Updated October 2026.
Kick Off the Holidays in Clear Lake: Festive Open Houses & Holiday Shopping Nights
The holiday season is arriving in Clear Lake, and our local shops are ready to celebrate! From festive open houses and candlelit shopping to seasonal treats and exclusive specials, November brings plenty of opportunities to get a head start on your holiday shopping.
Grab your friends, make your list, and get ready to shop local as Clear Lake kicks off the most wonderful time of the year!
Monday, November 2: Visions of Christmas
One Vision Thrift Store
10 AM–6 PM
Get a head start on holiday shopping at One Vision Thrift Store’s annual Visions of Christmas Open House! Browse festive décor, holiday apparel, books, toys, and one-of-a-kind treasures, all at budget-friendly prices. Every purchase supports One Vision’s mission of helping people with disabilities live their best lives. Plus, weather permitting, Crust & Crumbs will be in the parking lot with delicious baked goodies! It’s a great way to kick off the season, shop sustainably, and support a local mission before Clear Lake’s Holiday Preview Open House on November 5.
Thursday, November 5: Holiday Preview Open House Night
Clear Lake’s boutiques and specialty shops are rolling out the holiday cheer! Enjoy extended shopping hours, festive refreshments, exclusive specials, and a first look at seasonal arrivals. Stay tuned, we will update this list as open house details are announced!
Katie Casey Designs: Market to Main Holiday Edit
Open until 8 PM.
Step into the season with Katie Casey Designs, where holiday creativity takes center stage. Katie will be taking porch pot, wreath, and garland orders during the open house, where you can explore new arrivals in winter apparel and décor.
️ The Red Geranium: Candlelight Preview
5–8 PM
A beloved Clear Lake tradition continues! The Red Geranium’s Candlelight Preview started decades ago and still sets the tone for the holiday season. Enjoy warm candlelight, storewide specials, and the welcoming spirit that’s made this shop a longtime favorite. Can’t make it Thursday? Specials continue Friday from 9 AM–5 PM and Saturday from 9 AM–4:30 PM.
️Lakeshore Glow: Holiday Open House
5-7 PM
Celebrate the start of the holiday season with an evening of beauty, self-care, and boutique shopping at Lakeshore Glow on November 5. Discover holiday spray tanning, browse a curated collection of thoughtful gifts and cozy finds, and find something special for yourself or someone you love. O2 Laser Spa, will also be on hand sharing expert skincare tips to keep your skin hydrated and glowing through the winter months.
Holiday Specials: Enjoy 10% off boutique purchases, $5 off when you buy two candles, and $10 off spray tan packages at Lakeshore Glow. Schedule a SkinPen Microneedling treatment with O2 Laser Spa and receive $50 off.
Just Dani Boutique + Color Studio Holiday Open House
4-7 PM
Kick off the holiday season with shopping, sipping, and festive fun at Just Dani Boutique + Color Studio! Enjoy a hot cocoa bar, mini color consultations, swag bags with purchase, and the debut of their holiday collection and Stocking Stuffer Bar. Bring your girlfriends and get a head start on holiday shopping!
Shop, Dine, and Stay Local
Make a night of it—start your evening downtown, stop for dinner or drinks, and take in the glow of Clear Lake’s holiday lights. These open houses are just the beginning of the season’s celebrations leading up to Christmas by the Lake on Saturday, December 5, 2026.