Small Business Saturday is coming up quick, and you have plenty of options here in the Corridor! We put together a list of locally owned shops that you can visit for your holiday shopping in 2024.

Before we get started, if you don't want to have to wrap a physical gift this year, there are also plenty of local places that offer gift cards for services! There are tons of spas, nail salons, hair salons, tattoo parlors, massage therapists, estheticians, photographers, fitness studios, restaurants, and entertainment venues to choose from. Be sure to keep them in mind!

I asked Eastern Iowans on the Cedar Rapids Area Support Local Group on Facebook what local, small businesses they recommend for Christmas gifts, and there were so many great responses! You can check out the full post HERE, but here 50 of your options in and around the Corridor:

*All stores listed below have brick-and-mortar locations that you can visit, but don't forget about all the local shops online!*

*You can also check out a list of local vendor/craft markets coming up in the area HERE*

50 Local Businesses in the Corridor Where You Can Shop for Christmas Gifts

Small Business Saturday is coming up quick, and you have plenty of options here in the Corridor! We put together a list of 50 locally owned shops that you can visit for your holiday shopping in 2024.

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223 Baby, Iowa City

  • Offers baby/toddler clothing, toys, books, accessories, decor, blankets, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (22 reviews)

Active Endeavors, Coralville

  • Offers outerwear, activewear, camping equipment, boots/shoes, travel accessories, backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, climbing equipment, and more
  • 4.6-star rating on Google (94 reviews)

Amana Colonies

  • Ackerman Winery
  • Amana General Store
  • The Chocolate Haus
  • The Clothes Encounter
  • Creative Colony
  • Fern Hill Gifts and Quilts
  • Fireside Winery
  • The Gallery On Main
  • International Christmas Market
  • Little Red Wagon Toy Store
  • Margie Jane's
  • Village Winery
  • White Cross Cellars
  • and MORE

Analog Vault, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers new & used vinyl records, cassettes, CDs, and audio equipment
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (96 reviews)

Blooms Garden Center, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers house plants, succulents, home decor, garden decor, plant accessories, pottery, and more
  • 4.6-star rating on Google (76 reviews)

Cameron and Henkle Creek, Vinton

  • Offers clothing, home decor, accessories, jewelry, games/toys, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (17 reviews)

Central City Family Pharmacy, Central City

  • Offers greeting cards, candles, home decor, toys, gifts, and more
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (7 reviews)

CIELO, Iowa City/Coralville

  • Offers permanent jewelry, women's clothing, beauty supplies, books, accessories, home decor, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (19 reviews/46 reviews)

The DAISY, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers new/used clothing, shoes, jewelry, accessories, home decor, gifts, and more
  • 4.5-star rating on Google (67 reviews)

Daydreams Comics, Iowa City

  • Offers comic books/graphic novels, collector's items, and card games
  • 4.7-star rating on Google (210 reviews)

Designs by Michele/Di Moda Boutique, Marion

  • Offers women's clothing, accessories, shoes, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (12 reviews)

Diamond Leaf Jewelers, Coralville

  • Offers jewelry
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (112 reviews)

The Downtown Dachshund, Ely

  • Offers women's clothing, accessories, home decor, jewelry, and more
  • 4.6-star rating on Google (14 reviews)

Farmer's Daughter's Market, Hiawatha

  • Offers home decor, outdoor decor, clothing, wine, crafts, gifts, and more
  • 4.2-star rating on Google (309 reviews)

Food 4 Paws, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers pet supplies, toys, treats, and more
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (48 reviews)

The Funky Zebras, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers women's clothing, shoes, and accessories
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (17 reviews)

Geek City Games and Comics, North Liberty

  • Offers board games, card games, comic books, puzzles, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (338 reviews)

Glow Up Boutique, Vinton

  • Offers women's clothing, beauty products, candles, jewelry, and home decor

The Grill Works, Marion

  • Offers grills/griddles, grilling accessories, fire pits, outdoor speakers, rubs/sauces, and gift baskets
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (282 reviews)

Handmade Holiday Store, Lindale Mall in Cedar Rapids

  • Offers gifts and holiday decor handmade by local vendors
  • Recommended by 100% of reviewers on Facebook (13 reviews)

HEA Book Boutique, Marion

  • Offers books and accessories
  • 5-star rating on Google (8 reviews)

Illuminations, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers crystals, jewelry, incense, lamps, essential oils, candles, art, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (129 reviews)

