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<\/p>\nLast-Minute Local: Your Holiday Shopping Guide to get it done today!<\/p>\n
Published 12:00 am Wednesday, December 24, 2025<\/p>\n
Brought to you by Dennis Company Ace Long Beach<\/p>\n
It happens every year \u2014 December rushes by, and suddenly it\u2019s Christmas Eve. But for North Coast shoppers, last-minute doesn\u2019t have to mean last-resort. Local stores, grocers, floral and gift shops across Astoria, Warrenton, Seaside, Long Beach, and Ilwaco offer quick, personal, and thoughtful holiday solutions for even the busiest procrastinators.<\/p>\n
Gift Cards: The Easiest Local Gift of All
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Gift cards to local merchants keep revenue in town and give people a chance to enjoy something special after the holidays.<\/p>\n
Restaurants, bakeries, bookstores, and locally owned shops have become go-to sources for last-minute gift-giving.<\/p>\n
Gift cards are perfect because they support our small businesses and give someone a meal or experience to enjoy later. Many shops offer festive envelopes to make gift cards feel special.<\/p>\n
Popular options include:
\u2022 Local restaurants and caf\u00e9s
\u2022 Breweries, tap rooms and wine shops
\u2022 Boutiques, art galleries and floral shops
\u2022 Local experience-based cards (museums, classes, tours)<\/p>\n
\u2022Hardware, drug and other \u201ceverything\u201d stores with something for everyone<\/p>\n
Dennis Company Ace Long Beach is open until 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve and has a special on gift cards\u2013get a $10 Ace gift card when you buy a $50 Ace gift card.<\/p>\n
\u201cDennis Company Ace is more than a hardware store \u2014it\u2019s where customers find great gifts for everyone on their list, including the pets,\u201d said\u00a0Jose Hernandez Ortega, General Manager of Dennis Company in Long Beach. \u201cAnd when guests are on the way and something needs a quick fix, like a running toilet or a burnt out light bulb, we\u2019re here with the solutions that help your home feel ready and welcoming this holiday season.\u201d<\/p>\n
Ready-to-Go Gift Baskets & Local Flavors<\/p>\n
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A book from an independent bookseller is a lasting and thoughtful last minute gift.<\/p>\n
Coastal merchants assemble baskets that highlight the region\u2019s unique tastes \u2014 no assembly required.<\/p>\n
At\u00a0Port Hopper, you can pick up pre-made baskets or create your own.\u00a0\u201cLet us help you find something magical,\u201d invite Adrin and Eric, co-owners of Port Hopper.\u00a0 \u201cStop in on Christmas Eve to find the finishing touches to your gifting. We\u2019ll have a selection of pre-made gift baskets that you can easily customize, and new arrivals in the shop throughout the weekend leading up to the holiday.\u201d<\/p>\n
Find seasonal bundles from Long Beach\u2019s Beach House Teas at many local shops, including the Cranberry Museum.\u00a0 While you\u2019re there, pick up a basket full of festive and tasteful cranberry treats and novelties celebrating both the season and local agriculture.<\/p>\n
Stocking Stuffers With a Local Touch<\/p>\n
From hand-poured candles and artisan soaps to small-batch chocolates and quirky coastal ornaments, local shops are a treasure trove for last-minute stockings.<\/p>\n
Kids\u2019 favorites include:
\u2022 Mini puzzles, small notebooks and stickers from local bookstores
\u2022 Hot cocoa bombs, candy and novelties
\u2022 Seashell ornaments and beach-themed trinkets<\/p>\n
\u201cCome see us for last minute gifts for your favorite reader!\u201d says Lisa Reid, owner of Lucy\u2019s Books.<\/p>\n
Local Grocers, Wine Shops & Markets to the Rescue
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Bloomin\u2019 Crazy is open from 9am-5pm Christmas eve for beautiful last minute floral gifts<\/p>\n
Need something fast? Local grocers and\u00a0 have your back.<\/p>\n
Sid\u2019s Shop N\u2019Kart features locally made sauces, treats, and beverages, as well as stocking stuffers like lip balms, lotions and more.\u00a0 You can pick up specialty cheeses, chocolates and Washington and Oregon wines and beers to bring to your holiday celebrations, too.<\/p>\n
