Illinois Local — Supporting Independent Businesses Across Illinois
A statewide network that connects, promotes, and strengthens independent businesses so communities and local economies thrive.
Find Local Independent Businesses Across Illinois
Search Illinois Local’s directory to discover independent businesses by city, category, or service. Our directory lists local restaurants, makers, retailers, and service providers with short profiles, contact links, and directions — perfect for customers, partners, and press.
Upcoming events
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Small Business Skill Share
09.22 9:00AM-11:45AM
Join us in partnership with the Illinois SBDC for Central Illinois and Innovate Springfield from 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. This promises to be a fantastic morning of learning, networking, and sharing practical strategies to support and strengthen local businesses.
FREE - Registration required.
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Illinois Local Small Business Saturday Holiday Market 2026
11.28 9:00AM-4:00PM
Join Illinois Local, an official American Express Neighborhood Champion, for the 6th annual Holiday Market. Support local independent businesses and causes from across the state, and shop small.
Jamie Patarozzi, owner True Colors Floral
Through networking we have planned events that have benefited our business and created new friendships with likeminded entrepreneurs throughout Illinois!
Chad Fowler, Owner Sangamon Tree Service
Illinois Local is far more than another networking group.
