2012 Plaid Friday: Indie Holiday Shopping | Oakland

Plaid Friday on November 23, 2012 is the fun and enjoyable indie alternative to the big box store “Black Friday,” and is designed to promote both local and independently owned businesses during the holidays.

Look for the special plaid placards at your local shops throughout Oakland to enjoy free tastings, food samples, store discounts, live music and more.

Check out lists of participating Oakland businesses for 2012:

• Oakland in the Black celebrates with a street festival and discounts
• Oakland Grown lists businesses by neighborhood
• Oaklandish lists businesses in the Downtown Oakland area

Links: Event details

Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Black Friday 2012, East Bay, Eating & Drinking, Shopping & Fashion Submitted by Rena Ragimova