Celebrate the Holiday Season
Media & Community Advisory: Celebrate the Holiday Season at Outlets of Des Moines
What: Outlets of Des Moines will welcome holiday visitors with a variety of experiences for the entire family including a FREE photo with Santa, Breakfast with Santa, the annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony, Angel Tree, and more!
When: Dec. 1 through Dec. 24, 2018
Where: 801 Bass Pro Drive NW, Altoona, IA 50009
Angel Tree, Now – Dec. 24
Outlets of Des Moines is partnering with Kids Café for their annual holiday giving event. Shoppers can select an angel ornament from the tree, purchase the gift and drop it off at the Customer Service Desk. Kids Café provides holiday assistance to needy families in central Iowa. Located in the Food Pavilion near Santa.
Free Santa Photo, Now – Dec. 24
Every visitor at Outlets of Des Moines will receive two FREE 4” x 6” Santa photo prints, and a high resolution digital download of a single image. Additional photos and Christmas merchandise will be available for purchase. One giveaway per family, per Christmas season. Some restrictions may apply. Valid through December 24, 2018. For more information, visit www.OutletsofDesMoines.com.
Free Santa Photo Hours, Now – Dec. 24
Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Monday through Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Free Santa Photo for Children with Special Healthcare Needs, Nov. 30, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Santa has set aside this special time to meet children with Autism and other Special Healthcare Needs (and their brothers and sisters). Visitors will receive two FREE 4” x 6” Santa photo prints, and a high resolution digital download of a single image. Reserve your spot for a private photo experience at: MarketingDSM@OutletsofDesMoines.com.
Midwest Vendor Market, Dec. 1, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Outlets of Des Moines will host over 30 vendors and makers from throughout the Midwest. Located across from
VF Outlet.
Free Pet Photos, Dec. 2, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Bring your furry friend and get two FREE 4” x 6” Santa photo prints, and a high resolution digital download of a single image. Guests are encouraged to support the Animal Rescue League with a suggested $5 donation. All pets must be on a leash, in a carrier, or held by the owner at all times. Located across from Vera Bradley.
Menorah Lighting, Dec. 2, at 5:00 p.m.
In partnership with Chabad of Lubavitch of Iowa, join us for the 2nd Annual Chanukah Celebration. Enjoy entertainment, menorah lighting, crafts, latkes, doughnuts & more. Located next to the outdoor fireplace just outside the Food Pavilion.
Pints & Poses, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Melt away holiday stress. Reserve your spot for a 45-minute yoga session by Anytime Fitness accompanied by a craft beer of your choice from Brightside Aleworks. Class is $10 (cash only) at the door which includes the yoga and craft beer. Bring a winter clothes item to be donated to Kids Café and the fee for the class will be waived. Located next to ASICS. Bring your own mat. Must be 21 to participate. RSVP required: MarketingDSM@OutletsofDesMoines.com.
Breakfast with Santa, Dec. 8, 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Enjoy breakfast with Santa! Children 12 and under will enjoy a jolly good time including holiday crafts, face painting and balloon art. Space is limited. RSVP required: MarketingDSM@OutletsofDesMoines.com.
Sip & Shop, Dec. 13, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join Outlets of Des Moines for a festive evening of holiday shopping and socializing! Stop in our Break Away Lounge to sample light appetizers and wine from Summerset Winery. Every guest will receive an Outlets of Des Moines coupon book along with additional coupons from Outlets of Des Moines retailers.
For more information on holiday events at Outlets of Des Moines, please visit www.OutletsofDesMoines.com and follow Outlets of Des Moines on Facebook @OutletsofDesMoines, Twitter, @OutletsofDSM and Instagram @OutletsofDSM.