⭐ Business Crawl Passport Information

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📅 Monthly Cycle

• Passport valid from the 1st through the last day of each month. Get your passport stamped all month long.
• Completed passports must be turned in by the 10th of the following month
• Winner announced on the 15th

🗳️ How to Enter the Prize Drawing

To qualify, participants must:

• Fill out their name + phone number and/or email
• Have 2/3 of the passport stamped
  (Final Stamped Example: 6/9, 8/12, or 10/15 spaces)
• Turn in the passport on time

🎁 Monthly Prize

Each month, one lucky participant wins a $25 gift certificate, redeemable at one of the participating businesses for that month.

The FIRST full Thursday–Friday–Saturday weekend of each month is our official Business Crawl Weekend.

Important Rule: All three days must fall within the same month.
If the 1st lands on a Friday or Saturday, the crawl moves to the next Thu–Fri–Sat.

During Crawl Weekend, Businesses May Offer:

• Special items
• Themed bundles
• Discounts (example: 15% off + an extra 10% with your passport)
• One‑time stamped coupon deals
  Example: Buy 2 books, get 1 free — weekend only
• Each month will be differernt so please read details carfully.

This is the best time to shop, explore, and enjoy the square.

📍 Passport Pick‑Up Locations

(Where you can get your Passport at the start of each month)

🌿 Neatos Elements

216 East Jackson Street
Virden, IL 62690

🌸 The Wildflower Patch

145 East Jackson Street
Virden, IL 62690

☕ Kailey’s Café

1515 North Springfield Street
Virden, IL 62690

📬 Passport Drop‑Off Locations

(Where to turn in your completed Passport by the 10th of the following month)

🌿 Neatos Elements

216 East Jackson Street
Virden, IL 62690

🌸 The Wildflower Patch

145 East Jackson Street
Virden, IL 62690

☕ Kailey’s Café

1515North Springfield Street
Vi1rden, IL 62690

2026 Schedule:

JULY 2–4 — Red, White & Shop Local

Patriotic specials • Summer bundles • Americana items

AUGUST 6–8 — Back to Mac

School spirit • Teacher gifts • Student deals

SEPTEMBER 3–5 — Harvest & History Crawl

Fall scents • Autumn décor • Early harvest items

OCTOBER 8–11 — Centennial Celebration Weekend

Special 4‑day crawl • Dual‑town events • History walk tie‑ins

NOVEMBER 5–7 — Pre–Black Friday Warm‑Up

Early deals • Gift bundles • Beat‑the‑rush specials

DECEMBER 3–5 — Country Christmas Crawl

Holiday scents • Gift sets • Christmas décor

2027 Schedule:

JANUARY 7–9, 2027 — New Year, New Local

Wellness items • Reset bundles • Winter warmers

FEBRUARY 4–6 — Valentine’s Sweetheart Crawl

Romantic gifts • Self‑care bundles • Chocolate & floral specials

MARCH 4–6 — St. Patrick’s Day Luck‑of‑the‑Crawl

Green‑themed items • Lucky deals • Irish‑inspired treats

APRIL 1–3 — Easter Hop‑Around Crawl

Spring scents • Easter baskets • Pastel décor • Family‑friendly specials

MAY 6–8 — Mother’s Day Market Crawl

Gifts for mom • Floral bundles • Pampering items • Spring sales

JUNE 3–5 — Summer Kickoff Crawl

Warm‑weather items • Outdoor décor • Summer scents • Seasonal bundles

Businesses can choose the level that fits them best. Both options include recognition and promotion.

🟧 Standard Participation — $10 per Month

Perfect for businesses wanting steady visibility.

Includes:

• Business listed on the monthly Passport
• Recognition on social media & promotional materials
• Encouragement for shoppers to visit all month
• Ability to offer specials, discounts, or themed items
• Participation in the First Weekend Crawl

A simple, affordable way to stay involved and grow with this community tradition.

🟨 Spotlight Business of the Month — $25

Only ONE business per month receives this premium feature.

Includes everything in the $10 tier PLUS:

• Spotlight Business of the Month placement
• Featured on social media, flyers, and the Passport
• Your business provides the $25 for the gift certificate
• This becomes the monthly prize
• Prize redeemable only at participating businesses for that month

A powerful visibility boost and a great way to attract new customers.

👉 Business Registration

Businesses can sign up online using the link below:

➡️Register to Join