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2024 Columbus Gift Guide, presented by Santa95 94.7FM

2024 Columbus Gift Guide

presented by Santa 95

Made your list? Checked it twice? Find inspiration for everyone on your list with more than 70 carefully selected items ranging from gifts for kids and teens to beauty and wellness products to the perfect finds for food or fashion lovers. We’ve organized the best local gifts into six categories for you to shop. Whether they love art or a night out on the town, there are so many ways to say "Yes" to shopping local this holiday season.

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Apparel Beauty & Wellness Experiences Food & Beverage Home Toys, Books & Pets

Holiday Gift Guide: Apparel

Celebrate gifts that will have them looking and feeling their best this season in Columbus. Shop these apparel and accessory items from your favorite local boutiques. 

Black t-shirt with white bold letters that say "ART IS WORK. PAY ARTISTS."

934 Gallery "Pay Artists" T-Shirt


Support the local arts by gifting this statement t-shirt from 934 Gallery.

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Four CBUS Soul® apparel items — a hoodie, crewneck, and two t-shirts

CBUS Soul® Shirts & Hoodies


Gift the new apparel and accessories collection, a line that celebrates Columbus' diverse culture.

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White Columbus Clippers jersey hanging on a hanger

Columbus Clippers Youth Jersey


Give the kiddo in your life the perfect 'fit for when you take them out to the ball game.

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Black, grey and yellow "CREW" Columbus Crew beanie with a black pom-pom

Columbus Crew Beanie


We all cheer for the yellow soccer team making this the perfect gift for anyone on your list.

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Two pairs (one green, one orange) of retro sunglasses from Jamison & Bexley

Jamison & Bexley Retro Sunnies


These sunnies are the perfect accessory for the coolest kids on your list.

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Gold necklaces and earrings from Little Sky Stone

Little Sky Stone Jewelry


Shop the full collection of dainty, timeless pieces from this woman-owned business.

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*Asian-owned

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"Big Slice Energy" black t-shirt from Mikey's Late Night Slice

Mikey's Late Night Slice T-Shirt


Big. Slice. Energy. Gift this cheeky tee to the pizza lover on your list.

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White Nike sneakers with red swoosh from Sole Classics

Sole Classics Nike Dunks

Gift the latest styles from this staple business in Columbus to the sneakerhead on your list.

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Red Apiece Apart sweater from Pivot

Tissue Weight Sweater from Pivot

The perfect cozy gift for your most fashionable friend.

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*Black-owned, woman-owned business

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Assortment of wallets from ZerOz

ZerOz Wallet

For the on-the-go trendsetter, gift a chic, thin, wallet locally-made in downtown Columbus.

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Holiday Gift Guide: Beauty & Wellness

There's no better gift than the gift of self care. Shop from items that will make them feel pampered and loved this season.

3rd and Sycamore Cocoa Cashmere Moisturizing Lotion Bar

3rd & Sycamore Moisturizing Lotion Bar


Treat their skin to a little nourishment this season. The best part? It's fragrance-free.

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BabyBays lip balm, body butter, baby oil and shampoo

Baby Bays Naturals Skincare Bundle


For the newest mom or latest addition to your family, this bundle makes for the perfect gift.

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*Black-owned, woman-owned business

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Woman getting in tub at Ebb & Float

Ebb & Float Gift Card


Treat them to deep relaxation with a little float therapy this holiday season. 

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*Woman-owned business

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Jar of Good Land body scrub on a grey background

GOOD LAND Salt Scrub


Because everyone's skin could use a little extra love this season and beyond.

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Pumpkin Souffle, Amber Blossom, and Sandalwood + Vanilla body butters from JM Botanicals

JM Botanicals Body Butter Set


Because everyone deserves to be pampered this season. 

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Skincare products from Mukha Spa

Mukha Spa Skincare Products


Help them stay fresh and hydrated with a custom cleansing kit from this local spa.

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PALOMA Gift Card


Let them unwind and recharge with a gift card to PALOMA, a full-service spa in Columbus.

