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Pink Weekend Is Coming Local Businesses, We Want to Feature YOU!

Calling all local small Boutiques shops, service providers, wellness businesses

October 1, 2026

This November, Macaroni KID is celebrating Pink Friday + Pink Weekend by putting the spotlight where it belongs: on our amazing local businesses.

Pink Friday is a movement that encourages shoppers to shop small and shop local before shopping big during the holiday season. Held just before Black Friday, it’s a reminder that every purchase made at a locally owned business helps support a real person, a real family, and the community we call home.

And this year, we’re extending the celebration through the weekend!

💕 Introducing Our Pink Friday + Pink Weekend Local Shopping Guide

Macaroni KID is creating a special Pink Friday + Pink Weekend Guide featuring local businesses our families can shop, visit, support, and discover this holiday season.

Whether you own a boutique, restaurant, salon, spa, bakery, fitness studio, children’s business, professional service, gift shop, creative business, or another local favorite, we want to hear from you!

🛍️ Local Businesses: Get Featured!

Participating businesses can be highlighted in our Pink Friday + Pink Weekend coverage and share what makes their business special.

This is the perfect opportunity to showcase:

  • Your business and what you offer
  • Pink Friday or holiday weekend specials
  • Exclusive promotions or discounts
  • Gift ideas
  • Holiday products or services
  • Gift cards and experiences
  • Upcoming holiday events
  • Something special you want local families to know about

💗 Why Pink Friday Matters

When families choose to shop locally, the impact goes far beyond a single purchase.

You're supporting neighbors, entrepreneurs, local jobs, and the people who continually give back to our community.

Our goal is simple: make it easier for local families to discover local businesses and intentionally support them this holiday season.

🎀 Want Your Business Featured?

We are currently accepting businesses for our Pink Friday + Pink Weekend Local Shopping Guide.

If you own a local business—or know one that deserves some extra love this holiday season—we want to know about it!

📩 Business owners: Reach out to Macaroni KID Westchester/Putnam to learn how to be included. RachelS@macaroniKid.com

💗 Readers: Tag or send this article to your favorite local businesses so they don't miss the opportunity!

Space may be limited, so businesses are encouraged to reach out early.

SHOP LOCAL. SUPPORT LOCAL. CELEBRATE LOCAL. 💗

This Pink Friday and Pink Weekend, let's discover some new favorites, revisit the businesses we already love, and show our local small-business community just how much support is right here at home.

Are you a local business that wants to be featured? Contact us today to be part of our Pink Friday + Pink Weekend celebration!