Your 2017 Guide to Shopping Local for Small Business Saturday Weekend

Black Friday is best known as the day major retailers offer serious savings on the latest gadgets, clothing, and toys. But over the past several years, small, local businesses have been getting into the mix with shopping events throughout the weekend that encourages shoppers to put their money into small businesses instead.

The movement started with the advent of Small Business Saturday in 2010, which was originally founded by American Express to support small businesses around the country. Local retailers have carried forth the initiative with special shopping events and deals the day after Black Friday every year. Many also have deals throughout the weekend, including “Plaid Friday,” an alternative campaign to Black Friday that started five years ago in Oakland, Calif., to encourage consumers to put their holiday gift dollars back into the community—and don plaid, of course.

To help you plan your Black Friday and Small Business Saturday shop-local adventure, we’ve categorized locations by area to maximize your time. 

North Loop (Minneapolis):

  • Askov Finlayson: For the second year running, the menswear store with an emphasis on the outdoors once again host its Weekend of Giving during Black Friday weekend. The store will donate 10 percent of proceeds from all in store and online sales from the weekend to Climate Generation, a nonprofit that helps fight climate change. Friday–Monday @ 204 N. 1st. St. and askovfinlayson.com
  • The Foundry Home Goods: Once again, the modern home store is doing its weekend of giving event, donating 100% of profits to local charities. The boutique recently moved into a temporary, larger space while its original space undergoes construction. Friday–Sunday @ 121 N. 1st St.
  • MartinPatrick3: Save 20% storewide, including men’s clothing and accessories and home furnishings. (Some exclusions apply.) Friday–Sunday @ 212 3rd Ave. N. #106
  • Hewing Hotel: Designer Sara Goldfine Baratz of Goldfine Jewelry will showcase her holiday collection and rare discounts exclusively at this pop-up at the North Loop hotel. Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. @ 300 N. Washington Ave.
  • Atmosfere: Save 20% off your entire purchase not through Christmas when you bring in two or more non-perishable food items. Plus, enjoy refreshments on Small Business Saturday. 
  • Queen Anna: Save 15% on full-priced items, and receive luxury gift wrap services with a purchase of $150 or more, plus enjoy holiday treats. Saturday @ 109 N. 2nd St.
  • Wilson & Willy’s: The modern good store, which carries a mix of women’s and men’s clothing and accessories and home goods, is offering 20% off storewide, in store and The store will offer 15% off full-priced items, luxury gift wrap services for shoppers who spend $150 or more, and festive treats. Saturday @ 109 N. 2nd St.
  • Cooks of Crocus Hill: Receive a $50 Cooks gift card for only $40 in store only, plus in-store offers on cookware and knives. Saturday @ 208 N. 1st. St.
  • Pacifier: Save 15% baby strollers, car seats, furniture, and gear plus 20% off everything else storewide, in store only. (Some exclusions apply.) Bonus: Receive free gift wrapping from Pregnancy and Postpartum Support MN (donations suggested). Friday–Sunday @ 219 N. 2nd St. #102 

St. Anthony West & Marcy Holmes (Minneapolis):

  • The Golden Pearl Vintage: Save 20% on the stylish vintage store’s entire selection of women’s and men’s clothing and accessories, plus receive a $20-off coupon to use at a future visit with any purchase. Saturday @ 507A E. Hennepin Ave.
  • Parc: Save 20% storewide at the women’s clothing store, plus enjoy treats and drinks. (Some exclusions apply.) Friday–Sunday @ 320 E. Hennepin Ave.
    Bibelot: For “Plaid Friday,” Bibelot will open early at 9 a.m. with mystery coupons while supplies last, plus 20% off all buffalo-plaid products. Then on Saturday, save 20% on goods from select local vendors and 25% off all Baggallini, plus receive a free gift with an in-store Baggallini purchase of $85 or more while supplies last and treats while you shop. Friday & Saturday @ 23 University Ave. SE.
  • Winsome Goods: The Minneapolis-based women’s wear brand is offering 20% off the entire shop, in store and online, along with warm beverages and pop-ups from Neal Jewelry, Kollektiv Vintage, and the Blkk Hand Tintype Photobooth. Saturday from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. @ 201 6th St. SE. and winsomegoods.com

Northeast Minneapolis:

