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Happy holidays from your favorite local newsletter. Shop 90+ gift ideas for the season, put together by The Buy team and your trusted Newsletter Editor.

✨ Checking off your gift list = holiday magic

A collage of wrapped presents and gifts including a cozy slipper, sweatshirt, and hand cream.

Treat your loved ones to fun, cozy, and personalized picks this holiday gifting season. | Graphic by 6AM City

Happy holidays, Raleigh. Read on for 90+ gift ideas for everyone on your list, complete with price details and why we think they’re worth unwrapping.

Mistletoe and the text "Gifts for your significant other." — Including a foot massager and a cozy cardigan.

Local pick: Umstead Classic Swedish Massage | $210 | Anyone could use a relaxing day at the Umstead. Treat your beau to an hour of deep relaxation and muscle relief.

Shiatsu foot massager | $79.99 | Nothing says “I love you” like a foot massage — give your hands a break and gift one complete with heat, vibration, and rolling compression.

Bedside lamp with wireless charger and Bluetooth speaker | $59.99 | This elegant night light does it all, from wireless phone charging and music playing, to propping up streaming and e-reading devices.

Local pick: Videri’s 40 piece Bonbon Box | $110 | Spare no expense for your partner — they deserve it.This box will have your chocolate lover in heaven

Barefoot Dreams blanket wrap | $178 | Elevate cozy holiday moments with a luxurious cardigan that might just be the softest thing they’ve ever draped around them.

Women’s UGG Tasman slipper + Men’s UGG Tasman slipper | $124.95+ | UGG perfected the indoor and outdoor slipper with its best-selling, sheepskin-lined Tasman design.

Full-zip flannel jacket | $36.99 | Flannel, cotton, and fleece combine in this ultra-soft, stylish hoodie.

A series of framed silhouettes and the text "Gifts for parents." — Including a spinnable snack box and car backseat organizers.

Local pick: NC Serving Board | $46 | Serve your next charcuterie selection on this NC-themed board and you’ll be the talk of the PTA meeting.

Snack organizer | $36.95 | Kids will love this snack spinner’s push button and slidable compartments — and parents will love how it makes snack time portable and stress-free.

Car backseat organizer | $25.99 | Gift parents peaceful car rides thanks to a two-pack of car organizers complete with a clear tablet holder and multiple compartments.

Local pick: Downtown Raleigh Onesie | $25 | Have your favorite baby rep Raleigh right out of the womb with this celebration of the downtown skyline.

Daily dad jokes calendar | $17.99 | Make 2026 the year of never-ending puns with over 150 dad jokes in this monthly wall calendar.

Local pick: Classic Shibumi Shade with Wind Assist | $295 | This shade is going to make your loved one’s next trip to the beach so much better.

Mama bear slippers | $28 | As if these “Mama bear” slippers aren’t cute enough, the insides feature a teddy footbed for maximum softness.

A cozy fireplace and the text "Gifts for retirees." — Including a garden kneeler and an ebike.

Local pick: All Things North Carolina 550 piece Puzzle | $22 | This intricate puzzle features icons from every corner of the Tar Heel state.

Garden kneeler and stool | $30.90 | Gardening’s more fun without the knee and back pain — we love this all-in-one stool that functions as both a bench and seat + organizes garden tools.

Smart birdfeeder with camera | $129.99 | Birders can watch special visitors up close with this durable and weatherproof birdfeeder.

Local pick: ”Deep Run Roots” by Vivian Howard | $45 | Howard is well-known for her PBS show and this recipe book suited for home cooks of all skill levels.

Local pick: Joy Worthy Co. | Price varies | Gift creativity with a class from Joy Worthy Co. Choose from cookie decorating, paint pouring, and woodburning for a fun night out.

Pickleball set | $49.99 | These fiberglass surface pickleball paddles, grip tape, pickleballs, and portable carriers are the perfect intro gift for those looking to learn the game.

A champagne bottle and the text "Gifts for holiday parties and gift exchanges." — Including a duck lamp and three pounds of really good salt.

Local pick: Ornaments from Edge of Urge | $8-$45 | This quirky store has a wide variety of ornaments, including a jar of cheese balls, Dwight from “The Office,” and Martha Stewart. Plus, get free gift wrapping in store.

