Shop Local in Spooner for the Holidays

Smiling barista serving coffee in a cozy Spooner café, highlighting local business and community spirit.

The holiday season is the perfect time to celebrate what makes Spooner special: its people, its local businesses, and the one-of-a-kind finds you’ll discover in our cozy downtown and beyond. This year, skip the big-box frenzy and let Spooner’s hometown shops and services inspire your gift giving. Below are ideas to make your holiday shopping meaningful and fun!

Treasure Hunts On Walnut Street

Walnut Street is often the downtown heartbeat and houses much of Spooner’s shopping scene. Below is a sneak peak of what you can find on Walnut Street but we highly recommend grabbing your favorite shopping friends and checking it out for yourself. 

  • Spooner General Store is a destination in itself. From creamy fudge and gourmet candy to Northwoods apparel, toys, and quirky gift items, it offers a bit of everything.
  • Spooner Mercantile carries clothing and accessories for the whole family — from Pendleton and Woolrich to everyday wear.
  • The Purple Pelican Gallery and Arts in Hand Gallery for locally made jewelry, paintings, or artisan crafts.
  • Yarn lovers and bookworms will adore Northwind Book & Fiber, offering cozy yarns, patterns, and curated reads — perfect for crafters or book-lovers on your list.

Beyond Downtown – Check Out These Gems

Bloom Floral

Nothing brightens the holidays quite like fresh flowers and greenery. Bloom Floral creates stunning seasonal arrangements, centerpieces, and custom bouquets for every style and budget. Add a little extra cheer with a houseplant or candle — perfect for teachers, neighbors, or anyone who could use a touch of warmth and beauty this season.

Ignite Dispensary

For the wellness lover or someone who could use a little relaxation, Ignite Dispensary offers a carefully curated selection of CBD products, Delta-8 treats, and relaxation essentials. Their knowledgeable staff can help you build a thoughtful, feel-good gift box with bath products, tinctures, or cozy branded apparel. It’s a modern, stress-relieving twist on the traditional stocking stuffer.

Seams Like Quilting

For the quilter, crafter, or creative in your life, Seams Like Quilting is a treasure trove. With high-quality fabrics, patterns, notions, and classes, it’s the perfect place to shop for colorful fat quarters or a gift certificate toward their next project. Handmade gifts start here — or, you might just inspire someone to start a new hobby this winter.

AAA Sports Shop

Give the gift of adventure! AAA Sports Shop carries hunting and fishing gear, archery equipment, and outdoor apparel that will thrill any sportsman or woman. Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned hunter or a family who loves to fish, you’ll find gear and gadgets that make winter in the Northwoods even more fun.

Gift Cards & Chamber Bucks

One of the easiest and most flexible gifts is a gift card or Chamber Dollars: 

  • You can’t go wrong with Aloe and Jade or Clarity Wine Shop. Plants, candy, knick knacks or wine? Someone in your life is bound to love what these two stores have to offer.
  • The golf enthusiast in your life will have something to look forward to with a gift certificate for a round of golf at Spooner Golf Club.
  • Not sure where to go? Stop by the Spooner Chamber of Commerce for Chamber Dollars – valid at any of Spooner Chamber member establishments. 

Ladies Night Out & Holiday Shopping Events

One of the season’s highlights in Spooner is the Ladies Night Out — a community evening designed for fun, shopping, socializing, and specials from downtown shops. The 2025 event is on November 24

Plan an evening with friends or family: stroll through shops offering extended hours, sip festive refreshments, enjoy holiday window displays, and take advantage of special promotions. It’s a perfect way to combine shopping with a festive outing.

This holiday season, every purchase you make in Spooner is more than just a gift — it’s a nod to your neighbors, your hometown, and the character that makes our community unique. Shop local, shop thoughtfully, and enjoy the warm glow of giving with heart.

Happy holidays from the Spooner Chamber!