If you’re not fighting crowds for TVs or waiting in line for discounted air fryers, this weekend is the perfect time to support the people who actually live here. El Paso is filled with artists, collectors, book lovers, gamers, crafters, and creative families running shops where your dollars actually matter. Whether you’re hunting for nostalgic gifts, handmade treasures, or something cool you won’t find at a big-box store, here’s a proud to be local list of places ready for you this Black Friday weekend.
Perfect for El Paso themed gifts, tees, stickers, mugs, jewelry, and artist made merch. If you want something that feels like home, this is your spot.
Local, independent, and beautifully curated. Brave Books is heaven for readers, writers, and anyone who wants to gift something thoughtful, they also carry lots of banned books. From new releases to niche finds to local authors, this is your anti Amazon book option.
A cozy local gaming hub for PC gamers. Gift someone gaming time, a snack filled hangout session, a custom 3D printed gift, or grab accessories without supporting the mega corps. Johnny Silverhand would be proud.
For the movie buffs, vinyl lovers, and collectors hunting for classics, rare finds, and everything in between. A perfect swap for Best Buy runs.
Comics, collectibles, figures, and nerdy treasures. The vibe is 100 percent local and the stock is always changing.
Retro consoles, classic cartridges, rare titles, and gaming memorabilia. The perfect alternative to big retail game aisles.
Not just a pawn shop. An iconic El Paso curiosity stop. Great for unique finds, jewelry with character, and off beat gifts you didn’t know you needed.
Stop in for a beer and check out their rotating local vendor pop ups and merch. A great place to shop and chill, and get the beer lover in your life a 6 pack of some craft brews.
Fun, Funky, Fab Vintage Thrift Shop
Right above Old Sheepdog Brewery, check out this incredible selection of high fashion vintage clothes, furniture, and so much more.
Screen printed apparel, posters, and local artist collaborations. Unique, artsy gifts you won’t find on Amazon.
Support Local, Support El Paso
You don’t have to buy into the chaos of Black Friday to find something meaningful. El Paso has everything from books to fashion to retro games to handmade treasures. All from people who live and work right here. So skip the corporate giants this weekend. Put your money where your heart is and gift something local, memorable, and uniquely El Paso.
The Geeks Guide To El Paso: All Star Comics & Toys
All Star Comics & Toys in Central El Paso is a staple of the geek community! Here for almost 40 years, this is a must visit for any vintage toy and comic collector in the Sun City!
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Monteleones Back Alley Stakehouse And Dinner Theater in El Paso!
Gary Monteleone runs a series of themed restaurants here in El Paso and one of them offers an amazing murder mystery dinner theater experience where the audience gets to participate by investigating clues left by the cast, guessing who the killer was, and enjoying a pretty decent meal!
Gallery Credit: Grizz
The Falstaff Art Space
A beautiful art space in Central El Paso filled with local collaboration and tons of cultural and community events!
Gallery Credit: Grizz