It's Not Too Late for a HOLIDATE with Downtown!

Tuesday, 18 December 2012 11:35 | Written by Byron

One of the gorgeous rooms at the Nines Hotel, part of Holidate in Downtown Portland

HOLIDATE UPDATE! With the final days of the shopping season quickly coming to a close, this Thursday may be the most important Holidate yet. Get your last minute shopping done with cheer and ease with a visit to Downtown’s shopping core. Shops are merry making with special deals, drinks, and entertainment to create a singular holiday experience. Stay after work, or make a quick trip downtown to make this a Holidate to remember.

Retailers ranging from pop-up shop Enchanted Alpaca (902 SW Morrison) to iconic Jeweler store Tiffany & Co. (330 SW Yamhill) will offer the type of holiday experiences you can only get in Downtown Portland. Restaurants like The Original, Paddy’s Bar and Grill and Kale, will serve holiday themed drinks, while the Nines Hotel will offer discounted rooms (525 SW Morrison http://www.thenines.com - use SET code #388080.)

With easy shopping and access to downtown’s thriving restaurant scene and a cozy place to stay, “Holidate” is perfect for those looking for a quick holiday retreat without leaving the city.

Select Holidate events this Thursday, December 20, 2012 include:

Ben and Jerry’s on the Square

524 SW Yamhill St – (503) 546-0450

http://scoopshops.benjerry.com/scoopshops/yamhill/default.aspx

$1 off holiday shakes. Free scoop with a purchase of a $10 gift card.

The Art of Shaving

719 SW Morrison St – (503) 274-9483

http://www.theartofshaving.com/

Come in for a free sample of the perfect shave.

Shreve & Co. Jewlers

640 SW Broadway – (971) 295-5555

http://www.shreve.com/

Expanded collections of designer jewelry and watchbands.

SaySay Boutique

1010 SW Morrison – (503) 223-1282

http://www.saysayboutique.bigcartel.com/

Spend $100, get a free pair of Sock It To Me socks.

Billabong

700 SW 5^th – (503) 241-5279

http://www.billabong.com/

Special Holiday promotions and giveaways.

Sephora

413 SW Morrison – (503) 224-7300

http://www.sephora.com/

Holiday look event and $100 raffle.

The Nines

525 SW Morrison – 1 (877) 229-9995

Associate Art Show showcasing the individual talents of the team with co-workers, friends, family, guests and the community. Enjoy the exhibit along with complimentary refreshments from 5-8:00 p.m. in the Nines Ballroom. Plus, enjoy a 20% discount by using the SET number 388080 when you make online reservations at http://www.thenines.com

For more information about Holidate with Downtown visit: http://downtownportland.org/holidate-2012/

Pin It to Win It Pinterest Contest

If wine tastings and trunk shows aren’t enough, Downtown Portland is also offering shoppers a chance to win holiday gifts with the “Pin It to Win It” Pinterest contest. Head over to www.facebook.com/downtownportland and enter to win gifts from downtown restaurants, retailers and performing arts partners by visiting the “Repin to Win” app. The contest will run through Dec. 28^th with prizes announced each Friday.

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