ILLUME Warehouse Sale
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Shop candles, reed diffusers, perfumes, body mists, and assorted household cleaners at ILLUME’s Warehouse Sale—featuring products from ILLUME, Good Chemistry, Anthropologie, Madewell, West Elm, and more. With discounts up to 90% off, this event offers customers a rare opportunity to shop branded products at reduced prices. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Minnesota Academy of Science. Nov. 8, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Nov. 9, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. @ ILLUME Headquarters, illumecandles.com
Davis Home Pop-Up Shop
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Davis Home, an online shop by Davis Interiors, is hosting its first-ever in-person pop-up this month. With a curated selection of home goods to explore—from unique accessories to timeless decor—this shopping event is the perfect opportunity to elevate your space or find the perfect gift for the upcoming holiday season. The Davis Home team will also be in attendance, offering guests the chance to talk design and styling tips with the experts themselves. Nov. 8, 12-7 p.m., Nov. 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 10, 12-4 p.m. @ Davis Interiors, shopdavishome.com
Holiday Boutique 2024
This holiday sip-and-shop event is the perfect place to shop gifts for yourself and loved ones this season. Grab a beverage, participate in charity raffles, and explore over 40 local vendors offering aromatherapy, candles, pottery, woodwork, and more. And make sure you get there early for a chance to get some free goodies—swag bags will be given to the first 50 guests in the door. Nov. 9, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. @ The Grand O2 Event Center, thegrando2eventcenter.com
MN Christmas Market
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Hosted annually across the Twin Cities, the MN Christmas Market is an annual pop-up event that showcases local artisans’ and makers’ work. This year, each vendor will donate 7% of their proceeds to Santa’s College Fund—a scholarship that strives to remove financial barriers for Minnesota refugees seeking a college education. Entry costs $1, payable with cash or Venmo. mnchristmasmarket.com
- MN Christmas Market 2024 – Isanti, Nov. 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. @ Erickson Farmstead
- MN Christmas Market 2024 – St. Paul, Nov. 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. @ Union Depot
- MN Christmas Market 2024 – Red Wing, Nov. 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. @ Willow Brooke Farm
2024 Autumn Festival: An Arts & Crafts Affair
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Voted one of the Top 100 art shows in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine, this annual arts and crafts event features over 500 of the nation’s finest artisans. At the show, visitors can shop handcrafted, one-of-a-kind home decor and gifts—the perfect way to check some holiday shopping off your list. With hourly gift certificate drawings, food and drink, and more to explore, the festival is fun for the whole family. Tickets required. Nov. 14-15, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Nov. 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. @ Canterbury Park, canterburypark.com
Nicollet Island Fall Market
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Experience a day of shopping, community, and fun at this year’s Nicollet Island Fall Market. With over 50 local vendors offering unique, handcrafted goods—from vegan soaps and jewelry to limited-edition quilted mittens—there is truly something for everyone. While you browse, enjoy live music, local food and drink, and much more. Nov. 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. @ Nicollet Island Pavilion, minneapolis.org