Indigo River & Co., Cedar Rapids

  • Offers homemade soaps, lotions, salves, oils, scrubs, lip balms, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (32 reviews)

Iowa River Outdoors, Swisher

  • Offers fishing and hunting supplies, outerwear, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (33 reviews)

LA Trends Addict, Hiawatha

  • Offers women's clothing, home decor, gifts, accessories, shoes, jewelry, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (17 reviews)

LaLa Boutique LLC, North Liberty

  • Offers women's clothing and shoes
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (17 reviews)

Lewis Access Outfitters, Center Point

  • Offers fishing, archery, camping and hunting supplies, outdoor gear, and clothing
  • 4.7-star rating on Google (163 reviews)

The Local, Mount Vernon

  • Offers wine, home decor, kitchen accessories, books, gifts, bath & body items, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (41 reviews)

Local Craft Cellar, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers craft beer, wine, spirits, and locally made food/beverages
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (98 reviews)

Lush Puppy Boutique, Marion

  • Offers pet supplies, treats, toys, clothing, and accessories
  • 5-star rating on Google (6 reviews)

Marie's Jewelry & Accessories, Hiawatha

  • Offers jewelry, purses, women's clothing, candles, and more
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (9 reviews)

Market on Pearl, Shellsburg

  • Offers clothing, accessories, home decor, jewelry, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (2 reviews)

The Marion Chocolate Shop, Marion

  • Offers homemade chocolate, hot fudge, advent calendars, gift boxes, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (95 reviews)

Moonlit Meadows Apothecary, Marion

  • Offers tea, salves, bath & body products, oils, accessories, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (9 reviews)

Moss Plant Shop, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers house plants, succulents, pots, accessories, candles, books, gifts, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (55 reviews)

NewBo City Market, Cedar Rapids

  • The Barkery
  • Cedar Witch Goods
  • Frenchique Boutique
  • Lori Ann's Candies
  • Tangled Heartstrings

Prairie Kitchen Store, Iowa City

  • Offers cookware, baking supplies, glassware, cooking utensils, appliances, linens, specialty foods, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (54 reviews)

Prairie Lights Books, Iowa City

  • Offers a wide variety of books
  • 4.7-star rating on Google (546 reviews)

The Purple Wagon, Marion

  • Offers baby/toddler clothing, blankets, toys, books, art supplies, accessories, bath & body products, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (3 reviews)

Record Collector, Iowa City

  • Offers new/used vinyl records and CDs, turntables, and audio accessories
  • 4.5-star rating on Google (177 reviews)

rsvp, Iowa City

  • Offers stationary, greeting cards, gifts, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (50 reviews)

SCOUT of marion, Marion

  • Offers home decor, kitchen supplies, bath & body products, candles, gifts, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (53 reviews)

Scrapmania, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers crafts, art/scrapbooking supplies, gifts, and more
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (179 reviews)

The Secret Cellar, Shueyville

  • Offers craft beer, wine, spirits, gift baskets, and more
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (60 reviews)

Silver Spider, Mount Vernon

  • Offers toys, jewelry, cards, gifts, accessories, home decor, purses, kitchenware, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (77 reviews)

SOKO Outfitters, Cedar Rapids

  • Offers boots/shoes, outerwear, activewear, hiking gear, camping equipment, pet supplies, accessories, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (174 reviews)

Staged Dwellings, Marion

  • Offers home decor, kitchenware, accents, candles, gifts, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (6 reviews)

Sweetopia, Marion

  • Offers homemade candy and chocolates, baked goods, and gift boxes
  • 4.9-star rating on Google (100 reviews)

Vault Boutique, Swisher

  • Offers women's clothing, shoes, accessories, jewelry, and more
  • 5-star rating on Google (6 reviews)

Whiffle Tree Mercantile, Monticello

  • Offers toys, games, candy, kitchenware, home decor, pet supplies, accessories, gifts, and more
  • 4.8-star rating on Google (107 reviews)

The Absolute Best Hotels in the Midwest According to Michelin

Back in September, MICHELIN put out a list of the best hotels in the U.S. using their "Key" rankings. The 2024 list is only the second announcement of "Key" Hotels in the U.S., and it includes 16 Three Key Hotels, 70 Two Key Hotels, and 207 One Key Hotels. There aren't any Three Key Hotels here in the Midwest, but there are several Two and One Key Hotels to check out! Here are the Midwest Hotels that were recognized by Michelin:

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