The ultimate gift-giving guide to shopping locally in the City of Terre Haute

Just hear those sleigh bells jingling, ring ting tingling. The holidays are quickly approaching, and we understand how it can be overwhelming to navigate a starting point on your gift-giving checklist. Some of your favorite local small businesses are already advertising their biggest deals on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, so let’s unwrap your gift-giving guide to getting started early and enjoying the holiday season.

Terre Haute offers an ample number of options when shopping for everyone in the family at your local small businesses and now is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of what is already right at your fingertips. From new Carhart arrivals at Glick’s to toys at the Stork Stop, we have it all and want to make your gift shopping effortless and fun by providing just a few of our favorite one-stop shops:

• Affirmation
• Kadel’s Hallmark and Boutique
• The Burlap Penguin
• The Lili Pad Unique Gifts & Apparel
• Willow Gift & Home
• Sons’ Spice Co.
• The Local Vinyl
• Pacesetter Sports
• Planty Lane

For a complete list of local shops located throughout the Terre Haute, visit our website here at terrehaute.com/shopping.

No worries if you prefer to stay at home to complete your holiday shopping, we have got you covered! When searching for the best online deals it is important to stay diligent and organized despite the endless open tabs . Here are just a few tips and tricks for smart shoppers to stay on track this holiday season:

1. Draft a holiday shopping list.
2. Catch early morning deals on Black Friday, Shop Small Saturday and Cyber Monday.
3. Follow local retailers on social media.
4. Utilize online price comparison tools.
5. Don’t forget to price match.

 
The good news is that if your holiday schedule is already pretty booked up, “Super Saturday,” (yes, it is a thing) the Saturday before Christmas, is perfect for those who haven’t finished their holiday shopping just yet. Super Saturday and the days surrounding it are filled with last-minute deals both online and in-person.
 
No matter what the holiday season may look like for you and your loved ones, we hope to See You In Terre Haute shopping at your favorite local businesses for all your holiday gift-giving needs and more.

For additional ideas on what to get for your friends and family this holiday season, check out the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce's Favorite Things Gift Guide.

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