Holiday Promenade Deals: Friday, Dec. 15, 2023

At this year’s Holiday Promenade, Historic East Village shops and restaurants are eager to celebrate the season with special offers and deals! On Friday, Dec. 15, holiday-themed events include storytime and music with Janet Casson at Gravitate at 6 p.m. and 7p.m., as well as JouJou play space at Gravitate, Santa at Vibrant Coffeehouse + Kitchen and a free skate at Brenton Skating Plaza from 6 – 8 p.m. You can also catch Dome after Dark at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden from 6 – 10 p.m. and the trolley will run from 5 – 9 p.m., too, so don't miss this weekend's festive fun!

Stop by Walnut Creek Church to take part in a cookie decorating hangout in the lobby. All materials are provided along with complimentary hot cocoa and coffee.

Check out the following deals this week!

Food + Drink at the Holiday Promenade

• Peace Tree Brewing Company, 317 E. Court Ave., will serve up their Holiday Beer Release. It's also National Ugly Sweater Day and Santa Night so dress in your finest seasonal attire — there will be a prize for best dressed. Matt Woods will perform from 7 – 9 p.m.     
• Hot cocoa flights at Vibrant Coffeehouse & Kitchen, 520 E. Grand Ave., are just $9.95.

Retail + Services at the Holiday Promenade

• At Indie House Design, 516 E. Grand Ave., check out Secret Admirer's Nice List Feature.
• There are sales on all kinds of items at Jett and Monkey's Dog Shoppe, 219 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 109.
• Stop in at KIN DSM, 333 E. Grand Ave. #106, for the Tinsel + Resin pop-up or have an aura portrait taken by Kindred Auras from 5 – 9 p.m. You can prebook online at kindsm.com/s/appointments AND take 25% off all seasonal candles and goods.
• Create the perfect gift with custom initial stamped necklaces from 5 – 9 p.m. at Leona Ruby, 400 E. Locust St., #7. No appointment needed and walk-ins welcome!
• Porch Light, 526 E. Grand Ave., will serve hot cider and cookies, and when you make a $50 purchase, receive a free plant!
• Don’t miss shopping at Raygun, 505 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 103, where kids will find coloring pages and an in-store elf hunt! Note: Closing at 8 p.m.
• Stroll around Sticks Gallery for holiday decorating and gift shopping. Doll Distributing will join for a festive cocktail tasting.
• Enjoy free drinks for 21+ and 10% off the entire store at Stoked, 518 E. Grand Ave.
• Browse lip care products from Simply Samone and pick up a delightful hot cocoa bomb and other treats from local baker, Little G's Treats at Storyhouse Bookpub, 505 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 102.
• At Velvet Coat, enjoy 20% off full price sweaters in-store only!

The Holiday Promenade is an opportunity to support local businesses in the Historic East Village in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). Learn more about this annual event here.

The holiday season is the perfect time to shop local in Greater Des Moines (DSM). Support local businesses, creators and makers across the region. You can find ideas on where to shop using the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s #DSMlocal Guides and other regional business directories listed here.

Downtown Des Moines (DSM) is a growing, vibrant community that offers the energy, sophistication, housing and attractions of a burgeoning city with a brilliant future. It’s also easy to visit with plentiful and affordable street and ramp parking options. Find event information and follow @downtownDSMUSA on Facebook and Instagram for other news, tips and events happening downtown.