Shop Philly to Support Philly This Holiday Season

Sending flavors from Philly is sure to get you a win. Di Bruno Bros. is a destination for super-easy-to-gift cheese and more with packaged-up offerings — including a hoagie kit. For a spirited gift (honey whiskey, maybe?) check with Manatawny Still Works , a Pottstown-based distillery with an East Passyunk tasting room that peddles whiskey and other spirits. Spice up the life of the budding chef in your life with an assortment of spices, sauces and spreads like blackberry-pinot noir from Chestnut Hill’s The Spice Rack . But send friends and family you really love to Italian pastry heaven with a box of cannoli from Termini Brothers , a South Philly staple.

Featured in This Guide:

• A hoagie kit from Di Bruno Bros.
• Honey whiskey from Manatawny Still Works
• Blackberry Pinot noir spread from The Spice Rack
• Cannoli from Termini Brothers

Youse looking for that special something for the die-hard Philly fan? Philadelphia shops and markets deal in all kinds of swag for that jawn. Start your very Philly shopping at Christmas Village or the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park before hitting up Philly-centric South Fellini online or on East Passyunk. Pay the Philly attitude forward with a table-topper (or excellent jewelry) from The Sable Collective and then round it all out with a crisp J.A.W.N. from Neshaminy Creek Brewing in Bucks County.

Featured in This Guide:

• Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
• Christmas Village in Philadelphia
• Wawa Coffee Jawn pin from South Fellini
• Desk plate from The Sable Collective
• J.A.W.N. beer from Neshaminy Creek Brewing

Taking in the great outdoors in Greater Philadelphia is super easy — and getting outfitted with the right gear is even easier: Check out the socially conscious United by Blue for warm and cozy hats and more or visit P’s & Q’s and nearby Totem Brand Co. on South Street to find a robust selection of jackets, backpacks and bags. To give an easy outdoor experience, purchase tickets to Morris Arboretum for a brisk walk in a beautiful, safe environment. To bring a little outdoors into your life without braving a single chill, adopt a giraffe, rhino and tiger from the Philadelphia Zoo or purchase a membership to the Fairmount Park Conservancy to score them free and discounted park events, swag and more — and ensure that Philadelphia’s parks are enhanced for generations to come.

Featured in This Guide:

• Hats from United by Blue
• Jacket from P’s & Q’s
• Backpacks from Totem Brand Co.
• Adopt an animal from The Philadelphia Zoo
• Take a walk at Morris Arboretum
• Become a member of Fairmount Park Conservancy

There is an opportunity right now for all of us to make change and strengthen the community by supporting Black- and Brown-owned businesses, which are disproportionately at risk of closure during the COVID-19 pandemic. So get inspired to take positive action: When we shop for gifts locally at Black- and Brown-owned businesses, we’re positively impacting Philadelphia. You can pick out the perfect handcrafted mug for that holiday eggnog from YOWIE; keep feet warm and comfy with Robert Graham socks from Blue Sole Shoes; grab reading material for the winter from Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books ; and mask up in style with an African Print reusable face mask from D’IYANU.

Featured in This Guide:

• Handcrafted mug from YOWIE
• Socks from Blue Sole Shoes
• Books from Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books
• Reusable face mask from D’IYANU

We could all use a bit more “ohm” or “ahh” in our lives right now. Combat anyone’s work-from-home stress with delivery from Stripp’d Juice or some downward dogs with a Yoga Garden Philly gift card. Treat a beauty-lover to a new set of brushes and foundation from Ursula’s About Phace Studio or the crystal oil massage at the spa at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center — the perfect indulgence for anyone in need of a mini escape.

Featured in This Guide:

• Cold-pressed juice from Stripp’d Juice
• Gift card from Yoga Garden Philly
• Makeup brushes from Ursula’s About Phace Rittenhouse Makeup Studio
• Crystal oil massage from Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center

A Philadelphia gift guide would be lackluster without a nod to our city’s revolutionary history. First, you can revolutionize your loved one’s look with a vintage find from Common Ground or a Lagos’ Heart of Philadelphia pendant , featuring architectural elements from Independence Hall and other iconic buildings. For a gift that lasts a lifetime give a custom engraved brick in the Betsy Ross House courtyard or at Franklin Square. And for a gift that might only last a few weeks, ship a can, case or keg of Philadelphia Brewing Company’s Walt Whit — a spicy Belgian ale named for a spicy Philly thinker.

