The Columbusite's Holiday Gift Guide to Shopping Small in Columbus, GA

As the air grows crisp and twinkling lights start to line Broadway, it’s official—holiday season in Columbus is here. But before you head to the big-box stores or click “add to cart,” consider this: every corner of our vibrant city is filled with creative makers, passionate entrepreneurs, and one-of-a-kind shops that bring something special to our community.

Shopping small isn’t just about finding unique gifts—it’s about supporting the people and businesses in our community that make it unique. Whether it’s handcrafted jewelry, locally roasted coffee, or fine art, you’re not just buying a present; you’re investing in a story, a dream, and a piece of Columbus itself.

Prefer giving experiences instead of gifts? Head to our page on the Columbus Cultural Arts Alliance to explore more than 40 organizations offering programing, performances and more this holiday season! To see a full list of their upcoming events, click here.

Grab a warm drink, lace up your comfy shoes, and get ready to stroll through our curated holiday gift guide. From Uptown to Midtown (and a few hidden gems beyond), we’ve rounded up the best of local finds to make your holiday shopping both memorable and meaningful!

1. Blue and White Hinged Box from Park Place Midtown

2. Bramble's Pickled Okra - This Columbus family-owned business is our absolute favorite for artisanal pickled goods, relishes and party foods.

3. Merry Little Christmas Letterpress Greeting Card by Dinglewood Design & Press

4. Hexagonal Woven Basket by Varnish Collection

5. ESV Devotional Journal, Fruit Of The Spirit: Box Set by Lulie Wallace available online and in MishMash at Highside Market

6. The Art Box from Sarah West Fine Art Gallery

7. Dinglewood 1918 Scrambledog logo baseball cap by Dinglewood Pharmacy

8. Hand-painted Christmas ornament by Columbus artist Julianne David

9. Christmas tree platter by Columbus ceramic artist Haley Calhoun.

10. Everything's Peachy Camp Flag via The Columbus Clingstones store

11. Landscape by Columbus artist Gloria Mani

12. Oscar the Gator ornament available at The Columbus Museum's Gift Shop

13. Horse sketch baby bubble from Fox & Pheasant at Highside Market

14. A bag of The Columbusite's custom blend by Fountain City Coffee

15. Large All-Purpose Mixing Bowl by Columbus artist Mollie Jenkins

16. Amorcita Mexican Dress in Red, Ivory by Larkin Lane

17. Theo of Golden by Columbus author Allen Levi

18. Ordinary Love, a children's book, written by Morgan Barber and illustrated by Columbus artist Teil Duncan Henley.

19. Midland Ghost Caramels, baker's dozen

20. enantiomorphs by Columbus artist William Dunaway. Mahogany, 16 x 16 x 1 in. Available exclusively at Highland Gallerie.