From The President's Desk—November 2024

Shop Local This Holiday Season

With the holidays approaching, the Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce encourages you to celebrate Small Business Saturday on November 30 by shopping locally. Supporting Santa Fe’s businesses strengthens our community, keeps our unique culture alive, and adds meaning to your holiday shopping.
 
In Santa Fe, where 80% of businesses have fewer than ten employees, shopping locally makes a significant impact. Every $100 spent at local stores keeps $68 circulating within our community. These dollars support city services, schools, and job creation, reinforcing the backbone of our local economy.
 
This holiday season, explore hidden treasures across Santa Fe’s vibrant neighborhoods—from handmade jewelry and artisan textiles to locally crafted foods. Visit the historic Plaza, the galleries on Canyon Road, the Siler-Rufina art district, and the Southside’s local businesses to find unique gifts you won’t see anywhere else.
 
For online shoppers, the Santa Fe Marketplace at SantaFe.ShopWhereILive.com offers a way to shop locally from home, featuring over a hundred businesses and items like New Mexico chile and local art.
 
Local holiday markets also bring festive experiences: visit the ArtWalk, Feria Mercado, and Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival for artisan-made, sustainable gifts. Family-friendly events, like holiday movies at Violet Crown and the indoor Farmers Market, bring community spirit to the season.
 
Whether you’re enjoying a cozy meal at a neighborhood eatery or exploring the festive holiday lights, supporting Santa Fe’s small businesses helps preserve the city’s distinctive charm. Let’s invest in our community by choosing local shops, eateries, and artisans. Celebrate everything that makes Santa Fe unique—its creativity, culture, and community—and make this holiday season meaningful for all.
 
Happy Holidays, Santa Fe!

Bridget Dixson, IOM
President and CEO
Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce