We all know how stressful gift shopping can get during the holidays. But guess what?
It doesn’t have to be! Wilmington is full of amazing local spots that make it easy (and fun!) to find the perfect gifts — while supporting our community.
Whether you're looking for an experience gift your kids will never forget, a unique treasure from a local artist for a friend, or a gift card that tells a co-worker, "I thought of you," this guide has you covered.
Photo courtesy of Apricot Lane
We want to thank Apricot Lane for sponsoring this article.
From that perfect date night dress to a comfy and casual outfit, Apricot Lane Boutique has everything you need to create the look for any occasion.
Shopping Small in Wilmington, DE
From locally-made T-shirts and baked goods to specialty stores, let's make this a year that we buy all local! Each purchase from a Wilmington-owned business makes such a difference to local shop owners. These local shops offer a range of unique gifts that we love:
Do you have a favorite locally-owned shop in Wilmington? Share their info with us at leslieh@macaronikid.com.
The Gift of Knowledge |
Lessons make great gifts for kids! (Just make sure you've talked to the child's parents first).
|  Photo by Goldfish Swim School |
The Gift of Play |
|  Photo from Natural Nest Play Cafe |
| The Great Outdoors |
Experience Delaware Like Never Before.Tour the Christiana River by Tiki Tour Boat, Riverfront Cruise, or The Tall Ship of Delaware, Kalmar Nyckel. Admire the Marshall Steam Museum's collection of Stanley steam cars, steam train replicas, and vintage cars.
Admire the breathtaking Brandywine Valley from the car of an antique Wilmington and Western Railroad railcar. Or enjoy Carousel Park's sweeping meadows, ponds, lakes, and miles of tranquil trails by horseback.
 Photo by Brandywine Zoo |
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Memberships are the gifts that keep giving!
The Gift of Time |
Sometimes you have people on your list who don't "need" anything — except more time in their day! How can you help them achieve that? Gift them a service that saves them time -- such as housecleaning, yard work, painting, or a car detail.
The Gift of Creativity |
- Christina Cultural Arts Center
- Center for Creative Arts
- Delaware Art Museum
- Jester Artspace
- New Castle County Art Studio
- The Music School of DE
- City Theater Company
- Delaware Children's Theatre
- Delaware Theatre Company
- First State Ballet
- The Grand Opera House
- The Playhouse on Rodney Square
- Wilmington Drama
- Wilmington Ballet
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Shop Local at These Wilmington, DE Holiday Markets, Craft Fairs, & More
- 11/22 Pink Friday - Half off Pretty in Pink Tickets
- 11/22 Pink Friday Party at Apricot Lane: Refreshments, Giveaways, Special Promotions All Day, Wilmington
- 11/22 🛍️The William Penn Can Do Pop-Up Shop, New Castle
- 11/23 🛍️Newark Art Alliance Holiday Art Market, Newark
- 11/23 🛍️The Garman Group Small Business Celebration, Wilmington
- 11/24 🛍️Handmade Holiday Bazaar, Newark
- 11/24 🛍️Delaware Events Fall Festival, New Castle
- 11/27🛍️Monarch Marketplace Thanksgiving Marketplace, Wilmington
- 11/29 - 11/30💡🛍️🤶🏻Delaware Park - Festival of Lights, Wilmington
- 11/30 🛍️🎅🎁Library Book, Bike, and Children's Coat Giveaway, Delaware City
- 11/30 🛍️🎅Centreville’s Holiday Stroll, Wilmington
- 11/30 🛍️Celebrate the Season @ Coverdale Farm Preserve, Greenville
- 11/30 🛍️ Black Saturday at the North Wilmington Library
- 11/30 🛍️Winter Bazaar - Newark Methodist Preschool, Newark
- 11/30 🛍️Monarch Small Business Saturday Pop-Up Shop, Wilmington
- 12/1 🛍️ Arden Holiday Shop - Wilmington, Wilmington
- 12/4 🛍️💡🎵 Winterthur Wonderful Wednesdays, Wilmington
- 12/6 🛍️Celebrate the Season @ Coverdale Farm Preserve, Greenville
- 12/6 🛍️DCH Winter Greenery Sale, Wilmington
- 12/6 🛍️Delaware Contemporary Holiday Market, Wilmington
- 12/6 🎅🛍️🎵 Holiday Open House - Rockwood Park, Wilmington
- 12/6 🛍️🎵 Winterfest, Newark
- 12/6 - 12/7💡🛍️🤶🏻Delaware Park Festival of Lights, Wilmington
- 12/7 🛍️Celebrate the Season @ Coverdale Farm Preserve, Greenville
- 12/7 🛍️DE Contemporary Holiday Market, Wilmington
- 12/7 🎅🛍️🎵Rockwood Park Holiday Open House, Wilmington
- 12/8 🛍️ Little Treasure Shoppe Holiday Bash, Newark
- 12/8 🛍️🎅 Scout Café Holiday Market, Wilmington
- 12/10 🛍️Holiday Market at the UAE, Wilmington
- 12/10 🛍️Padua Academy Sip'n Shop, Wilmington
- 12/11 🛍️💡🎵 Winterthur Wonderful Wednesdays, Wilmington
- 12/11 🛍️ Art Studio Holiday Art Sale, Wilmington
- 12/13 - 12/14💡🛍️🤶🏻Delaware Park Festival of Lights, Wilmington
- 12/13 and 12/14 🎅🛍️🤝🎵 Holiday Open House - Rockwood Park, Wilmington
- 12/14 🛍️🎅 Spirit of Christmas Celebration, New Castle
- 12/14 🛍️Winter Festival and Market, New Castle
- 12/14 🛍️Breakfast with Santa and Holiday Fair @ Concord, Wilmington
- 12/14 Meet Elsa and Ana at CupKate’s, Greenville
- 12/14 🤝🎅🛍️🎵 Holiday Open House - Rockwood Park, Wilmington
- 12/14 🛍️Pretty in Pink - Women-Owned Business Holiday Market, Middletown
- 12/18 🛍️💡🎵 Winterthur Wonderful Wednesdays, Wilmington
- 12/20 - 12/21💡🛍️🤶🏻Delaware Park Festival of Lights, Wilmington
- 12/21 - 12/24 🛍️Monarch Marketplace Holiday Market, Wilmington
- 12/21 🛍️ Minquas Fire Company Christmas Bazaar, Newport
- 12/21 - 12/22 🛍️🎵 Brandywine Festival of the Arts, Wilmington
- 12/21 🛍️ Shaw Alley Holiday Food Market, New Castle
Saturday, December 14
10 am - 3 pm
Shopping, networking, and showcasing unique gifts, handmade crafts, and delicious treats from female-owned businesses
Hosted by Delaware Female Creatives, Poppy & Prim Events, and featuring Links at St. Annes Club
The St. Annes Club, 1100 St Anne's Blvd, Middletown, DE 19709
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