Five Fresh Features to See at Holiday Shops 2016


The Junior League of Washington is excited to present a weekend of great shopping deals – and, of course, special events that will kick your holiday spirit into high gear.

Be sure to check out at this year’s Holiday Shops – you don’t want to miss a thing!
All events will be held at Dock5 at Union Market (1309 5thStreet NE Washington, DC 20002).
1. Candy Cane Cocktails:  Holiday Shops Grand Opening
When: Friday, November 18, 2016 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
The first event of the weekend, Candy Cane Cocktails offers a chance to bring out that new cocktail dress you’ve been dying to wear for an evening of glitz, shopping, libations, door prizes, and more!
Guests will have the first look at all 60+ of our Holiday Shops merchants and will enjoy exclusive access to their merchandise. Neiman Marcus will be in attendance to give the best beauty tips and tricks for achieving a gorgeous holiday look.
Bring friends and family for a fun-filled night of hors d’oeuvres, holiday-themed cocktails, and exceptional door prizes.
Tickets – $50 in advance/$55 at the door

2.  Santa Paws
When: Saturday, November 19, from 1-3 p.m.
Instead of leaving your furry friend at home for Holiday Shops, now you can bring them with you!
Don’t miss our first-ever Santa Paws event.
Pets will be able to take a photo with Santa for $25 per fur family.
3.  Family Fun Day
When: Sunday, November 20, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Bring the whole family out to Holiday Shops on Sunday for entertainment suited for young and old, big and small!
Mom and Dad can shop while the kiddos listen to stories and partake in entertainment and crafts.
Get your child’s picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sunday!
Tickets – $30 per family

4.  Children’s Face Painting
New for this year, little ones can let their imagination run wild by getting their face painted.
Face painting is provided courtesy of Stylisted and will be available throughout the shopping weekend.
5. General Holiday Shops Shopping
Holiday Shops general shopping is open on Saturday, November 19, from 8 a.m.  – 8 p.m. and on Sunday, November 20, from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Browse clothes, accessories, toys, home goods, art, and more from our 60+ merchants – including new-this-year offerings from Lisi Lerch, Soxfords, and Summit to Soul, to perennial favorites like Merrifield Garden Center and A Spice Above. You can shop the weekend away! After shopping, check out the local food, drink, and flair at Union Market and make it a holiday season to remember. 
Tickets – $5 per day


The Holiday Shops Committee and Junior League of Washington thank you for your support.


The Junior League of Washington strives in all endeavors to be sensitive to the special needs of its members and guests. If you have any special needs pertaining to our event, please let us know.