# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Shops - Holiday Edition #1 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Dec, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 13 Dec, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: The Shops is a pop-up open to the public and to Water Tower Place attendees during this weekend.About this EventThe Shops: Holiday Edition – Weekend 1The Shops: Holiday Edition will take place December 12th & 13th 2026! Shop collections from local designers and get your holiday gift list completed in style. Discover unique fashion, accessories, and gifts while supporting small businesses and independent brands.FashionBar LLC presents The Shops!The Shops is a fashion and accessories pop-up by FashionBar Chicago, hosted at Water Tower Place in downtown Chicago — one of the city’s premier high-end retail destinations.We are seeking fashion designers and brands to participate as vendors in a 9x9 space for a single day (Saturday or Sunday). This is a valuable opportunity to market your brand, gain commercial exposure, meet new clients, and promote or sell your goods and services. The Shops is open to both the public and Water Tower Place shoppers throughout the weekend.Vendor RequirementsParticipating brands must have consistent branding with an active website and social media presence. FashionBar prioritizes brand identity that aligns with your target audience and lifestyle offering. Because The Shops is located in the heart of downtown Chicago, branding is essential to engage customers and business partners. We host a high-end retail experience and limit participation to 4–6 carefully curated brands.How to ApplyTo secure your pop-up, please call 312-532-4210 (Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM–5:00 PM).Provide the following information for review:Brand NameWebsiteSocial Media HandlesBusiness Phone NumberEmail AddressIf your brand aligns with the categories of fashion, beauty, or wellness, you will receive an invitation and access code to complete your vendor ticket purchase on Eventbrite.What We Provide(1) 6-foot Rack or(1) 6-foot Table with 2 ChairsWhat You BringA curated selection of fashion, beauty, or wellness products (quality over quantity)Black table lining (if selecting a table option)Branded hangers (no plastic or wire hangers)Marketing and promotional materialsYour own payment systemHours of OperationThe Shops follows regular Water Tower Place hours of operation. [Click here to view mall hours.]Next Steps in Participating as a VendorOnce payment has been received, we will send you The Shops Check-In Itinerary Document, which includes:Important dates and times leading up to the eventSet-up and breakdown instructionsInsurance recommendations (using Event Insurance for vendor coverage — not required, but suggested)If you’d like to sign up for future FashionBar Shops pop-ups, please complete the required Google Form thoroughly by clicking >>HERE<< so we can collect the details needed prior to booking.Not Brand Ready Yet?If your business isn’t fully prepared to participate, FashionBar offers branding, marketing, design, and development services to elevate your brand. Our team specializes in go-to-market strategies, consulting, and education to help you grow. Learn more at www.fashionbarchicago.com or www.fashionbartheshows.com.For any questions, please email: “Love the Fashion, Raise the Bar!” - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/the-shops-holiday-edition-1/100001618111748799 - **Event Categories**: Art, health-wellness, Business, Fashion - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 289.95, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Water Tower Place (Level 3 Next to JJill and White House Black Market) - **lat**: 41.8979875 - **long**: -87.62324180000002 - **full address**: Water Tower Place (Level 3 Next to JJill and White House Black Market), 835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Shops - Holiday Edition #1 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7dc692d75e0141ab6d7e461a076eb7ee773b505ab683c1966cd717a9a0fbe38b-rimg-w1200-h600-dcead9c1-gmir.jpg?v=1757264857 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Shops - Holiday Edition #1 being held? - **A:** The Shops - Holiday Edition #1 takes place on Sat, 12 Dec, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 13 Dec, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Water Tower Place (Level 3 Next to JJill and White House Black Market), 835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for The Shops - Holiday Edition #1? - **A:** Ticket prices for The Shops - Holiday Edition #1 range from USD 29 to USD 290 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityVEND 2-DaysUSD 290 + USD 20 feeAvailable1 EXTRA Table For Your SpaceUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailable1 Clothing Rack For Your SpaceUSD 34 + USD 4 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing The Shops - Holiday Edition #1? - **A:** The Shops - Holiday Edition #1 is organized by FashionBar Chicago. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Shops - Holiday Edition #1 is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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