Legendary Toy Retailer Kicks off the Holiday Shopping Season with
Hundreds of Dollars in Savings, Complimentary Online Shipping and
Exciting Gift-With-Purchase Offers

WAYNE, N.J., Nov. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- FAO Schwarz, the legendary toy store known
for its assortment of unique playthings, today announced five days of special
savings on some of its most popular brands at the company's two store locations
and online at its newly relaunched e-commerce site. Beginning Thanksgiving Day,
November 26, FAO Schwarz and FAO.com will kick off the holiday shopping season
by enticing customers with hundreds of dollars in savings, complimentary online
shipping and exciting gift-with-purchase offers. Deals and promotions are valid
in-store through Sunday, November 29 and online through Cyber Monday, November
30, while supplies last.



In addition, holiday shoppers who have the opportunity to enjoy a one-of-a-kind
experience at the renowned FAO Schwarz flagship store on Fifth Avenue in New
York City or at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas can take
advantage of expanded store hours throughout the weekend.



"A visit to FAO Schwarz has long been a holiday tradition for many, and we're
excited to offer shoppers incredible values throughout Thanksgiving weekend,
whether they're visiting New York City or Las Vegas, or exploring the wonder and
enchantment of FAO Schwarz online from home," said Bob Giampietro, Senior Vice
President and Brand Manager, FAO Schwarz. "Beyond these special savings, FAO
Schwarz is filled with unique playthings for the holidays, offering a wide
assortment of quality and innovative products at every price point to fit every
budget."



Expanded Hours, Special Savings in FAO Schwarz Stores

Catering to New York and Las Vegas tourists, Thanksgiving Day Parade-goers in
New York City and gift-givers who want to get a jumpstart on their holiday
shopping, the two FAO Schwarz store locations will be open on Thursday, November
26. Both stores will open their doors at 10am, and will close in Manhattan at
5pm and in Las Vegas at 11pm. On Black Friday, November 27, the iconic toy
soldier at FAO Schwarz Fifth Avenue will begin greeting early risers in the city
that never sleeps at 7am, while the FAO Schwarz Las Vegas store will open at
10am.



Following are select deals available in FAO Schwarz stores beginning
Thanksgiving Day through Sunday, November 29, while supplies last:



    --  ComplimentaryDisney Plush Once Upon A Time or Fluffeez Mickey, Minnie,
        Pluto or Tigger, with the purchase of one Once Upon A Time or Fluffeez
        character of equal or greater value (up to $24.99 value)
    --  Complimentarysmall plush Beeposh character- Bobbo, Coco puppy, Mac
        monkey, Maggie monkey, Raja tiger - with the purchase of $50 of Beeposh
        merchandise ($11.99 value)
    --  ComplimentaryLimited Edition Myachi Hand Sack in a Collector Tube with
        the purchase of any four Myachi Hand Sacks ($7.99 value)
    --  ComplimentaryTravel Charmers bracelet from Karito Kidswith the purchase
        of a Travel Charmers Doll from Karito Kids ($7.99 value)
    --  ComplimentaryKnit Wit Fabulous, Marvelous or Zany Dollwith the purchase
        of $50 in Little Miss Matched merchandise ($24.99 value)
    --  Buy 1, Get 1 Complimentary Wild Republic 52" and 54" Snakes ($17.99
        value)
    --  Purchase $75 of Steiff merchandise and receive one of six Steiff mohair
        ornaments for $20* ($51.99 Value)
    --  50% OffIt's Sugar Gumball Machine- Was: $11.99; Now: $5.99
    --  Uglydoll Coldy Holdy Ice Bat Only at FAO for $9.99 with any purchase of
        $50 or more ($24.99 Value)
    --  Purchase the book, "When Santa Turns Green," and save up to $15on "When
        Santa Turns Green" plush doll, hat or puppet


*Offer Not Available in Las Vegas



Five Days of Savings on FAO.com

Those who prefer to shop from the comfort of their own homes can enjoy a magical
experience on the newly relaunched FAO.com, with five days of savings, beginning
Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, November 30. To start, online shoppers
will save with complimentary shipping on purchases of $150 or more on FAO.com**.
In addition, customers can benefit from some of the same deals offered in-store
in New York and Las Vegas without even leaving their homes! These replicated
value offers include the gift-with-purchase promotion from Beeposh and the buy
one, get one offer on Disney Plush Once Upon A Time or Fluffeez.



** Some exclusions apply. Visit FAO.com for complete details.



FAO Schwarz Store Hours for Thanksgiving Weekend



New York
Thanksgiving Day, November 26 from 10am - 5pm
Friday, November 27 from 7am - 9pm
Saturday, November 28 from 9am - 9pm
Sunday, November 29 from 10am - 7pm

Las Vegas
Thanksgiving Day, November 26 from 10am - 11pm
Friday, November 27 from 10am - midnight
Saturday, November 28 from 10am - midnight
Sunday, November 29 from 10am - 11pm



Customers can learn more about the extraordinary deals at FAO Schwarz through
print and online advertisements appearing in select newspapers and websites
beginning Thanksgiving Day, company email communications and online at FAO.com.



About FAO Schwarz

For nearly 150 years, FAO Schwarz has been a brand synonymous with quality and
innovation, offering an unparalleled selection of extraordinary toys that have
enchanted generations and cultivated a loyal clientele. There are currently two
FAO Schwarz locations in the United States - the famous flagship store in
Manhattan, which attracts millions of visitors annually, and a store in Las
Vegas at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. The complete assortment of the
company's products, including a line of toys marketed under the FAO Schwarz
brand name, can be found in-store and online at FAO.com. The iconic FAO Schwarz
brand is exclusively operated by Toys"R"Us, Inc., the world's leading dedicated
toy and baby products retailer.



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