The holiday season in Downtown Holland officially begins next week Friday, November 15, ushering in a highly-anticipated season of holiday gift shopping, cozy gatherings with family, and fun special events for the entire family in Downtown Holland! Next week Friday, November 15 marks the return of Downtown Holland’s annual Shop ‘Til You Drop late night savings event from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. During Shop ‘Til You Drop, over 45 Downtown Holland shops will stay open until 9:00 pm to offer special late-night discounts. (Specific savings details will vary per business.) Shoppers are encouraged to stay up late, shop the night away, and save big on their holiday gifts next Friday!
“Shop ‘Til You Drop is the official kick-off to the holiday shopping season here in Downtown Holland,” said Downtown Holland Marketing Coordinator Kara de Alvare, “It’s a really fun way to get an early start on your holiday shopping while saving money with exclusive discounts from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm only. You can even treat yourself to a gift or two with the savings you’ll find!”
The following Downtown Holland businesses will be participating in Shop ‘Til You Drop:
Apothecary Gift Shop
Blu Veranda
Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant Borr's Shoes & Accessories
Bowerman's on 8th
Brick + Ivy Market
Bubs' and Betty's
Carolyn Stich Studio
Cherry Republic
Clovier
Cotton Bay
Culture Cheese Shop
Downtown Antiques & Home Furnishings Estella Rose Fashion
Family Central Bookstore
Fatface
Frances Jaye
Fris Supply Shop
Garsnett Beacon Candle Co.
Gazelle Sports
Gezellig Home & Garden
Glik’s Boutique
Glik’s Men’s
Harbor Wear
Holland Museum
jb and me
Jean Marie's
Laurel & Jack
Le Bon Macaron
Lokers Shoes
Merle Norman Cosmetics
New Holland Brewing Sidecar Onalee's
Peachwave Frozen Yogurt & Gelato Postcards from Paradise
Prettie's Intimate Apparel
Reader's World
Silver Fox II Jewelry
Spring Sweet
The Bridge
The Flower House The Poppy Peach The Seasoned Home
TIKAL
Tip Toes
Warner Vineyards of Holland White House Black Market
In addition to Shop ‘Til You Drop, Downtown Holland will be hosting a number of family friendly special events and shopping promotions throughout the upcoming holiday season! Be sure to mark your calendars for these exciting holiday events all November and December long! Visit the Downtown Holland website at www.downtownholland.com or call 616.796.1210 for details.
Holiday Open House
Saturday, November 23
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
During the Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 23, the entire community is invited to stroll the beautifully decorated and brightly lit streets while shopping for all of your holiday gifts. Shops and restaurants will be welcoming customers with free gift wrapping, holiday refreshments, merchandise discounts, fun giveaways, and so much more during this popular event! The Holiday Open House is fun for the entire family too, with appearances by Santa and his favorite elf, a reindeer petting corral, strolling carolers, and chestnut roasting. The Holiday Open House is proudly sponsored by Greenridge Realty of Holland. Stop by their table on 8th Street during the event meet their experienced real estate team and receive a free giveaway while supplies last.
Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 30
All Day Long
Downtown Holland will join communities throughout the country in celebrating Small Business Saturday on Saturday, November 30! Our shops and restaurants want to thank you for supporting us all year long and shopping small this holiday season with a day packed full of giveaways, discounts, and lots of fun promotions! Be sure to enter our annual Small Business Saturday Selfie Contest too! Just snap a photograph of yourself shopping in Downtown Holland on Saturday, November 30 and share it on our Facebook page for a chance to win a $100 gift card to your favorite Downtown Holland business. The winner will be announced on Monday, December 2.
Parade of Lights
Tuesday, December 3
6:30 pm
Santa Claus arrives in Downtown Holland during the Parade of Lights, escorted by over 80 floats, commercial vehicles, walkers, and marching bands...all decked out from top to bottom in thousands of sparkling lights! Come see why this brightly lit holiday procession on Tuesday, December 3 is a holiday tradition for the entire community! The Parade of Lights will begin at the corner of 8th Street and Columbia Avenue at 6:30 pm sharp and proceed west down 8th Street until it reaches the Holland Civic Center Place at 150 West 8th Street, home of the Holiday Kerstmarkt! The Parade of Lights is proudly sponsored by Gentex Corporation. Be sure to look for them as they lead the parade with a special treat for all of the children in attendance! (Please note that there will be no other candy out during the parade.)
Strolling Santa
Saturdays, December 7, 14 & 21
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Heading to Downtown Holland to do a little holiday shopping this season? Word from the North Pole is that you might just spy Santa doing a little local shopping of his own! Santa Claus will be strolling Downtown Holland every Saturday afternoon in December visiting his favorite shops and restaurants, greeting his fans of all ages, posing for photographs, and bringing a little magic to your holiday shopping experience. Be sure to say hello if you spot him out and about!
Shopping Jam
Saturday, December 14
8:00 am – 11:00 am
The early bird gets the...deals at the annual Downtown Holland Shopping Jam! Set your alarm clocks and grab a cup of hot coffee because this is one holiday savings event you won't want to miss! As part of the Shopping Jam on Saturday, December 14, participating businesses will open their doors early for this one a year savings event, offering savings of 30% off at least one item from 8:00 am - 9:00 am, 25% from 9:00 am - 10:00 am, and 20% off from 10:00 am -11:00 am. Whether you need one more gift to finish off your nice list or you're shopping for something special for yourself, this is one sale you won't want to miss. It’s the perfect opportunity to “wrap up” your holiday shopping while enjoying amazing discounts!
Wednesdays and Saturdays
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Visit the Holland Farmers Market all November and December long to shop for fresh produce, meat, eggs, honey, maple syrup, jam, baked goods, specialty foods and more! And decorate your home with fresh greenery, porch pots, festive wreaths from our local vendors. Make the Market your destination for all things Michigan-grown this holiday season! The Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday in November from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm and on Saturdays in December through December 21. On select Saturdays, the Market will be joined by the Holland Kerstmarkt, a European style outdoor Market where local artisans offer unique gifts, holiday décor, home baked goods, and more.