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*Woman-owned, LGBTQ+-owned business

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Scents on Purpose Candle & Body Butter


Pick up stocking stuffers for everyone on your list this year.

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Soft batch wax melt and baby powder shea butter from Soy & Shea Co.

Soy and Shea Wax Melt & Shea Butter


Keep them smelling and feeling their best this season with these picks from Soy and Shea Co.

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Tranquility Salt Cave Lamp


Keep the freshness throughout their home with this Himalayan Salt Lamp, available for purchase in-store.

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Holiday Gift Guide: Experiences

The gifts that keep on giving! This holiday season, give them the gift of adventure, cultural excellence, a fantastic meal or just plain excitement in Columbus.

Three Columbus Blue Jackets players celebrating a goal on ice

Columbus Blue Jackets Holiday Gift Pack


Give the gift of Blue Jackets hockey this season with the Holiday Gift Pack!

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Two women holding Express bags while shopping at Easton

Easton Gift Card


Treat them to lunch and a shopping spree at national and local stores like Nordstrom, Gucci, Express and more.

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Sign promoting the Columbus Coffee Trail 10-Year Anniversary Pass and a brown Anniversary tumbler

Experience Columbus 10th Anniversary Coffee Pass


They'll love exploring secret menu items from eight different local coffee shops with this specialty pass.

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Visitors enjoying the holiday lights at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's Wildlights event

Experience Columbus Attractions Pass


Save more than 20% on top attractions to help them get the most out of their visit to Columbus.

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Brochure and membership cards for the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens annual membership

Franklin Park Conservatory Annual Membership


Give them a gift they can use all year long with a membership to one of Columbus' top attractions.

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Disney on Ice performers on stage during a Frozen performance

Frozen & Encanto Disney On Ice Tickets


Bring the magic to them this season with the gift of Disney On Ice. 

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Man and woman kayaking through Get Out Adventures

Get Out Adventures Paddling Membership


With this membership, they'll enjoy unlimited kayak and paddleboarding, wellness sessions and merch!

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Crowd cheering to live stage performers at Howl at the Moon music bar

Howl at the Moon Gift Card


Dueling pianos and endless fun are in store with a gift card to Howl at the Moon. 

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LEGOLAND Discovery Center Gift Package


Give the gift of larger-than-life fun at one of Columbus' top attractions.

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Penn & Beech Candle Co. Candle Pour


Give the gift of custom fragrance this season with a pour-your-own candle experience at Penn & Beech Candle Co.

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Guests talking and laughing at Pins Mechanical Co.

Pins Mechanical Company Gift Card


Tons of beers on draft, duck pin bowling, life-sized yard games and more await with any trip to Pins Mechanical Company.

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Teenage girl ziplining at ZipZone Outdoor Adventures

ZipZone Canopy Tour Gift Certificate


Elevate their holiday season with a gift certificate to ZipZone Canopy Tours.

*Woman-owned business

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Holiday Gift Guide: Food & Beverage

Cheers to the foodie on your list! Whether they're a local or have yet to visit, help them celebrate with a little Columbus flavor this season.

A bottle of (614) Vodka and a 6-pack of (614) lager

(614) Media Group (614) Lager & Spirits


614 Media Group partnered with Wolf's Ridge Brewing & High Bank Distillery to give you these local favorites.

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Six bags of various popcorn, all of which are included in American Nut Company's Popcorn Snack Pack

American Nut Company Popcorn Snack Pack


Gift them a variety of all the best flavors this season from American Nut Company.

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Four flavored coffee bags from Black Kawaha Coffee

Black Kawaha Coffee Subscription


Select the frequency and then enjoy the convenience of Black Kahawa Coffee delivered right to their home.

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Chocolate covered wine bottle from Bliss in a Bottle

Bliss in a Bottle Chocolate-Covered Wine Bottle


Add a little sweetness to their sipping experience from Bliss in a Bottle, a tasty concept in Columbus.

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*Woman-owned business

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Two gift cards from Cameron Mitchell Restaurants

Cameron Mitchell Restaurants Gift Card


One gift card grants them access to more than 20 local restaurants. Celebrating 30 years of culinary excellence, a gift card to Cameron Mitchell Restaurants is a great stocking stuffer this year.

