With the holiday season almost upon us, it's time to start making your game plan on what you're going to get everyone on your list. This year, make an effort to try and get all your gifts locally right here in St. Charles! The St. Charles Holiday Shop Crawl is taking place this year on Small Business Saturday - Saturday, November 30th. With 16 exceptional shops participating offering sales and specials, this is your chance to make your holiday shopping a breeze. Plus, with every purchase you make, you'll be able to win a Grand Prize Giveaway filled with products from participating businesses! Keep reading below to learn more.
Grand Prize Giveaway
You're probably thinking to yourself, "how do I enter this Grand Prize Giveaway?" Well, we're here to walk you through step by step on how to do so, and you'll be amazed just how easy it is!
Make a purchase at a participating shop on Saturday, November 30th.
Scan the QR code provided by the shop at the counter while you're checking out.
Fill out the brief form and upload a picture of your receipt.
Click "Send" and you're all good to go! One winner will be chosen and contacted via email on Tuesday, December 3rd.
Now, let's dive into all the participating shops to take a look at what they'll be offering during the St. Charles Holiday Shop Crawl!
Home Décor
House of Charlemagne
You're going to want to plan on getting to House of Charlemagne early on the day of the Holiday Shop Crawl, as the first 25 customers will receive a FREE Reindeer Tea Light Holder to the first 25 customers! While you're browsing their incredible selection of home décor, you can also enjoy food from Le Truff Nor & The Hallow Traveler from 5:30pm-8:30pm, and a Permanent Jewelry Popup with Lenny Lou.
The Pep Line
Every year, The Pep Line transforms into a winter wonderful, filled with incredible seasonal products that are excellent for shifting your living space into the holiday season. Their shopping experience during the Holiday Shop Crawl is not one that you want to miss, as you can take advantage of 10% off store wide! Need to refuel from all that shopping? They'll have Chuck's Wood Fired Pizza and The Sippin' Shack selling food and drinks from 4pm-7pm, too!
SG Too
It's always an adventure when you make a shopping trip to SG Too, as you never know what incredible products that they'll have for consignment that day. From home décor to vintage, every time you visit you're guaranteed to stumble upon top-notch treasures to give your living space a new feel. During the Holiday Shop Crawl is no exception, being a prime time to stop by to enjoy 10% or more off storewide!
trend + relic
A trip to over to trend + relic is always a good idea, and during the Holiday Shop Crawl, it's no different. Featuring over 50 carefully selected merchants who have created beautiful spaces inside the shop, you can spend an entire day just trying to see all that they offer. When you visit them on that Saturday, you can enjoy snacks and sips while browsing their store, and they'll be having a sale making this the perfect time to shop with them. When you make a purchase, you'll even receive a free gift, too!
Personal Care
Magnolia Soap & Bath Co.
Soaps, candles, bath bombs, laundry detergent - this is just a few of the many products that you'll find at Magnolia Soap & Bath Co., and the best part is, they're all plant-based and is locally handcrafted. On top of that, they'll even have seasonal products such as their popular Grinch Soap or their Advent Calendars! When you visit them while you're shopping for the Holiday Shop Crawl, make sure to mention it! When you do, you'll get 15% off all full priced items! (Cannot be combined with any other offers).
MION Artisan Soap
MION Artisan Soap has been busy at work getting ready for the holiday season, preparing their fantastic all natural skin and body products for shoppers to enjoy. On top of all their products that you can purchase individually, they also offer numerous different holiday bundles, including "Wellness Essentials" or "Exfoliating & Moisturizing" that make for wonderful gifts. When you shop with MION during the Holiday Shop Crawl, you'll get 10% off all their skincare, soaps, and gifts, and they even offer complimentary holiday tissue paper and tags with an in-store purchase, making your holiday shopping a little bit easier!
What Do You Enjoy Most About the Holidays?
Spending Time with Family and Friends
Experiencing Community Holiday Events
Attending a Local Holiday Concert
Getting Outdoors to Enjoy the Snow
Clothing/Apparel
Boutique Baby
If you're on the search to find the very best present for a child, there's no better place to go than Boutique Baby. During the Holiday Shop Crawl, you'll receive 15% off storewide (excluding Nuna and Tavo). You can feel good about shopping at Boutique Baby, as every product that you see in store has been thoroughly researched and personally tested by the owner herself, ensuring that you're only getting the very best for your child.
