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Make holiday gifting easier with 90+ gift ideas in this special edition newsletter, put together with our shopping + deals site The Buy.

Win the holidays with these gift ideas

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Embrace the holiday giving season with this guide that’s got something for everyone, including local finds. | Graphic by 6AM City

Season’s greetings, Kansas City. Festive time is upon us — and in between hot cocoa drinking and twinkle light hanging, we’re guessing you’re shopping for a few special people on your list. Look no further than the official KCtoday gift guide, with 90+ gift ideas including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for parents." — Including a jumbo cooler bag and conversation starters for kids.

Local pick: PT’s Coffee Subscription | $38/month | Make mornings a little easier with their favorite roast always on hand.

Ceneda large cooler bag | $24.99 | This insulated, leak-proof tote is perfect for family road trips, beach trips, and everything in between.

Car backseat organizers | $19.99 | Speaking of road trips, these backseat car organizers are every parent’s best friend + come complete with a tablet holder.

200 Kids Conversation Cards | $29.97 | Transform family dinners with a conversation-starting card game that asks kids and adults fun and meaningful questions.

Local pick: MY Play Café Subscription | $150+ | Parents can catch up on their personal life at the cafe while the kiddos run free at the indoor playground.

Bento Lunch Box | $32.99 | Gift parents an organized + colorful lunch box complete with a food jar, dividers, and silicone utensils.

Smart calendar + chore chart | $319.99 | The future of chore charts is here — treat parents to the ultimate family organization tool, complete with Google calendar syncing, color coding, and meal planning.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "For your significant other." — Including comfy flannel and a book embosser.

Local pick: ADHDIY Craft Cafe | $15+ | Create-your-own date night by ordering off the menu — candle pouring, stamp carving, terrarium-making — and sip tea, mocktails, and more while you do it.

TheraGun Mini Massage Gun | $199.00 | A compact and travel-sized deep tissue massager that can relieve sore muscles and speed up recovery in between workouts.

UGG Tasman Slipper | $110.00 | Gift your partner the perfect winter slipper that can be worn both in and out of the house.

Local pick: Untamed Candle Supply | $25 | Set the mood for your special someone with their favorite pure soy wax scent.

Sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket | $49.98 | Choose your favorite plaid pattern + snag them a warm jacket great for hiking, trekking, and camping all season long.

“From the library of” book embosser | $17.95+ | For the partner who loves to read, this personalized gift will add flair and meaning to their home library.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for holiday parties and gift exchanges." — Including a fancy hot sauce set and a YETI tumbler.

Local pick: Campfire Mug | $14 | Gift it by itself of fill it with a bag of your favorite hot chocolate mix or coffee.

YETI Rambler 30-oz stainless steel tumbler | $38.00 | A durable, fan-favorite tumbler anyone will love.

TRUFF 3-bottle set | $19.99 | A great sampler gift of the original TRUFF hot sauce, hotter hot sauce, and black truffle oil.

Funny flip-over desk signs | $13.99 | Perfect for the office gift exchange, these flip-over signs display messages like “Drinks after work?” and “Shh...I’m thinking.”

Local pick: Barbecue Candle | $8+ | Take their tender love of barbecue just a poke or two farther.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for neighbors." — Including a jam advent calendar and an heirloom pie dish.

Local pick: One-of-a-kind mug | $45+ | Made by local or visiting Belger Arts creatives, shop their Mug of the Month collection for unique and functional works of art.

Toschi Amarena cherries | $19.99 | Perfect on cheese boards, atop ice cream, or straight out of the jar, these Italian Amarena cherries are a little luxury.

Pompom fringe blanket | $22.99 | Because who doesn’t love curling up with an ultra soft blanket at the end of the day?

Wine opener gift set | $59.99 | Level up neighborhood wine night with a wine decanter set complete with an electric opener, aerator, and foil cutter.

Local pick: Local biz giftcard | $10+ | KC-based Gift Card Market offers the opportunity to send a giftcard from five million restaurants, salons, and spas.

Le Creuset heritage pie dish | $55.95 | Give the gift of a classic, heirloom pie dish they’ll bake comforting treats in for years to come.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for students." — Including the best headphones and a dorm-friendly basketball hoop.

