Small Business Saturday

Date and Time

Saturday, Nov 28, 2026 11am - 4pm

Details

Celebrate Small Business Saturday in Carlsbad Village! Join the Carlsbad Village Association (CVA) for a day of shopping, dining, giveaways, and activities celebrating the locally owned businesses that make our downtown so special.

Spend the day exploring unique boutiques, discovering local favorites, enjoying a meal at one of the Village’s many restaurants, and getting a head start on your holiday shopping. CVA has also planned some fun activities to make the occasion even more memorable!

Here’s what you can look forward to:

Holiday Gift Card Giveaways: Enter for a chance to win gift cards from local restaurants and retailers. No purchase necessary.
Village Scavenger Hunt: Explore participating businesses throughout downtown for a chance to enter the Grand Prize drawing.
Pint Glass Treasure Hunt: Enjoy another fun way to explore the Village.
Free Tote Bags: Pick up one of 150 complimentary canvas tote bags or recycled bags courtesy of the City of Carlsbad, while supplies last.
Live Music: Enjoy live music while shopping and exploring downtown.

Where to Start

Visit the CVA booth at the northeast corner of State Street and Grand Avenue, outside First Team Real Estate (500 Grand Avenue), between 11 AM and 4 PM to check in and learn about the day’s activities.

While the special festivities take place from 11 AM to 4 PM, we encourage you to make an entire day of it! Shop, dine, and explore Carlsbad Village while supporting the small businesses that help our community thrive.

We look forward to celebrating Small Business Saturday with you!