The Surat Shopping Fest is a citywide offline shopping celebration where registered merchants can showcase their products, offers, and store experiences to attract more customers.

We are inviting 44 different segments of business, from retailers to service providers kindly go through the segment part of the website where you can find your segment.

No. The Fest portal is purely for showcasing your products, offers, and store information. All sales happen directly at your physical store.

Fill out the online registration form on the official website and submit the required details along with the participation fee, according to the service you required from the organiser.

  • Increased footfall to your store
  • Citywide marketing through Fest campaigns (print, digital, outdoor, PR)
  • Participation in performance-based awards (Best Seller, Best Decor, Customer reviews, etc.)
  • Opportunity to connect with new customers who prefer offline shopping

Offering an exclusive discount to SSF registered buyers gives you multiple benefits:
    • Higher Footfalls – Buyers will prefer visiting stores that offer special Fest discounts.
    • Customer Loyalty – Buyers feel privileged when they get an extra benefit, increasing the chance of repeat visits and gives you mouth publicity.
    • Competitive Edge – With many merchants participating, Add-On Discounts make your offers stand out.
    • Award Eligibility – Special discounts linked with your registration will be considered during performance-based awards (Best Service, Highest Selling, etc.).
Giving Add-On Discounts is mandatory and highly recommended to maximize your returns from the Fest.

No. Merchants are solely responsible for the quality, warranty, and service of their products.

Yes. Sellers are eligible for various performance-based awards, linked to the offers committed during registration and their Fest performance, including:

  • Best Decor – For the most creative and attractive Fest-themed store decoration

  • Best Service – Based on verified customer reviews during the Fest

  • Highest Selling – Recognising top sales performance segment-wise and zone-wise

  • Best Merchandise – Deliver to consumers on their purchase

You can login to your  Merchant Profile Page on the Fest website and upload your daily/ Weekly sales data with supportive ledger documents.

Anyone in Surat residents, visitors, corporate employees, students, families, tourists who enjoys offline shopping, dining, entertainment, and exploring the city’s markets can register and participate.

Yes. Registration helps you get access to exclusive offers, lucky draws(If any announced), and Fest updates.

Yes. A small registration fee applies, depending on the facilities and benefits you choose at the time of registration, for the buyers and presently special offer of 25% discount to women entrepreneur under early bird offer

No. You can browse merchant details and offers online, but all purchases are offline — directly from the store.

• Digital Certificate
• Able to get more choice and offers.
• Can able to check exclusive offers across Surat through portal and able make choice for purchase.
• Exclusive offers for SSF registered buyers from merchants

 

Log in to your Buyer Profile Page on the Fest website and upload your purchase invoices to qualify for awards and lucky draws.

No there is no award category of buyers but they can able to receive merchandise if shopkeeper gives against review according to their choice

• Boosts sales and visibility for all participating member businesses
• Provides citywide publicity through Fest promotions at no extra cost
• Enhances networking among members
• Opportunities for association-level rewards for active participation

• Strengthens your image as a leader in Surat’s economic and cultural growth
• Increases goodwill among members of association
• Helps attract new members who want to benefit from such initiatives

Yes. Associations can win recognition for Best Members Participation and Community Engagement, based on the performance of their members in the Fest. Need to promote and motivate members through their WhatsApp Group and social page to participate in this fest.

• Members get access to exclusive offers and prizes
• Encourages local business support and strengthens community bonds
• Promotes Surat’s cultural and heritage markets

• Enhances pride in Surat’s local economy
• Offers unique shopping & selling experiences for members
• Recognizes communities that show outstanding engagement with the Fest

Yes. Social communities can receive recognition for Best Fest Engagement, celebrating their role in promoting offline shopping, through their WhatsApp Group and social page to participate in this fest.