Carytown for the Holidays
Carytown Merchant’s Association kicked off the season with holiday festivities and random acts of kindness on Saturday, Nov. 30. Shoppers were treated to gifts, entertainment and fun activites for the whole family! Santa and Richmond’s famous Snow Queen, Donna Deacons arrived escorted by the US Marines and members of the Greater Richmond Pipes & Drums.
With an eclectic collection of award-winning, locally-owned businesses, Carytown has something special for the whole family!
The U.S. Marines
Greater Richmond Pipes & Drums
The U.S. Marines escort Santa and the Snow Queen through Carytown.
Marines give gifts to children on the streets of Carytown in the spirit of the holidays!
Join us for free horse-drawn carriage rides on Saturday, Dec. 14 and 21 from noon to 5 p.m.
Santa will be available for photos at W. Hirsch Oriental Rugs on Saturday, Dec. 7, 14, 21 from noon to 2:30 p.m.
Photographer Steve Parish works his magic with children eager to see Santa. Steve is very comfortable working with children and has twins at home, He puts the children at ease and then gets the perfect shot!
In the spirit of Small Business Saturday, Roan teamed up with Willie Byrd Chocolate Sauce to offer delectable samples of their gourmet sauces to happy shoppers.
Can Can Brasserie Peppermint Hot Chocolate Hot chocolate, whole milk topped with homemade mint whipped cream, cocoa powder & chocolate shavings!
Only the cleanest glasses will make it past this team!
In Modern Artifacts, discerning shoppers found stunningly beautiful, clean and modern wares perfect for a unique gift !
Handmade ribbons and bows steeped in rich tradition, add refinement and culture to the season!
Need a break from shopping? Catch an afternoon matinee at The Historic Byrd Theatre.
Mongrel Style Weekly voted #1 Best Gift Store 2013 Virginia Living Magazine
At Mongrel, Bacon Candy Canes are a holiday favorite!
Clover is a fresh fun place for kids! With lots to see and do kids have a great time while parents shop at ease!
Fun & Friends at World of Mirth, where little ones play and try new things!
Looking for a copy of the exclusive RVA Look Book? West Coast Kix has the hook up!
Local shoppers were happy to let us take their pictures, as they browsed the shelves. When we asked they said, “We are proud to support small business and we are glad to show it!�
The Yarn Lounge where friends come together to make something great!
Bygones, Richmond’s favorite vintage clothing store!
Sparkle and shine this holiday with fashions from Lex’s of Carytown
As the sun goes down and the lights turn on, windows throughout Carytown sparkle and glow.
At Galaxy Diner energized shoppers grab a bite to eat. The atmosphere is fun and festive!
At Amour Wine Bistro the evening is off to a fine start
Amour Wine Bistro Pairing wine, food and life.
About Carytown Merchants Association
Carytown, Richmond’s Mile of Style, has everything from unique boutiques, restaurants, specialty shops, spas, to professional services. Our eclectic collection of award-winning, locally-owned businesses, make it easy to see why we were voted “Best Shopping Neighborhood in Virginia” by the readers of Southern Living magazine. For more information about shopping in Carytown, visit www.carytownrva.com.
About Photographer Dawn Yilmaz
Dawn Yilmaz is an award-winning, published, visual communications artist with a love for computer science, fine art, and photography of all types. She was last seen in the photo on the right, playing with her camera in World of Mirth, where she may have done more holiday shopping than shooting! To see more of her work visit, www.devignelements.com.