We all know how stressful gift shopping can get during the holidays. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be! Wakefield and the surrounding towns are full of amazing local spots that make it super easy (and fun!) to find the perfect gifts — and you’ll be supporting our community at the same time.
Whether you're on the hunt for an experience gift your kids will never forget, a unique treasure from a local artist for a friend, or a gift card that tells a co-worker, "I thought of you," this guide has you covered.
Here are some of our favorite local gift ideas in the Wakefield area, including Lynnfield, Reading, Stoneham, Melrose, and North Reading:
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Shop Local Holiday Giveaways - December 13-24, 2024
As a THANK YOU for being part of the Macaroni KID Wakefield community and supporting our local communities, we have a fun holiday giveaway series taking place this month. We appreciate each of our sponsors below - and YOU!
How the Giveaways Work
- You must be a current subscriber to win. Sign up for Macaroni KID Wakefield HERE.
- Fill out the Google Entry Form HERE, which also has the Official Rules. You can enter daily, but you can only win one (1) prize.
- Follow both Macaroni KID Wakefield and the local business of the giveaway (see instagram.com/mackidwakefield for specific giveaway details, including bonus entry options).
- Each giveaway will be open for 2 weeks from being announced on Macaroni KID Wakefield's Instagram. This means giveaway entries will be accepted through January 7, 2025.
- Winners will be notified via email by January 10, 2025 with details on how to claim your prize. You will then have 24 hours to claim your prize. Winners will not be revealed on social media to avoid spam accounts reaching out.
- Questions? Reach out to mackidwakefield@macaronikid.com.
Locally-Owned Gifts and Experiences in the Wakefield Area
Let's make this a year that we buy all local! Each purchase from a Wakefield area business makes such a difference to local shop owners. Not sure what to get? A gift card to a local restaurant, boutique, or shop is always a great idea. Here are several businesses we love:
Indy Clover is a thrift/consignment store offering space for local sellers to rent and sell out of! They have new inventory every Saturday, so the shopping opportunities are endless. The store offers clothing, shoes, accessories, and more! By shopping with Indy Clover, you’re not only supporting the shop, but also local artisans making commissions on sales.
- Giveaway: $50 Gift Card to shop in-store at Indy Clover
- Gift Ideas: Give the gift of sustainability by either purchasing thrifted items from Indy Clover or giving a gift card for the recipient to shop themselves.
- Learn More: IndyClover.com and @indycloverwakefield on Instagram
The Gift Scouts is a gift concierge company based in Lynnfield, offering services to help individuals and businesses select and procure gifts for any occasion or event, at any budget. Their services assist those who may struggle with gifting, need a little guidance, or simply don’t have enough time - from gift baskets and hostess gifts, to goodie bags, customer prosecco bottles, and full-service gift shopping.
- Giveaway: Free Gifting Service of your choice ($50 value)! Choose between Signature, Just Ideas or Goodie Bag Services.
- Gift Ideas: Mini hostess gifts - “Merry Minis” - are available during the holiday season and start at $20. They also offer Custom Corks - personalized holiday wine or Prosecco bottles made by The Gift Scouts team, ranging from $15-$60.
- Learn More: TheGiftScouts.com and @thegiftscouts on Instagram
Fit4Mom North Shore offers stroller and mom-only fitness classes designed by moms, for moms! Wakefield area moms can enjoy Fit4Mom classes outdoors along Lake Quannapowitt, and there are lots of other locations to choose from north of Boston. They also offer play dates, moms’ nights out, free walk club, and more. Fit4Mom is a community where both new and seasoned moms share in and support each other's motherhood experiences.
- Giveaway: One month of FREE classes ($65 value)
- Gift Ideas: Class pack or membership
- Learn More: NorthShore.Fit4Mom.com or @fit4momnorthshore on Instagram
FIXXED is a first-of-its-kind recovery studio offering 20 minute bodywork techniques like dry needling and cupping, as well as 60 minute orthopedic PT and pelvic floor PT, to help you move and feel your best. They offer quick and effective hands-on services in a one-on-one setting performed by licensed physical therapists or athletic trainers.
- Giveaway: $49 gift card
- Gift Ideas: Gift cards (email kristina@fixxedstudios.com) - $49 = new client first service; $99 = start off a monthly membership; $69-89 = single session of cupping, stretching, dry needling, or graston. The Prenatal Starter Pack is great for new moms, and you can also shop FIXXED apparel.
- Learn More:
FixxedStudios.com or @fixxedstudios on Instagram
Roman Music Therapy Services’ Board-Certified Music Therapists use music to transform lives, overcoming challenges with communication, understanding or socialization in children and adults. With music as a bridge, they uncover an individual’s potential, creating new connections, providing successful interactions, and offering meaningful opportunities for growth.
- Giveaway: $50 gift certificate for Sprouting Melodies Classes
- Gift Ideas: Gift certificates for Sprouting Melodies Early Childhood Music classes or instruments that can be purchased at their center, including drums, ukuleles, shakers, and more.
- Learn More: RomanMusicTherapy.com or @romanmusictherapy on Instagram
Karen Tanso, board-certified pediatric physical therapist of Inchstones PT, specializes in pediatric physical therapy for infants and young children. With over 10 years of experience, she educates and empowers parents to support their children to meet motor milestones, breaking down milestones into inchstones through everyday play. Karen offers private, concierge therapy in your home, as well as developmental and infant massage classes at Stork Ready.
- Giveaway: $30 Amazon gift card
- Gift Ideas: Karen compiled a wonderful gift guide by age with lots of ideas!
- Learn More: Inchstonespt.org and on Instagram and Facebook
Creative Arts, located in Reading, teaches students of all ages and abilities to express their creativity through theater, music, and visual arts, fostering a community of belonging through equity, access, and inclusion.
- Giveaway: $25 gift certificate towards any art class, music lesson, or theater program
- Gift Ideas: Gift certificates towards any art class, music lesson, or theater program (contact director@weteachcreativearts.org), or you can gift a full week of art camp during February or April 2025 school vacation (full- or half-days available).
- Learn More: WeTeachCreativeArts.org and @creativeartsschool on Instagram
Glo is a state of the art tanning salon comprised of 4 private suites. Each suite offers modern décor, a spacious changing area and the latest in tanning technology. Glo offers an array of products and services that will help you achieve the golden glo you desire.
- Giveaway: $25 gift card
- Gift Ideas: Gift card toward any service—custom spray tanning, LED teeth whitening, or UV tanning.
- Learn More: Glo-Tan.com and @glo.salon on Instagram
Do you have a favorite locally-owned shop in the Wakefield area? Share their info with us at mackidwakefield@macaronikid.com.
Other Local Shopping in the Wakefield Area
- MarketStreet Lynnfield (so many stores to choose from!)
- Merry Lion (Wakefield)
- Zoo New England's Stone Zoo (Stoneham)
- Greater Boston Stage Co (Stoneham)
- Molly's Bookstore (Melrose)
- Whitelam Books (Reading)
Celebrate the amazing local businesses in Wakefield and its surrounding towns this holiday season by choosing to shop local as much as you can. We hope this guide helps you find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - and congrats in advance to our giveaway winners! Happy holidays from all of us at Macaroni KID Wakefield!
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