The holidays are almost here. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, the Washington DC area has a wonderful selection of places to shop for unique gifts. Here are some suggestions for cool places to buy holiday gifts in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Black Friday in the Washington DC area
The day after Thanksgiving, many Washington DC area retailers open their doors very early to attract shoppers with special offers and bargains for the holiday season. Some shopping centers and large retailers even open at midnight.
See the early opening hours in the DC area.
Washington DC Gifts and Souvenirs
Looking for a gift or souvenir for someone who loves Washington DC? This guide offers many creative ideas for locals and visitors to the country’s capital.
Holiday craft shows in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia
See the schedule for a variety of craft shows in November and December in the Washington, DC area.
Museum gift shops in Washington, DC
Find unique gift items like books, clothing, jewelry, videos, crafts, decorative arts, toys, and more.
Some of the museums even sell their souvenirs online!
Christmas tree farms in Maryland and Northern Virginia
Cut your own Christmas tree and get ready for the holiday season. See a guide to farms near Washington DC, many of which also sell garlands, greens, decorations, and other Christmas items.
Shop for Christmas decorations in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia
See a guide to the best shops in the area to buy Christmas decorations, garlands, decorative lights, candles, and more.
Downtown DC Holiday Market
November 23 – December 23, 2018. Sidewalk on F Street between 7 and 9 in front of the National Portrait Gallery.
Hours are noon to 8 pm Enjoy a unique seasonal shopping market in the Penn Quarter neighborhood of downtown Washington, DC. Find gift items from over 150 exhibitors and artisans, including artwork, crafts, jewelry, ceramics, photography, clothing, prepared food, and more. A wide range of live local musicians and bands will entertain shoppers. Jazz, swing, blues, reggae, bluegrass, cappella, brass and more create a fun and energetic atmosphere.
Procrastinator’s Holiday Market
December 15, 2018. 12-6 pm 680 Rhode Island Ave NE Washington, DC. Participating vendors represent a wide variety of products from local artisans. Past events featured gift vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, a Christmas card making station, a ‘Letters for Santa’ mailbox, a winter-themed drink bar, and more fun for all ages.
The best antique stores in the Washington DC area
Antique centers sell handmade crafts and unique holiday gift items. Find vintage destinations with a variety of stores in Maryland and Virginia.
Outlet malls near Washington, DC
Outlet centers offer a wide selection of stores and the best prices on branded and designer items, from clothing to electronics and household items.
Shopping malls in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia
Get out of your own neighborhood and visit a mall that you haven’t taken the time to explore.
The best gourmet food stores in the Washington, DC area
Find a wide selection of gourmet foods and gift items from the best specialty stores in the region.
Official White House Christmas decorations
Shop online for official hand-decorated Christmas decorations in Washington, DC.
Christmas shopping at Washington National Cathedral
Books, music, statues, jewelry and other gifts can be found in the Museum Shop, (800) 319-7073. The Herb Cottage is a gift shop offering a variety of home and garden accessories, dried herbs and specialty teas and foods, (202) 537-8982.