Computer memo and message board | $6.98 | Perfect for your work bestie, this will help them organize their notes and to-do lists.

Local pick: Conniption Kinship Gin | $37.99 | This locally distilled gin changes colors when combined with acids like lemon juice and tonic water, and it will look gorgeous on an aspiring mixologist’s bar cart.

“HR Approved Way To Say Things I Can’t Say Out Loud At Work” | $11.99 | This witty collection of “translations” is sure to create some chuckles around the office.

Monopoly Deal | $7.99 | This fun + family-friendly gift is a fast-paced version of the classic Monopoly board game.

Local pick: Spicewalla Kitchen Essentials Pantry Refresh | $99.99| Ground fresh and packed to order in Asheville, this 18-tin spice set is made for the home chef who’s always stirring up something special, but could use an ingredient upgrade.

Three pounds of really good salt | $47.50+ | This one is sure to get some strange looks, but its silliness and sheer practicality might make it the most memorable gift at the party.

Existential crisis duck lamp | $16.99 | This amusing, rechargeable light is cord-free + a cute desk accessory.

A golf ball, hole, and the text "Gifts for golfers." — Including best-selling socks and a magnetic golf towel.

Local pick: Dogwood Rope Hat | $38 | What’s cooler than a fresh new golf hat? One that reps Raleigh’s indoor golf spot, Dogwood Country Club, and NC’s state flower.

Indoor putting green | $64.99 | Golfers won’t be able to resist trying out this 9.5-ft indoor putting green the day they unwrap it.

Frustrated golfer socks | $9.99 | This No. 1 best-selling pair of men’s novelty socks is sure to get a laugh.

Magnetic golf towel | $31.95 | Rated 4.7 stars, this microfiber towel sticks to golf carts or clubs so they won’t lose it around the green.

Local pick: PGA Superstore gift card | Any amount | This store’s got everything your favorite golf fanatic needs so you don’t need to know the difference between a wedge and an iron.

Golf cooler bag | $25.99 | This slim, compact cooler bag can be stowed in the side pocket of most golf bags and fits up to six beer cans.

Play Nine: The card game of golf | $19.99 | Just like in golf, the lowest score wins in this family-friendly card game with nearly 20,000 glowing reviews.

A collection of stamps and the text "Gifts that ship fast." — Including pjs and a fun card game.

Women’s pajama set | Prices vary on color and pattern | These ultra-soft pjs are available in 40+ colors and patterns, from classic solids to fun holiday patterns.

Genuine leather wallet | $31.88 | Upgrade their worn-out wallet to this stylish + functional one that boasts RFID blocking technology.

Owala FreeSip | $29.98 | This 4.7-star rated water bottle is loved for its patented FreeSip design that allows you to sip upright through a built-in straw or tilt back to swig a gulp.

Satchel crossbody bag | $22.14 | A chic and practical choice for the handbag lover in your life.

Herd Mentality card game | $24.99 | This udderly hilarious + family-friendly card game is a perfect stocking stuffer.

A pile of presents and the text "Gifts for under $20." — Including a fluffy sweatshirt and shower steamers.

Local pick: Cook Out T-shirt | $1.99 with the purchase of a tray | Any proud North Carolinian — or excited visitor — will love sporting this iconic fast food chain.

Fleece pullover | $13.99 | This oversized fluffy sweatshirt is what cozy winter dreams are made of.

Foldable travel jewelry case | $15.99 | Five different jewelry compartments make it easy to organize rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.

Local pick: Big Spoon Roasters Lum Lum Thai Curry Peanut & Cashew Butter | $16.50 | Dig into this unique spiced nut butter — this goes perfect in baked goods.

Shower steamers | $9.99 | This best-selling assortment features scents like lavender, eucalyptus, and rosemary.

Local pick: Nons Pinching Salts | $15 | Sprinkle these on anything that needs a little extra flavor – the Carolina Reaper salt won a Made in NC award.

Cast iron burger press | $19.99 | Surprise your foodie friend with this smash burger press that works on skillets, griddles, gas grills, and more.

Local pick: 8-inch ceramic NC trivet | $16 | Upgrade the kitchen of any North Carolinian with this decorative trivet.

Best-selling plaid chunky scarf | $16.99 | Elevate their winter wardrobe with this best-selling scarf they’ll use for years to come.

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