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Today is our favorite day of the year– Small Bus

Today is our favorite day of the year– Small Business Saturday! We love celebrating the amazing local shops and businesses that make Downtown Iowa City so special. When you shop small, you’re making a big impact on our community—and to spread the holiday cheer, we surprised a few lucky shoppers with ICDD gift cards as a thank-you for supporting local today! 💛

Visit Downtown and shop our unique stores for one-of-a-kind finds and support the friendly faces of the neighbors who make it all happen. Let’s show them some love this holiday season!

While you’re out shopping, don’t miss out on more festive holiday programming that begins today:
 🎅 Santa at the Chauncey: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 🚜 Free Tractor Wagon Rides with @hillsbank: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 🧸 Teddy Bear Room at Hilton Garden Inn: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 🎄 Downtown Hunt for the Elves: A fun scavenger hunt around downtown!

Shop small, support local, and enjoy everything Downtown Iowa City has to offer! ✨

Shop the Downtown Holiday Pop-Up Market with this

Shop the Downtown Holiday Pop-Up Market with this weekend’s vendors:

@mollyscupcakesic : Sweet treats galore! Grab cupcakes, holiday treats and DIY Gingerbread House Kits. Don’t forget to decorate your own cupcake to take home! Also shop @minkandbobby.studio jewelry, hand-poured candles by Hazel Ralston, Art by @andrea.smisek.gage, and @dodgestreetcoffeehouse

@benosflowers : Holiday décor and ornaments that will make your season sparkle. Perfect for gifts or adding cheer to your home!

@223vintageco : Vintage goods and holiday knick-knacks. Treat yourself to some self-care with Moon Warmers and shop a variety of adorable holiday bird houses.

@wilsonsfarmic will also be selling Christmas trees at the market with home delivery options available!

Get ready for some cuddly fun! The Downtown Teddy

Get ready for some cuddly fun! The Downtown Teddy Bear Room opens this Saturday, and it’s the perfect place for families and kids of all ages! ✨

🗓 November 30th - December 31st
⏰ 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. daily
📍 Hilton Garden Inn – Grab a key at the front desk head up to room 1105

Come snuggle up with your favorite furry friends in this cozy, bear-tastic space! Capture the magic with adorable photos, and enjoy some quality family time. We can’t wait to see you for the softest, snuggliest adventure in town. 🧸

🎅🏼 Santa Saturdays in Downtown Iowa City 🎅🏼

🗓 Saturdays – Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, & 2
⏰ 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
📍 The Chauncey with @icfilmscene and @sparemeic

Bring the whole family to enjoy the free fun and snap your own photos to keep the memories!

Hop aboard and celebrate the season with FREE trac

Hop aboard and celebrate the season with FREE tractor wagon rides, thanks to @hillsbank.

Family and friends can enjoy a festive ride through the downtown streets in a wagon decorated by @benosflowers and pulled by a tractor from @bassfarmsllc. Rides are first-come, first-serve and leave every 15 minutes. Candy canes and cozy blankets make the ride even sweeter!

🗓 Saturdays – Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, & 2 
⏰ 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
📍 Hills Bank (Washington & Clinton Streets)

Don’t miss this fun holiday tradition make the most of these magical Saturdays in Downtown Iowa City.

🎁✨ It’s the most wonderful time of the year

🎁✨ It’s the most wonderful time of the year—Small Business Saturday is here! This Saturday, November 30th, let’s come together to celebrate and support the local gems that make Downtown Iowa City so magical. ❤️

Whether you’re finding the perfect gift, savoring a cozy meal, or enjoying live entertainment, every dollar spent downtown strengthens our community and keeps our streets vibrant year-round. 🌟

And here’s an early holiday gift just for you: FREE PARKING in all downtown ramps this Saturday, courtesy of the @cityofiowacity!

Let’s shop small, support big, and make this season the most meaningful one yet.

#SmallBusinessSaturday #ShopDowntownIC #ShopSmall #SupportLocal

Get ready for some holiday magic. Santa is making

Get ready for some holiday magic. Santa is making his first stop in Downtown Iowa City this Saturday, November 30th, from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at @sparemeic and @icfilmscene in the Chauncey (404 E. College St.).

Bring your little ones to share their wishlists, drop off letters for Santa, and capture some festive photos—all for FREE!

If you can’t make it, Santa will be back the next three Saturdays, December 7th, 14th, and 21st.

See you downtown for more holiday cheer!🎄

Snuggle up in the Teddy Bear Room at the Hilton Ga

Snuggle up in the Teddy Bear Room at the Hilton Garden Inn for Teddy Bear Story Time! In partnership with the @iowacitypubliclibrary, this special morning event invites little ones to enjoy stories that bring these fluffy, traditional, and timeless companions to life. Featuring charming tales like “Teddy Bear Postman” and “The Case of the Twin Teddy Bears,” books will be read amongst hundreds of teddy bear stuffed animals. This story time is designed for children ages 2-5, however all ages are welcome.

WHERE?
@hiltongardeninn (328 S Clinton St)

WHEN?
🐻Tuesday, December 3 @ 9:30am
🐻Tuesday, December 10 @ 9:30am
🐻Tuesday, December 17 @ 9:30am
*Story time will take about 30 minutes

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