The holidays can be stressful, so why not let someone else handle the tape and ribbon? These local shops make gift-giving easy with unique finds and free gift wrapping, so you can check one more thing off your list.
Hunt Silver Lake Drug & Gift | 1510 N Broadway
Hours: Mondays – Fridays 8 AM to 8 PM // Saturdays & Sundays 9 AM to 6 PM
Locally owned and part of the Rochester community since 1959, Hunt Silver Lake Drug & Gift is your friendly neighborhood spot for more than just prescriptions. It’s a modern-day pharmacy with old-school values, and a surprisingly great place to find the perfect holiday gifts.
From kitchen must-haves and stylish home decor to unique toys, tasty treats, and Rochester-themed items, there’s something for everyone on your list. After you spot the right gift, they’ll even wrap it for you. Prefer to do it yourself? They’ve got plenty of wrapping paper, gift bags, and festive extras to choose from.
Follow them on Facebook or call 507-289-1543 for details.
Counterpoint Home | 111 S Broadway, Suite 212
Hours: Mondays to Thursdays 10 AM to 6 PM // Saturdays 10 AM to 4 PM
Since 1996, Counterpoint has been helping shoppers find thoughtful, unique gifts in a warm, and personal setting. Located on the second floor of the Galleria in downtown Rochester, it’s the kind of store you wander into and end up exploring every corner.
You’ll find everything from trendy fashion and stylish home goods to interesting books and charming gifts for kids. Designer names like Eileen Fisher, Michael Aram, and Zwilling sit alongside smaller, hard-to-find brands you won’t see anywhere else.
Best of all? They’ll wrap your gifts for free, complete with their signature paper and even add a handwritten note if you’d like. Parking is easy (and free after 5 PM or on weekends), so you can pop in, shop, and walk out with gifts ready to go.
Follow them on Facebook and Instagram or call 507-6419 for details.
99 Giggles | 20 2nd Avenue SW
Hours: Mondays to Thursdays 9 AM to 5 PM // Fridays 9 AM to 4:30 PM
Life’s better when you’re laughing, and 99 Giggles is the kind of place that makes it easy to do just that. Located in the Subway level of downtown Rochester, this quirky gift shop is packed with hand-selected, unique finds that will bring smiles to anyone on your list.
From cards and clothing to jewelry, accessories, and fun novelty gifts, there’s something for everyone. One Yelp reviewer called it “the Willy Wonka of gift stores,” and we couldn’t agree more. And the friendly staff will even wrap your gift for you, so you can walk out ready to celebrate.
Follow them on Facebook or call 507-252-9900 for details.
Photo Courtesy of Threshold Arts
Threshold Arts | 311 Broadway Ave S
Hours: Sundays 11 AM to 3 PM // Wednesdays 11 AM to 3 PM // Thursdays – Saturdays 10 AM to 6 PM
Located in the historic Paine Furniture Building in downtown Rochester, Threshold Arts showcases the work of over fifty local artists and makers and is the perfect place to find a one-of-a-kind gift for the art lover or creative person in your life.
Stop by to browse handmade jewelry, pottery, prints, home decor, and more, all crafted by local hands. If they’re able, the staff will wrap your gift on the spot. Or, you can swing back later to pick it up ready to gift.
Follow them on Facebook and Instagram or call 507-266-6214 for details.
Photo Courtesy of Ashley’s Hallmark
Ashley’s Hallmark Shop | 2950 41st St NW
Hours: Sundays 12 to 5 PM // Mondays – Fridays 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM // Saturdays 10 AM to 5 PM
If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift this season, Ashley’s Hallmark Shop is the place to go. From cozy candles and home decor, to holiday ornaments, unique finds, and tasty treats, there’s something for everyone on your list, even the hardest person to shop for.
The best part? The friendly staff will wrap your gift for you right in the store, so you can walk in empty-handed and leave with something beautiful and ready to give. If you prefer to do it yourself, they’ve got plenty of paper, gift bags, and more to make holiday wrapping easy at home.
Follow them on Facebook or call 507-252-5000 for details.
