Our Guide to Holiday Shopping in Denver
Black Friday and the holiday shopping season are right around the corner, but while the big chain stores are rolling out the deals, we know Denver’s got a lot more to offer. So where do you start? There are hundreds of unique shops and shopping destinations that are also gearing up for a Mile High holiday season. So today, host Bree Davies, newsletter editor Peyton Garcia, and producer Paul Karolyi get together to share their fave places around the metro area to get the perfect gift for anyone (including for yourself!).
Here are the shops we shouted out:
- Denver Christkindlmarket
- Goddess Isis Books & Gifts
- REI Flagship
- 303 Boards
- Sacred Thistle
- Casa Bonita (West Colfax or online)
- The Shop at the Gardens
- The Art District on Santa Fe
- Brass Armadillo
What do you think are the best places to shop in Denver? Let us know! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418
Paul mentioned this campaign to end witch hunts and exonerate women accused of witchcraft in history.
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