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Dec102020

Daily Dazzle: Holidazzle Weekend 3 Includes Dance, Drums and DIY

Via a December 10 e-newsletter from mpls downtown council:

Holidazzle Weekend 3 Includes Dance, Drums and DIY
Join us virtually this weekend, December 10 thru 13

Join us virtually each weekend this holiday season as we bring Holidazzle to you, wherever you are. This week is again full of activities and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. Kick back and enjoy virtual activities and entertainment with you and yours each week with Holidazzle now through December 20.

Special Nutcracker Performance with Minnesota Dance Theatre

Enjoy a special Holidazzle performance this week of Loyce Houlton’s Nutcracker Fantasy by the Minnesota Dance Theatre. Loyce Houlton’s Nutcracker Fantasy has delighted generations of families every holiday season for 55 years. We are excited to show this performance as part of The Holidazzle Show, on Holidazzle.com and on social media. www.holidazzle.com/music

 Last weekend to visit Yeti at Peavey Plaza

The Holidazzle Yeti will remain at Peavey Plaza through this Sunday. The Yeti, a Christopher Lutter-Gardella creation, is at Peavey Plaza with support from the Mpls Downtown Improvement District. Enjoy this special appearance downtown throughout the weekend.

 The Holidazzle Show presented by Comcast

Join us weekly for The Holidazzle Show presented by Comcast. Episode 3 of The Holidazzle Show launches today and brings your favorite Holidazzle activities to you in your home. Join us this week for a great show at www.holidazzle.com/show, including:  

  • Santa visit from the North Pole
  • Loyce Houlton’s Nutcracker Fantasy segment performed by Minnesota Dance Theatre
  • Shop local spotlight: Chameleon Shoppes featuring Body Love Products and TiAngy Designs
  • Furry Friends segment featuring Pet Haven of Minnesota
  • Musical performance by University of Minnesota Drumline

Interact on social and you could win Holidazzle gift packages

Energize your Holidazzle experience this year with a special Energized Viewing Experience brought to you by Xcel Energy! Each week we’re giving away Holidazzle packages that feature Holidazzle hats and mugs, paint-it-yourself ornaments, warm beverages, sweet treats and energy-efficient light bulbs. Plus, once per week one winner will receive a Supercharged package that includes an ecobee3 lite thermostat. Just like Holidazzle on Facebook or Instagram and tag three friends in our gift package post, and you will be eligible to win a prize package to enjoy while you’re taking in Holidazzle this season. Look for giveaways each week.

HoliTivities brought to you by Xcel Energy

You can enjoy fun, free activities thanks to the HoliTivities brought to you by Xcel Energy. The HoliTivities feature virtual puzzles, Holidazzle-themed coloring pages, BINGO, I Spy, card games, origami, paper snowflakes and more. More HoliTivities will be available throughout the four weeks of Holidazzle so check back regularly.

Santa Story Time

Santa is joining us each week for a special reading of holiday stories. Stop by www.holidazzle.com/santa or Holidazzle’s Facebook page each Sunday for a Santa story time. This week, Santa is reading “Where are all the Minnesotans?” Remember you can also get a phone greeting from Santa at the North Pole—check Holidazzle.com for the phone number and give him a ring!

Holidazzle Music: University of Minnesota Drumline

This week we are pleased to bring you a special performance by the University of Minnesota Drumline. The U of M Drumline has been an annual guest at Holidazzle over the past several years. We are excited to bring you a new performance virtually in 2020.

Saturday’s DIY Demonstration: B+D Custom Crafts

This week’s Holidazzle DIY demonstration features B+D Custom Crafts. Brittany Travis will be doing a braided boho wall art demonstration. You can watch the demonstration or participate by purchasing the wall art kit at www.holidazzle.com/craft.

How to Holiday

We’ve got holiday resources for you at Holidazzle.com, including a music playlist, where to find classic holiday and winter movies, a recipe collection and more. Make Holidazzle your stop for preparing to celebrate wherever you are.

Catch us on YouTube

All of Holidazzle’s virtual content is on Holidazzle.com, and you can also find our videos on our new YouTube page using the keyword “Minneapolis Holidazzle”. Xfinity customers, find The Holidazzle Show on YouTube with the Xfinity X1 voice remote. Say “Minneapolis Holidazzle” into your Xfinity X1 voice remote, and you’ll find all available episodes ready for viewing.

Share your #Holidazzle memories with us

We want to hear from you this holiday season! Share your favorite Holidazzle photos and videos with us by using the hashtag #Holidazzle on Instagram.

Visit www.holidazzle.com or follow Holidazzle on FacebookTwitter and Instagram to enjoy this year’s virtual conten

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