Holiday

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For retailers, few days matter more than Super Saturday, also known as Panic Saturday. It’s the final Saturday before Christmas and one of the...

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"I truly enjoyed the beautiful boat ride to see the holiday lights — it was such a magical and peaceful experience." Feedback from one of the guests...

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A reflection on Jenny Crittenden's natural shopping behavior during the holiday kickoff weekend—Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday,...

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Discover Hampton Roads’ Ultimate Local Holiday Shopping Guide! This curated guide features dozens of local retailers offering unique gifts, festive...

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DIY Holiday Marketing Campaigns - Cross-Promotion & District Momentum. Practical strategies to boost holiday engagement through collaboration and...

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The 2024 Retail Pulse Survey, conducted with retailers, restaurants, and retail services across Hampton Roads, offers a comprehensive view of the...

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NATIONAL HOLIDAY SALES During the 2023 holiday season, core retail sales in the United States grew by 3.8% compared to 2022, reaching a record...

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Happy Holidays! Our amazing local businesses have provided us with products that they think would make great gifts this holiday season–...

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October is here and soon enough it will be the holiday season! Small business owners should have already thought about how to prepare for this...

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Happy Father’s Day! According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), consumer spending for Father’s Day this year is expected to...

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