Holiday shopping in Concord, NH
No matter what you celebrate, many of us are searching for the perfect gifts this holiday season to give to family and loved ones. Concord, NH is the perfect shopping destination to find unique items for everyone on your list! Wander the historic downtown, surrounded by the sounds of festive music and sparkling lights, and make your way through the wonderful variety of shops and boutiques that makes NH’s capital city so special.
Need inspiration? Intown Concord and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce are partnering once again to present Spread Joy, Shop Concord, an initiative that highlights local businesses and shares their stories. This campaign could be considered a “Concord-flavored spinoff” of the popular Small Business Saturday initiative, started by American Express in 2010. But Spread Joy, Shop Concord isn’t just about supporting the local economy, it’s an alternative to the online shopping trend that has significantly changed our relationship to the gift-giving experience. As this trend continues, many of us lose touch with the community members in our area who operate small businesses. Chatting with business owners, retail workers and fellow shoppers can be a key part of getting into the holiday spirit and hunting down the perfect gifts for loved ones.
Events:
The highlight of the Spread Joy, Shop Concord campaign is Midnight Merriment, happening on Friday, December 6, 2024. Mark your calendar to immerse yourself in festive cheer, holiday music, and exciting deals. New this year, the event kicks off with Parade of Lights down Main Street from 5:30-6 p.m.
Visit our events page on Facebook to see all kinds of seasonal concerts, craft fairs, parades, and much more.
Shopping:
Downtown Concord offers a wide variety of stores, so you can find the perfect gifts this season. Check out the Chamber’s Membership Directory, so you can plan your shopping trip.
Plus, weekends in downtown Concord will feature festive tunes playing on speakers throughout the historic shopping district. Read our blog for parking tips.
2024 Gift Tips:
Here’s our ideas for winning gifts this year! All of these items can be found in Concord, so make a day of it—grab a meal, warm up at a local cafe with a cup of hot cocoa, and spend this festive season in Concord’s capital city.
Best-selling books - Visit Gibson’s Bookstore to browse the newest releases, staff recommendations, and unique books from local authors. This bookstore even sells digital audiobooks!
Give an experience - Consider purchasing tickets to a show at Capitol Center for the Arts, a gift card to Concord Escape Room, or a class at Kimball Jenkins.
A sweet treat - You can’t go wrong with a trip to Granite State Candy Shoppe for handmade chocolate, nuts, or unique treats with personality!
Beer and wine - Visit Wine on Main or one of Concord’s three craft breweries (Concord Craft, Lithermans, and Feathered Friend) for gifts with spirit.
Outdoor gear - If you live in or visit NH, odds are that you love the outdoors! You can find all kinds of sporty goodies at Marathon Sports and S & W Sports.
One-of-a-kind gifts - Visit the Queerlective shop inside DIY Craft and Thrift or stop by Concord Handmade for unique finds created by local artists.
Learn more about Spread Joy, Shop Concord at concordnhchamber.com/spread-joy-shop-concord. Let’s spread our love of local businesses this holiday season!
Visit Concord NH is an initiative of the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce. This website and accompanying social media profiles showcase the best of NH’s Capital Region to travelers, new residents and long-time fans of Concord. Learn more about the Chamber at concordnhchamber.com.
Midnight Merriment, downtown Concord, NH
