Holidays - Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, IL

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!

ARTISTS SUNDAY
Sunday, November 30

This nationwide movement encourages shoppers to invest in original, handcrafted gifts and artwork created by local artists and artisans. Luckily, our neighborhood is rich in artists, so we're happy to celebrate them today!
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 local nonprofits this year.
SHOP LATE IN LSR
Thursday, December 11 & 18, 2024

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

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.
THE GREAT BAKE WALK: HOLIDAY EDITION
Thursday, December 4

Explore our vibrant neighborhood while sampling delicious holiday-themed baked goods from a variety of local bakeries.
SHOP LATE RAVENSWOOD
Thursday, December 11 & 18, 2025

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

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.

RING IN 2026 IN LSR
Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1

2025 is drawing to a close.
Ring in the new year with celebrations, special treats, New Year Brunches and more at local establishments.

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!
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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.