2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Shop Local in Frederick, MD!

Last updated on November 4th, 2024

With the holidays sneaking up on us so quickly, I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by supporting local Frederick businesses and artisans!

Our gift guide this year is packed with unique finds, creative makers, luxury services, incredible experiences and must-visit small businesses – all featured in a beautiful flipbook format!

Flip the pages to your heart’s desire and click on the photos to go directly to the items and services you’d like to purchase.

It’s that easy to check off your list and support local all at the same time!

Take note that some of the businesses in this guide do not have online links to buy specific products.

However, it’s a great way to see what they have to offer and either buy a gift certificate to that business or plot out your shopping route to visit in person.

Shopping Small in Frederick, MD

Whether you’re shopping for that hard-to-find family member or hunting down a perfect little luxury for yourself, these locally owned Frederick business recommendations will have you covered.

Here’s a sneak peek at some of the incredible businesses featured in this year’s holiday gift guide:

1. Donate To A Local Charity in Honor of a Loved One

Give a gift that gives back!

Consider donating to Frederick Rescue Mission in honor of a loved one or volunteering as a family.

You can change the lives of neighbors experiencing homelessness, hunger, poverty, or chemical addiction through financial or in-kind gifts to the Mission.

The Frederick Rescue Mission is 100% privately supported, thus the gifts of individuals, churches, foundations, groups, and businesses make all that we do possible.

Your support will directly impact our Frederick community, making this gift the most meaningful one under the tree.

2. Gourmet Oil & Vinegar Store

For the culinary lover, nothing says “gourmet” like premium artisanal olive oils and vinegars as well as over 200 other gourmet items from Olive & Basket.

With flavors ranging from basil-infused olive oil to aged balsamic, these bottles, along with their huge variety of other gourmet food items, make stunning hostess gifts or additions to your own kitchen arsenal.

3. Hair Salon & Hair Spa Discounts

Treat yourself or someone special to a little pampering this season.

We’re featuring two local hair salons – Aura Salon and Alter Ego Salon.

Aura Salon is offering huge discounts on her services like her signature Blowout Club, hair botox, keratin treatments, dimensional color treatments and more!

Alter Ego Salon is offering a discount code of $40 off their heavenly Yume Japanese Head Spa Treatment.

Your gift recipient will be over the moon when they see a gift certificate for either of these relaxing luxuries.

4. The Frederick Floral Bar

Who doesn’t love flowers any time of year?

The Frederick Floral Bar offers bouquet making workshops, custom floral arrangements, fresh bouquets, and other gift items in store.

Perfect for brightening up any space you happen to be in!

5. Pre-Made Meals

Give the gift of a delicious, stress-free meal from local caterer Erika with Set the Table.

From appetizers to main courses, she has everything you need to elevate any gathering OR easy weekday meals at home.

6. Local Makers Boutique

Discover handcrafted, one-of-a-kind items from local artisans at Creative Spaces Boutique & Design.

It’s the perfect stop for finding gifts that capture the spirit of Frederick, with items ranging from jewelry to unique home decor.

7. Room Sprays by a Local Artisan

Who doesn’t love a home that smells like the season?

These locally crafted room sprays from Venus & Vine come in scents perfect for cozying up your space this winter, making them a thoughtful gift or stocking stuffer.

8. Rustic Cabin Camping Resort

Gift the gift of an escape at Ole Mink Farm!

This nearby cabin camping resort offers the perfect nature getaway, with cozy cabins that are ideal for a winter retreat or future summer adventure.

9. The Gift of a Clean House

A clean home is a dream come true!

Gift someone (or yourself) the luxury of a sparkling home with a service package from Kidwell’s Kleaning!

10. Locally Written Books

Looking for gifts for the book lovers in your life?

Two talented local authors each have their own works that capture the imaginations of children and adults!

When Evelyn Sleeps and When Evelyn Daydreams, written by Laura Spivak, are books that take place in New York City, 1919.

Evelyn Moore is a young legal secretary who slips eighty-four years into the future every time she falls asleep.

Adventures with Cadie childrens’ book series, written by Natalie Kerpelman, follows Cadie as she goes on adventures!

She meets other dogs, children, dog owners & family all while enjoying many adventures with her family.

11. One-Stop-Shop Unique Gifts & Shipping Services

Mountain Postal & Gifts does WAY more than pack and ship – they also carry a fantastic selection of unique gifts, candles, gourmet food mixes, cards, Maryland-themed gifts & more!

Stop in for unique items celebrating our state, perfect for family and friends both near and far.

12. Farm Grown Cooking Workshops

Nothing beats the joy of learning new skills in the kitchen!

Chocolate & Tomatoes Farm offers interactive cooking classes in their learning kitchen, as well as their artisan chocolates made on site.

13. Gourmet Plant-Based Meals

Social Eats at Frederick Social offers ready-to-eat, healthy, gourmet plant-based meals with locally sourced ingredients.

They currently offer weekly meal pick-ups and deliveries to residents near Downtown Frederick.

And, by the way, I’ve had the pleasure of eating Social Eats meals and they’re absolutely delicious!

14. In-Person Holiday Marketplace Event

Save the date for Saturday, 12/14/24 to join us for the Girl Boss Holiday Marketplace at The Comus Inn.

We’ll be firing up the bonfires & heat lamps to enjoy our holiday celebration.

Enjoy the day with the whole family, including shopping unique items from our talented Girl Boss vendors.

Savor spiked hot cocoa & mulled wine from The Comus Inn & let the kiddos enjoy a Winter Wonderland Bouncy House.

Capture the magic with a holiday photoshoot with an in-real-life beautiful mountain view backdrop.

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This season, let’s keep our holiday dollars in Frederick!

Check out the full Shop Local Flipbook to explore more about each of these businesses, find exclusive holiday deals, and see gift ideas that truly capture the heart of Frederick.

Happy Holidays and happy local shopping!