Slacking on your holiday gift buying doesn’t make you a bad person—it just makes you human (and maybe a little forgetful). So if you’re frantically searching for the perfect Nashville gift idea for friends, family, coworkers, or anyone else you love, take a breath. We’ve got you covered with some of the best Nashville-inspired gifts, local makers, and Music City experiences to make your shopping way easier.
Already finished your holiday shopping? Honestly… congrats. But since you’re here, we’re guessing you either really love browsing Nashville gift guides or you’re looking for that one last perfect item. Either way, welcome.
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Give The Gift Of Team Spirit
Middle Tennessee is all about some sports, giving fans opportunities to cheer at games year round. Make this holiday season merry with merch and tickets - there are so many unique gifts, collectibles, apparel, and accessories to go around.
Show some love to our local sports teams including Tennessee Titans, Nashville Soccer Club, Vanderbilt Commodores, Nashville Predators, TSU, Nashville Sounds, UT, and Belmont - each shop has great deals and stocking stuffers! Quite the list, huh?
Give The Gift Of Membership
Whether it be a gorgeous museum, independent movie theater, activities, performance art, or seasonal garden displays - a membership to one of the below establishments allows your gift recipient to visit their fave spot again and again.
Some gift-worthy memberships include Cheekwood Estate & Gardens (pictured), Adventure Science Center, Nashville Ballet (season tickets), The Adventure Park at Nashville, Belcourt Theatre, Frist Art Museum, Oz Arts Nashville, Nashville Shores, Climb, and Nashville Zoo. The local gift that gives all year long!
Sometimes the greatest gift is the one you give to yourself. Treat your eyes and ears to rock & roll all year round with a Do615 More Membership! Get a pair of tickets every month based on the events, artists and venues you love. In the spirit of giving, we’re giving you 3 months free.
Give The Gift Of Greenery
(not that kind...)
FACT: Indoor plants have been proven to have a positive impact on both mental and physical health, so giving one as a gift lets them know you truly care! Browse beautiful hanging and potted plants, decorative planters, succulents and more at a variety of local plant shops. FLORA, Gardens Of Babylon, Foiled & Fern, Lawrence and Clarke Cacti Co., and Hoop House are all great - most of which offer consultations and plant care!
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Give The Gifts For Pets
Let's face it, when you get your pet a gift, the reward of seeing them light up with excitement is just as much a present for you, too.
Baxter Bailey is amazing for treats, toys, pet accessories, and even beer for your dog! Wags and Whiskers (2 Nashville locations) has lots of holistic dog and cat snacks, and a huge selection of toys for pets of all sizes. Earth Dog in Brentwood has sustainable gifts like hemp harnesses and leashes. For adorable dog gifts, it doesn't get cuter than Mary Kathryn Design. And Miss Kitty's Dog Resort has a bakery and boutique.
While shopping for your bestie, don't forget about the pets who need a little extra love by making a donation to Nashville Humane Association, Agape Animal Rescue, and Wags & Walks!
Give The Gift Of Candy, Cookies, & Chocolate
Make it Music City, but with cookies -- HiFi Cookies has tasty mixtape boxes that are amazing for holiday gifts, most named after iconic musical artists! Or bring some gorgeous french pastries from Little Gourmand to your next gathering.
Might we also suggest the chocolate gift tins from Colts, homemade dipped marshmallows from Bang Candy Co., truffles from Tempered, a box of caramels from Olive & Sinclair, gourmet popcorn flavors from Kernels, cookies from Pink Door, and Tiff's Treats, or seasonal tin assortments from Goo Goo Cluster , a classic Nashville gift.
Give The Gift Of Jewelry
Find the perfect accessory for that special someone on your list from one of the Nashville boutique shops. Each have unique selections of handmade, vintage, and/or high-end jewelry. Whether you're looking for some bling or a precious stone, you can find it here.
We highly recommend Goodbuy Girls, Vinnie Louise, Johnnie Q, Whiskey Water, Uncommon James, Strings For Hope, TNT Goods, Kendra Scott, Consider The Wldflwrs, and Judith Bright - all amazing collections.
Give The Gift Of Print
Memorialize their favorite concert, event or announcement with a Hatch Show Print poster - everyone loves that classic look. Friendly Arctic is another favorite of ours, and they make kick ass designs for apparel, accessories, and posters -- many of which support great causes within our community and state parks! And N.B. Goods - they have cool banners, flags, totes, hats and more that make for trendy decor and attire.
Give The Gift of Home Decor & Keepsakes
Accessories, but for their home. Whether it's a statement piece of art or functional decor, you can gift someone something they get to see everyday in their favorite place. Items like ornaments, candles, books, purses pillows, vases and even furniture - there are so many expressive, thoughtful gifts to let them know you know their style.
For such occasions, we're quite fond of Junk Is The New Black, White's Mercantile, Epergne, The Golden Slipper, Abode Mercantile, Hester & Cook, Thistle Farms, and OAK | One Of A Kind -- each have plenty of great gift inventory!
Give The Gift Of Variety
The one and done - get a gift basket and call it a day. With combined goodies from signature Nashville brands, your giftee can sample a lil something from some of Music City's favorite vendors.
We recommend Made In TN, Batch, High Note Gifts, Heavenly Treats 4 U, Southernaire Market, and Southern Gifting Co. when shopping for the perfect assortment - great for out of town relatives and your employer/coworkers. Wanna send something fresh? You can't go wrong with a fruit and chocolate arrangement from Edible Arrangements!
Give The Gift Of Fashion
Find sweaters, jackets, jeans, party dresses with gorgeous accessories, hair clips, boots, and sneakers to compliment any look from a variety of trendy Nashville boutiques this holiday season.
Some local staples include Emerson Grace, Elle Gray, Anaconda Vintage, Posh, ABLE, fab'rik, Any Old Iron, Franklin Flannels, Vinnie Louise, and Habit!
Give The Gift Of Vinyl
Any record collector would be more than happy with a gift card to The Groove. And Grimey's is your go-to place for the latest book releases and extensive selection of vinyl. Third Man Records has some awesome gifts & merch ideas on their site. You'll have no trouble finding a music-lover approved present.
Give The Gift Of Pop Culture
Between Apple & Oak, Gift Horse Nashville, and Tin Cottage, you're fully covered for adorable, hilarious, and kitschy gift items. Mugs, magnets, stickers, ornaments, coloring books, and candles all make for excellent stocking stuffers.
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Dolly's Nashville Gift Box
For the Dolly worshiper (so, basically everyone), this gift box from Made In TN is simply the cutest. You've got a notepad, stickers, a candle, keychain, diner mug and a guitar with mints! Made for a queen.
Jammin Biscuits From Loveless Cafe
The Loveless Cafe is famous for their scratch-made biscuits and fresh preserves. Enjoy your own at home! Each set includes one 2lb bag of Biscuit Mix and three jars of fruit preserves.It's the perfect way to wake up with the family on Christmas morning! Order one now, or stop by to grab more goodies.
High Garden Tea Winter Seasonals
Their warmest and coziest teas and potions are a considerate and caring stocking stuffer gift that lets folks know they mean a lot to you! High Garden is passionate about nature, wellness, and herbalism, and it shows.
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That’s all, folks. Thank you for reading our Holiday Gift Guide. We hope it was helpful. And if you didn’t find anything you liked, well, that’s kinda on you. Either you’re too picky or your friends are.
