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Happy holidays from your favorite local newsletter. Shop 90+ gift ideas for the season, put together by The Buy team and your trusted Newsletter Editor.

✨ Checking off your gift list = holiday magic

A collage of wrapped presents and gifts including a cozy slipper, sweatshirt, and hand cream.

Treat your loved ones to fun, cozy, and personalized picks this holiday gifting season. | Graphic by 6AM City

Happy holidays, San Jose. Read on for 90+ gift ideas for everyone on your list, complete with price details and why we think they’re worth unwrapping.

Mistletoe and the text "Gifts for your significant other." — Including a foot massager and a cozy cardigan.

Local pick: Mike & Niki’s Honey Holiday Gift Box | $44.50 | Give your honey some locally made honey for their tea or whatever needs a dash of sweetness; this box includes three kinds.

Shiatsu foot massager | $79.99 | Nothing says “I love you” like a foot massage — give your hands a break and gift one complete with heat, vibration, and rolling compression.

Bedside lamp with wireless charger and Bluetooth speaker | $59.99 | This elegant night light does it all, from wireless phone charging and music playing, to propping up streaming and e-reading devices.

Local pick: Burke Williams Spa Membership | $155+ | Your special someone deserves the gift of relaxation — a membership to the Santana Row spa includes a 50-minute massage or facial every month.

Barefoot Dreams blanket wrap | $178 | Elevate cozy holiday moments with a luxurious cardigan that might just be the softest thing they’ve ever draped around them.

Local pick: Fancy Box of Chocolates | $59.95 | You can’t go wrong with sweets for your sweet — this box is made by the Willow Glen confectionary shop, Mariette Chocolates.

Women’s UGG Tasman slipper + Men’s UGG Tasman slipper | $124.95+ | UGG perfected the indoor and outdoor slipper with its best-selling, sheepskin-lined Tasman design.

Full-zip flannel jacket | $36.99 | Flannel, cotton, and fleece combine in this ultra-soft, stylish hoodie.

A series of framed silhouettes and the text "Gifts for parents." — Including a spinnable snack box and car backseat organizers.

Local pick: San Jose Map Large Bamboo Cutting Board | $80 | Snacking after the kids go to bed? Help them do it in style with this SJ-themed board that’s begging for a charcuterie spread.

Snack organizer | $36.95 | Kids will love this snack spinner’s push button and slidable compartments — and parents will love how it makes snack time portable and stress-free.

Car backseat organizer | $25.99 | Gift parents peaceful car rides thanks to a two-pack of car organizers complete with a clear tablet holder and multiple compartments.

Local pick: Alamitos Vineyards Wine Club Membership | $400+ | Parents are pros when it comes to dealing with whining, but now it’s their turn. Gift them entry into the Gold Half-Case Club, which includes six bottles of wine and first access to new wine releases.

Daily dad jokes calendar | $17.99 | Make 2026 the year of never-ending puns with over 150 dad jokes in this monthly wall calendar.

Local pick: San Jose Made Canvas Tote Bag | $15 | From farmers markets hauls and makers market gems to snacks for their kids’ next soccer game, this tote will help them carry it all — and with local pride, to boot.

Mama bear slippers | $28 | As if these “Mama bear” slippers aren’t cute enough, the insides feature a teddy footbed for maximum softness.

A cozy fireplace and the text "Gifts for retirees." — Including a garden kneeler and an ebike.

Local pick: San Jose Museum of Art Membership | $60+ | Know an art enthusiast with some newfound time on their hands? Give them a membership to SJMA where they can explore exhibitions + collections for days.

Garden kneeler and stool | $30.90 | Gardening’s more fun without the knee and back pain — we love this all-in-one stool that functions as both a bench and seat + organizes garden tools.

Smart birdfeeder with camera | $139.99 | Birders can watch special visitors up close with this durable and weatherproof birdfeeder.

Local pick: Maneki Neko decor | $120+ | Head to Kogura Co. Gifts — SJ’s family-owned gift shop established in 1928 — for these Japanese figurines believed to bring good luck.

Local pick: Offline Gift Set | $60 | We can’t think of a better way to let everyone know you’re permanently OOO. This set includes pampering goodies like bath products, a candle, and a tumble that says “Offline.”

