"Local" is kind of our thing here. We eat local, drink local and shop local every chance we get, and the holidays are no exception. In fact, we like to think we're spreading double the holiday cheer by giving quality gifts AND supporting local businesses at the same time—it's a win-win, right?
Our continued support is more important than ever this holiday season, and local businesses are doing everything they can to accommodate their customers as safely as possible. Many have started offering online shopping, curbside pickup, and even by-appointment shopping for small groups. Between all of the incredible local goods and safe new ways to find them in Missoula, your holiday shopping list has met its match. Don't know where to start? We created a local holiday gift guide with something for everyone on your list, from the outdoor lover to the person who has everything.
The Outdoor Adventurer
● Gift card to Bob Wards
● Cross country ski or snowshoe rental from Trailhead
● Cross Country ski adventure with Montana Adventure Shuttle
● Growler fill from Dram Shop
● Guided whitewater river trip with Montana River Guides
The Gamer
● Imagination Station board game
● Tokens for Gild’s arcade
● Gift card to Big Sky Arcadia in Southgate Mall
The Foodie
● Gift card to your favorite Missoula restaurant
● Bottle of Montgomery Distillery spirits
● Montana tea towel from Noteworthy Paper & Press
● Cookbook from Fact and Fiction
● Gift card to Good Food Store (or really anything from NEST, located inside the Good Food Store)
● Arthur Wayne Hot Sauce from Rockin' Rudys, and most local grocers
The Sports Fan
● PaddleHeads baseball hat from the MSO HUB
● Griz gear from the M store
● Tickets for a University of Montana sporting event
● Glacier Ice Rink skate rentals
The Morning Person
● Gift card to Le Petit Bakery
● Gift card to a favorite local coffee shop like Break Espresso, Bernice’s Bakery, Liquid Planet, Clyde Coffee or Black Coffee Roasters (we can go on and on)
● Mug from Smooch Cosmetic
● Bag of Drift from Black Coffee Roasters
● Subscription to the Missoulian
The Sweet Tooth
● Gift card for Sweet Peaks or Big Dipper
● Ducrey chocolate bar
● Posh chocolate truffles
● Black Cat Holiday Stollen
● Gift card to the Sweet Palace
● Gourmet cookies from Mary's Mountain Cookies
The Pet Lover
● Gift card for grooming at Dee-O-Gee
● Dog ice cream from Sweet Peaks
● Pet treats from The Holistic Pet Nutrition Center
● Dog bandana from Noteworthy Paper & Press
The Curl-Up-By-The-Fire Person
● Tea from Lake Missoula Tea Co, Soul Tea by Sisters United or Montana Tea & Spice Co
● Gift card to Fact and Fiction, Shakespeare & Co or Book Exchange
● Baby Alpaca wool hat from the General Public
● Record from Ear Candy Music or Rockin' Rudys
The Angler
● Guided fishing trip with Blackfoot Outfitters
● Set of waders from Grizzly Hackle
● Fly tying supplies from Kingfisher
● Sun protective hat from Trailhead
The Crafter
● Gift card to CREATE art bar
● Gift card to paint your own pottery at the ZACC or Hearts Afire
● Yarn from Joseph's Coat or fabric from the Confident Stitch
● Gift card to Bathing Beauty's
● Ceramic classes from the Clay Studio of Missoula
The Wellness Seeker
● Gift card for a massage
● Float session at Enlyten Labs
● Workout to your favorite Missoula gym or yoga studio
● Workout gear from Runners edge (or Athleta, Bob Wards, Trailhead, HypeHouse, Sobba Cycle, etc)
● Essential oils from Butterfly Herbs or Meadowsweet Herbs
Last But Not Least: The Person Who Has Everything
● Float session or infrared sauna session at Float Missoula
● Indoor plant from Leaf and Quiet or flower bouquet from Habitat Floral
● Donation to a local Missoula nonprofit
● Missoula Downtown gift card
