This weekend holds many opportunities to shop till you drop, especially through some local vendors with Small Business Saturday in Philly in 2023.
Germantown Arts District
Germantown Arts District will be celebrating the shopping holiday with an inaugural activation, titled the “Gratefully Germantown Event.” The afternoon (from 1 to 5 p.m.) will “combat the usually hectic Black Friday shopping and create a calming but exciting event for friends and family to enjoy after the holidays.”
As a release states, while guests shop for their hand-crafted goods and enjoy music from the DJs and musicians, the little ones can participate in Thanksgiving-themed activities. And for those hoping to connect with people in their neighborhoods, there will also be two interactive activities to participate in with strangers and friends. More information can be found online.
dtXfy Studio
There’s a way to give the gift of some self-care and show some love for a local business that has set up shop in both Manyaunk and Wayne. This renewal studio boasts a wide variety of services from 6D massage pods to red light therapy, to an infrared sauna and a few others in between. And for Small Business Saturday in Philly, dtXfy will be offering buy one, get one half off gift cards.
And for those looking to indulge outside the holiday, you’re in luck. The studio is also offering a weekend-long celebration for their Manayunk studio’s anniversary with local food and beverage offerings, collaborative wellness pop-ups, giveaways, and more, starting Dec. 1. More info can be found online.
Multiple locations, dtxfyme.com
Manayunk
There’s more than one way to celebrate Small Business Saturday in Philly while you’re in Manayunk. In total there will be over 50 small businesses to find something for everyone on your list as the neighborhood kicks off the holiday season with the event on Nov. 25.
A few highlights include a gift card promotion at Taqueria Amor, 20% products at Sulimay’s On Main, 15% off the store at Urbanburb Furniture, store-wide sale at the City of Paws Pet Care, in-store sales from Philadelphia Runner, and plenty more (a full list can be found online.)
The day will also hold some opportunities to check out some unique pop-ups, like at Lila Philadelphia. While there, the Grinch Who Stole Christmas Pop-Up Event will feature window display and decorations, custom Grinch sugar cookies and gift with purchase, and some refreshments.
The Herbal Zen
Another SBS wellness deal comes from The Herbal Zen. For the shopping holiday on Nov. 25, the storefront is planning to offer an array of wellness products at a discounted rate including 50% off their Morning Citrus Mint 10-packs (originally priced at $25), a $50 Citrus Trio originally priced at $60, and a $50 Holiday Bundle originally priced at $60. And the latter introduces the brand’s curated seasonal blends, Cabin Essence and Winter Walk.
As The Herbal Zen said in a statement: “We believe that Small Business Saturday is more than just a day—it’s an opportunity to support and celebrate the vibrant tapestry of small businesses that contribute to the heartbeat of our communities. By sharing our story and these exclusive deals, we aim to connect with your audience and showcase the essence of shopping local, supporting craftsmanship, and embracing the spirit of the season.”
167 Shurs Lane, theherbalzen.com
Old City
Philadelphians can shop till they drop in Old City this Small Business Saturday in Philly with plenty of local businesses offering specials. The Museum of Illusions for one is offering 20% off all puzzles and games, plus 20% off Museum of Illusions apparel, the Omoi Zakka Shop will be offering special promotions throughout the day, while Philadelphia Independents will be offering free shipping on orders placed online from Black Friday (Nov. 24) to Cyber Monday (Nov. 27.)
And for those who get hungry, some local food retailers will be fueling up shoppers as well this Saturday. Las Bumbiglias will be offering Happy Hour prices on specific drinks and Fringe Bar will be serving up a $13 red or white pie, $6 cheeseburger, $5 fries and $5 beer if you mention Small Business Saturday. Philadelphians can check out more information on the full day of discounts online.
