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Shop Local in Pensacola This Holiday Season: Unique Gifts, Experiences, and More!

The winter holiday season in Pensacola is an experience like no other. The glow of holiday lights, magic in the air, and the gift-giving.

It’s time to find something special for everyone on your list! What’s better than shopping locally and supporting a Pensacola business? Check out all the “outside of the box” ideas Pensacola has to offer this season. In Pensacola there is an experience waiting for just about everyone on your list. Explore this blog to inspire something special for your loved ones this year!

Experiences

We are rich in experiences in Pensacola. Give the gift of an unforgettable memory this year. From a spa day to dolphin cruises to crafty activities, it'll be a holiday season to remember.

Staycation: An easy and fun option is to book a stay at one of our many places to stay! Whether you're from our area or planning a visit, who doesn't love a vacation weekend?

Spa and Wellness: Treat someone to a spa or wellness package. We could all use a little relaxation.

Family Fun

Looking for an activity that the whole family can enjoy? Get something for everyone this holiday season.

Laguna's Adventure Park: Laguna’s Adventure Park has a ropes course, go-karts, a splash pad, and more. You can also snag some delicious food at Laguna’s Beach Bar and Grill. On their website, you can buy day passes to the adventure park or even a gift card.

Gulf Breeze Zoo: Take a walk on the wild side and grab some tickets for the family or even a membership to the Gulf Breeze Zoo! With more than 800 animals, giraffe feeding, a petting area, and more, it’s the gift that keeps on giving. Head to their website, and you can grab admission tickets, annual memberships, animal encounters, or a gift card all online.

Fast Eddie’s Fun Center: Give the gift of FUN with Fast Eddie's Fun Center! They’ve got go-karts, mini-golf, an arcade, and even batting cages. Pro Tip: you can buy a gift card on their website.

Gift Cards/ Boutiques

Boutiques/Shops: Plenty of our boutiques and shops sell clothing, Pensacola-themed gifts, home decor, and more. Explore the shopping scene in Pensacola, and I’m sure you’ll find a great gift!

Gift Cards: Sometimes, the easiest thing to do is grab a gift card. Plenty of our local shops offer gift card options. Give the gift of a Pensacola meal at one of our many restaurants. Grab a gift card to a local gift shop or boutique. Yoga studios also offer gift card options for yoga classes.

Local Goods/Treats (stocking stuffers!)

What’s the holiday season without some good treats for stocking stuffers? There are plenty of local shops in Pensacola that have the tastiest of local goods and treats.

J.W. Renfroe Pecan Co.: J.W. Renfroe Pecan Co. has a wide variety of pecans, along with all other varieties of nuts. They also have a candy kitchen that can whip up fudge, toffee, and more. If you can’t make it to the gift shop, order on their website.

Sports

Ice Flyers/ Blue Wahoos Tickets: Grab a ticket, season ticket, or jersey for the Pensacola Ice Flyers hockey games or Pensacola Blue Wahoos Baseball games. You might even want to throw in an official jersey – perfect to wear to the games.

Sun Belt Basketball: Sun Belt Basketball Tournament taking place at the Pensacola Bay Center for all the basketball lovers out there. Grab a game ticket or a ticket book to enjoy some basketball.

Round of Golf: Stop in at any of the golf courses around Pensacola and get a round of golf and hit the greens. Fishing is also a popular sport/hobby in our coastal city.

Fishing Experience: Stop in at Lost Key Outdoors for all your fishing gear and maybe even book a fishing charter experience with one of our captains: Entertainer Fishing Charters, Hot Spots Charters, Angler Up Charters, Strickly Fishing Charters, or Proud Pelican Charters. Panhandle Salt Beach Fishing offers that beach fishing experience if you’re looking for an onshore option.

Tickets

Does someone on your list love the arts, the theatre, or live music? How about grabbing tickets to a show!

Hit the Theatres: The Saengar Theatre hosts all kinds of events. From comedy shows, Pensacola Symphony Orchestra concerts, Ballet Pensacola performances, and Pensacola Opera, it just may be the perfect gift. Over at the Pensacola Little Theatre, you can add a little bit of drama to your holiday season. With a fabulous lineup of performances, tickets to the Pensacola Little Theatre make for the perfect gift.