  • Hazel & Rose: The more you shop, the more you save during Hazel & Rose’s progressive sale, in store only from Friday through Sunday. The first items is 10% off, the second is 20% off, and so on up to 50% off. (Subsequent discounts on of equal or lesser value.) Plus, receive a gift with any purchase over $100 while supplies last. Red Wing Heritage goods will not be discounted, but any Red Wing purchase will receive a gift card worth the discount they would have received as part of the progressive sale. Online from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, receive 25% off site-wide at shophazelandrose.com and a gift with any purchase over $100 while supplies last. In store Friday–Sunday @ 945 Broadway St. NE. #220, and online Thursday–Monday @ shophazelandrose.com
  • Steller Hair Co: In partnership with Bumble, the hair salon is hosting a pajama drive and pop-up sale to benefit nonprofit, Women’s Advocate. Bring a new pair of pajamas, robe, or slippers for women’s and kids (or a Target gift card) and be entered to win a $200 Steller Hair gift card. Receive 20% off all hair products and with every Steller purchase of $100, receive a bonus $25, and shop goods from LipSense and Hippie Feet. Plus, enjoy giveaways, beer and bubbly, snacks, and the Bumble photo booth while you shop. Sunday from noon–4 p.m. @ 945 Broadway Ave. NE.
  • Sociable Cider Werks: Minneapolis Craft Market is popping up at the Northeast cidery for Plaid Friday and Small Business Saturday outdoor markets. On Friday, shop goods such as fair-trade jewelry, handcrafted skincare, and hand-poured candles from 14 vendors, plus enjoy new cider releases every hour, hot mulled cider for sale, and live music in celebration of Sociable’s 4th anniversary. Then on Saturday, shop handmade goods from 15 more Minnesota makers, plus local food vendors from Frank & Ernest markets both days. Friday & Saturday from noon–5 p.m. @ 1500 Fillmore St. NE., mplscraftmarket.com
  • Bauhaus Brew Labs: The 4th annual Made by Hands craft market returns to the brewery with 22 makers with goods ranging from handmade ceramics, sweets and nuts, and jewelry. Saturday from noon–6 p.m. @ 1315 Tyler St. NE. 
  • Duke Albert: The hip new Northeast home and gift boutique from Arrow cohorts Sarah Dwyer and Christopher Drees is hosting a holiday market for the weekend, with vintage threads from Moth Oddities, handmade macrame and cashmere knits, vintage jewelry from the collection of Michael Basham, and artwork. Read more about the shop on the MNMO Style blog. Saturday & Sunday @ 2516 Central Ave. NE.
  • Handsome Cycles: Save 10% on all order, 20% on orders over $299, and 30% on all bikes and orders over $599. Friday–Monday @ 1620 Central Ave. NE. #157 and handsomecycles.com
  • Northrup King Building: Shop handcrafted goods by Minnesota makers during Northrup King Building’s open studio event. A highlight includes the Larissa Loden Jewelry studio (#265), for the release of new custom designs, free gift boxing, and offering a special in-studio discount, hot mulled cider, and Cookie Cart cookies for shoppers. Visit northrupkingbuilding.com for a full list of artists. Saturday from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. @ Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St. NE.

Downtown, Northside & Loring Park (Minneapolis): 

  • Holidazzle (Loring Park): Vendors for this extensive holiday market include Faribault Woolen Mill, My Sister, Cooper & Kid, Fair Anita, Hagen & Oats, Hippy Feet, Love Your Melon, and more, plus craft beer from Fulton, Spyhouse Coffee, and hot and prepared food, plus appearances from Santa, free film screenings, and an outdoor skating rink. The market opens this weekend and runs Thursdays to Sundays through December 23. Thursday from 5-9 p.m., Friday from 5–10 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m.–10 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. @ Loring Park, holidazzle.com
  • Bespeak @ Women’s Club of Minneapolis (Loring Park): The historic venue hosts the second annual Bespeak, a holiday pop-up market featuring a broad selection of handcrafted women’s and men’s apparel, leather goods, hats, shoes, and home accents, all with sustainability and customization in mind. Items include both made-to-orders as well as grab-and-go gifts from woman-owned brands including Celina Kane and House of Gina Marie. Sunday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. @ 410 Oak St. RSVP at eventbrite.com.
  • Pacifier (Downtown): Save 15% on furniture and gear plus 20% off everything else storewide, in store only. Some exclusions apply. Friday–Sunday @ City Center Skyway, 40 S. 7th St. #260
  • W. Broadway Ave.: A group of 15 shops and small businesses are highlighted in this Black Friday and Small Business Saturday shopping event along West Broadway. Stop by businesses such as Cookie Cart, Venture North, Juxtaposition Arts, and H. White Men’s Room for exclusive offers, prizes, giveaways, and more. Friday & Saturday along W. Broadway Ave.

