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Want your gifting to really matter? Shop local this holiday.

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For every $100 you spend at a small business in Alexandria, $53 stays in our local economy and makes our town a better place.

“And come celebrate with your neighbors at these local holiday events too!”

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When you spend money at a local, independent retailer, more than half your money stays right here in our community, which makes it a better place for all of us. So before you click “Add to Cart”, consider browsing some original, curated gift ideas from the businesses right here in town.

Here are some great places to start:

DOWNTOWN ALEXANDRIA
Stop into our downtown Alexandria shops and boutiques.

MINNESOTA MADE

Saturday
November 25, 12–5 pm

Bold North Cellars

ALEXANDRIA CHRISTMAS MARKET

Saturdays
November 25 & December 2
10 am–2 pm

Big Ole Park

 

And come celebrate with your neighbors at these local holiday events too!

HOLIDAY TABLES LUNCHEON

Saturday
December 2, 11 am–1 pm
-Reservations Required-

Alexandria Senior Center

CHRISTMAS IN THE FORT

Friday
November 24, 3–6 pm

Runestone Museum Foundation

PARADE OF TREES
Friday
November 24, 3–6 pm

Saturday and Sunday
Nov 25–26, 5–8 pm

The BoatHouse at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum

LIGHTS ON BROADWAY HOLIDAY PARADE

Friday
November 24, 5:30 pm

Downtown Alexandria on Broadway Street

GARDEN OF LIGHTS WALKING LIGHT TOUR

Thursdays–Sundays
November 25–December 31

Legacy of The Lakes Museum

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