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Yellow Chouette gift card on grey background

Chouette Gift Card


Let them discover the charm of Columbus' newest French bistro nestled in the heart of downtown. 

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Columbus Food Adventures' gift basket full of food items from local businesses

Columbus Food Adventures Gift Box


Choose from two basket options to share the joy of Columbus' great flavors with the ones you love.

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Seafood dish from Elevator Brewery & Draught Haus

Columbus Independents Gift Card


Give the gift of fine food and spirits this holiday season with a gift card redeemable at several local restaurants.

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Assortment of hot sauces and salsas from Flavor & Fire stacked on top of each other

Flavor & Fire Hot Sauce Gift Box


Add a little spice to their holidays with this gift box from one of your favorite North Market vendors.

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Assortment of food items included in Foris Extraordinary Meat's Buckeye Charcuterie Collection

Foris Extraordinary Meats Buckeye Charcuterie Collection


Everything you need to create a spectacular game day charcuterie board with three cured meats and locally-sourced products.

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Gift card to Hank's Low Country Seafood & Raw Bar

Hank's Low Country Seafood Gift Card


This one is for the oyster-lovers! A gift card to Hank's makes for the perfect stocking stuffer.

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Five spirit infusion jars from High Bank Distillery's "HBD Cocktail Co.” line

High Bank Distillery "HBD Cocktail Co.” Spirit Infusion Jar


Let them be the mixologist with this unique offering from High Bank Distillery.

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Hofbräuhaus Columbus Beer Growler


Help them take their brews on the go with this insulated Growler from Hofbräuhaus Columbus.

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Box of holiday cookies from Kittie's Cakes

Kittie's Cakes Holiday Cookie Box


Put a smile on their face with this box of handmade cookies from Kittie's Cakes.

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"12 Beers of Christmas" holiday sample pack from Land-Grant Brewing Co.

Land-Grant Brewing Company's 12 Beers of Christmas


For the beer-lover on your list, this curated collection brings the best of the brewery to their doorstep.

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Three different bottles of whiskey from Middle West Spirits

Middle West Spirits


Give the gift of award-winning spirits, made locally from farm to bottle. For sale near you!

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Gift card to Rusty Bucket peeking out of a tan Rusty Bucket envelope

Rusty Bucket Gift Card


For more than 20 years, Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern has been serving up from scratch meals and hand crafted cocktails in the heart of Columbus and beyond.

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Schmidt's Bahama Mama Party Pack


Enough flavor for the whole family! Give them the gift of bringing this Schmidt's classic home with them to share.

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Four 32oz bottles of fruit-flavored cocktail mixers from Simple Times Mixers standing next to each other

Simple Times Mixers Sampler Pack


Give the gift of the perfect cocktail this season with this refreshing assortment from Simple Times Mixers.

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Switch Gift Card


A trip to the East Market will land them at the trendiest speakeasy in town, Switch Columbus.

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Three boxes of buckeyes from The Buckeye Lady — a box of 2, 6 and 12

The Buckeye Lady's 6-Pack Stuffed Buckeyes


The Buckeye Lady is taking this classic Ohio treat to the next level making for the perfect gift.

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Winan's Coffee & Chocolates "Made in Ohio" gift set, featuring buckeyes, a buckeye blend of ground coffee, caramel kisses and more.

Winans Coffee & Chocolate Gift Set


Because who doesn't love a little chocolate + coffee combo?

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Holiday Gift Guide: Home

Help them trim more than just the tree this season with locally-made items that warm both their heart and home.

White glass ornament with light green, blue and pink splatterpaint from Columbus Glass Art Center

Columbus Glass Art Center Ornament


Trim their tree with a locally-made blown glass ornament from the Columbus Glass Art Center. 

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Frida Khalo Bookend from Columbus Museum of Art

Columbus Museum of Art Frida Khalo Bookend


An unexpected gift for the book-lover on your list. This bookend is only available for purchase in-store.

