The Town of Waxhaw is celebrating July as Independent Retailer Month, recognizing the essential contributions of locally owned independent retailers to Waxhaw’s economy and encouraging residents to shop locally.

The Town of Waxhaw Board of Commissioners issued a proclamation in support of Independent Retailer Month during its June 24 meeting.

“Independently owned retailers give back to our communities in goods, services, time and talent,” Mayor Robert Murray said. “The health of our economy and that of each community depends on support of businesses owned by our friends and neighbors.”

As part of the celebration, Downtown Waxhaw will host a special shopping weekend on July 11-13 with shops staying open late on Friday during the Town of Waxhaw’s “Jammin’ by the Tracks” event at the Community Corner. Visitors can also expect many downtown businesses to have special sales and activities throughout the weekend to encourage local shopping.

“With more than 120 small businesses located in Downtown Waxhaw, this month will showcase what makes our downtown district unique and special,” Waxhaw’s Business Development Director Ashley Nowell said. “Supporting independent, locally owned retailers creates a ripple effect that enhances the local economy, job growth, and our community character. It’s a win-win for businesses and shoppers.”

Independent Retailer Month, or “Indie Retailer Month”, reminds us why local businesses matter: small businesses foster a sense of identity, promote entrepreneurship, and contribute to the economy by creating jobs and keeping money circulating in the community. An average of $0.68 of every dollar spent at a locally owned business is re-invested locally.

Follow Downtown Waxhaw on social media (@downtownwaxhaw) to learn more about how to support local all summer long. 

About Downtown Waxhaw

Downtown Waxhaw, with its small-town charm, is the cultural and economic center of the community. It is the premier destination in Union County to experience genuine craftsmanship, create shared memories, and build economic opportunities.

Waxhaw was designated as a Small Town Main Street Community in 2009 and joined a growing number of North Carolina communities focused on downtown revitalization. In 2015, Waxhaw graduated to the full Main Street Program designation and received national accreditation from the National Main Street Center in 2023. In December 2022, Waxhaw incorporated a nonprofit organization, Downtown Waxhaw Association, to assist in managing the main street program and preserving and promoting Downtown Waxhaw. As a Main Street Community, the Town of Waxhaw and the Downtown Waxhaw Association, Inc. works to implement preservation-based economic development through the Main Street Approach™.