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Looking to support Black-owned shops and restaurants in Lehigh Valley, PA? Find local eateries, specialty items, coffee shops, and more with our curated guide, acknowledging success stories and amplifying black voices—which are part of the very fabric of Lehigh Valley. By supporting these businesses when you visit the region, you'll be giving small businesses a boost, scoring some awesome finds, and eating delicious food.

We're highlighting eight black-owned businesses we love. There are many more, of course. This is a condensed list based on recommendations, referrals, and our experience working with businesses across the region.

Lehigh Valley’s Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton are full of creative types and go-getters, it’s no wonder that there are so many awesome and locally-owned shops all over the region.

Did you know THE LINK Trail Network connects you to local businesses that share your passion for the great outdoors and healthy living? Here’s a list of just a few of the locally-owned businesses to support next time you’re exploring THE LINK. 

"We are born Makers. We move what we're learning from our heads through our hearts to our

The spirit of the holiday season spurs us toward generosity. We give gifts. We gather together (if

Small Businesses are the Heart of Lehigh Valley.

We need them, and they need us, too. Our local

On the hunt for some unique decor items for your home? You never know what you will find at local antique shops! From large pieces of furniture, to classic vinyl records, clever storage solutions, and more - Lehigh Valley is home to a number of shops and markets for you to peruse. Spend an afternoon wandering the vendors, you may just walk away with the perfect item that you've been searching for!

Lehigh Valley is home to countless downtowns that are primed for small-business shopping. As you wander local communities, you'll find unique offerings that make the perfect gift for someone on your list.

Now in its 27th year, Christkindlmarkt presented by Univest Financial is a one-of-a-kind family event that brings the spirit of Bethlehem alive with the season. This event was twice recognized as one of the best holiday markets in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure. 

On Christmas Eve 1741, the little town of Bethlehem was given its name by the Moravians who settled there. Later, in 1937, the city’s Chamber of Commerce successfully started a national letter-writing campaign to have Bethlehem designated as Christmas City USA. Honoring the city’s history, Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem was launched in 1993 and has since become a popular holiday destination drawing 1.2 million visitors to the city over the past quarter-century.