Midnight Madness Survival Guide: What You Need to Know About Tonight

Forget Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. The biggest holiday shopping day--er, night--for Frankfort is Midnight Madness. 

OK, I'm speaking metaphorically here. But many villages businesses, especially those downtown, look at this annual shopping event as a major revenue stream, and many have high hopes for Friday's affair. In fact, the local retailers I've spoken to this past week have said they hope Midnight Madness continues the trend of robust holiday sales that started with .

But what do Midnight Madness shoppers need to know to make the most of the night? I've put together all the information you should have before heading out this evening.

READ: Patch's Guide to the Holiday Season in Frankfort

Midnight Madness 

When: 6 to midnight Friday, Dec. 16
Where: Various local shops throughout Frankfort 
Who's participating? .
What can I find? Here are two gift guides, featuring merchandise that will be ons sale at some Frankfort shops:

Will you be out shopping during Midnight Madness? What shops are you eager to visit? Tell us in the comments section.