Featured in This Guide:

• Vintage T-shirt from Common Ground
• Heart of Philadelphia pendant from Lagos
• Custom engraved brick from Betsy Ross House or from Franklin Square
• Walt Whit ale from Philadelphia Brewing Company

Philly’s locally owned and expertly curated shops offer tons of exclusive goodies, perfect for in-person and online shopping experiences on #BuyBlack Friday , Small Business Saturday and every other day of the year. Open House in Midtown Village stocks a brilliant selection of jewelry, baby clothes and home decor in addition to Philly-centric swag (look out for the Gritty gift box). East Passyunk’s Occasionette features a smartly curated selection of homewares, jewelry, witty cards and more. For goods created by local makers, Philadelphia Independents is a one-stop-shop for candles, ceramics and totes. And for stationery, toys and artisan-made pottery, check out Art Star’s online shop or virtual bazaar. Explore our guides to Black-owned shops , as well as independent stores for womenswear and menswear , to make sourcing the perfect Philly gift a cinch.

Museum Store Sunday returns on November 29, 2020, offering a great kickstart to a holiday season of supporting and patronizing the gift shops of Philadelphia-area museums and attractions. Some online stores to peruse: the National Museum of American Jewish History , offering everything from menorahs to face masks; the Barnes Foundation , with the added bonus of awesome deals from November 27-30, 2020 , for Museum Store Sunday; the Philadelphia Museum of Art , with stunning Philly-exclusive art items you won’t find anywhere else; and the Museum of the American Revolution , featuring an extensive collection of books about Revolutionary-era America, as well as pins, flags, mugs and hats. (See their helpful gift guide for more.) Or you could become a member or donor to one of Greater Philadelphia’s cultural destinations representing our diverse population like the Asian Arts Initiative , the African American Museum in Philadelphia and Taller Puertorriqueño .

Philadelphia is home to a vibrant community of artists creating visual works of all media. You can contribute to the artistic and intellectual life of the city by purchasing a piece of art directly from an artist or via a local gallery. On the Delaware River Waterfront, airy Cherry Street Pier hosts artists-in-residence in its cool repurposed shipping container studios, giving visitors to the Pier a look into these artists’ creative process. Check out the Cherry Street Pier gift guide for gifts that support local creatives like Acori Honzo, Sharif Pendleton, Jason Alexis Ramirez, Samantha Billig, Thomcat23 and Athena Scott. For even more local art to browse and buy, visit artist collective InLiquid online to peruse its curated holiday shop of locally made artwork; explore the galleries (in person and online) of areas like Old City and the South Street Headhouse District ; and shop the artists and artisans participating in seasonal holiday pop-ups in person and online .

Philadelphia’s stellar performing arts programs and venues have lots to offer this holiday season and beyond. The Kimmel Center , BalletX , the Philly POPS and more continue to screen virtual and digital happenings for culture hounds at home, while many programs have subscriptions for already-announced 2021-22 seasons on offer as well.

A number of Philadelphia’s powerhouse chefs and restauranteurs helm the kitchens at multiple restaurants throughout the city — and a gift card to one of the chef-forward brands allows recipients to choose which restaurant they visit or order takeout from. Fans of the 13th Street dining scene can enjoy a Safran-Turney Hospitality gift card with food from spots like Barbuzzo, Bud and Marilyn’s, or Lolita. Those looking to try James Beard Award-winner Michael Solomonov’s restaurants might like a Cook + Solo card redeemable at K’Far, Federal Donuts, Laser Wolf and more. And gift cards are also available for restaurant families like Schulson Collective (Double Knot, Harp and Crown), Starr Restaurants (El Vez, Parc), Garces Group (Amada, Distrito) and more.

For the coffee drinkers on your shopping list, look to some of Philly’s finest coffee roasters for subscriptions to fuel their morning cup. Rival Bros. Coffee , ReAnimator Coffee and La Colombe allow shoppers to purchase subscriptions of their finest blends so the coffee fans in your life never run out of their favorite jolt.

Give yourself or someone you love the gift of an easy Philly escape in the coming year and grab one of many great Philadelphia hotel deals now available, including the Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package . Plan ahead for a 2021 getaway to Philadelphia and give the gift of a Philadelphia experience with a stay at one of our charming B&Bs, a small independent hotel or a luxe big brand property.

Find everything on your holiday shopping list — and treat yourself as well — at Greater Philadelphia’s many major retail destinations, charming main streets in towns around the region and top-rated indoor and outdoor shopping malls. You’ll find amazing deals and holiday specials both in-person and online — and, best of all, there’s no sales tax on most wearable goods like clothing and shoes in Philadelphia (some exceptions apply).