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Local Gift Shopping in Philly

Local stores and markets for all your shopping needs

We’re lucky to have an abundance of locally-owned stores in all corners of Philadelphia. Whether you’re looking for presents for kids, friends, your partner, or family, we found stores and markets that will have something for everyone. Many of these places sell locally made gifts, so not only are you supporting local store owners, you’re also supporting local makers! Happy shopping!

 

Don’t see your favorite local store or market on the list? Leave a comment and we will continue to update this piece throughout the holiday season.

 

Kids’ Stores

Tildie’s Toy Box & Tiny Tildie’s

1829 & 1833 East Passyunk Avenue

 

This family-favorite toy store in South Philly now has a little sister shop for babies! These are the spots to go if you want thoughtful, gender neutral toys and books centered around imagination, creativity, and exploration.

Buddha Babe

308 Levering Mill Road, Bala Cynwyd

 

This local design studio sells luxury accessories for babies, toddlers, and the home. They also host group sewing lessons, birthday parties, and community events.

Minnow Lane

2029 Frankford Avenue

 

This store in Fishtown provides ethically sourced, sustainable, and non-toxic toys and clothing for young children and families.

Born Yesterday

1901 Walnut Street

 

Located on Rittenhouse Square, Born Yesterday sells a wide variety of clothes and toys for babies and young kids.

The Nesting House

542 Carpenter Lane

 

The Nesting House is an environmentally minded boutique that buys and sells baby clothing, toys, accessories, and furniture.

 

Photo by P. Woolsey for Visit Philadelphia

Stores for Everyone

Vix Emporium

5009 Baltimore Avenue

 

This West Philly gift shop features jewelry, prints, cards, and more, primarily made locally.

Ceramic Concept

5015 Baltimore Avenue

 

Head a couple doors down from Vix Emporium to check out Ceramic Concept, a thoughtfully curated ceramics store that sells the works of artists of color, women, and local artists.

Ali’s Wagon

2017 Fairmount Avenue

 

Ali’s Wagon is a woman-owned boutique in Fairmount that specializes in local makers and small businesses. With everything from home goods to games to clothes, you’ll be able to find something for everyone on your list here.

South Fellini

1507 E Passyunk Avenue

 

This is where to go if you’re looking for apparel that’s everything Philly.

Philadelphia Independents

35 N 3rd Street

 

Located in Old City, this gift boutique sells exclusively locally made goods.

Vault + Vine

3507 Midvale Avenue

 

This East Falls plant shop offers custom floral arrangements and locally made gifts.

Brickbat Books

709 South 4th Street

 

This cozy Queen Village bookstore has a selection of beautiful used and new children books, as well as a curated selection of poetry, fiction, and art books.

 

Photo by C. Smyth for Visit Philadelphia

Markets

Check out our updated calendar of local holiday markets below.

Fiber Craft Holiday Market

Bok Building 1901 S 9th St., Philadelphia, United States

You're invited to the first ever Fiber Craft Holiday Market in Philadelphia. This market boasts all things fiber craft: yarn shops, craft supplies & kits, indie dyers & spinners, handmade items, fiber art, textile wearables & jewelry, and more! With over 66 vendors, you can […]

HANDMADE x El Mercado Cultural

Fleisher Art Memorial 719 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

HANDMADE is an indoor juried craft market organized by Fleisher Art Memorial to promote local vendors and artists. Featuring a wide array of handmade and artisanal items, this annual market is the perfect place to find holiday gifts at a range of prices to accommodate […]

Event Series Fishtown Freeze

Fishtown Freeze

Fishtown District 29 E Allen St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Now entering its 5th year, Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District and Fishtown Co are excited to announce the expansion of our annual Fishtown Freeze ice sculpture event into a weekend long family-friendly extravaganza that brings dozens of custom-designed ice sculptures, shopping spree discounts at […]

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Holiday Bizarre at Beehive

Beehive at Bok 1901 S 9th Street Suite BO3A, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Beehive’s first Holiday Bizarre: It’s our kids’ turn to shop for their loved ones- with small local vendors at a kid-friendly price point, a present wrapping station and make-and-take crafts. The details: 12/10 from 9-12 during open play! The Bizarre will be set up in […]

Event Series West Craft Fest

West Craft Fest

The Rotunda 4014 Walnut St., Philadelphia, United States

Two DIFFERENT days of local wares handmade with care, like artisan jewelry, ceramics, ornaments, art prints and originals, home wares, clothing, cozy hand knits, natural bodycare, candles, stationery, toys, and all sorts of unique holiday gifts.

