Roc the Holiday With These Local Gifts
The A-List elves are assembling great local gift ideas and special deals from most-loved local businesses so you can Roc the Holiday and support local. We know A-Listers are a busy bunch, so we’re here to make your shopping easy. Surprise your friends and family with presents handpicked just for them from some of Rochester’s best local shops, businesses and talented artisans. From gifts for the foodie, the golfer, the host(ess), and the hard to shop for, here are the first batch of gifts. We’ll be adding more local gifts each week so keep checking back for more inspiration. thoughtful gifts handpicked just for them from some of Rochester’s top local shops, businesses, and talented artisans.
The holidays are about giving + getting. And that’s exactly what shopping local does for you + for our community. Shopping local will make you look good and feel good. Roc the Holiday and make a profound impact in your community with the power of your dollar. Every dollar spent locally has 3x the impact! We’ll be giving away a santa’s sleigh full of these gift ideas on instagram in December, so be sure to enter to win and get more local gift ideas there. PS. Less time needed shopping means more time to enjoy the holiday celebrating.
2024 Shop Local Rochester Gift Guide
We’ll be adding gift ideas each week
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1) Perfect holiday gift for the golfer on your list: A chance to swing their clubs!
Give the golfer in your life the gift of a round (or two) this holiday season. Two top-tier golf destinations are X-Golf Pittsford and across town, Avid Indoor Golf next to Ridgemont Country Club. Both offering gift card deals for the holidays.
Give the gift of year-round golf with an X-Golf Pittsford gift card. Perfect for the golfer on your list, X-Golf offers an indoor experience where golfers can swing their clubs in any weather. The new 7,000-square-foot indoor golf facility recently opened in Pittsford Plaza. X-Golf Pittsford features eight state-of-the-art simulators, a full bar, and large TVs to catch your favorite sporting events. The simulators allow golfers to play the world’s top courses, compete in various formats, and work on improving their swing. X-Golf offers indoor golf leagues, competitions and tournaments, Buffalo Bills game nights, corporate events, group golf events, parties and family-friendly gatherings. For the holiday season, X-Golf Pittsford gift cards are 20% off (in-person purchases only), making it a great time to score a deal. Purchase gift cards online, or save 20% if purchased in-store at 3349 Monroe Ave. (left of Black and Blue in Pittsford Plaza).
X-Golf Pittsford, 3349 Monroe Ave. (585) 978-8475
Give the golfer on your list a chance to swing their clubs in the dead of winter with an indoor golf experience at Rochester’s original golf entertainment bar & grill Avid Indoor Golf Center. A-Listers save $10 on your gift certificate. $50 gift certificate (good for 1 hour of play) on a golf-simulator for 1-4 golfers, is available for $40 for A-listers until Dec 31, 2024. Gift certificates are available at Avid Indoor Golf, open 7 days a week during the winter. Avid is an upscale indoor golf bar & grill, located next to Ridgemont Country Club with 6 simulators. Golfers can play over 100 world famous courses, & other top golf style games swinging real clubs with real balls. Purchase online as well as gift certificates for any amount. Mention A-List when you stop in to get the $10 discount, or if you buy online, get $10 value added when redeem (when you mention A-List to staff).
Avid Indoor Golf, 3655 Ridge Rd. West, Rochester (585) 434-5755
2) For the coffee lover
Looking for a gift for the coffee enthusiast in your life? One of the curated coffee gift boxes from Joe Bean Coffee would be perfect. Created to appeal to a variety of coffee drinkers, boxes include nationally awarded coffees, limited release coffees, and classic coffee selections. Join Joe Bean’s newsletter to get coffee brewing tips and more, plus 20% off your first order. Order online at joebeanroasters.com
Joe Bean Coffee, winner of numerous national awards, is a direct-from-farmer coffee roaster on a mission to connect appreciative coffee drinkers with tasty coffee. As a B Corp and Women-Owned (MWBE) certified business located right here in Rochester, NY, they are committed to full transparency and sustainability in sourcing, as well as uplifting people and planet.
Joe Bean Coffee
3) A Cranberry Fusion Pedicure at Relax the Spa
A standout seasonal treat at Relax The Spa is the Cranberry Fusion Pedicure. This indulgent experience begins with a revitalizing, effervescent cranberry soak and scrub. The treatment incorporates Transdermal Carboxytherapy, which combines the power of CO2 and magnesium to rejuvenate tired feet and elevate the overall experience. The pedicure concludes with an ultra-hydrating cranberry butter cream, leaving your feet soft, nourished, and pampered, finished off with a polish of your choice. It’s the perfect way to pamper yourself or someone special this winter. Plus, professional-grade skincare items for home use—designed to keep feet super soft—are also available for purchase or gifting, ensuring that the indulgence continues long after the treatment.
Gift the ultimate relaxation with a gift card to Relax The Spa. Want your loved one to choose their luxurious spa service? Give the gift of relaxation with a gift card to Relax The Spa, in any amount. As Rochester’s premier organic skincare haven, Relax the Spa offers a sanctuary for de-stressing and recharging. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, or even for yourself, gift recipients can choose from an extensive menu of luxurious and innovative services designed to refresh and renew – massages, skincare treatments, body therapies, and nail care—all set in a serene environment. From the moment they walk through the door, they’ll be greeted with plush robes, cozy slippers, and the soothing warmth of a crackling fireplace, creating an atmosphere of pure relaxation. Relax The Spa offers the ultimate retreat, with every service designed to refresh, renew, and revitalize.
Cranberry Fusion Pedicure at Relax the Spa, 235 High Street Extension, Victor (585) 412-4994
4) For the person who loves exploring
If you know someone who loves to explore new places and try new experiences, a Rochester A-List gift certificate is the perfect present. There’s no shortage of incredible things to do in Rochester, from food tours to outdoor adventures, and this gift gives your recipient the chance to choose their own adventure.
The A-List 2025 event season is shaping up to be full of exciting activities, including the return of our Neighborhood Nosh walking food crawls, and the A-List Adventure series with kayak brewery tours, and hikes, paddle board excursions and bike rides infused with food and beverage experiences. Whether they’re a foodie, an outdoor enthusiast, or just someone who loves fun, there’s something for everyone.
Simply choose the gift amount and we’ll send you a customized gift card to be used for any A-List event throughout the year. Your recipient can then pick the event that best fits their interests. To order your gift certificate, just email to A-List Events, and we’ll mail it directly to you or your loved one. Cheers to a year full of exploration and adventure.
Kayak Brewery Tour A-List Adventure
5) For someone who deserves pampering
Hot tub at Mirbeau Inn and Spa
Holiday events to check out and shop local!
Stay tuned for more (LOCAL) gifts! We’ll be adding new gifts as our elves find them.
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