National Small Business Week

TIER

US - National

REGION

May (Typically)

TIMING

US - National

FREQUENCY

May (Typically)

DuRATION

May (Typically)

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Dates

Confirmed

May 2 – May 8

National Small Business Week – 2026

Washington D.C. (Virtual/In-person Events)

Estimated

May 1 – May 7

National Small Business Week – 2027

Washington D.C. (Virtual/In-person Events)

Estimated

April 29 – May 5

National Small Business Week – 2028

Washington D.C. (Virtual/In-person Events)

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Organized by the U.S. Small Business Administration, National Small Business Week is a nationwide celebration of entrepreneurs, small business owners, and local economies. With events ranging from educational workshops to awards ceremonies, the week highlights the vital role that small businesses play in driving innovation, creating jobs, and sustaining communities.

HIGHLIGHTS

🏆 National Awards & Recognition – The SBA honors standout entrepreneurs and small business champions, spotlighting inspiring stories of resilience, growth, and community impact.

💡 Workshops & Training – Free webinars, in-person seminars, and mentoring sessions provide tools on financing, marketing, digital transformation, and scaling operations.

📈 Policy & Economic Outlook – Government leaders and industry experts share insights on the challenges and opportunities facing small businesses in 2026, from interest rates to supply chains.

🌍 Local Events Across the Country – Chambers of commerce, business incubators, and local governments host programming, making the celebration truly national in scope.

🤝 Networking & Collaboration – Entrepreneurs connect with peers, investors, and support organizations, sparking partnerships that extend beyond the week.

INSIGHTS

Event General Timing

Consistently held for 5 days in the first full week of May. Starts on a Monday. (Same Day of Week)

Venue Selection

Core events held in D.C. (historically) but primarily celebrated digitally.

Application Deadlines

Awards nominations are accepted in the fall/early winter.

Ticket Availability

• Free public access
• Virtual/in-person local events
• No universal ticket availability date

Event Preview Dates

• No traditional Preview Day
• First day is the official start