Shopping Savings: Creative Kidstuff Events

Creative Kidstuff—the award-winning toy store that helps families play—has been the destination for holiday shopping in the Twin Cities for more than 30 years.  Creative Kidstuff is once again rolling out a series of events to help families in the community celebrate the holidays and give the Just Right Gift to the people they love.

Holiday Preview Sale

Creative Kidstuff is hosting its first-ever holiday preview sale at all Creative Kidstuff locations and online to offer shoppers a first look at Creative Kidstuff’s 2013 toys. It’s a great opportunity for shoppers to tackle their holiday shopping list before the holidays and receive 25% off their entire purchase.

When: Friday, Oct. 18 through Sunday, Oct. 20

Where: all Creative Kidstuff locations

Online Code: sale25

Star Workshop

Creative Kidstuff is bringing together local children ages 5-15 and their parents to support Make-A-Wish® Minnesota this holiday. Each star will be sold for $1 on Black Friday at Creative Kidstuff in the Galleria. For every hand-decorated star Creative Kidstuff sells 100% of proceeds will go to Make-a-Wish.

When:

Friday, Nov. 15, 4:00PM-7:30PM

Saturday, Nov. 16, 10:00AM-5:30PM

Where: Galleria | 3555 69^th St. | Edina, MN 55423

Cost: free to attend, registration required

All Wrapped Up Personal Shopping

Make an appointment to shop with a toy expert at any Creative Kidstuff location.  Shoppers will receive the undivided attention of a CK toy expert who is genuinely interested in helping select the very best toys for all the amazing kids on a shopping list. Shoppers will also save 20% on the entire purchase made during the appointment and get it all gift wrapped for free.

When: Monday, Nov. 18 through Wednesday, Nov. 20, during store hours

Where: all Creative Kidstuff locations

Cost: free to attend, registration required, space is limited

Early Bird and Night Owl Shopping Events

These reservation-only events let shoppers sneak in before store hours to do some serious shopping. Shoppers can avoid the hectic crowds and save 20% on their entire purchase. Creative Kidstuff will wrap it all up for free in its signature gift wrap. Space is limited and these fill up fast so book the babysitter today!

When: Saturday, Nov. 23

Early Bird Shopping: 7-9AM

Night Owl Shopping: 7-9PM

Where: all Creative Kidstuff locations

Cost: free to attend, registration required

Mystery Discount Day

This is the best time to stock up for the holidays or splurge on one big purchase. Shoppers choose a mystery discount chip for 10-30 percent off their entire purchase.  Limit one mystery chip per family, may not be used with other offers and is only available on in-stock items.

When: Friday, Nov. 29

Where: all Creative Kidstuff locations, stores open at 10AM

Cost: free to attend

Fingerprint Memories

Like snowflakes, fingerprints are one of a kind. Children can create a unique design on a tile that makes a perfect gift for family members and a cherished keepsake. Appointments are required and taken in 15 minutes increments.  Call desired Creative Kidstuff location to make an appointment.

When: Sunday, Dec. 8 through Tuesday, Dec. 10

Where: all Creative Kidstuff locations

Cost: free to attend, registration required

Local Store Events:

Galleria Open House – Friday, Nov. 8 through Sunday, Nov. 10 – Galleria

Cookies, Cocoa and Stories with Dorothy – Friday, Nov. 8, 6:30-7:30PM – Galleria

Creative Kidstuff Crafts – Saturday, Nov. 9, 10AM-2PM – Galleria

Creative Kidstuff Crafts – Sunday, Nov. 10, 12-4PM – Galleria

Santa’s Magical Workshop - Saturday, Nov. 30 – Maple Grove

Kids’ Night on Broadway – Thursday, Dec. 5 – St. Paul

Grand Meander – Saturday, Dec. 7 – St. Paul

Hometown Sparkle and Jingle Parade – Saturday, Dec. 7 – Maple Grove

Reindeer Day – Saturday, Dec. 7 – Minneapolis

For more information and updates on holiday events and activities, log onto www.creativekidstuff.com.