The most wonderful time of the year (for shopping) is here – and there’s no better way to celebrate than by supporting the small businesses that make Los Angeles so unique. Small Business Saturday shines a spotlight on the city’s independent makers, family-run shops, and neighborhood staples.
Held the Saturday after Thanksgiving, it inspires Angelenos to “shop small,” keeping dollars circulating close to home and strengthening the backbone of L.A.’s economy. Los Angeles County is all in, too, championing its Shop Local LA County campaign, which highlights local, often immigrant-owned businesses and offers incentives to make shopping small even easier.
Explore these standout L.A. shops that are just perfect for checking off everyone on your holiday list:
Kids of Immigrants X LDU Small Business Saturday
This Saturday, Nov. 29, Life Development University is turning into a community marketplace featuring favorite local brands and creatives, the people who keep L.A.’s culture thriving. Expect inspiring conversations on cooperative economics, surprise drops, customizations, DJs, complimentary bites, coffee, drinks, and all the good vibes.
When: November 29, 2025 from 12pm – 6pm
Where: Life Development University (4241 Crenshaw Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90008)
Wonderful Women-Owned Businesses
These women-owned food businesses in L.A. are the perfect place to grab a little treat while you’re out shopping. You need to keep up your strength while you shop ’til you drop!
Fantastic Black-Owned Businesses
From delicious coffee to stunning flowers, support these Black-owned businesses in our local L.A. community this holiday season.
Best Bookstores
Everyone knows a book is the perfect present for everyone on your holiday gift list. Skip ordering online, and head to one of these cozy, local bookshops this month.
Quirky, Creative, and Original Gift Stores
These unique stores are the perfect places to browse when you’re not quite sure what to buy for your buddies this year. You’ll find things you didn’t even know existed at these cool local spots.
Cool Thrift Shops
From affordable items to luxury brands and unique outfits from movie sets, these thrift stores will check off every item on Santa’s long list.
Festive Holiday Markets
These holiday and Christmas markets in Los Angeles have something for everyone. And they add the perfect touch of holiday magic to your shopping trip!
Grab a Gift Card
Give experiences, not things this holiday season! Fever gift cards and Candlelight gift cards are now on sale and make the perfect gift to share with loved ones.
Best Spots for Shopping in L.A.
If you still can’t find the gifts you’re seeking after all that shopping, head to a local shopping mall or one of these great holiday shopping destinations.