Great Holiday Shopping Downtown
Looking for some wonderful holiday spirit along with unique gifts? Find it downtown Minneapolis before or after the Macy’s Holidazzle Parade! There are live concerts, special shopping events and the kind of holiday cheer that would even make elves jingle. Here is a sampling of the incredible shopping experiences in store for you downtown.
Macy's
700 Nicollet Mall
(612) 375-2200
Macy’s is the gift store destination for the holiday season. You will find red hot gifts that make bold statements and all the people on your list shine with delight! For everything your heart desires, Macy’s has your wish list covered. Be sure to stop in and explore the Macy’s Annual Animated Holiday Display featuring the Nutcracker story!
Target
900 Nicollet Mall
(612) 338-0085
Target is an upscale discount retailer with a focus on high quality, on-trend merchandise at affordable prices. Known for being a trend leader, Target offers the latest in fashion and innovative home décor, as well as the everyday basics every family needs. Starting November 11th, The downtown Minneapolis Target, located at 900 Nicollet Mall, will be open for holiday shopping Monday through Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 8 pm. Target is committed to providing guests with great design through innovative products, in-store experiences and community partnerships. Since 1946, Target has invested five percent of its income in the communities it serves, that number now translates into more than $3 million a week. Target has been a proud sponsor of the Holidazzle Parade for the past 16 years.
Gaviidae Common
Between 5th and 7th Streets on Nicollet Mall
(612) 372-1222
A perfect shopping and dining destination for your downtown holiday experience. Unique, upscale retail, great dining options, and valet parking are all part of the Gaviidae experience. Anchors stores include Neiman Marcus and the nation’s largest Off Fifth – Saks Fifth Avenue Outlet. Other unique retailers include the new Len Druskin store for men, R.F. Moeller Jeweler, Studio Vincent, Styled Life, Kuhlman and many others.
The IDS Center
80 South 8th Street
(612) 376-8000
IDS Center Crystal Court
The Unveiling!
This season, the IDS Center’s Crystal Court will unveil brand new Holiday Décor and will once again serve as host of the Holidays Under Glass Concert Series. As always, the HUGS concerts are open to the public and the IDS Center welcomes you to join us for the lunch time concerts Monday through Saturday from November 23rd to December 22nd. The full HUGS schedule can be found at www.ids-center.com. While you are visiting the Crystal Court this Holiday Season, be sure to visit the many shops of the IDS Center or dine at one of the Crystal Court restaurants, all are perfect places to stop for dinner before or after the Holidazzle Parade. The Merchants of the Crystal Court look forward to helping you fill your gift list and the IDS Center wishes you a safe, exciting and memory filled 2007 Holiday Season.
Great Holiday Dining Downtown
Enjoy the Macy's Holidazzle parade at The News Room - right on Nicollet Mall! Sample from their eclectic American menu with large windows in every room for premiere Holidazzle viewing! Contact Sarah Lian, Event Manager: sarahnewsroommpls@yahoo.com or visit www.thenewsroommpls.com for more information.