By Molly Given<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s most memorable gifts aren\u2019t things\u2014they\u2019re Philly experiences crafted by the city\u2019s creators, venues, and small businesses.<\/p>\n
Do215 MORE<\/strong><\/p>\n Why not give the gift of multiple Philly<\/a> experiences? As a release notes, the Do215 MORE membership includes 12 months of free monthly tickets to Philadelphia concerts, comedy shows, cultural events, festivals, and more; personal recommendations based on the member\u2019s interests; access to events; and the ability to claim, transfer, or release tickets each month. The membership is usually $7 a month or $84 a year, but this holiday season, the whole package is just $50 until Dec. 17.<\/p>\n do215.com<\/a><\/p>\n Libertee Grounds<\/strong><\/p>\n For the (mini) golf enthusiast in your life, Libertee Grounds offers a lifetime membership for $99 per year, which boasts unlimited mini\u2013golf access and exclusive merchandise. Locals can reserve the promotion online.<\/p>\n 1600 W Girard Ave Suite C5, liberteegrounds.com<\/a><\/p>\n Bird Gang Spirits<\/strong><\/p>\n Bird Gang Spirits is launching its limited-edition Artist Series bottles for the holiday season, with custom label art by local creatives\u2014and Philadelphians also have the chance to get theirs personally signed by the artists themselves.<\/p>\n Jordan Spector (@spector_art) and Paul Carpenter (@paulcarpenterart) will be onsite at BOTLD Rittenhouse to meet fans and sign bottles of Bird Gang American Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Bird Gang Vodka on Saturday, Nov. 29 (noon to 1:30 p.m.) and Dec. 6 (noon to 1:30 p.m.). Attendees will also receive exclusive signed posters while supplies last on both dates.<\/p>\n 119 S 18th St., botld.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Clay Studio<\/strong><\/p>\n The Clay Studio offers an abundant amount of choices for those looking to score some local creations. Highlights include pots from Rich Brown, salt-fired floral pots from Terry Plasket, handcrafted LOVE tiles from artist Nitza Walesca and more. A full list of offerings (various prices) can be found online. Online orders should be placed by Dec. 13 for the best chance of arrival before Christmas Day. Gift cards are also available to purchase in person or online.<\/p>\n 1425 N American St., theclaystudio.org<\/a><\/p>\n En Route Marketing x The Philadelphia Theater Company<\/strong><\/p>\n The Philadelphia Theater Company\u2019s \u201cSupport Philly<\/a> Theater\u201d collection, produced in collaboration with En Route Marketing, is currently on sale for $25. Locals can get their hands on designs that read \u201cIt\u2019s Always Showtime in Philadelphia,\u201d \u201cI Love Philly Theater,\u201d and \u201cPhilly Theater Kid,\u201d all of which will go to help support artists, crews, and storytellers who bring performances to life across the city.<\/p>\n supportphillytheater.com<\/a><\/p>\n My Local Brew Works<\/strong><\/p>\n For the beer lover in your life, My Local Brew Works is offering their Custom Craft Brewing Package. According to a release, recipients of the package have the ability to join the MLBW team in the brewery to brew their own custom beer with full creative control of its style, hops, recipe, name, and more. Each recipient can also take home bottles of their favorite restaurant\u2019s brew and purchase extras, which are featured on beer lists at Bolo, Butcher Bar, and Monk\u2019s Caf\u00e9. The experience also features lunch, beer samples, branded gifts and more.<\/p>\n 4500 Worth St. Ste J2, mylocalbrewworks.com<\/a><\/p>\n Reading Terminal Market<\/strong><\/p>\n RTM is set to be a one-stop shop this holiday season with a large number of vendors posting up. The venue is also collaborating with local artists like Fabiola Lara, known for her viral mini-prints, and illustrator Sean Rynkewicz (aka \u201cRed Sean\u201d), to create unique holiday gifts this season.<\/p>\n 1136 Arch St., readingterminalmarket.org<\/a><\/p>\n Pennsylvania Horticultural Society<\/strong><\/p>\n Flower fans are in luck, the PHS is currently offering a special on tickets (starting at $20) to the 2026 Philadelphia Flower Show, dubbed ‘Rooted: Origins of American Gardening.’ That includes the new Any-Day Flex Pass: This fresh option features a one-time admission ticket that can be used on any day of the show, weekday or weekend. To benefit from special discounts this holiday season, Philadelphians just have to visit the PHS Flower Show website and sign up for email updates.<\/p>\n join.phsonline.org<\/a><\/p>\n Art in the Age<\/strong><\/p>\n For those interested in mixology or just some spirited sips, Art in the Age offers a variety of choices when looking for a local holiday gift. Options span the Siege of Wolves Spiced Rum, Dunce Bourbon Whiskey, Graverobber Unholy Rye Whiskey, and the Old Baldy Spiced Apple Whiskey, which the venue says are all perfect for mixing up some spirited creations.<\/p>\n artintheage.com<\/a><\/p>\n McGillin\u2019s<\/strong><\/p>\n A new read dubbed \u2018Cheers to McGillin\u2019s: Philly\u2019s Oldest Tavern\u2019\u00a0 recently came out, and holds tales about the bar\u2019s history, romances, ghosts, celebrities and survival through wars, a fire, and even Prohibition. As a release notes, the book\u00a0 ($29.95) includes historic photos, food and cocktail recipes and a forward by Ed Rendell. Copies can be purchased online.\u00a0<\/p>\n