Support Local Elk Grove Businesses this Holiday Season

On a daily basis we are inundated with purchasing power and shopping choices: should you buy online, go to a shopping mall, or visit the big box chain retailers? Maybe a quick stop to the farmer’s market, craft fair, or art gallery? Where to go? What to buy?

The world is your oyster and there are options a-plenty in Elk Grove but we’ve also got something even better — tons of local stores, family-owned restaurants, and eclectic goods made right here in the city. Here are 5 reasons why you should consider buying local when it comes time to pull out your wallet.

When you buy local you're contributing to the greater good of the Elk Grove community. Every dollar spent supports the people who live, work and own businesses here and funds city services like animal services, public works and police service programs that enrich the community. By putting money into the local economy jobs are created and maintained which helps business owners, employees, and their families.

So next time you’re at the register buying a boba tea or that new shirt from a local boutique, stop and think about the lasting impact you may be making and the positive ripple effect your purchase will have.

There’s no shortage of fun and funky finds in Elk Grove. Peruse the specialty stores found in Main Street Historic Elk Grove. Discover treasures galore at the local antique and thrift shops. Pick up that special present from a collection of vintage clothing, sweet seasonal treats, vintage decor, handmade goods, boutiques, specialty coffee, food & more at the Americana Vintage Market. Or why not give a one-of-a-kind experience with the Elk Grove Local eGift Card, featuring your favorite restaurants, breweries, wineries, and boutiques. There’s something for everyone in Elk Grove — THAT, we are sure of!

Find handmade art, jewelry, ceramics, sculptures and more throughout the area. Elk Grove has a great selection of art galleries and artisan shops as well as the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center and Annie Peony Art Gallery where you can find those truly unique pieces to add to your collection with accessible prices.

While shopping at those big name stores, you might find exactly what you’re looking for but will you get the down-right neighborly friendliness you’ll find at your local mom and pop shop?

Get to know the people of Elk Grove and stop in a small business. Listen to the stories of how business owners turned their dreams into reality. Enjoy watching the process behind baking that artisanal bread or the metal work that goes into crafting that perfect earring or hearing the tales of that family owned brewery that expands decades. Immersing yourself in the experience while getting to know the locals and the neighborhood is something shopping locally offers that you just can’t quite get anywhere else.

The Elk Grove Local eGift Card is the perfect gift for friends, family, and coworkers. With your favorite retailers, restaurants, craft beverages, and services in one place, the Elk Grove Local eGift Card is great for everyone. Simply select the value of your Elk Grove Local eGift Card. Choose your recipient (family, friends, team members) and send via email or text message. The recipient can use that value to make purchases at participating Elk Grove Local eGift Card merchants.

So while you’re here, eat locally… enjoy locally… shop small… and spend locally! The community appreciates it and we promise you won’t regret it.