Embrace the holiday giving season with this guide that’s got something for everyone, including local finds. | Graphic by 6AM City
Season’s greetings, Columbus. Holiday shopping time is upon us — look no further than these 90+ gift ideas, including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.
Gifts for young people
Local pick:Amuseable Sun | $30 | This extra soft plushie is created by JellyCat, and it’s available online or in-stores at Tigertree.
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.
Gifts for homebodies
Local pick:3-wick Candles | $26.95+ | Check out Bath and Body Works for a variety of 3-wick scented candles.
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.
Gifts for your significant other
Local pick:NFL Collection crew necks | $70 | You can find the perfect Sunday gameday sweatshirt at Abercrombie no matter who you root for.
Local pick:Float therapy | $90 | Spend a day at Ebb & Float where you can relax in a sensory deprivation tank.
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.
Photos with Santa | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Polaris Fashion Place | Free | Daily photos with Santa are back in the mall through Tuesday, Dec. 24.
Michael Carbonaro | 8 p.m. | The Columbus Athenaeum | $25+ | Magic is in the air — see the magician bring his thrilling skills to the stage.
November Classes | Saturday, Nov. 16-Tuesday, Jan. 7 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory | Explore your passions at the Conservatory — whether unleashing your creativity in emerging fine arts + crafts, discovering the joy of cooking with culinary offerings, or cultivating your green thumb.*
Sunday, Nov. 17
Holiday Sew & Shop | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Sewing Hive | $75 | Crafters of all skill levels can choose fabrics and patterns for a day of sewing with all supplies included.
Fall Cocktail Series | 4-6 p.m. | Hubbard Grille | $50 | Enjoy two welcome cocktails, apps, and then craft your own espresso martini.
Mayor Andrew Ginther released his proposed 2025 General Fund budget, coming in at $1.23 billion. Neighborhood safety, affordable housing, and youth job-readiness programming are among the top allocations for the budget.
Opening
Stacked Burger Co., a new “modern burger bar,” is opening at 1089 Worthington Woods on Monday, Nov. 18. Get ready for smash burgers, ice cream floats, and French fries. (614now)
Coming Soon
A new bookstore is coming to town. Clintonville Books is opening at 3286 N. High St. on Friday, Nov. 29. Find vintage and first-edition novels along with new reads. (614now)
Try This
Monster Jam is coming back to the Schottenstein Center for four shows from April 4 to April 5, 2025. The family-friendly show features 12,000-pound trucks performing thrilling, gravity-defying tricks. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 10 a.m.
Plan Ahead
“Kimberly Akimbo,” the 2023 Tony Awards Best Musical winner, is premiering at Ohio Theatre from June 3-June 8, 2025. Tickets go on sale Monday, Nov. 18 at 10 a.m.
Development
Kroger is building a new 123,000-sqft Marketplace in Powell. The $35 million project will open in late 2025 at the intersection of Home Road and Sawmill Parkway. (NBC4)
Sports
Darius Garland is the key to the early success for the Cavs. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Cleveland Cavaliers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Seasonal
Discover stress-free holiday parking in the heart of the Short North Arts District, making your festive outings simple and seamless. With 8,900+ parking spaces in the area, parking has never been easier. Bonus: Visitors can park in one of these garages and enjoy their first hour free — see how.*
Pets
Furniture gets scratched, shoes get chewed, toys go missing. These are regular occurrences in life with pets. But a $10,000 emergency surgery? That’s a whole other ball game. Fetch Pet Insurance could help you offset some of these nightmare scenarios by providing comprehensive coverage and up to 90% reimbursement.*
Finance
High interest rates are a major concern, and paying down debt is a top priority for many Americans. If we told you there was a trending card that now has 0% intro APR on balance transfers into 2026, would you believe us? You should.*
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Must-see murals
Get aligned for the perfect IG at this Chakra Mural. | Photo by @andrewlivelsberger
We all know that CBUS has a vibrant art scene — and we’re not just talking about the Columbus Museum of Art. One of our all-time favorite galleries? Columbus itself.
Today, we’re sharing where to find pieces that really paint a picture of our city.
Are You A Life-Force? | By Sally Meier Find this mural on the side of Bakersfield in the Short North, which is a tribute to a song called “By and By” by the Columbus-based band Caamp. Bonus points: The artwork was done by Sally Meier, mother of Caamp frontman, Taylor Meier.
Bird Tunnel Mural | By Isabel Frances Bongue This artwork was recently restored after the community raised funds to preserve it. Now, it’s on full display underneath the bridge in Glen Echo Park thanks to the efforts of an Ohio-based artist.
HOPE | By Jeremy Jarvis If you look close enough, you’ll find the word “hope” inside the optical illusion. To us, that feels symbolic of finding hope in obscure places — you just have to look a bit more closely.
Is anyone else getting in the holiday spirit? If you need some help, just remember this is what downtown will look like starting Friday, Nov. 22 with the free Wanderlights at the Columbus Commons. Wanting more? More holiday light roundups are coming your way next weekend.