Uptown (Minneapolis):

  • Cliché: Save 25% off everything in store at the hip Uptown boutique, plus enjoy hot cider and a pop-up from local jewelry designer, Larissa Loden. Friday–Sunday @ 2403 Lyndale Ave. S.
  • Pharmacie: Enjoy 20% off all men’s apparel, plus mimosas while you shop on Saturday. Friday & Saturday @ 2743 Lyndale Ave. S.
  • Showroom: On Friday, the women’s boutique, which specializes in clothing and accessories by local designers, will offer sips, snacks, and giveaways, including hand-dyed tea towels by Kindred Folk for the first ten shoppers and drawings for five gift cards valued at $25 to $150. Then on Saturday, receive $100 gift certificates for $75, free gift wrapping, and discounts of 20-30% off select goods, plus enjoy free mini tarot readings and apothecary goods by mayamade, live music, and holiday wine pairings. Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. @ 615 W. Lake St.
  • Aura Boutique: The trendy women’s boutique is offering select goods marked from $20 to $30 plus take 30% off full-price goods, including home decor and gifts. Friday @ 2447 Hennepin Ave. S.
  • June: The designer resale store is offering exclusive deals for two days as well as gifts with purchase, mimosas, and treats. Friday & Saturday @ 3406 Lyndale Ave. S.
  • The Store at Mia: Shoppers will receive 20% off all purchases and complimentary coffee and treats from Agra Culture Cafe, and My Mia members will receive an additional 10% off storewide. Plus, tickets for Mia’s exhibition, Eyewitness Views: Making History in 18th-century Europe will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Friday from 6–10 a.m. @ The Store at Mia, 2400 3rd Ave. S.

South Minneapolis:

  • Forage Modern Workshop (Longfellow): Take 20% off all purchases of $100 or more, in store and online with code GIFTSAREFUN. Friday–Monday @ 4023 E. Lake St. and foragemodernworkshop.com
  • Dumpling (Longfellow): Shop unique jewelry, prints, and ceramics by local design quintet, There There Collective, at this Small Business Saturday pop-up alongside vintage clothing finds from Double Peace Studio and local print artist Casey Deming, plus enjoy Dumpling’s brunch and $3 mimosas while you shop. Saturday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. @ 4004 Minnehaha Ave. S.
  • Primp (Nokomis): Local women’s cheap-chic retailer, Primp, is hosting three days of events at all of its locations. Shoppers can pull a discount at the register to receive 10%-50% off their purchase that day, and to use again on a purchase during the month of December. The retailer will also have new merchandise, giveaways, sips, and treats all weekend. All week long, online shoppers can “spin a wheel” to get a discount on orders, and on Cyber Monday, the entire site will be 10% off, plus an additional 30% off sale merchandise and free shipping. Friday–Sunday @ 4755 Chicago Ave. and primpyourself.com
  • Carver Junk Co. (Nokomis): On Friday, both locations host a hot cocoa bar, deals, giveaways, and treats. On Saturday, shop handcrafted goods from nearly 100 artisans, and enter to win a $50 gift card. Plus, the store will donate 10% of all Carver Junk’s gift guide item sales to Sponsor a Family MN. Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m.–7 p.m. @ 4748 Chicago Ave.
  • 14 Hill Gift Shop (Nokomis): The retailer will be donating a percentage of sales to families in need. Saturday @ 4737 Chicago Ave. S. #2
  • Mend Provisions (Powderhorn): Save 20% on all clothing, plus 10% off in-stock fishing rods, reels, and waders, and buy-one-get-one fishing caps. Friday–Sunday @ 2719 E. 42nd St.
  • Valentine Wood Interiors (Nokomis): On Small Business Saturday, the modern antiques and home store is hosting an art reception featuring fashion photographer Nicole Feest in collaboration with Ashley Mary Art + Design and Wide Eyed Legless, black and white Icelandic landscapes by Eli Bartz, abstract expressionist paintings by Travis Stearns, and architectural photography by Carrie Charest Valentine. Saturday from 5–8 p.m. @ 733 E. 48th St.
    Seen the Future (Corcoran): Save 10% off everything at this artist-run project space and craft market storefront, plus giveaways, snacks, and drinks. Saturday from noon–7 p.m. @ 2223 E. 35th St.
  • Blooma (Tangletown): The yoga studio’s Minneapolis location hosts a day of shopping with a pop-up from stylish Minnesota-made goods, including A Mano ceramics, jewelry from Liz P. Jewelry and silvercocoon, natural beauty products by Julia Elise and Beautycounter, and baby goods by Baroque Bambino, plus $10 yoga classes at all three Blooma locations. Saturday from 7 a.m.–12:45 p.m. @ Blooma, 5315 Lyndale Ave. S.
  • Cake Plus-Size Resale (Hale): Enjoy discounts of up to 50%, new holiday additions, free cake pops, and bubbly, plus a portion of sales from the weekend will be donated to a community nonprofit. Saturday from 10 a.m.–8 p.m. @ 5155 Bloomington Ave.

