Season’s greetings, Richmond. 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 RICtoday gift guide, with 90+ gift ideas including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.
Gifts for singles
Holiday shopping for a single in your life? Treat them to comfort, coziness, and little luxuries with these gift ideas.
Local pick: Maven Made well-being gift set | $24 | This wellness set includes the Every Body Oil, Sleep Serum, and an Immunity Boost aromatherapy blend.
Smeg electric kettle | $190.00 | Splurge on a coveted retro-style Smeg appliance, perfect for making teas and coffees all year long.
Knitted weighted blanket | $135.99 | Perfect for a bed or couch, this 15-lb blanket offers comforting weight with an aesthetic knit finish.
Local pick: Vitality Float Spa session | $75 | Book them a one-hour session in a float tank designed to reduce stress levels and improve circulation.
Melissa Clark’s “Dinner in One” | $29.99 | A New York Times bestseller and a best cookbook of the year by Food & Wine, Melissa Clark’s recipe collection serves up delicious, one-pot meals for dinner.
Automatic curtain opener | $89.99 | A smart device that opens curtains automatically by smartphone app, Alexa, or Google Home — they can even set schedules.
“I need a hug(e margarita)” candle | $17.95 | Gift them a handmade candle bound to make anybody laugh.
Gifts for parents
The holidays = the best time for gifting parents smart and functional items to ease carpool, lunch prep, and home organization. Shop stand-out gifts for parents and families.
Local pick: Latched Mama nursing pullover | $64 | A comfortable sweatshirt designed for convenient nursing access and babywear.
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 | $34.99 | Speaking of road trips, these backseat car organizers are every parent’s best friend + come complete with a tablet holder.
200 Kids Conversation Cards | $38.95 | Transform family dinners with a conversation-starting card game that asks kids and adults fun and meaningful questions.
Local pick: Beego handmade wet bag | $19-$32 | These versatile, reusable bags can be used for frozen goods, leaky water bottles, wet swim suits, and way more.
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 | $317.99 | 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.
Gifts for young people
Bring on the rhinestones, games, noise, and fun. Shop our favorite holiday gifts for young people, all perfect for gifting to grandkids, nieces and nephews, and cousins at this year’s family gathering.
Local pick: Sweet Wynns ice cream making workshop | $30+ | If your young giftees are local, gift them a spot in this workshop where they can create their own ice cream flavor, design custom labels, and go home with their invention.
Women’s cropped quarter zip | $52.99 | A bestseller in women’s fashion sweatshirts, this cropped sweatshirt comes in multiple colors and includes a thumb hole.
Spikeball set | $67.99 | 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 | $29.99 | The perfect gift for the glitz lover in your family.
Local pick: Amuseable Boiled Egg Groom | $25 | World of Mirth has your bases covered for trendy, cuddle-able Jellycat plushes.
Mini karaoke machine | $37.99 | Both kids and adults will end up belting their heart out with this wireless, Bluetooth karaoke set.
Gifts for homebodies
Know someone whose idea of a good time is curling up with a book and a cup of tea? (Guilty.) Shop great gift ideas for homebodies, including vintage games and the best gift for puzzle lovers.
Local pick: LaDiff Amber Crystal light | $59 | Complement their living room setup or reading nook with this polished sphere light featuring laser-engraved designs.
Vintage bookshelf Scrabble, Monopoly, and Clue | $117.99 | Gift three of the most popular classic board games in an elegant set that will bedeck any bookshelf.
Rotating puzzle board + poppy puzzle | $89.99 + $29.95 | Puzzle-lovers will appreciate this rotating puzzle board complete with drawers for sorting pieces — pair it with a colorful, cheery poppy puzzle.
Local pick: Pi’s Coffee dark roast beans | $15 | Help them fill their home with the smell of this local brand of Indian coffee beans with notes of chocolate.
Cotton waffle bathrobe | $131.40 | A luxury hotel + spa-quality waffle robe crafted from 100% cotton and silk.
Heated foot massager | $129.99 | 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.
Gifts for your significant other
It’s always the ultimate question of the season — what are you going to gift your partner for the holidays? Shop great gift ideas for your significant other to make them feel warm, cozy, and loved this winter.
Local pick: Strawberry Fields Flowers and Finds flower subscription | $225+ | Make your love bloom with a delivery of fresh and seasonal flowers for the next three, six, or twelve months.
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.
Women’s Orolay Thickened Down Jacket | $151.99+ | The ultimate winter coat that’s windproof, warm, and stylish.
