2020 Gift Guide

The Chicago Makers Pop-Up, The Hideout Holiday Sale and the Prery Holiday Market are three options for neighbors who want to shop directly from local artists and makers.

Buy from these local shops and retailers to support South Side businesses during hard times.

“We did not want to see holiday money go to Amazon or big box stores so we were trying to provide a convenient way for folks in the area to shop local."

Want to keep local businesses alive? Here's where to start.

"This holiday season, it’s more important than ever to shop local to help keep our neighborhood businesses that make West Town so special alive for years to come."

As you start your holiday shopping, consider supporting independent retailers and shops.

Plus, here's how you can support Far North Side theaters that have been hurt by the coronavirus pandemic.

“These businesses have gone out of their way to support us over many years ... Let’s try to support them during this time. I want to see them survive.”

Local businesses in Lakeview and Lincoln Park can fulfill all your holiday shopping needs for family, friends and even pets.

Shop local this holiday season at these West Side businesses.

Shops and entrepreneurs along the South Lakefront have taken hits from the coronavirus pandemic for months. Find out how you can support seven of them with this gift guide.

"Whatever you do, whether you're shopping with us or with someone else, just keep it local. It's what makes where you live interesting ... if you're not supporting [local businesses], they won't exist."

From artisanal imported goods from Mexico to a skateboard shop to minimalist jewelry, shops throughout Pilsen and Little Village offer possibilities for holiday shoppers.

From coffee beans to adorable baby onesies to games, West Loop's retail scene has several shops to find a gift for those on your list while supporting local businesses.