Overview
Make plans to join our businesses downtown for the most ridiculous event of the year! The Chamber’s annual Ridiculous Day encourages local Grinnell residents to shop local with Grinnell downtown businesses. Retailer businesses will host special discounts and deals for consumers to take advantage of, while non-retail businesses and non-profit organizations host activities. The event promotes local loyalty to downtown businesses and builds community engagement.
Participating Businesses & Vendors:
Beckman Gallery & Gifts
Brown's Shoe Fit
Channing's Customs & Co.
Community 1st Credit Union: children's train from 8:30-Noon
Loralei's Giftshoppe
Pioneer Bookshop
Stepping Stones Christian Bookstore
Witte's Home Decorating
This page is continually being updated; check back often to see what's new!
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Sponsors benefit with opportunities to build brand recognition among local Grinnell and surrounding communities. Additionally, sponsors gain a strong community presence amongst participating businesses.
Marketing & Communication Statistics for 2025
- Facebook Marketing (5,551 followers):
- Average views: 10790
- Average reach: 5774 accounts
- Instagram Marketing (1,853 followers):
- Average views: 1144
- Average reach: 462 accounts
- General Communications:
- Grinnell Herald-Register mentions: 1
- Community Newsletter mentions: 2
Notice of Photographic & Media Recording: When you attend a Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce event, photo, audio, and video recording may occur. By attending this event, you consent to such recording media and your image and likeness being used in connection with the promotion, advertising, and/or marketing of the Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Grinnell Community. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact the Chamber at 641-236-6555.
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