My daughter Kaitlyn and I got to visit the new American Girl store and take a quick tour yesterday after school, it’s so fun to have the store here in town!
BIG SECRET: They are open today until 7 (soft opening) even though they aren’t advertising it…if you can get over there today instead of tomorrow I would (aren’t there so many great perks for being an Alicia’s Deals reader?!))! They are expecting 9000 this weekend!
They are the first to premiere a brand new doll from the 50’s! So cool!
If you want to wait for the craziness, here’s the info I posted a few weeks ago:
This is an event I KNOW a lot of girls (and their moms) are excited about!Head over here for more information about the American Girl Scottsdale grand opening event going on Saturday, August 22nd starting at 9 and Sunday, August 23rd from 11-7. Just for “joining” the event online and stopping by you’ll get a free gift!
“Discover the newest American Girl store, coming soon to Scottsdale Quarter! You and your girl are invited to join in the fun during our grand-opening weekend. She’ll enjoy free crafts, exciting activities, and doll drawings, and receive a FREE gift—just for attending! Gift available while supplies last.
Please “join” this event to receive important line queue information during grand opening weekend. Ticket distribution for the grand opening is on-site and by joining this event, it does not guarantee you a place in line or entry to the store. Please visit the check-in desk upon arrival for ticket distribution.”
Here’s more information about how to get tickets:
“Scottsdale Quarter, Scottsdale AZ – Grand Opening
Ticket Entry Process:
To manage guests’ waiting times and observe fire-safety regulations, a ticket system will be used for the American Girl Scottsdale – Scottsdale Quarter Grand-Opening Weekend.
Each person (including children) who wishes to enter the store will receive a ticket with an assigned group number.
We recommend parking in the Scottsdale Quarter parking structures: South Garage, East entrance.
Directional signs will be visible.
American Girl guests must visit the Quad, where the fountain is located, as their first stop to obtain tickets for entrance into the store.
Ticket distribution for Saturday admittance begins at 7 a.m. on Saturday, August 22nd.
Saturday tickets are valid for Saturday only.
Ticket distribution for Sunday admittance begins at 8 a.m. on Sunday, August 23rd.
Sunday tickets are valid for Sunday only.
Overnight camping is not allowed on property.
When the store opens each day, groups will be announced in numerical order for admittance through the American Girl entrance adjacent to the main entrance on 73rd.
You can shop or dine in Scottsdale Quarter until your group number is called. If you have a Bistro reservation, you can come directly to the ticket-distribution table, as check-in is allowed up to two hours prior to your Bistro reservation time. The ticket-distribution table will be located outside the store.
Facebook message alerts will be available, providing updates on group numbers being admitted; details below.
Access the event page starting Saturday, August 22nd on your mobile device.
Once Facebook is open, search “American Girl” –
When on the page, scroll down until “Upcoming Events” section appears on the American Girl Facebook page.
The Scottsdale events will be the most recent posting, make sure to look at the correct date.
Simply hit “Join” right there on the page.
Check Facebook settings to make sure notifications are on otherwise check back on event page for live updates.
Text Message alerts will be available as well, providing updates on group numbers being admitted; details:
You may sign up for text alerts by texting AGSQ to 444222 (message and data rates may apply).
For SMS Terms and Conditions + Privacy Policy visit pocketstop.com.
You can also follow Scottsdale Quarter on Facebook at Facebook/Scottsdale Quarter
American Girl and Scottsdale Quarter are not responsible for compatibility issues or technical difficulties with technological devices.
Event staff and security officers will also be able to assist with information on what group numbers are being called.
American Girl reserves the right to stop ticket distribution at any time based on space and time frame constraints.”
Enjoy!
