RIFF Merced

05/04/2026

The Mercado is back! Come on down to Bob Hart Square this Thursday nite, May 7th from 6pm-9pm. Have some fun and make some memories! 😎

🎉 Come celebrate the FIRST Mercado of the season! 🎉

Enjoy live music from Spark Of Life 🎶 and great vibes with Frankie DjTech Montgomery on the turntables 🎧

✨ Stroll through amazing local vendors
🍴 Grab some delicious food
🍰 Treat yourself to tasty desserts

Bring your friends and family—let’s kick off the season together! 💃🛍️

04/10/2026

Merced Mercado Night Market Dates Blocked Under City Ordinance —>

Merced's Mercado Night Market dates are in limbo due to a city street-closure ordinance that never stopped the event in the past.

04/09/2026

"Small Bets: What the Merced Mercado Can Teach Us About Building a Stronger City" (an article from re:Building Merced) —>

A popular downtown tradition is in limbo. Here’s what the fix should look like — and why getting it right matters more than most people realize.

01/27/2026

Good day, citizens of Merced! RIFF is happy to share a Public Service Announcement coming at you from Mayor Matt Serratto and the Merced County Regional Waste Management Authority. Thank you for your kind attention! —>

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

01/13/2026

📢 Free Business Workshop in Merced 📢
Join the Central Valley NBCLC, in collaboration with the Merced College Business Resource Center and the Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, for an in-person workshop designed for aspiring and current entrepreneurs:

Doing Business From Home: Everything You Need to Know
📍 Location: 630 W 19th St., Merced
🗓 Date: January 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
🗣 Language: English
This workshop will cover the legal basics of starting and operating a home-based business, including compliance requirements and common pitfalls. In addition, one-on-one consultations with an attorney will be available by appointment.

Click here to register for the workshop: http://tiny.cc/sdmx001
Click here to schedule your individual consultation: http://tiny.cc/tdmx001

🚀 Do not miss this opportunity to get free, reliable legal guidance for your business!
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12/10/2025

The Central Valley New Business Community Law Clinic (NBCLC) and the Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce invite you to a free in-person workshop on types of legal business entities and how to choose the right one for your business.

Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: 531 W Main St, Suite B, Merced, CA 95340

📝 Register Here: https://forms.gle/esLMSTmbwb9Uf7Bc6
In addition, you can receive individual in-person consultations, where you’ll get help with:
✅ Requirements and permits needed to operate legally in California
✅ Contracts and Legal Documents
✅ Labor Laws
✅ Powers of Attorney
… and much more, at no cost!

📩 Please send an email to schedule an individual appointment with an attorney: [email protected]
🎉 And that’s not all: the Small Business Administration (SBA) will be on site to share key information and resources to help you grow your business. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level!

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Central Valley NBCLC Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

11/04/2025

The last Mercado Night Market of the season is coming up this Thursday at 6pm! The Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is inviting everyone to bring photos and/or battery-operated candles to share at the Community Ofrenda. There will be a procession, a classic car exhibition, live music, and 80+ vendors with delicious food and unique finds. Bring your family and friends and come out to celebrate!

09/13/2025

Guns N' Roses Tribute Show at the Mainzer Merced | September 27th 2025 at 7:00pm | https://tickets.holdmyticket.com/tickets/452348

⚡️You asked, we listened — you wanted more hard rock, and we’re delivering.⚡️

🔥 Saturday, September 27 🔥
Roses and Guns — the ultimate Guns N’ Roses tribute!

🎶 From Sweet Child O’ Mine to Welcome to the Jungle, it’s gonna be a night of big riffs, raw energy, and pure rock ’n’ roll attitude.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now → themainzer.com/Mainzer-presents

07/09/2025

We’re excited to officially announce our 5th Annual Veterans, Military Personnel & First Responders Appreciation Night at the Mercado Night Market happening Thursday, July 10th!

Mark your calendars for a night of celebration, community, and appreciation from N Street to 19th Street (off W Main St) in Downtown Merced!

🌟 What to expect:
🍔 Delicious Food
🛍️ 80+ Unique Vendors
🚗 Classic Car Exhibition
🎉 Live Music & Performances
🎈 A Fun-Filled Kids Corner

📢 We’re now accepting applications for vendors, food vendors, and community info tables! Apply here: bit.ly/mercadovendor

Throw on your red, white, and blue and come support our local heroes and small businesses at one of Merced’s favorite summer traditions!