Linden Hills (Minneapolis):

  • Bibelot: On “Plaid” Friday, Bibelot will open at 9 a.m. with mystery coupons while supplies last and 20% off all buffalo-plaid products. Then on Saturday, save 20% on goods from select local vendors and 25% off all Baggallini, plus receive a free gift with an in-store Baggallini purchase of $85 or more while supplies last and treats while you shop. Friday & Saturday @ 4315 S. Upton Ave.
  • Lily & Violet: The women’s boutique hosts a cocktail mixer with 25% off all full-priced tops and sweaters, plus four prizes will be given for those who collect stamps at four neighborhood shops, including Lily & Violet, Brown and Greene Floral Market, Victory, and the Linden Tree. Saturday from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (cocktails begin at noon) @ 3414 W. 44th St.
  • Linden Hills Farmers Market @ Sunnyside Gardens: Produced in partnership with the Minneapolis Craft Market, the Linden Hills Holiday Market features handcrafted goods and food items from more than 60 vendors every Sunday inside the Sunnyside Gardens greenhouse. Sunday from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. @ 3723 44th St. W., mplscraftmarket.com
  • Flotsam + Fork Pop-up at St. Genevieve: Flotsam+Fork, the Minneapolis-based home & kitchenware importers, will be on-hand with an assortment of their exceptional objects from overseas, including a considered selection of French knives, European linens, and Catalonian cutlery. Friday & Saturday from 2-5 p.m. @ St. Genevieve, 5003 Bryant Ave. S.

St. Louis Park:

  • Ciel Loft & Home: Save 12% storewide at the global-inspired, modern home store, plus some in-store surprises. Saturday @ 4415 Excelsior Blvd.
  • Habitation Furnishing + Design: In an effort to support other small businesses, Habitation is running a special promotion: If you send $500 or more at Habitation, you get a $50 gift card for Mill Valley Kitchen. Saturday @ 4317 Excelsior Blvd.
    Primp: Local women’s cheap-chic retailer, Primp, is hosting three days of events at all of its locations. Shoppers can pull a discount at the register to receive 10%-50% off their purchase that day, and to use again on a purchase during the month of December. The retailer will also have new merchandise, giveaways, sips, and treats all weekend. All week long, online shoppers can “spin a wheel” to get a discount on orders, and on Cyber Monday, the entire site will be 10% off, plus an additional 30% off sale merchandise and free shipping. Friday–Sunday @ 1628 West End Blvd. and primpyourself.com
  • Navab Brothers Oriental Rugs: The store is offering hundreds of rugs at discounts below market prices for one day only. Friday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. @ 4409 Excelsior Blvd.
  • Opitz Outlet: The first 200 customers who make a purchase on receive a $5 gift card, plus free $25 gift card drawings every hour and free gift boxes with purchases of $50 or more. Black Friday discounts are TBA. Wednesday @ 4320 Excelsior Blvd.

