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Observances

Learn more about SBA events and celebrations throughout the year.

Celebrating 70 years of service to America’s small businesses

SBA was founded under the 1953 Small Business Act to “aid, counsel, assist and protect, insofar as is possible, the interests of small business concerns.”

National Small Business Week

Celebrate America’s small businesses during NSBW 2026, May 3- 9.

National Veterans Small Business Week

NVSBW is November 3-7, 2025.

Small Business Saturday

Observed every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday is a day to support small businesses. It also celebrates all they do for their communities.

Season of Small Business

America’s small businesses power our economy. This holiday season, shop at local businesses to support the job creators in your community.