You’re invited to the Junior League of Washington’s 58th annual Holiday Shops at Dock5 at Union Market on November 18–20, 2016!
This event, one of the League’s largest fundraisers, brings together merchants from across the DC area to create a unique shopping experience, coupled with fun special events throughout Holiday Shops weekend. From jewelry and clothes to toys and home décor, Holiday Shops has something for everyone on your shopping list. Purchase and event proceeds directly benefit the League’s mission of building a better Washington, DC. We are excited to share the weekend with you!
Here is everything you need to know about this year’s Holiday Shops.
Where: Dock5 at Union Market 1309 5th Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
When: Friday, November 18 – Sunday, November 20, 2016
Why: The funds raised from this event will allow the Junior League of Washington to continue supporting local organizations – with grants and trained volunteers – throughout the year. The Junior League of Washington focuses its resources on improving child, adult, and cultural literacy across the Washington, DC, metropolitan region.
Candy Cane Cocktails: Holiday Shops Grand Opening
Grab your friends, put on your holiday best, and come out to our Candy Cane Cocktails Grand Opening Party for a festive evening of shopping, libations, door prizes, and more!
You’ll have the first look at all of our Holiday Shops merchants and exclusive access to their merchandise. Neiman Marcus will be on hand offering beauty tips and tricks for a gorgeous holiday look.
Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and holiday cocktails, unique door prizes, and a wonderful evening with friends and loved ones.
Tickets – $50 in advance/$55 at the door
General Holiday Shops Shopping
Holiday Shops general shopping runs Saturday, November 19, from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sunday, November 20, from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Browse our 60+ merchants and shop the day away! After shopping, check out the local flair, food, and drink at Union Market, and make it a holiday kick-off to remember. Check out our Santa Paws event on Saturday and the Family Fun Day on Sunday – more information on both below.
Tickets – $5 per day
Don’t leave your pet at home during Holiday Shops. Get the perfect holiday shot by bringing your furry friend(s) to take a photo with Santa at our first-ever Santa Paws event on Saturday, November 19, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Dock5.
Tickets – $25 per fur family
Bring the whole family out to Holiday Shops on Sunday, November 20, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Moms and dads can shop while the kiddos listen to stories and part take in child-friendly activities with their friends, old and new.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available to get that greeting card-ready snapshot with your families from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Tickets – $30 per family
Looking forward to seeing you at the 58th Annual Holiday Shops!
Visit www.JLW.org/HolidayShops for more information.
ABOUT THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF WASHINGTON
The Junior League of Washington (www.jlw.org) is a nonprofit organization of more than 2,300 women who annually donate thousands of dollars and volunteer hours to the Washington, DC, metropolitan area. JLW is committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. JLW focuses its financial and volunteer resources on the issues of literacy – adult, child, and cultural – and works with a diverse group of community partners. Since 1912, JLW has donated more than five million hours of direct volunteer service and more than $5.8 million to the Washington, DC, community.