Edina

  • Winter Market @ Edina 5-0 Mall: 50th & France kicks off the holiday shopping season this weekend with a tree lighting ceremony, strolling carolers, and weekly winter pop-up markets featuring handcrafted gifts from local artists and makers. Saturday from 1-5 p.m. between Title Nine and Annika Bridal on W. 50th St., 50thandfrance.com
    Equation: The women’s and home store is hosting a day before Thanksgiving sale, offering 40% off the first two items and 25% off all additional purchases in store only. Online shoppers can receive 25% off site-wide with code THANKFULFORYOU. Then on Saturday, save 20% off storewide in store and online with code SUPPORTSMALL. Wednesday & Saturday @ 5045 France Ave. S. and equationmn.com
    Parc: Save 20% storewide at the women’s clothing store. (Some exclusions apply.) Friday–Sunday @ 5023 France Ave. S.
  • Pacifier: Save 15% on furniture and gear plus 20% off everything else storewide, in store only. Some exclusions apply. Friday–Sunday @ 4942 France Ave. S.
  • Vibrance Med Spa: Receive 20% off all skincare treatments on Cyber Monday. Stop in or call for an appointment and receive 20% that appointment. Monday @ 5126 Edina Industrial Blvd., Edina, 952-835-9000, vibrancemedspaedina.com

Galleria (Edina)

  • Roe Wolfe: The women’s retailer will be offering a scratch-off discount for the first 50 shoppers of 10% to 50% off at the register, a $100 gift card giveaway each day, and an additional 20% off sale items. Friday & Saturday @ 3175 Galleria
  • Allure Intimate Apparel: Save $20 on purchases of $100 or more. Friday @ 3400 Galleria
  • Dugo: Receive a gift with purchase at the women’s wear retailer, take an additional 50% off the sale rack, a French Kande Jewelry trunk show, and a pop-up from Linda Richards. Friday–Monday @ 3595 Galleria
  • Lili Salon Spa: Purchase a $150 or more Lili gift card and receive a gift with purchase of a full-size product or $25 retail gift card. Saturday @ 3464 Galleria
  • Melly: Save 20% storewide (excludes Moncler). Saturday @ 3327 Galleria
  • Pumpz & Co.: Save 30% storewide on shoes, handbags, and accessories, plus swag bags for the first 25 shoppers to make a purchase. Friday–Sunday @ 3511 Galleria
  • Scandia Down: Save 20% on down comforters and pillows. Saturday @ 3505 Galleria
  • Scheherazade Jewelers: The fine jewelry store hosts a Laura Lombardi Jewelry trunk show plus special savings throughout the weekend. Friday–Sunday @ 3525 W. 69th St.
  • Twill: Save 25% storewide (excludes Alden shoes). Friday from 9 a.m.–noon only @ 3295 Galleria

Mall of America (Bloomington):

  • Mona Williams: The store will have a broad selection of accessories marked at 50% off, plus CatLab cashmere at 33% off and in-store demos of some of the retailer’s favorite products. Saturday @ 133 W. Market

St. Paul:

