• “Home for the Holidays” – Essex Board of Trade’s Holiday Stroll

    Essex Village

    Join us for a magical afternoon in downtown Essex filled with festive fun for the whole family on Small Business Saturday!  From pop-ups throughout town, music galore, a tree lighting, and SANTA! Check out the incredible list of participating merchants for Small Business Saturday: Brickside Pizza: Purchase a $50 gift card and receive an additional $10. One day ONLY! Cortland Park: 20% Off All Sweaters CT River Artisans: Stop by from 3pm - 7pm to make your own glass ornament to take home! Many unique gift items will be found here. Looking forward to seeing you! Drift: stay tuned for details! Emmy's on Main: Say "Holiday Stroll" for 10% off your purchase! Grace & Haven: Gift with Purchase Griswold Inn Store: In-Store Raffle, Ticket with Every Purchase! Homeward Collective: stay tuned for details! Hosting Company: 10% Off Retail Items House of the Triple Moon: Tiered Gift with Purchase; Spend $33 or more- crystal and herb infused candle, $66 or more - $10 gift card, $111 or more - hottm tote bag. J. McLaughlin: $100 off when you spend $400! In-Store Raffle, No purchase necessary! Pop-up with Mimosa Floristry - meet Owner Jennifer Gross and see her beautiful displays! JOY Chocolate […]

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  • Girls’ Night Out in Essex!

    Essex Village

    On Wednesday, November 12th at 5pm, Girl's Night Out (GNO) with The-E-List will mark the official launch of the holiday season in Essex, sponsored by Essex Bank and the Essex Board of Trade, The event includes Essex Board of Trade (EBOT) merchants in Essex Village on Main Street and North Main Street, plus DRIFT in Safe Harbor Dauntless Marina. This year, GNO will have 2 check-in locations, from 5:00pm - 6:30pm, where attendees can pick up a sticker and qualify for 20% discount off merchandise: Meet your friends at The Wine Bar at The Griswold Inn for 1/2 price wine! PLUS, The Wine Bar is the perfect spot to unwind after shopping and enjoy dinner with your girlfriends. Reservations are a must: 860.767.1776. If you prefer to start shopping at the top of Main Street, Prive-Swiss Wellness MedSpa, will also be issuing 20%-off stickers between 5pm and 6:30pm. Many thanks to the Essex Garden Club and EBOT who'll be decorating with greenery, lights and ribbon to create a festive streetscape for GNO and the 2025 holiday season. Participants: Bluegill Home Connecticut River Museum Cortland Park Drift Emmy's on Main Essex Art Association, presenting "Double Visions" by Brian McClear & Peter Christ FLOW Essex Goods & Curiosities - The Griswold Inn Store […]

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    Sidewalk Sale!

    Essex Village

    Stroll through the village and shop for seasonal savings from your favorite local businesses, discovering hidden gems along the way. Participating businesses in downtown Essex will be exploding with specials and sales. Don't miss out on the good finds at this annual sidewalk sale event! Participating merchants include: Bluegill Home Centerbrook Cheese Shop Connecticut River Museum Emmy's on Main Essex Art Association Goods & Curiosities - The Griswold Inn Store Grace & Haven Homeward Collective house of the triple moon J Alden Clothiers J McLaughlin JOY Chocolate Co P O R T + W I L L O W | Boutique The RiverLane Toys Ahoy!

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    Sidewalk Sale!

    Essex Village

    Stroll through the village and shop for seasonal savings from your favorite local businesses, discovering hidden gems along the way. Participating businesses in downtown Essex will be exploding with specials and sales. Don't miss out on the good finds at this annual sidewalk sale event! Participating merchants include: Bluegill Home Centerbrook Cheese Shop Connecticut River Museum Emmy's on Main Essex Art Association Goods & Curiosities - The Griswold Inn Store Grace & Haven Homeward Collective house of the triple moon J Alden Clothiers J McLaughlin JOY Chocolate Co P O R T + W I L L O W | Boutique The RiverLane Toys Ahoy!

    Free
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    Sidewalk Sale!

    Essex Village

    Stroll through the village and shop for seasonal savings from your favorite local businesses, discovering hidden gems along the way. Participating businesses in downtown Essex will be exploding with specials and sales. Don't miss out on the good finds at this annual sidewalk sale event! Participating merchants include: Bluegill Home Centerbrook Cheese Shop Connecticut River Museum Emmy's on Main Essex Art Association Goods & Curiosities - The Griswold Inn Store Grace & Haven Homeward Collective house of the triple moon J Alden Clothiers J McLaughlin JOY Chocolate Co P O R T + W I L L O W | Boutique The RiverLane Toys Ahoy!

    Free