Shop Local. Eat Local. Play Local.

Shop, Eat, Play Local. Denver Economic Development & Opportunity

Denver Economic Development and Opportunity, Visit Denver and Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce are joining together to encourage the support of small locally-owned businesses this holiday season and all year-round. When you shop local you are investing in jobs, supporting neighborhood businesses and keeping money circulating here in Denver. Local shopping strengthens our economy. Show your support and explore ways to shop, eat or play local.

Why Support Local:

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$0.76

of every dollar spent in

Denver stays in Denver
(Metro Denver EDC)

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86%

of businesses in Denver
are small businesses
(Metro Denver EDC, 2024)

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64%

of retail and service small

businesses are locally owned

(Metro Denver EDC, 2024)

Start Here To
Shop, Eat, And Play Local.

This holiday season, spread cheer by supporting Denver’s local businesses and making a meaningful impact in our neighborhoods. Use the resources below to find places to shop, eat, and have fun while keeping your holiday spending in the community.

Please note: this is not an exhaustive list. If you have additional resources or small business guides to include, please contact dedomarketing@denvergov.org and we will add as many we can.

Shop Local

Discover local holiday markets, small business guides, and resources to help you discover and support local businesses.

Holiday Markets & Events
Find festive markets and events to shop local and celebrate the season.

Denver Legacy Businesses
Support longstanding small businesses who have made a lasting impact on our neighborhoods and culture. Legacy Businesses have operated for 10+ years.

Legacy Business Registry & Checklist

Sustainability
Support local, reuse-friendly businesses in Denver that repair, rent or sell used items - and explore those recognized as Certifiably Green Denver for their commitment to sustainable practices.

Local Business Directories
Explore small businesses near you by neighborhood or district.

We Back The Fax
Show your support for small businesses on East Colfax impacted by BRT construction. East Colfax offers so many ways to eat, drink, shop and play before, during and after construction. When you support an East Colfax business, you can even share a photo and tag @WeBackTheFax for a chance to win $50 in Colfax Cash!

The Fax Pass

Eat Local

From local small business guides to discovering Denver Legacy Business restaurants, use these resources to find local dining options throughout Denver.

Denver Food & Drinks
Check out curated guides for great places to eat, drink, and explore.

Denver Legacy Businesses
Support longstanding small businesses who have made a lasting impact on our neighborhoods and culture. Legacy Businesses have operated for 10+ years.