The Dayton's Holiday Market is returning to downtown Minneapolis for the fifth year in a row.

The market runs from Nov. 13 through Dec. 27 in the former Dayton's department store on Nicollet Mall, featuring more than 100 local vendors, including Love Your Melon and Minnesota Aurora FC.

Shoppers can also grab a bite or beverage while they browse.

On the menu are Dayton’s Oak Grill’s iconic wild rice soup and popovers prepared by Butcher & the Boar, ginger cookies from Rustica Bakery, and other snacks. There will also be a selection of wine and beer, as well as festive cocktails from Earl Giles, which is hosting the "Jingle Giles Bar" at the market for the first time.

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Santa Bear, a nostalgic Dayton's tradition that continues through the seasonal ma

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