Double Take Consignment
Looking for high-quality apparel, accessories, toys, and furniture all at an amazing price? If the answers is yes, make your way over to Double Take Consignment to explore their 5,400 square foot store jam packed with amazing items for everyone on your list. You'll get 15% off your total purchase when you stop by for the Holiday Shop Crawl, and not only that, buy you'll also be entered into a raffle to win a designer bag!
Jeans & A Cute Top Shop
In search of that perfect holiday outfit for someone on your list (or for yourself)? Jeans & A Cute Top Shop can offer you just that, with a wide selection of fashionable pieces that will make you shine brighter than a star on top of the tree. When you shop with them at the Holiday Shop Crawl, you'll get 20% off your entire purchase! (Some exclusions apply). Can't make it there on November 30th? This offer will be available from November 27th through December 1st, as well (closed on Thanksgiving).
Makoma House
While this is Makoma House's first holiday season here in St. Charles, they certainly have done a good job getting ready for the occasion with dazzling decorations, and top-notch products for those on your list. Not only can you browse a terrific selection of women's apparel, but you can also explore accessories including candles, bags, jewelry, and more! You'll receive 10% off their products during the Holiday Shop Crawl, and they'll also be setting up an alleyway Christmas Market featuring many local vendors selling awesome products. For the cherry on top, when you make a purchase at Makoma House, you'll receive a free Tote Bag, too!
Specialty Stores
Campbell Creations
If you're planning on hosting a holiday party for your friends and family this season, then you have to stop Campbell Creations to view their handcrafted, one-of-a-kind charcuterie boards. It's sure to be the talking point of any social gathering, and when you visit during the St. Charles Shop Crawl, you'll get 10% off their charcuterie boards. Additionally, while you're there, you can master the art of salami roses and learn different folding styles to take your charcuterie game to the next level!
Ghoulish Mortals
Who said that the holidays and horror don't go hand-in-hand? Ghoulish Mortals is Chicagoland's friendishly fun retail monster and horror store, filled with unique products from over 175 talented artists. With different sections featuring Krampus, Scary Snowmen, Undead Gingerbreadmen, you'll not only find the most creeptastic products, but you'll also have a blast exploring every inch of their shop!
Rocket Fizz
The holidays are a great excuse to satisfy any sugar craving that you have, and fortunately for St. Charles, we have one of the best candy and soda shops around in Rocket Fizz. Offering seasonal candies and sodas, including ribbon candy, flavored candy canes, and candy cane soda, you can add some sweetness to your holiday shopping simply by making a trip inside and admiring all the unique goodies that they offer.
Mr. Marco's Jewelers
Jewelry is an ideall gift to show someone just how much you care, and Mr. Marco's Jewelers is making it a no-brainer to stop by during the St. Charles Holiday Shop Crawl this year! They'll have wine and light snacks available for you to enjoy while your browse, and holiday scratch-offs where you have the chance to receive 5-20% off a jewelry purchase. Plus, when you spend $500 or more, you'll be entered into their annual Holiday Raffle!
Vintage/Antiques
Circa Vintage Gallery
Not only is Circa Vintage Gallery located inside a historic home that dates back to 1845, but inside it's walls you'll find ample works of art and antique treasures that will make your recipient feel overjoyed! When you shop with them during the Holiday Shop Crawl, you'll receive 15% off sales over $50 - a deal you do not want to miss!
Industrial Treasures
Every trip to Industrial Treasures is an adventure. In fact, it's safe to say that this shop would be any collectors dream. This 8,000 square foot store is filled to the brim with a wide array of unique items including collectibles, furniture, tools, and antiques, and that's just the tip of the iceberg! At this year's Holiday Shop Crawl, they are making your shopping experience a great one, as they'll be offering coffee, cider, and cookies while you shop, and you can enjoy 15% off purchases store wide! (Some exclusions apply).
While you taking advantage of all the terrific deals at the St. Charles Holiday Shop Crawl, make sure not to miss out on all the festivities taking place for Holiday Homecoming, including the Lighting of the Lights Ceremony, a FREE showing of The Grinch at the Arcada Theatre, vibrant Photo Opportunities, visits with Santa, and of course, The Electric Christmas Parade! Click above to learn more.