MN Mommas - Hollidazzle?

Re: MN Mommas - Hollidazzle?

• Kelly1109 member

  November 2013

  I went a few years ago before the 2 little ones.  We took my stepdaughter there.  I got passes for the heated tent area which was so nice because it was cold out and they served hot chocolate in the tented area. 

  It was fun.  I'm sure my LO's would love it and we should probably try to take them sometime this year. 

  It does get crowded on certain days, so I would definitely plan ahead.  I have heard there are places like inside Macy's where you can sit inside and watch the parade, but can't remember exactly where.  I know the year we went we went to Kieran's for dinner and the servers there had passes to the heated tent that they tried to give to us (we didn't take then since we already  had ours). 

  Maybe post on the Minneapolis board?  I'm sure there are plenty of momma's on there that would have more insight

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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• Jen4033 member

  November 2013

  Thanks @Kelly1109. The Hot Seats appear to already be sold out for this year. Dinner downtown beforehand sounds like a good idea.

  I think I will XP this to Minneapolis/St Paul board too

  
  

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• Jmcmahon21 member

  November 2013

  I haven't been but want to take DS this year, Might try to go during the week when it's not as crazy Thanks for the tips Kelly!

  
  
  

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• Jen4033 member

  November 2013

  @Jmcmahon21 - I believe it is only Fridays & Saturdays at 6:30pm between Nov 29th & Dec 21st.

  
  

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• MesmrEwe member

  November 2013

  There was something on the radio a while back that there were going to be some big changes made to the Hollidazzle dates/times (thought they were cutting it down to not be a multi-night event...)

  

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• Jmcmahon21 member

  November 2013

  Yep, here's the schedule https://www.holidazzle.com/page/show/234207-parade-schedule 

  Looks like this is the last year too which sucks!

  
  
  

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• Jmcmahon21 member

  November 2013

  I was looking for other stuff to do, this looks fun to do during the week when it's not as crazy with people.

  https://minneapolis.about.com/od/shoppingstyleservices/a/Macys-Santaland-Holiday-Show-Downtown-Minneapolis-Macys-Holiday-Show.htm
  

  
  
  

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• Jen4033 member

  November 2013

  Jmcmahon21 said:

  Yep, here's the schedule https://www.holidazzle.com/page/show/234207-parade-schedule 

  Looks like this is the last year too which sucks!

  I messaged them on FB to see if this really was the last year. This was their response.. vague, but sounded more like they are revamping to do something different in future years. I might be blind... where on the website did you see this was the last year?

  Thank you for contacting us regarding Target Holidazzle. We understand that the parade is a beloved tradition for everyone who has celebrated the parade over the last 22 years. We are always striving to create the best experience, both during the Holidays, and all year for everyone who comes to Downtown Minneapolis. Although we are looking to re-imagine the experience for next year, we are committed to making the 2013 Target Holidazzle the best it can be. We do appreciate your feedback and hope you are still able to join us for this year’s parade.
  

  Jmcmahon21 said:

  I was looking for other stuff to do, this looks fun to do during the week when it's not as crazy with people.

  https://minneapolis.about.com/od/shoppingstyleservices/a/Macys-Santaland-Holiday-Show-Downtown-Minneapolis-Macys-Holiday-Show.htm
  

  That does sound like fun!  DS has actually been seeming excited to see Santa this year, but we'll see when we get there. He freaked out last year. Didn't help that DH just handed him over & turned his back while I was talking to the photographer lady. We barely got 1 shot before he freaked out, but his facial expression totally shows he is pre-flip out.
  

  
  

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• Jmcmahon21 member

  November 2013

  Jen4033 said:

  Jmcmahon21 said:

  Yep, here's the schedule https://www.holidazzle.com/page/show/234207-parade-schedule 

  Looks like this is the last year too which sucks!

  I messaged them on FB to see if this really was the last year. This was their response.. vague, but sounded more like they are revamping to do something different in future years. I might be blind... where on the website did you see this was the last year?

  Thank you for contacting us regarding Target Holidazzle. We understand that the parade is a beloved tradition for everyone who has celebrated the parade over the last 22 years. We are always striving to create the best experience, both during the Holidays, and all year for everyone who comes to Downtown Minneapolis. Although we are looking to re-imagine the experience for next year, we are committed to making the 2013 Target Holidazzle the best it can be. We do appreciate your feedback and hope you are still able to join us for this year’s parade.
  

  Jmcmahon21 said:

  I was looking for other stuff to do, this looks fun to do during the week when it's not as crazy with people.

  https://minneapolis.about.com/od/shoppingstyleservices/a/Macys-Santaland-Holiday-Show-Downtown-Minneapolis-Macys-Holiday-Show.htm
  

  That does sound like fun!  DS has actually been seeming excited to see Santa this year, but we'll see when we get there. He freaked out last year. Didn't help that DH just handed him over & turned his back while I was talking to the photographer lady. We barely got 1 shot before he freaked out, but his facial expression totally shows he is pre-flip out.
  

  I've heard other people mention on tv and radio that this is the last year and googled it and it says it's the last year, sad! Think we might take DS next saturday, I'm hoping it won't be as busy as black friday but I'm sure every parade will be nuts because of if being the last year. Also saw the hot seats have been sold out pretty much since they went on sale so we will bring a bunch of blankets. DS is obsessed with Christmas lights though so think it'll be fun! Also saw on their website that the parade starts at 6:30 and lasts a half hour so not bad considering it's so close to bed time.

  
  
  

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