Jingle Jawn Holiday Market

Old Pine Community Center 401 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Save some space under the tree! Old Pine Community Center's third annual Jingle Jawn holiday market returns on Sunday, December 10th from 11am to 3pm. Shop from a diverse variety of local crafts and gifts, while enjoying local food and a festive children's craft station! […]

Northern Liberties Holiday Pop-up Market

Operator's Club at the Piazza 1010 Hancock Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Northern Liberties Business Improvement District kicks the holiday season up a notch with the return of the Northern Liberties Holiday Pop-up Shop on Saturday, December 9th and Sunday, December 10th – in conjunction with the BRAND NEW Northern Liberties Holiday Shopping Stroll. Northern Liberties Holiday Pop-up Shop will pop-up at a BRAND NEW LOCATION this year Operator’s Club (1010 North Hancock) […]

Trans Art Market

Bok Building 1901 S 9th St., Philadelphia, United States

Philly market exclusively highlighting trans & non-binary artists $5 entry, masks & vaccine cards/negative covid test required

Event Series Fishtown Freeze

Fishtown Freeze

Fishtown District 29 E Allen St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Now entering its 5th year, Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District and Fishtown Co are excited to announce the expansion of our annual Fishtown Freeze ice sculpture event into a weekend long family-friendly extravaganza that brings dozens of custom-designed ice sculptures, shopping spree discounts at […]

Roxborough Tree Lighting Ceremony and Happy Holidays from Rox Kick-Off

Roxborough Pocket Park 6170 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Roxborough Development Corporation presents Happy Holidays from Rox and the Annual Roxborough Tree Lighting Ceremony - the official kick-off to the three day holiday pop-up market and weekend of festivities. Happy Holidays from Rox expanded this year to a 3-day holiday event with a NEW indoor […]

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Event Series Zen of Philly Market

Zen of Philly Market

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Zen of Philly Market is a shopping experience consisting of Philadelphia's makers and small businesses, whose main goal is to introduce a zen lifestyle to their audience. Supporting these businesses helps to ensure Philadelphia continues to bloom from seeds planted by Philly natives. Hosted […]

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Event Series Stag & Doe Nights

Stag & Doe Nights

Chestnut Hill Business District 8426 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Wednesday from Thanksgiving through Christmas.  Chestnut Hill’s beloved annual Stag & Doe Nights return, featuring extended store hours, holiday specials, and complimentary refreshments at many stores.  A brass quartet will roam every Stag & Doe Night from 6:30-8:30 p.m.  You may even catch a glimpse of Santa strutting down the Avenue and […]

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Decemberfest: Made in Mt. Airy

Lovett Park 6945 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Mt. Airy's first annual holiday market is coming up on Saturday, December 16 (rain date December 17)! They'll be hosting a makers’ market in Lovett Park, complete with food & drink, live music, and a visit from Black Santa (12-3pm). Not only that, shops throughout […]

Made @ Bok Winter Market

Bok Building 1901 S 9th St., Philadelphia, United States

Come support small businesses and shop for the holidays at Made @ Bok Winter Market! This is a market feature crafts from makers in our community. Free entry! If you have any questions, please reach out to madeatbok@gmail.com

South Philly Book Crawl

Headhouse Shambles 2nd & Lombard Streets, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Pier Players Theater Co. for some holiday shopping - with a touch of local history! They've partnered with a handful of independent bookstores to feature along this jaunt through South Philly. The Pier Players’ own Julianne Kastner has been a history tour guide […]

Sisterly Love Holiday Markets at the Headhouse Shambles

Headhouse Shambles 2nd & Lombard Streets, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Shop locally and shop female-led this holiday season! The Sisterly Love Collective is excited to be back at the Headhouse Shambles for their second year, hosting holiday markets on 12/2 (South Street Tree Lighting: Meet & Greet with Santa + the Mrs. Claus Holiday Market), […]

Event Series Holiday Markets

Holiday Markets

Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Shop local this holiday season with unique finds at the weekly holiday markets on select Saturdays through December 23 from 12 pm to 5 pm at the Pier.

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Event Series Zen of Philly Market

Zen of Philly Market

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Zen of Philly Market is a shopping experience consisting of Philadelphia's makers and small businesses, whose main goal is to introduce a zen lifestyle to their audience. Supporting these businesses helps to ensure Philadelphia continues to bloom from seeds planted by Philly natives. Hosted […]

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Event Series Stag & Doe Nights

Stag & Doe Nights

Chestnut Hill Business District 8426 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Every Wednesday from Thanksgiving through Christmas.  Chestnut Hill’s beloved annual Stag & Doe Nights return, featuring extended store hours, holiday specials, and complimentary refreshments at many stores.  A brass quartet will roam every Stag & Doe Night from 6:30-8:30 p.m.  You may even catch a glimpse of Santa strutting down the Avenue and […]

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Support small businesses and crafters by shopping local this holiday season. This unique outdoor market creates a one-stop destination for gifts including handcrafted jewelry, artwork, home goods, clothing, skin care and more. Visit DilworthPark.org for hours and a full list of vendors.

Lead photo by R. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia™.

Calendar Editor and Writer for Philadelphia Family. Send tips to eleanor@familyfocus.org.

1 COMMENT
  • Amanda November 28, 2023

    This is such a great list! I will be referring my office to this piece for our office holiday gift exchange!

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