Last-Minute Gift Guide: Downtown Edition
Left your gift list to the last minute? Stuck on stocking stuffers? Overwhelmed by online shopping? Don’t despair—shop Downtown! With over 180 holiday vendors and small businesses, Downtown Pittsburgh has everything you need to find one-of-a-kind gifts while shopping small.
Peoples Gas Holiday Market
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Meet all your gifting goals at the Peoples Gas Holiday Market. Feel the holiday stress melt away with a hot cup of Gluhwein in hand as you wander through charming wooden chalets brimming with high-quality gifts and holiday treasures you won't find anywhere else.
Don’t miss the final weekend of the Merry Marketplace from Thursday, December 19 through Sunday, December 22. This expanded shopping space in Market Square brings together local and international vendors. You’ll find everything from handcrafted jewelry to delicious spices.
The Peoples Gas Holiday Market is open daily through December 24!
Final Weekend Hours:
Friday, Dec. 22: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 23: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Christmas Eve, Sunday, Dec. 24: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Positively Pittsburgh
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Those seeking uniquely Yinzer gifts will want to check out love, Pittsburgh. Their Downtown location carries a wide selection that represents the talent of over 100 different Pittsburgh-based artists and makers. Don't miss out on their Holiday Gift Box Catalog, along with t-shirts, ceramics, cards, and more that make for perfect last-minute gifts.
Want to wear your Pittsburgh pride on your sleeve? Steel City’s Downtown store has got you covered, with graphic tees, sweatshirts, hoodies and accessories that let you to bring a little bit of the ‘burgh wherever you go.
For those who bleed black and gold, DK Pittsburgh Sports offers top-notch merch from the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates, plus a plethora of original arts, crafts, photos, clothes and more. (And for those who don't live in the region, they offer gift subscriptions and online merchandise, too!)
Fashionably Late Finds
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Discover high-quality fashion to fit every taste and budget from dozens of small, independently owned boutiques all within walking distance. Peruse chic new styles for women at 306 Forbes Boutique. Check out love,’s collection of embroidered apparel. Indulge in high-end menswear from international designers at Larrimor’s. And so much more.
The 2024 Holiday Window Competition may be wrapping up on December 18, but there’s still time to see the displays and get some last minute shopping in at all of the participating businesses!
For Hosts and Homes
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Still searching for the perfect host gift or that touch of elegance for your home? Downtown Pittsburgh’s boutiques, bakeries, and markets are brimming with unique finds, from artisanal candles to chic charcuterie boards. Deck the halls with classy decor from AZ Home Details. Impress your host this holiday season with a festive treat from La Gourmandine, the fabulous French bakery in the heart of Downtown. Browse Market St. Grocery’s selection of coffee, high-quality pantry staples, and wine for the foodie in your life. Embrace the flavors of the season with a stunning spread from PAIR Charcuterie. Discover all this and more Downtown!
Mindful Must-Haves
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Give the gift of self-care this season. Downtown Pittsburgh’s gyms and spas are perfect for elevating wellness routines. Treat your friends or family to relaxation with a Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa gift card. For the fitness enthusiast in your life, UFC Gym offers all kinds of workout classes from Jiu-Jitsu to spin class. Help your friend relax with a class at aither yoga. Get your loved one some stress relief at Clarkfit Boxing & Fitness. There is no shortage of fitness finds Downtown.
Delightful Deals
Show your Downtown Pittsburgh Edge Card at check out to access special offers, deals, and discounts at over 25 participating businesses! Don’t have an Edge Card yet? They’re available for FREE at the Holiday Market Info Booth in Market Square.
Need even more gift-giving inspo?
Check out our full Downtown Gift Guide!
Holiday experiences make great gifts too!
Whether you just finished a busy day of shopping or you’re ready to scale back on your holiday spending (we get it), there are plenty of other ways to treat yourself and your loved ones to fun and festive experiences without breaking the bank.
Pop into one of the many pop-up and seasonal bars around Downtown, or go for an exhilarating twirl around the ice rink at PPG Place, conveniently located next to the Holiday Market. Get a keepsake photo with Santa at his house in Heinz Hall Courtyard. Or discover new shows and holiday classics in the Cultural District. Whatever you do, don’t forget that the best gift of all is having a good time!