Over 35 participating businesses in Batavia will be open late on Thursday, November 7th from 5-8pm and have their stores decorated and stocked to get you in the holiday spirit.
“This event is the perfect opportunity to start on your shopping or make a note of your favorite items for everyone on your list,” says Batavia MainStreet Assistant Director, Kristen Desler.
Live music, complimentary sweet and savory treats, delicious drinks, and make & take gifts are available as you shop from store to store including the Illuminate Space Mobile Candle Bar at the Wilson Street Mercantile, Batavia High School Chamber Orchestra performing at 63rd St. Apothecary, personalized stocking name tag bar at Pretty Pages, and much more!
Need help getting around town? This year’s event will feature a festive trolley sponsored by Gerald Subaru of North Aurora. The trolley will drive between businesses throughout the event so shoppers can easily hop on and off to explore the downtown with ease!
Download the event and parking map at https://downtownbatavia.com/event/holiday-sneak-peek/ before the event to plan your route or simply follow the “Candy Cane Lane” throughout town marking participating businesses.
“Looking for a boost to your shopping budget? Batavia MainStreet is giving away $1,000 in ‘Candy Cane Cash’ to this year’s event goers,” Desler says. “For every purchase made at a retail location during the event, shoppers will receive a raffle ticket. 20 winners will be drawn to each receive $50 to spend in Downtown Batavia following the event.”
Visit downtownbatavia.com or follow @downtownbatavia on Instagram.
