SouthPark Makes It So Easy to Get Ready for the Holidays

November 14, 2024

Yikes! The Holiday countdown is ON! Thankfully, there’s no need to stress because the shops and businesses in SouthPark are ready for whatever you need ~ hosting, gifting, shopping and entertaining…it’s never been easier. Not only does SouthPark have pretty much everything you need, their website has a fantastic Guide for the Holidays 2024 sure to make your shopping and planning a snap.

With dozens of restaurants, shops, and experiences, SouthPark is your one-stop holiday prep destination. And with the brand new SouthPark Skipper, a free rideshare service offering free rides throughout the district every day from 9am-9pm, getting ready for the most wonderful time of the year is more convenient than ever.

Read on for our guide to getting holiday ready with SouthPark this year:

Get Guest-Ready:

‘Tis the season for holiday guests. Get your home ready with a trip to Bedside Manor for table and bed linens, and refresh guest rooms and guest baths with festive touches, holiday candles, new pillows and throws. Granville and Anne Neilson Fine Art can help round out your home decor and refresh your space before guests arrive.

For decoration inspiration, don’t miss a design class hosted by Pottery Barn on November 24. Learn tips for styling your tree and mantel in this free class.

And before cooking up a storm in the kitchen, refresh your cookware and barware at House of Nomad, Crate & Barrel, or Williams Sonoma.

via POTTERY BARN

Fuel Up for Hosting:

Whether you’re welcoming out-of-town guests for an extended stay, or family and friends for a meal, having crowding-pleasing bites and treats on hand is a must for holiday hosting.

Start by picking out wines with help from the experts at Winestore. Their variety, price points, and approachable atmosphere will make finding the right bottles a delight.

When it comes to the menu, SouthPark’s restaurant scene has everything you need. Host Thanksgiving sans dishes with a ready-to-go meal from Reids Fine Foods or Copain Bakery & Provisions including smoked turkey breast, sweet potato casserole, cranberry relish and bourbon-braised collard greens, or pre-order items to round out the meal with this handy guide.

Prefer to cook yourself? Sharpen up your skills with a cooking class at Sur La Table:

Over at Williams Sonoma, their Thanksgiving Open House from November 15-17 is the perfect chance to view product demonstrations and tastings of Thanksgiving dishes. Join their Thanksgiving Desserts demonstration where you’ll learn to make pumpkin bars and pecan pie.

Dress to Impress:

With no shortage of holiday soirées and events on your calendar, you’ll need to look as festive as you’ll feel. SouthPark offers endless ways to find the perfect holiday outfit, from local boutiques to designer brands. Our favorite stores are gathered together at several of the neighborhood’s best shopping plazas, and of course at SouthPark Mall, to make your viewing, trying, and buying even easier.

PHILLIPS PLACE: Alice & Olivia, La Vie Style House, Veronica Beard

MORRISON PLACE: Boem, Poole Shop, Capitol Clothing

SPECIALTY SHOPS: Scout & Molly’s, Ivy & Leo, Amina Rubinacci

VILLAGE AT SOUTHPARK: Sloan, Paul Simon for Women

Get Ready for Gifting:

For the host or hostess: Don’t arrive empty-handed! Head to Swoozie’s for personalized gifts, entertaining items, stationery, and more to show your appreciation.

For the kids: The American Girl store and The LEGO Store are sure to bring smiles on Christmas morning. For children’s clothes and accessories, check out Caroline Grace or for the younger crew, Shower Me With Love, which also carries nursery furniture, baby gear, toys, and gifts.

For the traveler: Get the perfect new suitcase, bag, or travel accessories from Sharon Luggage, where you will find options from the practical to the luxurious along with a helpful & friendly staff to aid your choice.

For the active crowd: Help them get outside with apparel and clothing from retailers like Jesse Brown’s Outdoors or the new Vuori store. Or, take their sport to the next level with specialty stores Club Champion Golf and Queen City Tennis Shop.

For the foodie: Opt for an experience gift, like baking classes (including a 5-day class for kids ages 7-11) at Sur La Table. Or if you want to learn to make your own delectable treats to gift, reserve a spot in their Giftable Gourmet Delights class that includes a cookie cutter set.

For the locals who support local: Did you know that 1/3 of SouthPark’s businesses are locally owned? Shop thoughtful gifts and support local at these shops, restaurants and services.