Holiday Gift Guide - 2025 Edition 🎁

This holiday season, skip the big-box stores and discover the charm, creativity, and community spirit when you shop local. Here's your roundup of retail shopping in Downtown Tempe for the 2025 season.

GIFT IDEA SPOTLIGHT

Here are a few fan-favorite gifts to consider this year.

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Custom Hat Bar Experience

Top off their holiday look with a one-of-a-kind creation! From patches to feathers, build a custom hat that’s pure personality — Tempe style. Available at Last Rodeo.

Custom Tank or Tee

Create your own custom tee or tank at Knee Deep Tempe. Choose from a large assortment of designs or choose one that fits your mood. Available at Knee Deep Tempe

Custom Candle Experience

Light up their creativity with a custom candle-making experience. Choose scents, pour, personalize. Available at Candle Chemistry.

For the die-hard Sun Devil on your list. Find the freshest ASU gear and show your maroon & gold pride in style. Available at Cactus Sports.

Arizona Scented Candles

Bring the desert home with candles that smell like sunshine, saguaro, and adventure. Available at Candle Chemistry.

Local Art for the AZ Enthusiast

From cactus ornaments to canvas totes, these Arizona-inspired treasures are made for those who love the desert vibe. Available at the Hackett House.

Tempe Handmade Goods

Give a gift that tells a story. Handmade with heart by local artisans, these pieces are uniquely Tempe. Available at the Hackett House.

Custom Fragrance

Give the experience of a custom scent! Create your own custom scent as a perfume, lotion, body wash or more. Available at Lotions & Potions.

Pair of Birkenstocks to Match the Mood

Step into the season in comfort and style. Whether classic or trendy, Birkenstocks are the ultimate everyday luxury. Available at the Shoe Mill.

A Personalized keepsake

Make something magical! Tuft, pour, and charm your way through a one-of-a-kind creative session. A perfect gift for the maker, dreamer, or date-night duo in your life.

Handcrafted Cowboy Boots

Pick up a pair of handcrafted, leather cowboy boots from Last Rodeo on Mill. Choose from a wide range of colors and decals, plus you can customize with branding in the store.

Fleece Zip Up Jacket

New this season! Check out a wide range of fleece zip-up jackets from Urban Outfitters. You can also grab a sweater, a pair of denim or accessories to match any style!

For the Plant Lover

Pick up a house plant (or two), accessorize with a pot or other decals. The Plant Mill is home to tons of accessories, unique one-of-a-kind accessories and gifts for all interests.

Shopping Directory

Explore our retailers in Downtown Tempe

LAST RODEO HAT BAR & BOOTERY

Cowboy hats, boots, hat bar, accessories

Plants, locally made artisanal goods, gifts, ceramics

ASU gear, Alumni gifts, Sports Apparel, Accessories

METHOD WELLNESS

IV therapy, aesthetic injectables, advanced laser treatments, skincare products

Tops, denim, dresses, jewelry, accessories, boots, slippers

DAZEY AESTHETIC

Brows, lashes, piercings, permanent jewelry, skincare products

KNEE DEEP TEMPE

Custom tees & tanks, ASU tailgate, swimwear, festival wear

Arts & Crafts, DIY rug tufting, pouring, decoden art

ASU FAN OUTFITTERS

Sun Devil Jerseys, T-Shirts, Tailgate Gear, Apparel, Accessories

LOTIONS & POTIONS

Custom Scents, unique gifts, jewelry, AZ inspired

URBAN OUTFITTERS

ASU inspired, Accessories, Denim, Tops, Dorm Essentials, Jewelry

CANDLE CHEMISTRY

Custom scents, candles, bath salts, experiences, fragrances

Anime & Game Figures, Kuji & Official Merch

MILLIE'S BOUTIQUE (HACKETT HOUSE)

Unique Gifts, Holiday Decor, Local Art, One-of-a-kind creations

Birkenstocks, sandals, shoes, boots, handbags, socks, apparel

Buy, Sell, Trade - Vintage, Accessories, sneakers, clothing

THE HENNA SHOPPE

Gifts, Apparel, Jewelry, Zen, Wall Decor

Rave wear, hats, accessories, wigs, glasses, pants, dresses

YUCATECAN IMPORTS

Unique gifts, apparel, home goods from around the world

HIGH MAINTENANCE

Best in name-brand glass: Mothership Glass, Toro, Illadelph, PuffCo & more.