Your local market is usually open longer in the evening, making that truly last minute shopping possible.<\/p>\n
A Last-Minute Message for the Season<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re picking up a bottle of local wine, grabbing a coffee shop gift card, or filling a stocking with handmade treats, every dollar spent locally stays in the community.<\/p>\n
And last minute shopping locally can be fun! Chris Lamb, owner of the Lonely Crab in Astoria offers entertainment while you\u2019re wrapping up your shopping.<\/p>\n
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Chris Lamb, owner of Lonely Crab, plans a \u201cjolly party\u201d for Christmas Eve shoppers.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u201cWe will be open from 11-3 on Christmas Eve!\u201d exclaims Chris.\u00a0 \u201cI\u2019m going to have a 10% off storewide sale that day with drinks and snacks. And I\u2019ll be playing some of my own Christmas music. It will be a jolly party!\u201d<\/p>\n
Shopping locally keeps businesses thriving, events funded, and downtowns vibrant. Choosing local today helps ensure a strong and thriving North Coast in 2026 \u2014 and that\u2019s the best gift of all.<\/p>\n
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\u00a0Top 10 Local Last-Minute Gifts<\/p>\n
Perfect for Christmas Eve shoppers \u2014 quick, meaningful, and available right in your hometown.<\/p>\n
1. Local Restaurant Gift Cards<\/p>\n
Good for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a post-holiday treat.\u00a0\u00a0Always appreciated, never the wrong size.<\/p>\n
2. \u201cEverything Store\u201d Gift Cards<\/p>\n
Stocking-stuffers for everyone from local hardware, drug and variety stores.<\/p>\n
3. Locally Made Food and art Items<\/p>\n
Chocolates, jams, smoked seafood, honey, teas, or baked goods. A delicious way to support regional makers.<\/p>\n
4. Craft Beer, Wine, or Distillery Bundles<\/p>\n
Holiday ales, local ciders, and regional wines in ready-to-gift bags. Fast, festive, and crowd-pleasing.<\/p>\n
5. Ready-to-Go Gift Baskets<\/p>\n
Many local markets create pre-made baskets featuring regional foods and artisan goods like handcrafted soaps and candles using regional scents and ingredients.<\/p>\n
6. Galleries and boutique art gifts<\/p>\n
Small prints, pottery, ornaments, jewelry, woodcraft, or fiber items.\u00a0 One-of-a-kind gifts with community heart are the\u00a0perfect grab-and-go personal gift.<\/p>\n
7. Books from Local Bookstores<\/p>\n
Local history, regional authors, children\u2019s books, puzzles, or journals.\u00a0 Independent bookstores like Time Enough Books in Ilwaco always know what\u2019s popular, and can give you personal recommendations.<\/p>\n
According to co-owner William Ham,\u00a0 \u201cThere\u2019s something personal that our customers get from us that can\u2019t be replicated at the impersonal chains or, certainly, Amazon and their ilk.\u201d<\/p>\n
8. Floral arrangements and plants<\/p>\n
\u201cWho doesn\u2019t want to receive a gift of flowers? Or curated gifts from artists and small businesses?\u201d\u2013Mia Norlander\/owner Bloomin Crazy<\/p>\n
Fresh or preserved, flowers and plants are always welcome as a holiday present.<\/p>\n
9. Tickets or Experience Gifts<\/p>\n
Concerts, museums, classes, tours, workshops, or community events.\u00a0 Experiences create memories \u2014 and support local organizations.<\/p>\n
10. Swag from local Shops, Hotels, Restaurants<\/p>\n
Hats, socks, scarves, mugs, locally themed shirts and hoodies.\u00a0 Find locally branded swag at gift shops in hotels, museums, restaurants and in local stores to put a truly local stamp on your gift.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen Christmas sneaks up on you, we\u2019ve got you covered with gift cards and hoodies available at our drive-thru for the perfect last minute surprise or stocking stuffer! A-Town Coffee will be open until noon on Christmas Eve\u201d\u00a0Madison Burnett\/ manager at A-Town Coffee<\/p>\n
The Last-Minute Reminder<\/p>\n
Choosing a local gift \u2014 even at the eleventh hour \u2014 keeps your holiday dollars circulating in the community and helps ensure a vibrant 2026 for local businesses, nonprofits, and families.<\/p>\n
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