Pickleball set | $39.99 | These fiberglass surface pickleball paddles, grip tape, pickleballs, and portable carriers are the perfect intro gift for those looking to learn the game.

A champagne bottle and the text "Gifts for holiday parties and gift exchanges." — Including a duck lamp and three pounds of really good salt.

Local pick: Peters’ Bakery Gift Certificate | $5+ | Let them eat (Burnt Almond) cake and other delicious treats from this iconic local bakery that’s been around since 1936 and is the oldest family-owned bakery in Silicon Valley.

Computer memo and message board | $6.98 | Perfect for your work bestie, this will help them organize their notes and to-do lists.

“HR Approved Way To Say Things I Can’t Say Out Loud At Work” | $11.99 | This witty collection of “translations” is sure to create some chuckles around the office.

Local pick: Classic Cinnamon Bread Loaf 3-Pack from Greenlee’s Bakery | $32 | This local sweet treat is perfect for sharing.

Monopoly Deal | $7.99 | This fun + family-friendly gift is a fast-paced version of the classic Monopoly board game.

Local pick: 10th Street Distillery Whiskey | $65+ | Pick up a bottle of the good stuff — many of these locally made whiskeys have won major awards, including the Peated Single Malt.

Existential crisis duck lamp | $17.99 | This amusing, rechargeable light is cord-free + a cute desk accessory.

A golf ball, hole, and the text "Gifts for golfers." — Including best-selling socks and a magnetic golf towel.

Local pick: Topgolf Gift Card | $50+ | The San Jose location boasts three floors filled with 120+ all-weather bays, plus a rooftop terrace with fire pits, 200+ TVs, and plenty of food and drink options.

Indoor putting green | $64.99 | Golfers won’t be able to resist trying out this 9.5-ft indoor putting green the day they unwrap it.

Frustrated golfer socks | $12.99 | This No. 1 best-selling pair of men’s novelty socks is sure to get a laugh.

Magnetic golf towel | $31.95 | Rated 4.7 stars, this microfiber towel sticks to golf carts or clubs so they won’t lose it around the green.

Local pick: Alamaden Golf & Country Club Membership | Price TBD (call to inquire) | This 18-hole course has beautiful fairways, bunkers, smooth greens, and some sticky roughs, plus a 34,000-sqft club house.

Golf cooler bag | $26.99 | This slim, compact cooler bag can be stowed in the side pocket of most golf bags and fits up to six beer cans.

Local pick: The Golf Garage Gift Card | $50+ | Help them perfect that perfect swing through 1:1 coaching and tech like TrackMan and Sportsbox AI.

Play Nine: The card game of golf | $19.99 | Just like in golf, the lowest score wins in this family-friendly card game with nearly 20,000 glowing reviews.

A collection of stamps and the text "Gifts that ship fast." — Including pjs and a fun card game.

Women’s pajama set | Prices vary on color and pattern | These ultra-soft pjs are available in 40+ colors and patterns, from classic solids to fun holiday patterns.

Genuine leather wallet | $31.88 | Upgrade their worn-out wallet to this stylish + functional one that boasts RFID blocking technology.

Owala FreeSip | $29.98 | This 4.7-star rated water bottle is loved for its patented FreeSip design that allows you to sip upright through a built-in straw or tilt back to swig a gulp.

Satchel crossbody bag | $22.14 | A chic and practical choice for the handbag lover in your life.

Herd Mentality card game | $24.99 | This udderly hilarious + family-friendly card game is a perfect stocking stuffer.

A pile of presents and the text "Gifts for under $20." — Including a fluffy sweatshirt and shower steamers.

Fleece pullover | $13.99 | This oversized fluffy sweatshirt is what cozy winter dreams are made of.

Foldable travel jewelry case | $15.99 | Five different jewelry compartments make it easy to organize rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.

Shower steamers | $9.99 | This best-selling assortment features scents like lavender, eucalyptus, and rosemary.

Cast iron burger press | $19.99 | Surprise your foodie friend with this smash burger press that works on skillets, griddles, gas grills, and more.

Best-selling plaid chunky scarf | $16.99 | Elevate their winter wardrobe with this best-selling scarf they’ll use for years to come.

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