2025 Local Gift Guide
The holiday countdown is on. There is a buzz in the air with endless events, twinkle lights, and that extra sparkle that comes from time with friends and family. The run up to Christmas really is something special. Especially here in Annapolis.
If you are feeling a little stretched for time and want to keep things simple, here are a few local Annapolis gift ideas from friends and neighbors to help you check a few things off your list
1. Do you dream of a perfectly organized spice rack or a color coordinated closet? Systems by Susie is the GOAT professional organizer in town. Snag a gift card or better yet become a member to lock in discounted rates all year.
2. The Resin Room DIY is a brand new shop on West St. where you can make (or buy!) gifts like this coastal cutting board. Gift certificates available!
3. Who wouldn't want flowers delivered right to your door? Eastport local florist Fig & Flower has you covered with a fantastic subscription service.
4. New kid on the block Marcelline Daye is a cute new needlepoint shop on Duke of Gloucester. Gift a canvas for your favorite craft lover! (This is our hobby obsession)For someone that loves the history--Stop by the to purchase a limited edition Coastal Ornament
5. Know someone wanting to learn to sail this spring when temps warm up? Chronic Sailing is the perfect team to learn with - and on some swanky charter boats no less!
6. Annapolis Maritime Museum is the maritime heart of Eastport. Stop in and grab one of their annual christmas ornaments on an oyster shell featuring skipjack Wilma Lee
7. Feel the burn in a relaxed and elevated setting at Core Club Annapolis. This awesome little studio in West Annapolis sells class packs and memberships.
8. Forward Brewing has various gifts for the beer lover in your life...why not join the can club to be the first to try new brews in 2026?
9. Love wine? Love travel? Who doesn't? A wine tasting with The Cultured Somm is the perfect gift to learn, taste and be transported to your happy place.
We love that most of these aren't 'things!' but awesome experiences or hobbies to take you into the new year and beat the winter blues!
Happy Holidays!
