Carmel's central area will host the Shop Small Shop Carmel event on Small Business, November 30. The event encourages shoppers to support local small businesses as they kick off the holiday season. Participating stores will offer special deals and give out swag bags with items from each retailer, according to the City of Carmel.
Shop Carmel invites locals to participate in an interactive shopping experience. To enter, shoppers just need to take a selfie while shopping, tag the business they’re visiting, and use the hashtag #ShopCarmel. By doing so, they’ll be entered into a contest to win a gift basket with items donated by participating businesses. Shops from the Arts & Design District, Carmel City Center, and Midtown are involved, including Art on Main Gallery, Bash Boutique, Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream, and Sun King Brewery, as reported by the City of Carmel.
Carmel's Holiday Trolley offers free transportation for shoppers across the city's key districts. The trolley will make seven stops, allowing easy access to popular areas. It will run on several dates, including November 23, 29, and 30, and various dates in December. This service is part of the Shop Small Shop Carmel initiative, encouraging support for local businesses. For more details on the trolley schedule and participating businesses, visit the City of Carmel's official website.
