CHICAGO, Dec. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Holidays return to 900 North Michigan Shops with its signature, elevated take on seasonal favorites. Once again, designer-inspired décor abounds, a majestic, 50’ tall Christmas tree holds court, and holiday music plays throughout while art-forward, seasonal imagery projects from the digital canopy overhead, transforming the multilevel retail destination into a veritable, winter wonderland. Holiday activations include photos with Santa on a magical sleigh ride, a season-long holiday happy hour, appearances by a most life-like elf, and holiday offerings from the on-premise food hall, Aster Hall. All is done with the goal of not only delighting guests but helping raise money for a worthy cause. A portion of proceeds will enable 900 North Michigan Shops to donate $25,000 to Make-A-Wish this year.
Holiday Activations at 900 Shops
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Celebrate the season with a photo with Santa, on a magical sleighride through a winter wonderland! Reservation Only: Click here to reserve
DATES: Every day through Christmas Eve
TIME: Noon – 6PM
LOCATION: Level 3
VISUALS: Click here for images of photos with Santa:
TWILIGHT SHOPPING: HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR
This hybrid of happy hour and shopping elevates the traditional, Christmas shopping experience. Dimmed, ambient lighting takes over, designer-inspired holiday décor is showcased, seasonal music fills the air, and guests can savor craft cocktails, wine, or champagne while shopping.
DATES: Daily through Christmas Eve
TIME: 4PM-7PM
LOCATION: Alcohol permitted on Levels 2- 6, and available for purchase at:
- Level 2 – The Marble Bar, located at the top of the escalators. This satellite bar will be open every Friday in the month of December
- Level 5 – Aster Hall, open every day
- Level 6 – Top Golf Swing Suite and Aster Hall, open every day
VISUALS: Click here for images of Twilight Shopping:
THE REAL ELF
The Real Elf – the life-like holiday is on hand to playfully welcome all who enter 900 Shops and “take an Elfie.” From time to time, he may have an extra surprise up his sleeve as well!
DATES:
- Thursday, Dec 16
- Saturday, Dec 18
- Thursday, Dec 23
TIME: 2PM-6PM
LOCATION: Michigan Avenue Entry
VISUALS:
Click here for images of The Real Elf at 900 Shops. Click here for video of The Real Elf.
ASTER HALL
The chef-driven food hall of 900 Shops will be offering a variety of holiday-themed desserts to guests from The Chocolate Bar. Custom cake and dessert orders will also be available for gifting and hosting needs. Bar & Study, Aster’s well-appointed lounge area, has been decorated for the holidays and provides a festive, candlelit atmosphere to gather friends, family, or colleagues for a cup of cheer.
DATES: Open daily
TIMES:
- The Chocolate Bar: 11AM-7:45PM
- Bar & Study: 12PM-8PM
LOCATION:
- Level 5 - The Chocolate Bar
- Level 6 – Bar & Study
Click here for images of décor and lighting of Aster Hall, and other areas.
For more information on any of the above holiday activations at 900 North Michigan Shops, please visit shop900.com
About 900 North Michigan Shops
900 North Michigan Shops, located on the first seven levels of the 67-story mixed-use 900 North Michigan skyscraper, is the iconic anchor at the nexus of the Magnificent Mile & Gold Coast. Within the architecturally stunning 450,000 square-feet lifestyle retail space, anchored by Bloomingdales, are more than 70 luxe retailers, including a two-level Gucci, MaxMara, Montblanc, Tesla, BONOBOS, Sur La Table, and Aritzia. A 22,000-square-foot, chef-driven food hall, Aster Hall, offers guests a food emporium and handcrafted cocktails, and Topgolf Swing Suite offer guests simulated sports gaming experiences in an inviting lounge setting. 900 North Michigan Shops is owned by an affiliate of JMB Realty Corporation. Real-time updates are available on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, or visit www.shop900.com.
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