Support Local Business: Carroll County Shop Small, Win Big Contest Shoppers Could Win $250 Now Through December 24th
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Carroll County - MarylandWestminster, MD, Friday, November 13, 2026 – Carroll County Economic Development (CCED) is pleased to partner with the Carroll County Downtowns organization to promote Shop Small, Win Big, a contest encouraging shoppers to support local businesses during the holiday season in Carroll County's eight municipalities. Carroll County’s eight downtown communities include Hampstead, Manchester, Mount Airy, New Windsor, Sykesville, Taneytown, Union Bridge, and Westminster. The promotion is active now through December 24, 2026.
The contest is designed to encourage more customers to patronize Carroll County Main Streets and downtown shopping districts, with the goal of increased traffic and sales for local establishments. Many shops and service locations, such as salons, automotive repair, and more, are part of the contest, including those not necessarily on Main Street. When shoppers spend $35 or more on a single transaction at a qualifying business, they can enter for a chance to win $250. Eight shoppers, one in each municipality, will win $250 each. The businesses associated with the winning purchases will each receive $100. Businesses may win multiple times; shoppers may win once. A drawing will be held in January 2027.
How to Participate:
Spend $35 or more at a qualifying downtown small business between November 1 and December 24, 2026.
Complete the online entry form with your name, contact info, store name, amount spent, town, and upload a photo of your receipt.
Submit! You can enter as many times as you like, in as many towns as you like, with separate receipts.
"We deeply value our vibrant Main Streets and their role in driving our community's economic strength," said Denise Beaver, Director of Economic Development. “Downtowns are our community’s heartbeat, and I encourage all residents and visitors to support small and locally owned businesses during this holiday season.”
To learn more about the Carroll County Shop Small, Win Big Contest, including eligibility requirements and official rules, visit the dedicated website: https://www.westminstermd.gov/571/Shop-Small-Win-Big-Contest.
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