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Seasonal & Holidays

Where To Shop Locally In Saint Paul This Holiday Season!

Shop close to home and support businesses right here in our community.

'Tis the season to shop locally and support businesses close to home.
'Tis the season to shop locally and support businesses close to home. (Shutterstock)

If you're looking to find great, one-of-a-kind gifts this holiday season, Saint Paul has you covered. There's no shortage of unique finds and fantastic presents at locally owned shops right here in our community.

Below are some of our favorite businesses in the Saint Paul area. When you shop locally, you're not only getting great gifts, but you're also supporting friends and neighbors right here at home.


Vera Fitness

Location: 1 W Water Street, Suite 90, Saint Paul, MN 55107
Contact: 763-498-4833
Vera Fitness offers a tailored approach to fitness and wellness, specializing in classes and personal coaching for individuals over 40, those with disabilities and anyone recovering from injury or focusing on weight loss. Available Monday through Saturday, Vera Fitness provides both virtual and live classes, personal training, adaptive fitness and nutrition coaching, with a complimentary 90-minute consultation for new clients. Gift certificates are available, making it easy to share the gift of health and wellness. Click here for more info.

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St. Paul Osman Shrine Circus

Location: 1784 Judson Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108
Contact: (651) 452-5662
The St. Paul Osman Shrine Circus offers an enchanting blend of acrobatics, aerialists and animal performances, making it a perfect holiday gift idea. Tickets for their March event at the Lee Rose Warner Coliseum, or unique finds from their online shop, can provide a memorable experience for loved ones. Click here for more info.


OptimismIC Wigs and Gifts

Location: 1201 S Robert Street, Saint Paul, MN 55118
Contact: 612-807-2442
OptimismIC Wigs and Gifts in Saint Paul is a vibrant store offering a wide range of products, from luxury gift baskets and scented oils to stylish clothing and accessories. Open Tuesday to Saturday with varying afternoon hours, this unique shop is known for its exceptional selection of radiant art, beautiful hairpieces and wigs, perfect for finding gifts for all ages and occasions. Click here for more info.

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Dabbler Depot Coffee

Location: 1545 7th St W Suite #200, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Contact: 651-515-0284
Dabbler Depot, a pioneering THC and CBD shop in Minnesota, offers a distinctive array of products, making it an ideal destination for unique gift shopping. Their selection includes low-dose THC drinks and a variety of cannabis products, perfect for those interested in exploring cannabis in a responsible and informed manner. With its commitment to quality and knowledge, Dabbler Depot stands out as a thoughtful choice for gifts in the world of THC and CBD. Click here for more info.


Carina Photographics

Location: 550 Vandalia Street #214, Saint Paul, MN 55114
Contact: 612-220-8227
Carina Photographics, led by Joanna Carina, specializes in capturing life's memorable moments through family, senior, engagement and wedding photography. Offering a personalized and relaxed photo session experience, they focus on showcasing each client's individuality and story and provide heirloom photographic artwork, including fine art wall portraits, luxury albums and elegant print boxes. Gift certificates are available for thoughtful presents, allowing loved ones to preserve their special moments in a beautiful and lasting way. Click here for more info.


Thank you for choosing to support Saint Paul businesses this holiday season and beyond. Your decision to shop locally not only brightens the holiday for your loved ones, but it also helps keep the spirit of local commerce alive.

Happy holidays, Saint Paul!

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