Midtown businesses are coming together to offer festive opportunities to eat, drink, and be merry in their district this season. From Small Business Saturday through Christmas Day, make Midtown your destination for dining, holiday shopping, and general merriment with limited-time promotions and special holiday touches from one of your favorite local neighborhoods.
Merry Midtown
SANTA PAWS – Dec 1
Midtown Mutts Dog Park (301 NW 10th St.)
Bring your pups to Midtown on Sunday, December 1st, 2024, for free photos of Santa with your furry friends. Santa will be available for photos from 1-3pm where professional photos will be taken as well as opportunities for DIY photos. An attendant will be on site to help take photos which will be perfect for your holiday cards and greetings! Professional photos will be emailed to attendees (with email sign-up) and posted on Facebook following the event.
Holiday Wreath Making Class – Nov. 23
Chirps & Cheers
Nothing says you are ready for the holiday season quite like a stunning wreath on your door. In this class you will learn how to create your very own wreath using a variety of fresh evergreens, dried fruit, and magnolia leaves. Perfect to decorate your own door or gift to a friend and neighbor. Learn more here.
Book Signing with Luke Swanson, Author of Curtains on a Christmas Carol – Nov. 23
Commonplace Books
Meet the author of the cozy mystery Curtains on a Christmas Carol and Spectators of War from 11AM-1PM.
Thanksgiving Dinner- Nov. 24
Plant
Join Plant for their annual Thanksgiving dinner! It will be a 3-course meal amongst like-minded individuals celebrating the meaning behind Thanksgiving. The best part? An all vegan and gluten free Thanksgiving, of course! They hope to make all of your plant-based Thanksgiving dreams come true. Learn more here.
Holiday Wreath Making Class – Nov. 30
Chirps & Cheers
Nothing says you are ready for the holiday season quite like a stunning wreath on your door. In this class you will learn how to create your very own wreath using a variety of fresh evergreens, dried fruit, and magnolia leaves. Perfect to decorate your own door or gift to a friend and neighbor. Learn more here.
Rooftop Holiday Photos- Nov. 30
The Hall’s Pizza Kitchen
It’s easy — just $15 per digital image you select from the photo shoot of your family & friends! Photo spots are first-come, first-serve. You & your family & friends will have 3-5 minutes in front of the camera — it’s intended to be short & sweet! Just enough time to get a few great photos for your insta post or Christmas card! Bring the family, friends, & dogs for the easiest holiday photo you’ll ever take!
Storytime & Donuts Holiday Edition- Nov. 30
Commonplace Books
Join the fun at Storytime and Donuts every Saturday at 10:00 AM! Enjoy a holiday treat with guest readers from Storyteller’s Theatre’s “Little Women” cast!
Holiday Party- Nov. 30
Commonplace Books
Celebrate the holidays from 5-8pm with live music, complimentary drinks and 20% in store purchases.
Acrylic Calligraphy Ornaments Class- Dec. 1
Chirps & Cheers
Perfect for beginners, this mini workshop starts with a brief calligraphy lesson and practice worksheet. Then, you’ll personalize your own acrylic ornament using a traceable template (or you can try out your free-hand skills!) Choose from a variety of acrylic ornaments, ink colors, and holiday greetings. Learn more here.
Santa Minis Photo Op- Dec. 7
The Green House
Get your photo with Santa in Midtown’s brand new event space, The Green House, featuring their beautiful white natural light studio! Perfect for kids or families to get their holiday photo. Photos will be taken by Jordan Clark. Learn more here.
Santa Claus Earrings Class- Dec.
Chirps & Cheers
During this class, Suzie will show you how to create the perfect pair of Santa earrings with a variety of skin color choices. Participants will leave with everything they need to know to create beaded fringe earrings. Spiked apple cider and cookies will be provided! Learn more here.