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Set of four stained glass coasters with flower design from Franklin Glass Studio

Franklin Art Glass Studio's  Stained Glass Coasters


These artisan coasters will make the perfect, local addition to their coffee table.

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Sky blue and bright orange glass ornaments from Franklin Park Conservatory

Franklin Park Conservatory Ornaments


Add some color to their holiday decor this year with these ornaments from Franklin Park Conservatory.

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Variety of soaps and lotions from Glenn Avenue Soap Company

Glenn Avenue Soap Company's Soaps & Lotions


Help them restock their guest bathroom with a set from Glenn Avenue.

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Tabletop firepit, matches and smore's ingredients from Novel Gifts

Novel Gifts' Tabletop S'mores Firepit


A new way to warm up the holidays from Novel Gifts.

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Colorful candles shaped like roman sculptures and flowers from Soleil Candle Collections

Soleil Candle Collections Candles


These luxury, hand-crafted candles are guaranteed to be their favorite gift this holiday season.

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Bright yellow golf pin flag that says "the Memorial Tournament, PRESENTED BY workday" on it

The Memorial Tournament Pin Flag


Find them counting down the days until June every year? Snag this pin flag for the fan on your list.

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Upside-down rainbow vase from the plant gays in Columbus

the plant gays Rainbow Vase


Put a smile on their face with this unique vase from the plant gays, an original vendor at Columbus' East Market.

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Glass Crudités Board from The Red Stable. Features a deer statue overlooking Scioto River and Columbus skyline

The Red Stable Glass Crudités Board


Send them home with a little slice of Columbus by gifting them this artistic board.

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Oval nambe cheese board from THREAD

THREAD Swoop Cheese Board


Elevate their next dinner party with the Swoop Cheese Board from THREAD.

*Woman-owned business

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Used Kids Records Gift Certificate


Give the gift of music this season with a gift certificate to Used Kids Records. Certificates are only available in-store.

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Holiday Gift Guide: Toys, Books & Pets

Give the kiddos and pets locally made items that they're guaranteed to love! We've pulled together gifts for kids of all ages and a few for Fido, too.

Stretch Armstrong toy from Big Fun Columbus

Big Fun Columbus Stretch Armstrong


Shop one-of-a-kind vintage toys in-store at Big Fun Columbus this year.

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Engineering, Space, American Innovation and Zoo COSI Connects Kits

COSI Connects Kits


A great gift for kids! Choose from more than 10 themed boxes for screen-free entertainment that will last all day long.

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Three bags of dog bones from Growlers Dog Bones

Growlers Dog Bones


Buy your pup some treats this year with grains sourced from local brewers.

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"Midwest Shreds: Skating Through America’s Heartland" and "There's Always This Year" books from Wexner Center for the Arts

Midwest Shreds by Mandy Shunnarah


They'll love this skate-centered book from a local author for sale at the Wexner Center for the Arts.

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National Veterans Memorial and Museum Marine Bear


Choose from two different uniforms for this adorable, patriotic plushy.

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Wooden puzzle that looks like the Ohio Statehouse from the Ohio Statehouse Museum Shop

Ohio Statehouse Wooden Puzzle


Pick up this classic puzzle from the Statehouse Museum Shop for the kids.

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Assortment of books and a mug with books from Storyline Book Shop

Storyline Book Shop Holiday Boxes


Pick up a curated box of goodies with this collaboration from Storyline and Littleton's Market.

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"There's Always This Year" book provided by Wexner Center for the Arts

There's Always This Year by Hanif Abdurraqib


A powerful reflection on basketball, life, and home from local author, Hanif Abdurraqib. Available for purchase at Prologue Bookshop.

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Colorful striped Wolfgang pet collar from Whisker & Fang

Whisker & Fang Dog Collar


Add some color to your furry friend's wardrobe this season with a collar from Whisker & Fang.

*Woman-owned business

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"You Could Make This Place Beautiful" book, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza game, and catnip from Wild Cat Gift and Party

Wild Cat Gift & Party's Books & Games


Head to Wild Cat to round out your holiday shopping. We guarantee there's a gift for everyone on your list!

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