Looking for the perfect gift? Your gift list is long and time is short. We have some great ideas for everyone on your list. From places to shop local, to the gifts teens want this year, and what to get your child’s teacher, this gift guide has it all. Happy shopping!
Shopping Local in Columbia, SC
Don’t you just love finding the perfect gift? Shopping local is a great opportunity to find unique, one-of-a-kind gifts they will love.
Looking for places to shop local around Columbia?
Give an Experience
We have a whole guide just for Experience Gifts in Columbia. Who needs more toys to kick under the bed? Give an adventure!
Our list of great experience gifts in Columbia.
Gifts for Families in Columbia, SC
Giving a gift to a whole family is a great idea and experience gifts make exceptionally good family gifts. You can give the gift of zoo admission, a family dinner night out, or a fun art class. And of course, we have lots more ideas!
- Grab a gift card from one of these family-friendly restaurants in Columbia and treat them to a family night out.
- Gift the family an annual membership to Riverbanks Zoo, EdVenture Children’s Museum, or the SC State Museum. You could also give a gift that will cover a day’s admission to these family-friendly spots.
- You can give the gift of the outdoors with an annual pass to the SC State Parks and then the family can enjoy all Sesquicentennial State Park has to offer all year long. Plus, they can travel to any South Carolina State Park and visit for free.
Gifts for Teens
Are you shopping for a teen this year? If you’re struggling to find quality gifts for the teen in your life, you’re not alone. Teens are not easy to buy for. Too old for toys. Those electronics on the wish list are way too expensive, and that funky pair of socks just doesn’t seem like quite enough.
So, we consulted some local teens to gather some ideas.
Check out our teen gift list for quality gifts teens will love.
Check out our teen gift list for quality gifts teens will love.
- Or, maybe purchase a gift card to a Columbia movie theater, bowling alley, or arcade.
Practical Gifts for Kids
When you just can’t load your house up with any more legos, stuffed animals, or toy cars, but still want to get the kids something they’ll love, try these fun but practical gifts for kids.
Board Games for Every Age
Board games make an awesome family night, are great for quality time with the kids, and are an amazing no-screen alternative. They deliver brain-building strategy, opportunities for teamwork, and light-hearted fun with the kids. Check out our list of great board games for the whole family.
Teacher Gifts: Dos and Don’ts
What will you give your child’s teacher this year? Those “Number 1 Teacher” mugs and notebooks don’t seem like they’ll cut it this year, but what do you get that they’ll love and is also in your budget? We asked some teachers and came up with some great ideas, plus a few Dos and Don’ts for giving teachers gifts.