Men’s UGG Romeo Slipper or Women’s UGG Tasman Slipper | $109.95+ | Gift your partner the perfect winter slipper that can be worn both in and out of the house.
Local pick: Sunday Table Co. custom home illustration | $170+ | Pre-order a hand-drawn illustration of your first shared home. Bonus: If you don’t want to go custom, the shop has prints of iconic local spots — find your first date location for a similar vibe.
Sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket | $76.95+ | 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 | $18.99+ | For the partner who loves to read, this personalized gift will add flair and meaning to their home library.
Gifts for holiday parties + gift exchanges
Eyeing an office holiday party, white elephant exchange, or gift grab-bag this holiday season? Don’t panic — here’s exactly what to get to spread cheer and mirth at this season’s holiday gathering.
Local pick: Duke’s camo dad hat | $25 | This baseball cap is sure to be a hit in Duke’s Country.
YETI Rambler 30-oz stainless steel tumbler | $38.00 | A durable, fan-favorite tumbler anyone will love.
Gourmet flake salt gift set | $11.99 | A set of truffle, garlic, herbs de provence, and steak + rib salt perfect for home cooks.
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: The Veil insulated bottle | $25 | This Camelbak features art by Tim Skirven and shouts out a local favorite brewery.
Gifts for neighbors
Looking to show your neighbor some love this holiday season? Shop elegant, thoughtful gifts that will spark joy and cheer for anyone on your block.
Local pick: Rosemary infused extra virgin olive oil | $17 | This perfectly balanced olive oil from Richmond Olive Oil Co. can be a versatile addition to their home cooking.
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 | $21.99 | 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.
Local pick: Rostov’s Italian Espresso gift set | $58 | This set includes a Moka pot, a pound of Italian Espresso, and a bag of chocolate-covered beans to kickstart their fine coffee journey. Bonus: You can get the set with or without two espresso cups.
Bonne Maman 2024 jam advent calendar | $44.99 | They’ll love counting down December with 24 limited edition spreads in this sweet + unique holiday gift.
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.
Gifts for students
From classroom-approved water bottles, to dorm room must-haves, to great campus attire, shop the best gifts to give students this holiday season.
Local pick: Lineage Mountain Laurel Tote | $180 | This handcrafted bag can fit all the student necessities, from their laptop and books to headphones and snacks.
Stanley Quencher | $45.00 | The internet-famous water bottle, available in cute colors like Matcha Cream.
Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones | $549.00 | Splurge on a student with Apple’s noise-cancelling headphones — perfect for late nights spent studying at the library.
Rocketbook Everlast Fusion notebook | $39.99 | A digital notebook for to-do lists, lecture notes, and goals — save notes to the Cloud and wipe it clean for another use.
Crock-pot electric lunch box | $42.99 | Commuting students and interns can have hot meals on the go with this portable Crock-pot.
Local pick: Three to the Em weekly planner | $9.50 | Help them stay organized with this weekly notepad from a local artist. Pro tip: Add a few stickers to pull the gift together.
Ceiling Swish mini basketball hoop | $29.99 | An addictive mini basketball game to hang on the ceiling and complete any dorm room.
Cropped puffy vest | $36.97+ | A stylish vest for warmth walking to classes.
Gifts for pet owners
Tug on the heartstrings of any pet owner this holiday season with great gifts for cat + dog lovers.
Local pick: Tall Tails opossum rope toy | $21.99 | This combination rope-squeaker toy from Dog House Cat features Richmond’s unofficial mascot, the humble opossum.
Chom Chom Roller | $27.99 | Pet owners will be amazed by how much hair this reusable lint roller picks up from carpets, clothes, and couches.
Thoughts of Dog 2025 calendar | $17.99 | Gift a daily pup-spective of a sweet dog with this adorable and funny daily calendar.
Cat tunnel bed | $48.99 | A plush and ultra-soft cat pet bed with a fun feature — there’s a tunnel inside for cats to explore.
Local pick: Clementine’s Dog Bakery personalized bones | $12 | This farmers market favorite offers special orders of seasonal treats that’ll make their pup (okay, maybe just them) feel extra special.
Furbo Mini Pet Camera | $79.00 | The ultimate home security camera for watching pets while you’re away.
Pawprint keepsake kit | $16.95 | A DIY kit for pet owners to make their very own personalized clay pet keepsake.
Gifts for the proud Richmonder
Holiday gifting = the perfect excuse to show your Richmond pride. Shop great gifts for Richmonders that pay tribute to the best city in the nation.
