Gifts
For him, her, kids, teens, parents, grandparents and yes, the in-laws. Filter by local pickup, need-by date, price and public ratings.
Opens Nov. 1
BREAKING COMING 11.1
Christmas just got its own newsroom.
Gift ideas for everyone on your list, Black Friday deals in one place, and Christmas near you: tree lightings, church services and nights out. Free, like always.
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Opens Sunday, November 1 at 6:00 am Central
GET EARLY ACCESSHOLIDAY DESK●Gifts for everyone. Yes, even the in-laws.●Black Friday deals in one place●Need it by the 20th? Filter for that.●Tree lightings near you●Candlelight at 6. Nutcracker at 7.●Free, like always. No paywall.●Opens 11.1●
A peek at what's inside
Deals
Black Friday, Cyber Monday and holiday deals in one place: every deal we find, with the price, the store and when it ends.
Opens Nov. 1Near you
Tree lightings, Santa visits, light shows, parades and markets within 5 miles, or 50. Search by city or use your location.
Opens Nov. 1Church and nights out
Christmas Eve and candlelight services, the Nutcracker, galas, theater and date nights.
Opens Nov. 1Questions
What is the THIS! Holiday Guide?
The THIS! Holiday Guide is THIS! Newsroom's free holiday guide: gift ideas by person and interest, Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Christmas deals in one place, and Christmas events near you, from tree lightings and kids' activities to church services, ballet, theater and concerts.
When does the THIS! Holiday Guide open?
The full guide opens Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. Central. Until then this page counts down and you can sign up for early access.
Is it free?
Yes. Free, like always: no paywall and no account needed. Some gift and deal links earn THIS! Newsroom a commission at no extra cost to you, and they are marked.
Where do prices, ratings and events come from?
Every item shows where it came from and when we last checked it. Ratings are the public star rating and number of reviews on the source page, with a link to it. Prices and event times change, so confirm with the retailer or venue.
Can my church or venue add a Christmas event?
Yes. Use "Submit an event" on the Near you page. Our editors review every submission before it appears.