  • Idun (Cathedral Hill): Save 20% storewide, in store and online with code GRATITUDE, plus complimentary juice from Truce Juice and coffee from Nina’s Coffee Cafe. Friday–Monday @ 495 Selby Ave. and shopidun.com
  • BlackBlue (Cathedral Hill): Save 20% storewide in store and online at the heritage-geared men’s and women’s wear retailer. In store Friday–Sunday @ 614 Selby Ave. & Thursday–Monday online @ blkblu.com
  • Gem Salon + Spa (Cathedral Hill): Enjoy snacks and sips along with 25% off all retail products, including Oribe, Bumble & Bumble, R+Co., and Dermalogica. Saturday from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. @ 526 Selby Ave. 
    Valise Boutique and Apothecary (Mac-Groveland): Save 20% off all skincare and makeup collections plus take advantage of a special surprise offer in store. Saturday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. @ 244 Albert St. S.
  • Stephanie’s (Highland Park): Save 20% storewide all weekend at the women’s boutique, plus enter to win drawings for a pair of Rebecca Minkoff shoes, jewelry, and fragrances, in store only. Friday–Sunday @ 735 Cleveland Ave. S.
  • Flirt Boutique (Selby & Snelling): The luxe lingerie and loungwear boutique is offering a free travel-size Laundress delicate wash with a $100 purchase or a Hanky Panky thong with a $250 purchase both Friday & Saturday, plus free treats and champagne on Saturday. Friday & Saturday @ 177 Snelling Ave. N.
  • Pacifier (Highland Park): Save 15% on furniture and gear plus 20% off everything else storewide, in store only. Some exclusions apply. Friday–Sunday @ 714 Cleveland Ave. S.
  • Primp (Cathedral Hill): Local women’s cheap-chic retailer, Primp, is hosting three days of events at all of its locations. Shoppers can pull a discount at the register to receive 10%-50% off their purchase that day, and to use again on a purchase during the month of December. The retailer will also have new merchandise, giveaways, sips, and treats all weekend. All week long, online shoppers can “spin a wheel” to get a discount on orders, and on Cyber Monday, the entire site will be 10% off, plus an additional 30% off sale merchandise and free shipping. Friday–Sunday @ 618 Selby Ave. and primpyourself.com
  • Bibelot (Grand Ave. & Como Ave.): For “Plaid Friday,” Bibelot will open early at 9 a.m. with mystery coupons while supplies last, plus 20% off all buffalo-plaid products. Then on Saturday, save 20% on goods from select local vendors and 25% off all Baggallini, plus receive a free gift with an in-store Baggallini purchase of $85 or more while supplies last and treats while you shop. Friday & Saturday @ 2276 Como Ave. & 1082 Grand Ave.
  • Atelier957 (Grand Ave.): Save 30% on all merchandise in store and online at the stylish women’s boutique, plus enter a giveaway in store for a $150 gift card (no purchase necessary), and nosh on snacks and beverages. Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. @ 957 Grand Ave. and atelier957.com
  • Cooks of Crocus Hill (Grand Ave.): Receive a $50 Cooks gift card for only $40 in store only, plus in-store offers on cookware and knives. Saturday @ 877 Grand Ave.

Excelsior:

  • Golden Rule: The maker-oriented boutique will host special guests 1130forever, Dinosaur Hampton, Esther Clark Illustration & Calligraphy, Minny & Paul, Victoria Campbell, and Willful Goods, plus free espresso drinks from Coffee Cart MPLS from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. @ 350 Water St.
  • Gray Home + Lifestyle: The home goods store celebrates two years of business with a Small Business Saturday event featuring a lingerie and loungewear pop-up from Edina boutique, Room No. 3, and Bogart’s Doughnut Co treats. Saturday @ Gray Home + Lifestyle, 366 Water St.
  • Ace General Store: The new heritage-driven men’s lifestyle store from the founders of Solid Manufacturing Co. hosts its grand opening this weekend with live music from Family Three, a Brandon Werth photography exhibition, and complimentary bites and drinks. Find out more about the store on the MNMO Style blogSaturday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. @ 356 Water St.
  • Brightwater Clothing & Gear: The shop hosts a Glassbaby trunk show over Thanksgiving weekend. 10% of sales from the brand’s collorful glass votives benefits the Angel Foundation of Minnesota. Friday–Sunday @ 256 Water St.
  • Primp: Local women’s cheap-chic retailer, Primp, is hosting three days of events at all of its locations. Shoppers can pull a discount at the register to receive 10%-50% off their purchase that day, and to use again on a purchase during the month of December. The retailer will also have new merchandise, giveaways, sips, and treats all weekend. All week long, online shoppers can “spin a wheel” to get a discount on orders, and on Cyber Monday, the entire site will be 10% off, plus an additional 30% off sale merchandise and free shipping. Friday–Sunday @ 50 Water St. and primpyourself.com
  • Excelsior Christkindlmarkt: This annual three-day event inspired by the traditional German Christkindlmarkt open-air holiday festival features handcrafted gifts, live reindeer, music, parades, and more. Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m.–7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. @ the parking lot behind Excelsior Brewing Co., 421 3rd St., excelsiorchristkindlsmarkt.co

Wayzata:

  • La Petite Parfurmerie: Save 20% off Nest candles and diffusers and 20% off Diptyque candles and perfumes. Saturday @ 755 Lake St. E.
    44 North Boutique: Save 20% on all outdoor women’s apparel. Saturday @ 823 Lake St. E.

