Ridiculous Day 2026 — Grinnell

Overview

Join our businesses downtown for the most ridiculous event of the year! The Chamber’s annual Ridiculous Day, sponsored by Hotel Grinnell, encourages local Grinnell residents to shop locally 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.

Participating Businesses & Vendors: 

• AnnaKayte's Boutique*
• Beckman Gallery & Gifts*
• Brown's Shoe Fit*
• Channing’s Customs & Co.*
• Community 1st Credit Union*: children’s mini train station from 8:30 AM-12 PM*
• Cory Hall Photography*
• Grin City Bakery*
• Grinnell Farm to Table*
• Loralei’s Giftshoppe*
• New Beginnings Rescue**
• Pioneer Bookshop*
• Prairie Thrift*
• Stepping Stones Christian Bookstore*
• Terry Scrollsaw Art**
• The Bread Board**
• The Little Local*
• The Vinyl Stop**
• Witte's Home Decorating

*Denotes Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce Member

**Vendors joining for the day, will be located on Main Street. Businesses interested in registering can do so with the registration link found in this event listing.

Address & Contact

For more information, contact:

• Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce