Make holiday gifting easier with 90+ gift ideas in this special edition newsletter, put together with our shopping + deals site The Buy.
Win the holidays with these gift ideas
Embrace the holiday giving season with this guide that’s got something for everyone, including local finds. | Graphic by 6AM City
Season’s greetings, Raleigh. Festive time is upon us — and in between hot cocoa drinking and twinkle light hanging, we’re guessing you’re shopping for a few special people on your list. Look no further than the official RALtoday gift guide, with 90+ gift ideas including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.
Including a jumbo cooler bag and conversation starters for kids.
Ceneda large cooler bag | $24.99 | This insulated, leak-proof tote is perfect for family road trips, beach trips, and everything in between.
Car backseat organizers | $19.99 | Speaking of road trips, these backseat car organizers are every parent’s best friend + come complete with a tablet holder.
200 Kids Conversation Cards | $29.97 | Transform family dinners with a conversation-starting card game that asks kids and adults fun and meaningful questions.
Local pick:Toes in the Sand candle | $15 | Let the scent of this candle foster relaxation after long days.
Bento Lunch Box | $32.99 | Gift parents an organized + colorful lunch box complete with a food jar, dividers, and silicone utensils.
Smart calendar + chore chart | $319.99 | The future of chore charts is here — treat parents to the ultimate family organization tool, complete with Google calendar syncing, color coding, and meal planning.
Including a glitzy tumbler and Spikeball.
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Local pick:Carolina Hurricanes tickets | $50+ | There isn’t a bad seat in the house at the Lenovo Center — treat your Caniac to a game or two.
Women’s cropped quarter zip | $34.99+ | A bestseller in women’s fashion sweatshirts, this cropped sweatshirt comes in multiple colors and includes a thumb hole.
Spikeball set | $69.99 | A popular yard game they’ll want to play immediately after unwrapping.
Blank Slate game | $24.99 | Get the whole family laughing together during holiday gatherings with this highly-rated word association party game.
Studded bling tumbler | $31.99 | The perfect gift for the glitz lover in your family.
Local pick:Adventure Landing attraction pass | $27.99+ | Give the gift of fun through this amusement park that features activities for everyone, from laser tag to go-karting.
Mini karaoke machine | $29.99 | Both kids and adults will end up belting their heart out with this wireless, Bluetooth karaoke set.
Including a puzzle board and the prettiest tea set.
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Local pick:“I got it all together” needlepoint pillow | $95 | This pillow — and other fun selections from Furbish — is the perfect addition to a sarcastic homebody’s cozy living room.
Rotating puzzle board + poppy puzzle | $99.99 + $24.15 | Puzzle-lovers will appreciate this rotating puzzle board complete with drawers for sorting pieces — pair it with a colorful, cheery poppy puzzle.
Local pick:Rest body fragrance oil | $32 | Hand-crafted and made to order, this oil aims to promote relaxation.
Cotton waffle bathrobe | $119.99 | A luxury hotel + spa-quality waffle robe crafted from 100% cotton and silk.
Heated foot massager | $89.99 | Equipped with infrared heating, this soothing foot massager will comfort and soothe sore feet.
Teabloom flowering tea set | $69.95 | A beautiful glass teapot and a set of flowering teas that bloom right in the pot.
Local pick:Luxurious spa robe | $125 | Wrap a loved one in luxury and relaxation this holiday season with the Woodhouse Spa robe, available to purchase in-spa.*
Including comfy flannel and a customized book embosser.
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Local pick:Rosie leather crossbody sling bag | $74 | Made in Raleigh by women in crisis, these bestselling chic bags are responsibly made and customizeable.
TheraGun Mini Massage Gun | $199.00 | A compact and travel-sized deep tissue massager that can relieve sore muscles and speed up recovery in between workouts.
UGG Tasman Slipper | $110.00 | Gift your partner the perfect winter slipper that can be worn both in and out of the house.
Local pick:Triangle Wine Company gift card | $10+ | We’ll toast to that. Or give your person a hand-picked bottle of wine to enjoy together.
Sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket | $49.90 | Choose your favorite plaid pattern + snag them a warm jacket great for hiking, trekking, and camping all season long.
“From the library of” book embosser | $17.95+ | For the partner who loves to read, this personalized gift will add flair and meaning to their home library.
Including a fancy hot sauce set and a YETI tumbler.
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Local pick:Nons Pinching Salts | $55 | These are made right here in Raleigh, and this set includes the Made in NC Award-winning Tenebroso salt.
TRUFF 3-bottle set | $19.99 | A great sampler gift of the original TRUFF hot sauce, hotter hot sauce, and black truffle oil.
Funny flip-over desk signs | $13.99 | Perfect for the office gift exchange, these flip-over signs display messages like “Drinks after work?” and “Shh...I’m thinking.”
Porta-Potty Shot Glasses | $19.99 | Liven up the gift grab bag with highly-rated porta-potty shot glasses.
Local pick:Deco Raleigh gift box | $8+ | Take the pressure off and get a curated box of locally sourced goodies.
Including a jam advent calendar and an heirloom pie dish.
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Local pick:Videri bonbons | $48 | These decadent confections are filled with caramels + ganaches and are crafted right in the Warehouse District.
Toschi Amarena cherries | $19.99 | Perfect on cheese boards, atop ice cream, or straight out of the jar, these Italian Amarena cherries are a little luxury.
Pompom fringe blanket | $22.99 | Because who doesn’t love curling up with an ultra soft blanket at the end of the day?
Wine opener gift set | $59.99 | Level up neighborhood wine night with a wine decanter set complete with an electric opener, aerator, and foil cutter.
Le Creuset heritage pie dish | $55.95 | Give the gift of a classic, heirloom pie dish they’ll bake comforting treats in for years to come.
Including a classic outdoor beanie and a two cup cook set.
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Local pick:Shibumi Shade with quiet canopy | $275 | This one’s for the beach bums — plus, the new quiet canopy will make your day by the sea that much more relaxing.
Thule 614 Pulse Rack | $599.95 | The ultimate car rooftop cargo box for someone that spends more time outside than they do indoors.
Carhartt men’s knit cuffed beanie | $19.99 | This classic Carhartt knit beanie has 100,000+ five-star reviews for good reason — it’s durable, warm, and available in 35+ colors.
Local pick:Galaxy Fun Park gift card | $33 | This thrilling park provides exciting experiences in the form of a drop tower, laser tag, and bumper cars.
LifeStraw Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System | $32.89 | For that special someone who’s always hiking or backpacking, this collapsible LifeStraw water bottle is a gift that will keep them hydrated for years to come.
Waterfly crossbody sling backpack | $34.99 | A light backpack designed with hiking in mind — adventurous friends can sling it on their back or chest and walk in comfort.
Stanley The Nesting Two Cup Cook Set | $25.00 | Made for outdoor cooking, this efficient little cooking kit can whip up hot meals, coffee, or boiling water.