Local pick: Flying Squirrels tie-dye tee | $24.99 | Warning: This shirt may cause the wearer to collect compliments, fist bumps, and approving nods.
Local pick: Ivy green dad hat | $28 | Be ready for the Ivy’s second season on the pitch with this versatile baseball cap.
Local pick: Kickeroo plush toy | $25 | He may be fierce on the field, but this plush version of the mascot is just too sweet. Bonus: It includes a squeaker, if that’s of interest to any furry friends.
Local pick: 2025 Richmond art calendar | $19.99 | Brighten their day with local art by RVA Coffee Stain all year long.
Local pick: The Wild Wander River Rat shirt | $28 | Nothing says RVA like an opossum clutching a chicken bone and flying a Richmond flag.
Gifts for foodies
You know that friend who’s always thinking about the next meal they’re going to make? Honor their inner foodie with a great culinary gift this season — they might just whip you up something delicious in return.
Local pick: Kitchen Shelf recipe cards | $14.95 | Carytown shop Ladles & Linens has this set of too-cute recipe cards perfect for the aspiring chef in your life.
Almond Cow Nut Milk Maker | $249.95 | The ultimate gift for your dairy-free friend, this nut milk maker can turn their favorite nut or seed into milk at the touch of a button.
Honey sampler set | $44.99 | A sweet gift including salty honey, hot honey, and Meyer lemon honey.
“Be Ready When the Luck Happens” by Ina Garten | $34 | One of this year’s most anticipated memoirs from Ina Garten, aka the Barefoot Contessa, beloved Food Network personality and cultural icon.
Local pick: Kitchen Classroom gift certificate | $77+ | Let them pick from a variety of classes with a local chef, from making homemade pasta to knife skills.
Stuffed burger press | $19.95 | Foodie friends can make burgers stuffed with cheese, bacon, onions, jalapenos, or whatever they dream up with this grill accessory.
Sous vide precision cooker | $99 | Home cooks can take their cuisine to a whole new level with this sous vide cooker that achieves the perfect level of doneness.
Local pick: AR’s Hot Honey sampler 3-pack | $54.99 | Gift them the local condiment that’ll change their life. Pack includes the hot-hot, whiskey barrel aged, and hot-mild flavors.
Gifts for adventurers
Level up your loved one’s hiking, camping, and trekking this holiday season with gifts perfect for outdoor adventures.
Local pick: Walkabout Outfitter mini hip pack | $35 | This compact bag is perfect for small essentials they’ll need on that impromptu hike.
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: RVA Paddlesports rafting session | $71+ | Take in the best views of the River City while tackling Class II-IV rapids.
LifeStraw Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System | $43.95 | 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.
Gifts that ship fast
Need a last-minute holiday gift that will ship quickly? We’ve all been there. Shop five great gifts available with Prime two-day shipping.
Layering initial necklace | $14.99+ | Ship it fast, but make it feel personal with this 14K gold necklace displaying their first name initial.
Magnetic portable power bank charger | $39.99 | Perfect for the friend whose phone is always dying, this portable charger offers on-the-go power.
Candle warmer lamp + Voluspa Santal Vanille candle | $45.99 + 34.00 | Make a candle extra special by pairing it with a warmer lamp that will make it last longer with flame-free heat.
Men’s casual henley tee | $19.99 | Snag a soft and comfortable slim-fit shirt that will ship to you fast.
Kindle remote control page turner | $69.99 | Upgrade their Kindle reading experience with a universal remote control page turner — trust us, avid Kindle users will love it.
Gifts under $20
You can score great holiday gifts on a budget this season — shop some of our favorite finds that will brighten up anyone’s holiday, all available for $20 or less.
Local pick: Anoush forest aroma spray | $12 | This layered, woodsy blend can be worn on body and hair or sprayed around the house.
Bedside carafe + tumbler | $15.99 | Gift a pretty amber tumbler and glass perfect for adorning any bedside table.
Eucalyptus shower steamers | $19.99 | They’ll love aromatherapy shower steamers that smell like peppermint, menthol, and eucalyptus.
Local pick: SIJANG Garlic Chili Crunch | $12.90 | Spice up their dinner with this fiery condiment made right here in Richmond.
Malin + Goetz lip moisturizer | $16 | A hydrating lip moisturizer with a devoted fan base, this gift is perfect for those suffering from chapped lips.
Beer bottle chiller sticks | $19.99 | Gift beer lovers these chiller sticks that can instantly turn sad, lukewarm beer into delicious, cold beer.
14K gold cuff earrings | $13.95 | An affordable and adorable best-selling accessory.
