2023 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide
You don’t need to go far to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list…keep your holiday shopping local this year by exploring all of the incredible small businesses right here in Stamford Downtown!
APPAREL & ACCESSORIES
Scout Adventure (36 Atlantic Street)
Providing the best in footwear, apparel and accessories for sport utility people surviving the streets, wandering the wild or working that shift.
Whim (189 Bedford Street)
Treat the fashionista in your family to the hottest styles (at affordable prices)–you’ll find many great options from cozy loungewear to stylish fashions.
Laced Dreams (96 Bedford Street)
Luxury Sneaker, Merchandise & Boutique Store.
Pedigree Ski Shop (350 Bedford Street)
Ski, Snowboarding, and Tennis shop stocked to the rafters with top-notch quality ski clothing for men, women, and kids, ski and snowboard equipment tennis and golf products, and much more. You can find everything from Obermeyer Jackets, and Patagonia fleece and vests to Giro Helmets, all in one place.
R. Hollander Master Goldsmith (154 Bedford Street)
Shop Fine handmade 18kt & platinum jewelry. Russ & team offer the very best jewelry buying experience one can have.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
New York Comedy Club Stamford (230 Tresser Blvd)
Everyone loves to laugh! The New York Comedy Club Stamford has you covered! Black Friday Sale: Save up to 65% on premium tickets — 7 Premium Tickets for $99 or 4 Premium Tickets for $79. Sale ends midnight on Cyber Monday.
Friends Bookshop at The Ferguson Library (96 Broad Street)
The Friends of the Ferguson Library operates the only independent book shop in Stamford. The bookshop sells quality used books at reasonable prices — all proceeds benefit the Ferguson Library’s numerous community outreach and enrichment programs.
Palace Stamford (61 Atlantic Street)
Buy the gift of entertainment! The Palace Theatre has long been a centerpiece of arts & entertainment in Stamford Downtown offering something for everyone: live music, comedy, dance and more!
Avon Theatre Film Center (272 Bedford Street)
Treat the movie buff on your list an annual membership to the Avon Theatre. Located in the heart of Downtown Stamford, the member supported, non-profit Avon Theatre offers the best of: Documentaries, Independent, Art-house, Foreign and Cult Films, special guests, sneak previews.
Stamford Art Association (39 Franklin Street)
Give the gift of one-of-a-kind artwork. The Stamford Art Association is celebrating the 43rd Annual Faber Birren National Color Show. View the exhibit at the Townhouse Gallery, open Friday-Sunday, 12-3pm weekly or on their website. Exhibit runs through December 15th! View the Show
The Holiday Wish (Stamford Town Center)
Embark on an enchanting adventure at the Holiday Wish Express at Stamford Town Center! Once you board the virtual train ride to the North Pole, you’ll meet new friends like the Singing Polar Bear Band, the Giant Moose family, busy elves, and even Mrs. Claus! The interactive event made to entertain and inspire every member of the family runs through Dec 24.
FOOD, DRINK & MORE
Lorca Coffee Bar (125 Bedford Street)
Pick up gifts for the coffee and tea lovers on the list! Shop coffee beans & tea, housemade signature flavor syrups, accessories and more. Lorca also carries a variety of products made by local makers!
Bartaco (222 Summer Street)
Making spirits bright with holiday gifts for friends, family + yourself. Head to the bartaco marketplace browse fan favorites like their signature hot sauces ($20), dragonfly glasses ($20), onesies + snapback hats. Or Treat them (and yourself) to tacos this holiday season—buy a $50 gift card and receive a $10 bonus card.
Gift cards can be purchased online (bartaco.com/giftcards) orat any bartaco location.
Garden Catering (235 Main Street)
Its official, you can now purchase Garden Catering’s Secret Seasoning, used to enhance the flavor of their hand cut chicken nuggets, crispy fries and famous potato cones since 1978. Use it on everything from eggs to burgers, chicken, steak and more. Dust your buttered popcorn with it and blow people’s minds. And don’t forget to shake it liberally over The Best Nuggets You’ll Ever Have!
Maruichi Select (191 Summer Street)
Shop a wide variety of Japanese goods including drinkware, toys teas, candies and more.
Flinders Lane Kitchen and Bar (184 Summer Street)
25% Off All Gift Card Purchases. ENTER PROMO CODE: FESTIVE25 AT CHECK OUT. Buy Now
Mecha Noodle Bar (151 Bedford Street)
Giv Noodz, Get Noodz — Starting on Black Friday, buy a $100 gift card and we’ll throw in an extra $25 gift card for you, no strings attached.
Connecticut Cigar Company(43 Bank Street)
Cigar Store and lounge specializing in hand rolled cigars.
WELLNESS & SELF CARE
Agora Day Spa (243 Tresser Blvd.)
Custom aromatherapy Couples Massages, Facials, Body Treatments. All treatments include use of the Steam Room and Swedish Showers. Lockers and lazy lounges are provided for you to zone out before or after your treatment. Buy a Gift Card
Spavia Stamford (300 Atlantic Street)
Spavia Stamford provides an unforgettable spa experience with luxury in every detail. Gift Card purchases over $100 get a free gift! Don’t forget to check out their Spa Boutique for a wide variety of skin and body product, candles and more.
La Jolie Salon & Spa (388 Summer Street)
Buy one, get one 50% off on all retail — valid Friday, Nov. 24 & Saturday, Nov. 25. Several Oribe Gift Set also available!
Natural Herbal Labs (103 Atlantic Street)
Gift the gift of health! At Natural Herbal Labs, they formulate and manufacture premium, organic herbal health products that are formulated to naturally and organically help improve a person’s quality of life.
HOME GOODS
Whimsical Wicks (189 Bedford Street)
The family-owned candle store, where the warmth of a cozy ambiance meets the luxury of fine fragrances. The mother and son duo have combined their passion for creating inviting atmospheres and their love for quality candles to carefully curate a collection of hand-poured candles that embody both style and substance. They take pride in offering not just candles, but moments of serenity and indulgence.
United Home & Patio (441 Summer Street)
Family owned business offering expertly curated selection of patio furniture. Plus statuary, fiberglass animals, mantels, chandeliers, architectural items and the unique and unusual to round out the treasures you can expect to find there!
Safavieh Home Furnishings (Stamford Flagship: 230 Atlantic Street, Safavieh Express: Stamford Town Center)
Your go-to center for unique, high quality furnishings and accessories
Black Friday Sale: Use code BLACK to save 20% off.
U & I Deco (33 Spring Street)
Custom Framing. Art Restoration & Conservation. Art Gallery. Printing. Unique Handmade Gifts.
STAMFORD DOWNTOWN CARD
The Stamford Downtown Card is a community based digital gift card that makes it fun and easy to keep local spending local. Recipients can spend it at more than 50 downtown businesses, making it the perfect gift or stocking stuffer and is also a way to show to support our local businesses! Buy a Stamford Downtown Card