Minnetonka:

  • Opitz Outlet: The first 200 customers who make a purchase on receive a $5 gift card, plus free $25 gift card drawings every hour and free gift boxes with purchases of $50 or more. Black Friday discounts are TBA. Wednesday @ 17575 MN-7

More suburbs:

  • Golden Age Design: Save 10% off a purchase of $500 and under, 15% off purchases of $500–$1,000, 25% off purchaes of $1,000–$2,500, and 25% off purchases of $2,500 or more on the store’s refined selection of mid-century modern home furnishings. Friday from noon–6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. & Sunday from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. @ 4157 W. Broadway Ave., Robbinsdale
  • Sven Original Clogs: The Sven Original Clogs factory is hosting an outlet sale over Black Friday weekend, with deals including $40 and $65 clogs, and $99 clog boots. Plus, save 15% on all in-stock clogs, clog boots, in-stock gifts including purses, jewelry, and blankets, and 20% off clearance. Online shoppers can save 20% off orders with code THANKS. Wednesday from 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m.–5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. @ 10,000 Lake Blvd., Chisago City and svensclogs.com
  • Primp: Local women’s cheap-chic retailer, Primp, is hosting three days of events at all of its locations. Shoppers can pull a discount at the register to receive 10%-50% off their purchase that day, and to use again on a purchase during the month of December. The retailer will also have new merchandise, giveaways, sips, and treats all weekend. All week long, online shoppers can “spin a wheel” to get a discount on orders, and on Cyber Monday, the entire site will be 10% off, plus an additional 30% off sale merchandise and free shipping. Friday–Sunday @ various locations in Woodbury, White Bear Lake, Mankato, Rochester and primpyourself.com  
  • Carver Junk Co.: On Friday, both locations host a hot cocoa bar, deals, giveaways, and treats. On Saturday, shop handcrafted goods from nearly 100 artisans, and enter to win a $50 gift card. Plus, the store will donate 10% of all Carver Junk’s gift guide item sales to Sponsor a Family MN. Friday & Saturday from 10 a.m.–7 p.m. @ 206 N. Chestnut, Chaska
  • Cooks of Crocus Hill: Receive a $50 Cooks gift card for only $40 in store only, plus in-store offers on cookware and knives. Saturday @ 324 S. Main St., Stillwater

Online only: 

  • Stephanie Lake Design: With the purchase of any one-of-a-kind jewelry piece by designer Stephanie Lake, shoppers receive 20% of the cost of the item to use toward a future purchase. (Spend $250, earn $50; spend $500, earn $100; and so on.) Now through Saturday @ stephanielakedesign.com
  • Jennifer Merchant Design: For the first time ever, Minneapolis designer Jennifer Merchant is offering her distinctive, one-of-a-kind layered acrylic jewelry online at deeply discounted prices. For four days only, every piece on her website will be 20% to 70% off. Begins at 12 a.m. on Friday, runs through 11:59 p.m. on Monday @ jennifermerchantdesign.com
  • Love Your Melon: For Small Business Saturday weekend, the do-gooding brand known for its knit hats is working to raise $1 million for the fight against pediatric cancer. The brand is partnering with three small businesses to give shoppers a surprise gifts with each new product release. On Thanksgiving, the brand is also releasing its new Family Packs with a variety of gift pack options. Plus, receive free shipping on all orders. Friday–Monday @ loveyourmelon.com 
  • Willful Goods: Save 25% at checkout on all home goods by the Minneapolis-based brand with code FRIYAY, now through Friday; code SMALLBIZ for free shipping on Saturday; code GET10GIVE10 on Sunday to get a $10 gift card for yourself and a $10 gift card to give; and CYBER30 for 30% off everything on Cyber Monday. Now through Monday @ willfulgoods.com
  • Sanborn Canoe Co.: Save 20% to 40% now through Cyber Monday. Use code HOHOHO for 20% off for a site-wide discounts; select items will already have a percentage taken off bringing the savings up to 40% off. While the sale excludes canoes, Sanborn is offering two free paddles of your choice with each canoe purchase through the end of the year. Now through Monday @ sanborncanoe.com
  • Goldfinch: Save 20% on select scarves and shawls handcrafted by artisans. Now through midnight on Monday @ goldfinchblankets.com