Getting into the holiday spirit is easy when you visit downtown St. Joe! On Friday, November 22 kick off the holiday season with three great community events - Luminary, Window Wonderland and Countdown to New Year. This night will also feature sneak peeks of specials, one-of-a-kind gifts, free gift wrapping, new merchandise, events and festive fun throughout Southwest Michigan!
SWMI EVENTS
Luminarias will light your way as you stroll through and explore downtown St. Joseph from 5:00p-8:00p during Luminary on Friday, November 22! Participating locations invite you to eat, shop, drink and be merry while you enjoy this charming lakeside town.
Window Wonderland invites attendees to view the dozens of storefronts that have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Vote for your favorite window at stjoetoday.com/vote! Voting will be open starting at 5:00p on Friday, November 22 until 11:59p on Sunday, November 24. Please limit one vote per person!
EAT, SHOP, STAY, PLAY throughout SWMI for a chance to win local gift cards during Countdown to New Year! Shoppers and diners can turn in receipts to the St. Joe Today (SJT) Welcome Center from purchases made November 22-December 15 at SJT member businesses. Earn one entry for every $25 spent (one time or cumulative purchases). SJT will draw winners throughout the month of December. Visit /countdown for more details!
“Meet the Makers” of Chartreuse Art Co-op as they celebrate their 18th anniversary and host extended hours until 8:00p! Shoppers will enjoy tasty snacks, art demonstrations and a gift card drawing.
Stop by Glik’s for cookies and cocoa + pictures and storytime with Mrs. Claus! Shoppers will be entered into a $25 gift card drawing.
Krasl Art Center hosts Gnome by Night: An Artful Soiree from 6:00p-9:00p! Attendees will enjoy a night of live music, food, shopping and the unveiling of “Go Big or Go Gnome”.
Lazy Ballerina Winery offers extended hours on Friday, plus a Pop-Up with Suisse Chalet and a special performance in the front window from Fusion Center for Dance’s upcoming Nutcracker! Heated spiced wine will also be available for purchase.
Join The Culinary Cottage for a Dinner Demonstration with Becky from Sourdough House! Learn the secrets to making simple breads like sandwich loaves, artisan loaves, rolls, and more with a few key ingredients. Space is limited, reserve a spot today!
HOLIDAY TREATS
Shoppers will enjoy treats on November 17 during Luminary:
Kilwins - Sample Kilwins fudge and mini sample candy bars. Open until 9:00p!
Perennial Accents - Enjoy samples of yummy bites in the kitchen! Complimentary gift wrapping + open until 8:00p.
The Cheese Lady - Holiday appetizer samples; free gift with purchase! Open until 8:00p!
White Pine Winery - Complimentary samples of warm, mulled wine and will have the same by the glass to go for those who want to enjoy a holiday tradition as they enjoy St Joe!
GREAT DEALS
Stop by the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra office to purchase tickets to SMSO’s Merry & Bright holiday concert! Plus enjoy special treats and a special announcement in the window!
Wanderlust Outfitters hosts their annual Black Friday Preview Sale from 5:00p-8:00p! Get a sneak peek a some amazing Black Friday Deals for three hours only!
Shoppers will enjoy additional savings and deals at these locations on the evening of Friday, November 17:
Affinity Salon & Spa - Sales and giveaways!
Edgewater Gifts - Extra sales + extended hours until 8:00p!
Gallery on the Alley - Extended hours, wine, sweet treats and surprises!
Grins of St. Joseph - Extended shopping hours - open until 9:00p; Start your Christmas shopping with 15% off select regular priced clothing (see store for details).
Harbor Town Interiors - 20% off the entire store; gift basket giveaway; extended hours!
Lana’s Boutique - Storewide sale and extended hours!
Lee & Birch - 20% off your entire purchase + a FREE $15 gift card for every $100 spent! Open late until 8:00p.
Maxwell Boutique - 10% off Full Price Items, 30% off Clearance Items & Extended Hours!
Oh My Darlings - Enjoy complimentary snacks + refreshments. Gift with all purchases!
Olive Cart - Holiday gift basket giveaway! One entry for every $25 spent. Ex: spend $50, get two entries!
Revive Spa - Free gift w/Eminance purchase or facial, $10 off Teeth Whitening, retail discounts! Sign up for their raffle on Luminary night for a chance to win gift certificates and lots of prizes!
Statements Style Lounge - 25% off all products!
ADDITIONAL HAPPENINGS
Event attendees will enjoy additional happenings at these locations:
Salvation Army-Benton Harbor - Bell ringing on the corner of State and Pleasant from 5:00p-8:00p!
St. Joe Community Taproom - Stop by for to-go social district drinks + an outdoor warming station!
The Heritage Museum & Cultural Center - Check out the new pop-up location at 610 Ship Street and enjoy tasty treats and beverages!
EXTENDED HOURS
Shoppers will enjoy extended hours at these locations on Friday, November 22:
Caffe Tosi - Open until 9:00p!
Forever Clean Soap Works - Extended Hours, 10:00a-8:00p!
G&M Variety - Open until 9:00p!
Infusco Coffee - Extended hours!
Wild Ginger Flowers & Gifts - Extended hours until 8:00p!
Yours Truly, Elizabeth - Extended hours until 8:00p!
