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This holiday season, why not think outside the big-box stores and shop small? Supporting local businesses not only brings unique and meaningful gifts to your loved ones, but it also helps strengthen the community. From handmade goods to memorable experiences, shopping small offers the opportunity to give a one-of-a-kind present. Below find a list of fantastic gift ideas that your local Long Island businesses can offer, ensuring a thoughtful and personalized holiday season.
Subscription Goodie Box
Curated by Trellus, gift the LocaLI Bred box, a subscription box full of Long Island local products and treats. Remind a loved one of Long Island memories with this meaningful locally sourced gift. Trellus Marketplace is launching this holiday season, and their mission is to solely support small businesses. Trellus is a one-stop-shop online delivery service for browsing all things local. Get the things you need and love delivered from your favorite small businesses as quickly as same-day.
Handcrafted Home Goods
Give original handcrafted goods from Gallery North and The Weathered Barn. Gallery North offers beautiful ceramics, jewelry, paintings, prints, and woodcrafts–perfect for any home. Over at The Weathered Barn in Greenport, you’ll find soaps, tinctures, jams, and home decor. Create a unique gift basket with items that engage all five senses–tea for taste, a painting for sight, a candle for smell, wind chimes for hearing, and lotion for touch.
Sweet Treats
Indulge your loved ones with sweet treats from some of Long Island’s finest chocolatiers and bakers. At Bon Bons Chocolatier, customize a decadent box of truffles, caramels, and other chocolate favorites. For something truly special, Disset Chocolate offers homemade chocolate made in Cutchogue, including their annual winter-themed box and the fun Paint-Your-Own Chocolate Bar kit. If you’re looking for a classic gift, The Biscotti Company has you covered with traditional Sicilian biscotti in flavors like classic almond, cranberry pistachio, and chocolate pecan & salted caramel–ideal for holiday gifting or sharing at parties.
Pet Care Items
Don’t forget your furry friends this holiday season! Harbor Pet offers a great selection of stocking stuffers, from tasty treats to fun toys, making it easy to shop small for your pets.
Pampering & Wellness Gifts
Help a loved one start the new year fresh and rejuvenated with thoughtful gifts from a local wellness business. The Wellness Stop has everything you need to relax, from skincare to bath salts to robes and diffusers–perfect for creating a DIY self-care basket. For a soothing experience, book a session at Joy of Acupuncture, where your gift can provide much-needed stress and pain relief. Evolve Spa in Great Neck offers top-tier skincare solutions, facials, microneedling and more. Consider a gift card to Evolve Spa for a luxurious experience!
Seasonal Brews
Gift holiday spirit in a can with Long Island Farm Brewery’s “Lighten Up” Winter Ale. Brewed with winter spices, maple syrup, vanilla, and plenty of holiday cheer, the cans even have Christmas string lights printed on the sleeve. There are plenty of other delicious flavors to choose from, including pumpkin and s’mores! A four-pack might just be the perfect stocking stuffer!
Sports Lessons
For the active person on your list, consider booking some sports lessons for a fun activity gift. Pickleball Xpress offers private, semi-private, or group lessons to help your loved one master or learn the game of pickleball, a sport that’s rapidly growing in popularity. For golf enthusiasts or novices, X-Golf in Commack or Westbury’s indoor golf simulator offers a way to play golf in the coldest days of winter. Pair your reservation with a lesson from a PGA-certified expert for the perfect gift to elevate anyone’s game.
A Picture-Perfect Gift
Gift a professional headshot with Benny Migs Photo in Patchogue, perfect for a recent graduate or anyone looking to update their professional image. It’s also a thoughtful gift for grandparents who would love an updated photo of their grandchildren this holiday season. Alternatively, treat your loved one to a fun experience at Selfie Clubhouse in Hicksville, where they can spend an hour snapping pictures in front of 30 unique backgrounds–ideal for creating lasting memories.
See a Show
Gift the experience of a live show from one of our many talented theaters on Long Island. Check out these theaters and their upcoming programs:
Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater
For the Thrill Seeker
For those who crave adventure and excitement, give the gift of a thrilling experience this holiday season with these season pass deals. Splish Splash, the largest water park in the tri-state area, is offering up to $50 off season passes for a limited time. WildPlay Element Parks has a great deal on their 2025 season pass for just $100, offering five levels of aerial courses, ziplines, and a thrilling 40-foot freefall jump. Plus, Adventureland is running a holiday sale on 2025 season passes, with adult passes starting at just $100.
For discounted ticket packages, check out The Adventure Park Long Island–up to 40% off for groups of 2 to 6 people, great for families or friends. Or, treat someone to an all-day adventure at Urban Air Adventure Park with their All-In, All-Day Group Pass, which includes three top-tier tickets, two parent tickets, and additional bonuses, ideal for a family of five looking to enjoy endless fun together.
For the Shopper
Sometimes the perfect gift, no matter what time of year, is quality time - what better way to experience that than inviting a loved one to join your holiday shopping outing at the brand new Belmont Park Village, Long Island’s latest luxury style destination. Whether you’re finding gifts for loved ones or treating yourself, enjoy designer fashion finds at up to 65% off all year round, alongside delightful dining and exceptional hospitality services. Shop an exciting curation of brands, including a number making their Long Island debut, including Thom Browne, Rene Caovilla, Palm Angels, and Orlebar Brown, to discover one-of-a-kind gifts your loved ones will love.
Insider Tip: After checking off your gift list, savor world-renowned macarons at Ladurée, or grab fresh, feel-good bites at Pret A Manger—both also firsts for Long Island. Make Belmont Park Village your ultimate holiday shopping destination and stay in the loop for new openings and holiday giveaways!
