For Immediate Release

December 9, 2024

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Kara de Alvare

Marketing Coordinator, Downtown Holland

150 West 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423

616.796.0472 | k.dealvare@cityofholland.com

www.downtownholland.com 

Set Your Alarms for the Early Morning Shopping Jam This Saturday in Downtown Holland

Holland, MI – Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and grab your coffee to go for the annual Downtown Holland Shopping Jam this coming Saturday, December 14 from 8:00 am – 11:00 am! Over 45 Downtown Holland clothing boutiques, gift shops, specialty stores, and more will open two hours early this Saturday for this once-a-year holiday savings event. And the best part? The earlier you shop, the more you save on all of the gifts on your list! 

“The Shopping Jam is our last holiday shopping event of the season in Downtown Holland and it’s always one of our most popular promotions,” said Downtown Holland Marketing Coordinator Kara de Alvare, “With some stores offering discounts of 30% off first thing Saturday morning, this is definitely a holiday sale you can’t afford to miss!”

Whether you’re just starting your holiday shopping or need one last gift to finish off your list, shoppers can save big during the early morning Shopping Jam, which has been expanded this year to include an additional hour of discounts! From 8:00 am – 9:00 am, customers can save 30% off at least one item at participating businesses, from 9:00 am – 10:00 am they can save 25% off at least one item, and from 10:00 am – 11:00 am, they can save 20% off at least one item. Savings details and exclusions vary by business.

Shopping Jam Participating Businesses

Apothecary Gift Shop
Blu Veranda
Borr's Shoes & Accessories
Bowerman's on 8th
Brick + Ivy Market
Bubs' and Betty's
Cakabakery on 8th
Carolyn Stich Studio
Cento Anni Home Essentials
Cherry Republic
Clovier
Cotton Bay
Culture Cheese Shop
Downtown Antiques & Home Furnishings
Estella Rose Fashion
Fatface
Frances Jaye
Fris Supply Shop
Fustini's
GarenHuis Yarn Studio
Garsnett Beacon Candle Co.
Gazelle Sports
Gezellig Home & Garden
Glik’s Boutique
Glik’s Men’s
Harbor Wear
Holland Museum
jb and me
Jean Marie's
Laurel & Jack
Le Bon Macaron
Merle Norman Cosmetics
Oak + Leather
Onalee's
Postcards from Paradise
Prettie's Intimate Apparel
Reader's World
Silver Fox II Jewelry
Spring Sweet
Studio K Clothing Co.
The Bridge
The Flower House
The Poppy Peach, LLC.
The Seasoned Home
TIKAL
Tip Toes
White House Black Market

In addition to the Shopping Jam, Downtown Holland will be hosting a number of family friendly special events and shopping promotions throughout the upcoming holiday season! Be sure to mark your calendars for these exciting holiday events all December long! Visit the Downtown Holland website at www.downtownholland.com or call 616.796.1210 for details.

Strolling Santa

Saturdays, December 7-21

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Heading to Downtown Holland to do a little holiday shopping this season? Word from the North Pole is that you might just spy Santa doing a little local shopping of his own! Santa Claus will be strolling Downtown Holland every Saturday afternoon in December visiting his favorite shops and restaurants, greeting his fans of all ages, posing for photographs, and bringing a little magic to your holiday shopping experience. Be sure to say hello if you spot him out and about!

Holland Farmers Market

Saturdays, December 7-21

9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Visit the Holland Farmers Market all November and December long to shop for fresh produce, meat, eggs, honey, maple syrup, jam, baked goods, specialty foods and more! And decorate your home with fresh greenery, porch pots, festive wreaths from our local vendors. Make the Market your destination for all things Michigan-grown this holiday season! The Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday in November from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm and on Saturdays in December through December 21.  On select Saturdays, the Market will be joined by the Holland Kerstmarkt, a European style outdoor Market where local artisans offer unique gifts, holiday décor, home baked goods, and more.

About Downtown Holland:
Located in the heart of the City of Holland, just minutes from the shores of Lake Michigan and adjacent to the campus of Hope College, Downtown Holland is a premier shopping, dining, and special events destination like none other! Downtown Holland offers over 100 locally owned boutiques, shops, and galleries, along with breweries, cafes, and restaurants for every taste. Downtown Holland is also home to unique cultural attractions, an award-winning farmers market and beautiful parks. We can’t wait to welcome you! For more information and the latest Downtown Holland news and updates, visit us at www.downtownholland.com, follow Downtown Holland on Facebook and Instagram, subscribe to our monthly newsletter, or call 616.796.1210.