince Frederick. Vendor fees for this event go toward Project ECHO.
Small Business Saturday Shopping at Annmarie Garden
For Small Business Saturday, Annmarie Garden’s Main Gallery is transformed into a holiday shopping destination featuring handmade ornaments, toys, books, jewelry, home décor, original artwork and more. Each shopper will receive a complimentary Artsfest ’25 shopping bag while supplies last. The event includes the Ornament Show and Sale, Holiday Gift Shop and Sale, and the Annmarie Gift Shop. The event is on Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 13470 Dowell Road, Solomons.
CalvART Gallery’s Artist Market
On Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., you can discover unique, handcrafted pieces from member artists. You’ll find paintings, jewelry, prints and more. This is the perfect place to find a creative, one-of-a-kind gift. You can support local artists, enjoy a festive atmosphere and get a head start on your holiday shopping while making an impact on the local artist community. The market is located at 110 Solomons Island Road N in Prince Frederick.
Let us know your plans for Small Business Saturday, or how you support local businesses year-round.
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