Main Street Saint Joseph is kicking off this year’s Shop Small initiative with a special giveaway to encourage shopping local and supporting downtown merchants. On Saturday, November 29, beginning at 11:00 a.m., Main Street Saint Joseph will distribute $500 in free Main Street Bucks in front of the Red Holiday Cottage in Coleman Hawkins Park.

The first 50 people in line will each receive a Shop Small canvas bag and two $5 Main Street BUCKS—free money that can be used at participating downtown businesses on November 29 only.

“We’re excited to reward our early shoppers and highlight the incredible businesses that make our downtown unique,” said Christy George, President of Main Street Saint Joseph. “This giveaway is a fun way to spark holiday cheer while encouraging our community to shop small.”

Important Details:

• Must be 18 or older to receive Main Street “Bucks”.
• Bucks are only valid on November 29, 2025, at participating downtown merchants.
• Limited to one set per person.
• No change will be given on purchases below the value of the bucks.

Main Street St. Joseph invites the community to celebrate Small Business Saturday, enjoy holiday activities, and show support for the local businesses that help downtown St. Joseph thrive.

For more information, visit Main Street Saint Joseph’s website or follow us on social media. You can also find a complete list of all the Downtown Holiday Activities on the downtown website www.downtownstjoemo.com

About Main Street Saint Joseph:  Main Street Saint Joseph is a strategic downtown action group modeled after and supported by the nationally-proven Main Street 4-Point Approach to downtown revitalization.

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