As Thanksgiving rolls around, so do hundreds of shopping opportunities to prepare you for the holiday season. These local retailers are offering a slew of Black Friday and Small Business Saturday sales that can’t be beat. Happy Turkey Day!
Friday: Apricot Lane Boutique in Mendota Heights invites you to a Black Friday sale beginning at 10 a.m. The earlier you are, the better the deals, which start at 40% off markdowns and decline to 20% after 12 p.m. (Apricot Lane, 1669 West End Blvd, St. Louis Park, 952-528-1951, 750 Main Street Suite 110, Mendota Heights, 651-348-6196, apricotlanemendotaheights.com/)
Friday: The MIA is offering 20% off all purchases in their store, which includes vintage Italian clothing and accessories features in the “Italian Style: Fashion Since 1945” exhibit, between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m. only. If you spend $125 or more at any time during the day, the MIA will throw in a free gift. All art posters are $5. (Minneapolis Institute of Arts, 2400 3rd Ave. S, Mpls, 888-642-2787, new.artsmia.org)
Friday: Forage Modern Workshop presents a 20% off storewide sale, with free gift wrapping and holiday vinyl from local vintage record collector Drew Miller of Omnium Design. (Forage Modern Workshop, 4023 E Lake St., Mpls, 612-886-3603, foragemodernworkshop.com)
Friday: The American Swedish Institute invites you to a cozy morning enjoying free admission at the museum, sitting in the warmth of a bonfire, and sipping hot cocoa and pepparkakor in the Holiday Square. Visit the Museum Shop and Jul Shop for unique gifts with a Scandinavian touch sure to brighten the holiday season. (American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Ave., Mpls, 612-871-4907, asimn.org)
Friday: They say that pet owners and their pets often resemble each other—it was only a matter of time before they began dressing to match. Dog Threads is a new line that offers style to your favorite pooch in the form of chambray collared shirts, holiday printed pocket tees, and more. (Dog Threads, .enjoygram.com/shopdogthreads)
Friday and Saturday: Covered in Uptown is offering numerous Black Friday deals. Besides enticing you in with custom coffee drinks from Elite Espresso, the merchandise is 20% off until noon, and 20% off for all of Small Business Saturday. (Covered, 1201 Lagoon Ave., Mpls, 612-825-1610, shopcovered.com)
Friday and Saturday: b. resale plans to open an hour early for those on the hunt for great deals. There will be complimentary mimosas for the early risers, with 20% off all goods. On Saturday, you can get your own free b. bag and listen to sweet tunes from DJ Don Cuco. (b. resale, 2613 Nicollet Ave., Mpls, 612-824-1292, bresale.com)
Friday and Saturday: MidModMen and the surrounding businesses on University are getting in the spirit of the season with a Block Friday, Record Day, and Small Business Saturday sales. Everyone from Keys’ Café to Bargain Upholstery is partnering up to bring the best holiday deals to the neighborhood. (Shop the Block, facebook.com)
Friday through Sunday: Caribou Coffee is rolling out a special Black Friday drink to keep your spirits bright through your shopping battles. The Mocha Me Crazy has espresso, steamed milk, dark chocolate chips, and milk chocolate syrup, and it’s topped with—get this—chocolate whipped cream. (Multiple locations, cariboucoffee.com)
Friday through Sunday: Stephanie’s will be offering 25% off everything in the store, including jewelry and handbags that aren’t usually offered at a discount rate. There will also be several racks of fall merchandise marked at 50% off. TeaSource will provide tea and chai shortbread. (Stephanie’s, 758 Cleveland Ave. S, St. Paul, 651-690-3802, stephaniesshop.com)
Friday through Monday: Parc Boutique is offering deals both online and in-store, with drinks and snacks at both store locations. The 20% off sale will go through Saturday, and the sale on Monday applies a 25% discount to online purchases only. (Parc Boutique, 320 Hennepin Ave., Mpls, 612-353-4966, parcboutique.com)
Saturday: Beginning this weekend, Crystal House Boutique in Coon Rapids is hosting four Silver & Gold Saturdays” leading up to Christmas. Each Saturday features a different highlight, and this series will eventually culminate in a Christmas Eve sale with 50% off. (Crystal House Boutique, 445 99th Ave. NW, #230, Coon Rapids, 763-786-1830, shopcrystalhouse.com)
Saturday: Small Business Saturday in Lyn Lake challenges you to get stamps from as many local businesses as possible, and the first 50 guests to fill out their stamp book completely will receive a free Swag Bag. Many businesses are providing free sips, snacks, and gift bags. (facebook.com)
Saturday: Lily and Violet Boutique is celebrating Small Business Saturday with a few snacks, some Bailey’s to put a spring in your step, and dresses and gifts galore. Spend over $200 and you’ll get 25% off your purchase, and no matter what you buy, Lily and Violet will throw in a free gift. (Lily and Violet Boutique, 3413 W 44th St., Mpls, 612-746-4160, lilyandviolet.com)
Saturday: The shops of the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis are coming together to celebrate the season with free gift card giveaways, carolers, entertainment, and tons of holiday deals. (northloop.org)
Saturday: Max’s at the Shops at Excelsior and Grand is celebrating the holidays in style, with a live radio broadcast from inside the store, and two designer jewelry events. ((Max’s at the Shops at Excelsior & Grand, 3826 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, 952-922-8364, stylebymax.com/)
Saturday: The Small Business Saturday Holiday Boutique hosted by StormSister Spatique will be held at Minnesota Nice Spice, and will include vendors such as Serendipity Accessories, Urban Undercover, and Annona Gourmet. (Minnesota Nice Spice, 43 Main St. SE, #134, Mpls, facebook.com)
