Big-box stores sell stuff. Small shops sell stories. This year, Small Business Saturday in St. Pete lands on Saturday, November 28, right between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and it's the perfect excuse to skip the mall crowds and spend the day on Central Avenue. At The Lucky Duck Shop, that means a store packed wall to wall with rubber ducks for every personality, hobby and fandom, plus a team that genuinely loves helping you find the right one.
Whether you're a lifelong St. Pete local, in town for the holiday weekend or shopping from across the country, here's why Lucky Duck belongs on your Shop Small list, how to be the first to hear about our Small Business Saturday surprise and how to make the most of the day.
What Is Small Business Saturday?
Small Business Saturday happens every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. American Express started it in 2010, and the U.S. Small Business Administration has cosponsored it since 2011 as a day to celebrate independent businesses and everything they give back to their communities. It's also the unofficial kickoff of holiday shopping for anyone who'd rather buy gifts with a little more heart.
Why Shop Small in St. Pete?
- You support real people: Every purchase at an independent shop goes to local owners and the people who work there, not a faraway headquarters.
- You keep St. Pete colorful: Independent shops are a big part of what gives neighborhoods like the Grand Central District their personality.
- You find gifts nobody else has: Small shops curate. You'll find things here that the big chains simply don't carry.
- You get real, personal help: Ask a question and you get an answer from someone who knows the collection inside and out.
Why Lucky Duck Shop Is a Must-Stop St. Pete Gift Shop
If you're shopping small this year, put Lucky Duck at the top of your list. Here's what makes it a local favorite and an easy first stop on Small Business Saturday.
A collection like nothing else
From celebrity and pop culture ducks to Jeep ducks for ducking on the road, holiday ducks, pirates, minis and so much more, the shelves are full of surprises. It's the kind of shop where you walk in for one duck and leave with a story (and, let's be honest, a few more ducks).
A head start on holiday shopping
Small Business Saturday kicks off gift season, and a rubber duck is one of the easiest gifts to get right: fun, personal and impossible to forget. Need ideas? Our rubber duck gift guide has ideas for everyone on your list.
A shop where everyone belongs
Lucky Duck is a happy, welcoming place for everyone: every age, every background, every kind of duck lover. Bring your family, your chosen family, your friends or your date, and come quack around.
A true St. Pete original
Since opening on Central Avenue in 2024, The Lucky Duck Shop has become a colorful little piece of the Grand Central District. Stopping in is a fun slice of what makes St. Pete special: creative, playful and full of personality.
A Small Business Saturday Surprise: Follow Us for the Reveal
We've got something special planned for Saturday, November 28, as part of a full weekend of deals running from Black Friday through Cyber Monday. We're keeping the details under wraps until closer to the day, and our social media followers will be the first to know.
- Follow us on social media: Catch the reveal, plus new arrivals and shop updates, on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Threads.
- Join our email list: Sign up for the Lucky Duck Shop newsletter to get the deal announcement straight to your inbox.
- Turn on notifications: Set notifications for our page so the announcement doesn't get buried in your feed.
- Tag your shopping crew: Planning a Shop Small day with friends? Tag them on our posts so everyone's in the loop.
Plan Your Small Business Saturday in St. Pete
- Visit us on Central Avenue: Find us at 2626 Central Ave, Unit A, in the Grand Central District. Browse the full collection in person and ask our team for recommendations. We'll be open our regular hours that day.
- Make a day of it: Central Avenue is lined with independent shops and cafes. Start with ducks, then keep shopping small all afternoon.
- Bring the whole crew: Lucky Duck is a fun stop for all ages and an easy way to spend the holiday weekend together.
- Can't make it in person? Shop online with nationwide U.S. shipping. Ordering from a local independent shop still counts as shopping small.
- Shopping for a collector? Our guide to where to buy collectible rubber ducks online is a great place to start.
Small Business Saturday FAQs
When is Small Business Saturday 2026?
Small Business Saturday 2026 is Saturday, November 28. It always falls on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, between Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Does Lucky Duck Shop have a Small Business Saturday deal?
Yes, and we're keeping it a surprise for now! The details will be announced on our social media closer to November 28, so follow The Lucky Duck Shop on Facebook to be the first to see it. We're also running deals all weekend long, from Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
Where is Lucky Duck Shop in St. Pete?
The Lucky Duck Shop is at 2626 Central Ave, Unit A, St. Petersburg, FL 33712, in the Grand Central District. The shop is open its regular hours on Small Business Saturday. Call 727-258-7355 with any questions before you visit.
Can I shop Lucky Duck Shop online for Small Business Saturday?
Yes. You can shop the full collection online with nationwide U.S. shipping. Buying from an independent local shop online still supports small business, wherever you are.
Shop Small With Lucky Duck This Saturday
This Small Business Saturday, spend the day on Central Avenue and support the independent shops that make St. Pete special. Follow The Lucky Duck Shop on Facebook so you're first to hear our Small Business Saturday surprise, then come see us in the Grand Central District or shop the full collection online. Everyone is welcome in our flock. Questions? Contact The Lucky Duck Shop or call 727-258-7355.
The Lucky Duck Shop · 2626 Central Ave, Unit A, St. Petersburg, FL 33712 · 727-258-7355