Local pick: Curled Cat Round Tote | $32 | The cutest bag perfect for carrying around campus.

Stanley Quencher | $45.00 | The internet-famous water bottle, available in cute colors like Matcha Cream.

Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones | $549.00 | Splurge on a student with Apple’s noise-cancelling headphones — perfect for late nights spent studying at the library.

Rocketbook Everlast Fusion notebook | $37.00 | A digital notebook for to-do lists, lecture notes, and goals — save notes to the Cloud and wipe it clean for another use.

Crock-pot electric lunch box | $44.99 | Commuting students and interns can have hot meals on the go with this portable Crock-pot.

Local pick: KC mascot stickers | $4+ | Add to the sticker collection decorating their laptop or waterbottle with an adorable KC Wolf or Sluggerrr.

Cropped puffy vest | $36.97+ | A stylish vest for warmth walking to classes.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for pet owners." — Including the best lint roller and a pet cam.

Local pick: Lick n’ Crunch treats | $9 | These Fido-friendly cookies made by local biz Three Dog Bakery are City Editor tried and approved.

Chom Chom Roller | $27.99 | Pet owners will be amazed by how much hair this reusable lint roller picks up from carpets, clothes, and couches.

Thoughts of Dog 2025 calendar | $17.99 | Gift a daily pup-spective of a sweet dog with this adorable and funny daily calendar.

Cat tunnel bed | $48.99 | A plush and ultra-soft cat pet bed with a fun feature — there’s a tunnel inside for cats to explore.

Local pick: Handmade dog collar | $31+ | ALl SLiK Hound products are sewn by its owners, making for a lighter weight, stronger build, and more beautiful finish.

Furbo Mini Pet Camera | $99.00 | The ultimate home security camera for watching pets while you’re away.

Pawprint keepsake kit | $16.95 | A DIY kit for pet owners to make their very own personalized clay pet keepsake.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for adventurers." — Including a classic outdoor beanie and a two cup cook set.

Local pick: Home town water bottle | $34 | They’ll always find their way back home with this engraved home town map, complete with coordinates.

Thule 614 Pulse Rack | $599.95 | The ultimate car rooftop cargo box for someone that spends more time outside than they do indoors.

Carhartt men’s knit cuffed beanie | $19.99 | This classic Carhartt knit beanie has 100,000+ five-star reviews for good reason — it’s durable, warm, and available in 35+ colors.

Local pick: KC Royals Outdoor Picnic Blanket | $47 | Spending time in the great outdoors can be as simple as an afternoon picnic.

LifeStraw Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System | $32.89 | For that special someone who’s always hiking or backpacking, this collapsible LifeStraw water bottle is a gift that will keep them hydrated for years to come.

Waterfly crossbody sling backpack | $34.99 | A light backpack designed with hiking in mind — adventurous friends can sling it on their back or chest and walk in comfort.

Stanley The Nesting Two Cup Cook Set | $25.00 | Made for outdoor cooking, this efficient little cooking kit can whip up hot meals, coffee, or boiling water.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for under $20." — Including a chic bedside carafe and a winter-friendly lip balm.

Local pick: KC Heart Puzzle Cube | $12 | This classic game has got a Kansas City twist.

Bedside carafe + tumbler | $18.99 | Gift a pretty amber tumbler and glass perfect for adorning any bedside table.

Eucalyptus shower steamers | $19.99 | They’ll love aromatherapy shower steamers that smell like peppermint, menthol, and eucalyptus.

Local pick: Hot Honey “With a Sting!” | $15+ | It’s one of Messner Bee Farm’s most popular topping, perfect for pizza, barbecue, and cheeseboards.

Malin + Goetz lip moisturizer | $16 | A hydrating lip moisturizer with a devoted fan base, this gift is perfect for those suffering from chapped lips.

Beer bottle chiller sticks | $19.99 | Gift beer lovers these chiller sticks that can instantly turn sad, lukewarm beer into delicious, cold beer.

14K gold cuff earrings | $13.95 | An affordable and adorable best-selling accessory.

Local pick: Thrifted treasures | Price of purchase | Find unique holiday decorations, gifts of all sizes — think: everything from furniture to pet toys and socks — and stocking stuffers at your favorite MoKan Goodwill location.*

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