Batavia Boardwalk Shops returns May 9 for sixth season of diverse, locally made goods

Posted April 17, 2025 5:01 pm

By Kristen Desler, Batavia MainStreet

This season's Batavia Boardwalk Shops kicks off May 9 with 10 diverse local shops offering handcrafted home decor, sweets, women’s boutique items, pet products, and specialty goods. Courtesy of April Duda Photography

The highly anticipated 2025 season of the Batavia Boardwalk Shops kicks off on Friday, May 9, marking the sixth season of this beloved program.

This shopping experience brings together 10 diverse retail shops in one location, offering everything from globally inspired goods to handcrafted home decor.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Batavia, these charming micro-shops are a hub of creativity, culture, and community. Visitors can explore a unique mix of vendors offering high-quality, handcrafted, and specialty products while supporting local entrepreneurs.

Shoppers check out the attire at the 90s Vintage Shop during a previous Batavia Boardwalk Shops season. Courtesy of April Duda Photography

This year’s lineup includes:

• A Rooted Home — Thoughtfully curated home goods designed to create a space that feels both grounded and inspired.

• AHA Kapeh Traditional Bread — A celebration of cultural diversity through baking, featuring Mexican conchas, Japanese dorayakis, and decadent German Black Forest cakes.

• Girón Guatemalan Apparel + Home — A fusion of Chicago-made apparel and Guatemalan-inspired home decor.

• Jaclyn Sue Boutique — A trendy women’s boutique offering carefully selected styles for every season.

• Jodi Mac Sweets & Treats — A sweet lover’s paradise with freeze-dried candy, chocolate-covered treats, and cotton candy delights.

• Kumba’s African Market — Experience exquisite flavors and rich heritage with authentic African and Caribbean clothing, home decor, and food.

• Pet Wants — Premium pet food, all-natural treats, chews, and supplements for your furry friends.

• Scout + Gem — Jewelry and home décor with a stylish edge — unique, bold, and carefully curated.

• Stitched by Stephanie — Handmade crochet creations that bring joy and connection through artistry.

• Tabletop Game Shop — A haven for gamers, offering board games, card games, miniatures, and accessories for all levels of play.

The annual Batavia Boardwalk Shops opens May 9, featuring 10 local vendors selling handmade goods, treats, apparel, and more in downtown Batavia. Courtesy of April Duda Photography

Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind gifts, delicious treats, or just a fun way to support local businesses, the Batavia Boardwalk Shops are the place to be this season.

After visiting the Boardwalk, we invite shoppers to explore downtown Batavia for even more retail and restaurant experiences. Make it a day out downtown!

The shops are open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays.

Follow @bataviaboardwalkshops on Facebook and Instagram for updates, special events, and exclusive promotions throughout the season.

For more information, visit qrco.de/beofIk.

Thank you to presenting sponsor Gerald Subaru of North Aurora.

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