Need some last-minute inspiration and ideas for filling the Easter baskets this weekend? We rounded up 15 different items and products from 6 local Rochester MN businesses. Pro Tip: Call ahead and have them set aside anything you want to come in and purchase!
Spark
When you visit Spark, don’t miss the Spark Shop just inside the main entrance to the left. They have the cutest selection of toys, games, stuffed animals, and more.
The little bunny pull toy, pineapple teether, cute piggy bank, and the lacing sheep all caught our eye! Perfect to put in a basket!
Location:
Located in Apache Mall in the south corridor of the J.C. Penny wing
1201 12th Street SW Suite 632
Rochester, MN 55902
Hours:
Tuesday-Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm
Closed Mondays
Chocolaterie Stam
Chocolaterie Stam is a modern chocolaterie steeped in old-world, Dutch traditions. Handcrafted exceptional white, milk, and dark chocolate bonbons for over 200 years! They not only have exceptional chocolate: you can find all sorts of candy at Chocolaterie Stam.
Our Easter basket pick is their classic laughing chocolate Easter bunny! Be sure to call ahead as these guys tend to go fast.
Location:
Galleria at University Square
111 Broadway Ave S #208
Rochester, MN 55904
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 11 am – 6 pm
Saturday: 10 AM – 4 PM
Closed Sundays
Threshold Arts
Threshold Arts is a nonprofit arts organization founded in 2018 with the goal of connecting Southeast Minnesota artists with our community and its visitors.
On a recent visit, we discovered local artist, Lydia Hansen, of AmigurumiHorde. Lydia crochets Amigurumi – small stuffed creatures – as well as other cute items such as cactus and coral from recycled yarn. Look how adorable these little friends are!
Location:
121 Broadway Ave N
Rochester, MN 55906
Hours:
Tuesday – Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Closed Mondays and Holidays
ABC Toy Zone
ABC Toy Zone is a family-owned Rochester MN toy shop. If you have not been here, we highly recommend you go for a huge selection of unique toys. You’ll find everything from imaginary play, educational resources, teacher supplies, STEM learning, and more!
You cannot go wrong with a cute stuffy friend in an Easter basket! Above are some of our favorites (they have Squishmallows in stock if that’s your kids’ thing!). They have a HUGE selection to choose from. Other great ideas include stickers, art supplies (we LOVE Ooly! It can be hard to find and ABC Toy Zone has a ton), and Schleich Animal figurines.
Location:
Miracle Mile Shopping Center
122 17th Ave NW
Rochester, MN 55901
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 11 am – 7 pm
Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM (Closed Easter)
People's Food Co-op
People’s Food Co-op has great gifts, home goods, and food items!
We love their assortment of specialty chocolate bars. There are so many to choose from and in really creative flavors. Not to mention, some of these chocolate bars are beautifully packaged! Don’t miss the cute assortment of kid-sized Kleen Kanteen stainless steel water bottles.
Location:
Metropolitan Marketplace
519 1st Avenue SW
Rochester, MN 55902
Hours:
Open Everday 8 AM – 9 PM
Flowers by Jerry
Flowers by Jerry is a locally owned, generational flower shop. They offer a wide assortment of handcrafted bouquets, unique gifts, and the most beautiful fresh and preserved floral arrangements.
The Farm House Fresh Bath Fizzers are so good. They are a perfect size, smell delicious, and are full of vitamin e and coconut oil. We also love the Generation Bee lip balm! Both items are perfect to tuck into an Easter basket for a tween or teen.
Location:
122 10th St NE
Rochester, MN 55906
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Saturday: 8 AM – 2 PM
Sunday: Closed
Old Abe's | Drift Dough Donuts
Old Abe & Co. is an eclectic coffee house (literally) and vegan cafe. Recently, they began offering Drift Dough donuts and have been churning out vegan and regular donuts for us to enjoy.
Jelly beans are great and all, by why not wrap up a few donuts to put in their Easter basket? Tip: order a dozen or two and you’ll be the star at Easter brunch. Call for available flavors!
Location:
832 7th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901
Hours:
Tuesday – Friday: 7 am – 7 pm
Saturday: 7 AM – 8 PM
Sunday: 7 AM – 6 PM
Closed Mondays
