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    The 4th Quarter is essential to so many small businesses’ bottom lines, and your support during this time of year ensures that we maintain a thriving small business community right here in our local neighborhood.  Luckily for us, the shops and restaurants of Lincoln Square and Ravenswood give us so many reasons and opportunities to support local all season long!

    Skip the big box and put your money where your home is – right here in your community!

    Check back throughout the holiday season for the latest and greatest ways to support the local economy and save money by shopping small.

     

     

  • PLAID FRIDAY
    Friday, November 28, 2025

    Plaid Friday is a new, fun, and enjoyable alternative to the big box store "Black Friday" consumer frenzy.  Get comfy, wear PLAID, and come out to show your support for our locally owned businesses!


  • SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
    Saturday, November 29, 2025

    Always a BIG day in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood, Small Business Saturday is filled with a ton of holiday magic.  Enjoy Victorian Carolers, Santa Claus, the annual tree lighting, and so much more!


  • LSR CYBER MONDAY
    December 1, 2025

    Many Lincoln Square and Ravenswood businesses developed online shopping sites during the pandemic.  Be sure to check out some of their great online sales and promotions for Cyber Monday this year.


  • GIVING TUESDAY IN LSR
    Tuesday, December 2, 2025

    Giving Tuesday is a global day dedicated to giving back.  Let's come together as a community to celebrate generosity and give back to nonprofits in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood this year.


  • HOLIDAYS EVENTS IN LSR
    Friday, November 29 - Wednesday, December 25

    Starting the Friday after Thanksgiving through Christmas, the businesses really put their best foot forward to bring you events, markets, pop-ups and more for the holidays.

  • SHOP LATE IN LSR
    Thursday, December 5, 12 & 19, 2024

    Shop extended hours at local businesses during SHOP LATE LINCOLN.  During three Thursday evenings in December businesses will have special holiday promotions and deals just for you!


  • RING IN 2025 IN LSR
    Tuesday, December 31 and Wednesday, January 1

    2024 is drawing to a close.
    Ring in the new year with celebrations, special treats, New Year Brunches and more at local establishments.

  • DAMEN AT NIGHT
    Thursday, December 5, 12 & 19, 2024

    Shop extended hours at local businesses during DAMEN AT NIGHT.  Enjoy some great deals, cool in-store popup vendors, holidays refreshments, and more during three Thursday evenings!


  • LSR Community Gift Card

    Help keep local dollars LOCAL with the new LSR Community Card!  Redeemable at participating businesses in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood, the Community Card allows you to give the gift of local this holiday season.

    How it Works.  Select the value of your LSR Community 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 any participating locations!


  • Business Participant Application

    Interested in submitting an application to have your business specials, promotions, and/or events listed in the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Holiday marketing campaigns?  Send us an email at info@lincolnsquare.org.

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