Enjoy Live Music: Another kind of ticket you may be looking for – live music venues! Both Vinyl Music Hall and The Handlebar have tons of different artists and bands on stage. Check their schedules and grab some concert tickets!

Cooking Class: Book a cooking class with Pensacola Cooks or Bodacious and put on your chef hat.

Food Tour: There are food and drink tours to explore with Pensacola Pub Crawls and the Seville Savories Food Tour!

Crafty Activities: If you've got someone on your list who loves getting crafty, look into a candle-making experience with In Detail Candle Studio or a painting class over at Painting With A Twist.

Museum Memberships: Pensacola is also home to several museums, so grab an annual museum membership from Historic Pensacola and give the gift of history.

Online Shoppers/Shipping

If you don’t live here but still want to give the gift of Pensacola, we’ve got you covered! Several local shops offer online options to purchase and ship to your house, so you won’t have to lift a finger! For all your Blue Angel Gear, check out the Flight Deck Store at the National Naval Aviation Museum. Check out some of the other offerings below.

Dolphin Cruise: The Pensacola Bay Area has many cruising companies that offer dolphin tours to leave you with photos and memories you won't forget.

Fishing Charter: Booking a fishing charter in Pensacola is another fun outdoor thrill! Charter services provide guided trips, allowing for the perfect deep-sea adventure.

Sailing/Watersports: Book a sunset sail for your special someone and enjoy living the salty life - or rent a jet ski or boat for the day!

Dive Charter: If you've got someone wanting to explore under the water, you might want to look into grabbing a dive charter or gifting dive lessons!

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Hannah Pinson

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Hannah is the Website Associate at Visit Pensacola. She has lived in Pensacola for about seven years and grew up in the Florida panhandle. When she's not at work, you can probably find her at the beach going for a sunset swim, walking on the Pensacola Beach Pier, or snorkeling on a sunny day. Hannah is passionate about all things digital and loves content creation as well as taking photos and videos. Whether it be grabbing a bite to eat in Downtown Pensacola, shopping, or going for a swim in the Gulf, Hannah is definitely a Pensa-local.
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Taste of Pensacola: Taste of Pensacola is another fabulous way to give the gift of Pensacola! Pick out a curated gift box to send to a loved one this year. Taste of Pensacola offers a variety of different boxes with different sweets and treats fit for the perfect gifting experience.

Palafox Market: Occurring weekly on Saturdays from 9-2 with tons of vendors is the Palafox Market. Whether you’re looking for art, plants, treats, jewelry, or something else – you can probably find it at Palafox Market!

Coffee Shops: Got a coffee lover? Pick up some locally roasted coffee from one of our many coffee shops.

Seafood: Joe Patti’s Seafood is also a great stop if you’re in town. Pick out some delicious seafood for someone near or far. They’ve got gift cards online!

Sweet Treats: Bubba’s Sweet Spot is the perfect option for the sugar lover in your life. From handmade chocolates, ice cream, and unique candies, it makes the ideal choice for a stocking stuffer. You can stop by or order some items online.

Sports

Calling all sports lovers! What’s better than a sports-themed holiday gift? In Pensacola – you're in luck.

Ice Flyers/Blue Wahoos Tickets: Grab a ticket, season ticket, or jersey for the Pensacola Ice Flyers hockey games or Pensacola Blue Wahoos Baseball games. You might even want to throw in an official jersey – perfect to wear to the games.

Sun Belt Basketball: Sun Belt Basketball Tournament is taking place at the Pensacola Bay Center March 4-10, 2025 for all the basketball lovers out there. Grab a game ticket or a ticket book to enjoy some basketball.

Round of Golf: Stop in at any of the golf courses around Pensacola and get a round of golf and hit the greens. Fishing is also a popular sport/hobby in our coastal city.

Fishing Experience: Stop in at Lost Key Outdoors for all your fishing gear and maybe even book a fishing charter experience with one of our captains: Entertainer Fishing Charters, Hot Spots Charters, Angler Up Charters, Strickly Fishing Charters, or Proud Pelican Charters. Panhandle Salt Beach Fishing offers that beach fishing experience if you’re looking for an onshore option.

There you have it Pensacola - with so many different options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect gifts this year. Let's make the season brighter by keeping our shopping in Pensacola. Happy Holidays, and happy shopping!

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