Kick Off the Holidays in Clear Lake: Festive Open Houses & Holiday Shopping Nights
The twinkle of the holidays begins early in Clear Lake! As Main Avenue fills with garlands and glow, local retailers are opening their doors for special holiday shopping nights filled with food, fashion, and festive cheer. It’s the perfect time to gather your friends, shop local, and experience the start of the season, Clear Lake style.
Holiday Preview Open House Night: Thursday, November 6, 2025
The Funky Zebras Boutique
4–7 PM
Kick off the season at The Funky Zebras! Enjoy festive food and drinks, fun giveaways, and be the first to shop brand-new holiday arrivals. Don’t miss the debut of their absolutely amazing Stocking Stuffer Bar, where you can mix and match little goodies to create the perfect personalized stockings.
Georgette’s Micro-Bridal Runway Show at Livonia’s Coffee Bar
6:30 PM | Tickets $25 | Limited Seating (25–30 Guests)
Georgette will host a Micro-Bridal Runway Show inside Livonia’s Coffee Bar on November 6. The runway begins at 6:30 PM, followed by mingling and a possible raffle giveaway.
This exclusive event offers an intimate setting with just 25–30 seats available. Tickets are $25 and include a specialty holiday drink from Liv’s plus a goodie bag filled with discount coupons from local businesses. It’s a stylish, seasonal evening blending bridal elegance with holiday sparkle.
Katie Casey Designs — Market to Main Holiday Edit
Step into the season with Katie Casey Designs, where holiday creativity takes center stage. Their Market to Main Holiday Edit is a curated preview of all things cozy, wild, and wonderfully festive. Explore both the Seasonal Market and Main Avenue boutique, where you’ll find evergreens, porch pots, limited holiday pieces, and new arrivals in winter apparel and décor. Sip, shop, and be inspired as each space transforms into its own moment of the season, creating a full experience grounded in greens and elevated in spirit.
️ 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. Specials continue through the weekend, so stop by and soak in the season.
️Lakeshore Glow — Holiday Open House
4–8 PM
Kick off the holiday season with an evening of beauty, self-care, and boutique shopping at Lakeshore Glow on November 6. Learn about holiday spray tanning and shop a curated collection of gifts and cozy finds—perfect for treating yourself or someone special. O2 Laser Spa will also be on-site to share tips for achieving hydrated, glowing skin this holiday season. Schedule a free consultation during the event and receive $50 off your Glo2Facial treatment.
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 6, 2025.