These Gift Ideas in Philly Will Make Holiday Shopping Easy (And Fun!)

Shopping for the holidays is an infamous challenge. Your loved ones span ages, interests and price-points, and plus, should you get that person you’ve been on a handful of dates with a gift?

Stressful as the season might feel, living in Philly is an asset this time of year: We’re stocked with local retailers, craftspeople and events that can make gift-giving legends out of even the most last-minute shoppers out there. Here, we’ve compiled an ultimate guide to holiday shopping in Philly this season, featuring exciting and classic gifts that can strip the stress away from gift-buying, and let you focus on the joy of giving.

Char and Whiskers Custom Pet Portrait

A Char and Whiskers custom pet portrait is the ultimate gift for pet owners who have everything. Upload pet photos and receive a custom portrait within 1-2 days—perfect for last minute shopping. Don’t want to wait for shipping? Pick up your portrait at their studio in the Bok Building!

$35-$55 | charandwhiskers.com | @charandwhiskers

Cornerstone Curated Holiday Gift Baskets

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the loved one or colleague in your life that has everything AND loves travel, food & wine? Cornerstone will curate a beautiful, hospitality-forward gift that will be cherished by them this holiday season. Cheers!

Starting at $50 | cornerstonewayne.com | @cornerstonewayne

Fashion District Philadelphia

Discover the perfect gifts this holiday season with a touch of luxury from Kate Spade New York. Indulge in Ulta Beauty’s makeup and skincare. Explore Sephora’s exquisite fragrance sets. Cherish timeless moments with Pandora’s jewelry. Celebrate love with Zales’ stunning diamond collections. Fashion District Philadelphia makes the season unforgettable.

Prices range | fashiondistrictphiladelphia.com | @fashiondistrictphl

Historic Downtown Haddonfield

Spend the Winter Holidays in Historic Downtown Haddonfield, every Friday Night from November 24 – December 22, as the business district transforms into a sparkling wonderland.

Free | downtownhaddonfield.com/events | @downtownhaddonfield

Junior’s Authentic Scottish Shetland Sweater – Navy & Grey Stripe

The Shetland sweater is a true wardrobe staple seen on college professors to Paul Newman. Like everything else we do, we went straight to the source for the genuine garment, the Scottish Highlands. Wear it with everything from an oxford shirt to chinos or jeans and under your favorite waxed jacket. Their durability, warmth and timelessness make Shetland sweaters a holiday gift that can span decades.

$235 | shopjuniors.com | @shopjuniors

The Gift of Self Care

Give your loved ones the gift of relaxation with one of our gift cards. They can use it to treat themselves to a facial, massage, nails, hair, or medical services and they will get a FREE 15-minute infrared sauna session to go with it.

$100 minimum purchase for free sauna | 267-764-2835 | 925 N. 2nd St. Phila, PA 19123 |  nirvanawellnessmedspa.com/specials | @nirvana.wellnessmedspa

Tickets to George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®

There is no better gift than the experience of a beloved holiday classic live on stage. Join Philadelphia Ballet for George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® running December 8-30 at The Academy of Music. Enjoy the magical world of battling mice, dancing snowflakes, and waltzing flowers set to Tchaikovsky’s glorious score.

Starting at $25 | philadelphiaballet.com | @philadelphiaballet

Tickets to the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open at Lancaster Country Club

Description: Tickets for the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open at Lancaster Country Club are the perfect gift for the golf fan in your life. Fans who make a purchase of $75 or more (before taxes and fees) will receive a $20 off promo code for USGAShop.com to get official U.S. Women’s Open merchandise. Buy your tickets today!

Starting at $25 | uswomensopen.com/2024 | @uswomensopen