In 2025, Colorado Springs continues to champion the importance of supporting local shops—an essential part of maintaining a vibrant and resilient business ecosystem in our region. As the economic landscape shifts, it’s more important than ever to recognize the impact of choosing small, locally owned businesses. That’s why we’ve updated our Colorado Springs Holiday Small Shopping Guide to help inspire your holiday shopping, highlight the incredible makers and shops in our community, and encourage more diverse local spending throughout the season.
Across multiple 2024–2025 studies on the Local Multiplier Effect, one message is clear: money spent locally works harder for the community. When you shop at small, locally owned businesses, a much larger share of each dollar stays here in Colorado Springs—supporting jobs, families, and the unique businesses that make our city special. Choosing local isn’t just shopping; it’s investing in the place we call home.
Another compelling reason to shop local is the variety of gifts you can find. Enough with holiday candles and cutesy coffee mugs, shopping locally will make you the most thoughtful gift giver in your family. The local creative folks in our town have some exciting and thought-provoking crafts and ideas. And what better way to spread the cheer than to cheer them on with your dollars? Giving a gift made by a craftsperson, artisan or artist shows the recipient that you care and you know what they really appreciate.
Let’s face it, it is so easy to procrastinate this time of year. Buying locally affords you one of the most important things you may need right now…time. When you shop locally, you have your gift ready to wrap. No waiting for UPS, no delayed shipments, no concern of someone swiping it off your doorstep. Your present goes from being purchased to right under your tree. Use your new-found time saved to work on something more productive, like your holiday menu planning, plan some time with the family and go out and look at some of Colorado Springs’s best holiday lights.
Circa Vintage is like entering a design wonderland where old becomes incredible. This Colorado Springs shop takes forgotten furniture and gives it a second life that's cooler than cool.
| 📍 2502 W. Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 |
Urbane Collective transforms Colorado Springs' retail landscape into a canvas of local creativity, where every shelf and display is a curated celebration of homegrown talent. More than a store, it's a living, breathing showcase of the city's most ingenious makers and designers, turning shopping into an inspired adventure.
| 📍 2117 Templeton Gap Rd #120 7676 Dublin Blvd #110 12229 Voyager Parkway #100, Colorado Springs |
The Living Room is Colorado Springs' go-to spot for plants, where green lovers find an amazing collection of leafy friends. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, and the selection is mind-boggling!
📍 22 E Rio Grande St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Finders Keepers is that cool spot where you can dig through awesome vintage stuff and find something totally unexpected. Whether you're searching for a vintage dress, a unique piece of jewelry, or a jar of fresh, local honey, this shop is a goldmine of handpicked, one-of-a-kind finds.
| 📍 91 Highway 105, Palmer Lake, CO, United States, Colorado |
Orlys, a family owned business, has been operating for over 29 years and making waves in the Art gallery and Framing industry. After beginning in Old Colorado City on the westside, Orly's now resides in South Downtown Colorado Springs. With an impressive selection of original paintings and vintage furnishings, Orly's is renowned as Colorado Springs' top Art Gallery.
| 📍 730 S Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 |
Eclectic CO is a boutique-style marketplace showcasing a diverse selection of handmade goods from Southern Colorado artisans.
📍 214 1/2 N Tejon, Colorado Springs, CO, United States, Colorado
Lots of great art, plants, all around perfect gifts from baby to grandma.
Household decors, Christmas decors and cute baby items too.
Clothing, home decors, unique gifts, and jewelry.
📍 1827 West Uintah Street Colorado Springs, CO 80904
A longtime Colorado Springs favorite for plants, seasonal décor, and unique gifts. Rick’s is a go-to spot for holiday greenery, locally inspired finds, and thoughtful gifts for home and garden lovers.
📍 120 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO
A must-visit for home cooks, Sparrow Hock offers high-quality cookware, kitchen tools, and specialty ingredients — perfect for holiday hosting or gifting something both beautiful and practical.
📍 Downtown Colorado Springs, CO
A cozy spot filled with carefully selected used and vintage books. Perfect for book lovers looking for meaningful, nostalgic gifts with character and charm.
📍 400 3rd Street Castle Rock, CO 80104
A charming collection of locally owned boutiques under one roof, featuring home décor, gifts, clothing, and artisan goods — ideal for relaxed holiday shopping with plenty of unique finds.
In addition to the shops specializing in gifts, clothing and home decor, another way to contribute to our Colorado Springs economy is to support our local restaurants, breweries, and distilleries.
Some of the best local gifts and swag in town come from our local eateries and watering holes. That cute Colorado t-shirt….from a brewery, that cool beanie…yup, a distillery. So pop on into your local watering hole and pick up some local gifts and gear.
Amazing Graze Charcuterie Co.creates stunning, delectable grazing boards in Colorado Springs, transforming events with artfully arranged meats, cheeses, and gourmet treats.
| 📍 2506 Robinson St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 |
Stellina Pizza Cafe –A new eatery near the Shooks Run neighborhood with some amazing pizza, pasta, and Italian Old Fashions.
📍 749 E Willamette Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
OMG…Colonel Mustard’s Sandwich Emporium has the best sandwiches E V E R! Pop in and pick some up when you don’t want to cook.
📍 1412 South 21st Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Located in Downtown Colorado Springs, this back alley treasure, Shame & Regret is a renowned scotch and whiskey bar that has become a favorite among locals.
| 📍 15 E Bijou St Suite C Colorado Springs, CO 80903 |
District Elleven, a Colorado Springs gem, combines sophisticated style, artful mixology, and a buzzing nightlife for an unforgettable experience.
📍 218 N Tejon St.ste 110, Colorado Springs, CO
Nestled in the heart of Colorado Springs, Cork & Cask is a cozy bar offering an exceptional selection of craft cocktails, fine wines, and an inviting ambiance.
📍 60 E Moreno Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Mash Mechanix Brewing Co. is a brewing company offers a dizzying selection of draft beers and seltzers. They also have an impressive line-up of food trucks if you’re hungry.
| 📍 429 E. Pikes Peak Ave Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903 |
Who doesn’t like that cute little goat? And their beer? To die for…
Beer drinkersmake better lovers…..at least that’s what one of their t-shirts claim.
Off of Academy Blvd, they have some cool gear.
Off of Academy Blvd, they have some cool gear.
Monument Moonshine at it’s best. Check out their new retail corner!
For that hard-to-buy person on your list, you might need to venture outside traditional gift shops and restaurants and get a little more creative. Here are some local businesses that may be the perfect fit for Aunt Betty.
Poor Richard's Downtown is a beloved Colorado Springs restaurant and bookstore offering eclectic cuisine, coffee, and a vibrant community gathering space with a quirky, welcoming atmosphere.
| 📍 320 - 324 1/2 North Tejon Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903 |
Adorable gift boxes for every person’s taste
Luxurious, curated picnic experiences in Colorado Springs.
Don’t know what to buy? Ask Dirk in Monument, he can come up with something special.
At Springs Homes, we support local because we are local. We have been around as your Colorado Springs Realtors since 1997, and we plan to be here for many years to come. Check out some of the other Local Lineup Guides we publish to help support our local neighbors.
Are you a local business owner we missed in our Colorado Springs Holiday Small Shopping Guide? Have no fear, we appreciate you, too, and would love to include you in our next shout-out. Drop us a line and remind us to include you when we promote local businesses.
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