We believe the perfect holiday gift is personal, one-of-a-kind, and supports our community. Shopping local in Janesville has never been easier with the help from our 2021 Janesville Area Holiday Gift Guide!

With help from some of our jolliest local businesses, we have curated a list of must-have items from stores that make our community great. 

The fun doesn’t stop here! You can find all our local retailers in our shopping directory.


Food and Drink


Gray Brewing Company

The 12 Beers of Christmas ($75)

Countdown to the holidays with this locally-handmade advent calendar made of a beautiful wooden box filled with a variety of locally brewed beers.

The 12 Sodas of Christmas ($60)

Who said the fun has to be only those who imbibe? Enjoy a locally-handmade advent calendar made of a beautiful wooden box with a variety of locally handmade sodas.

Flannel Shirts Embroidered with Gray Brewing Company Logo ($45)

Get ready for Flannelfest 2022 with this red and black checkered flannel fit for the coolest outdoors people and cozy enthusiasts.

These items can be purchased at the Gray Brewing Company pop-up shop November 26-27 and December 4, 11, 18, and 23 at 2424 W. Court St., Janesville. 

Learn more: Holiday Pop Up Shop

Follow them: @GrayBrewingCo on Facebook and Instagram


Basics Co-Op 

Wisconsin Cheese and Sausage Box ($29.99)

Gift the taste of Wisconsin with this delicious box filled with Roth Gouda, Havarti, Wisconsin Meadows Grass-fed Summer Sausage, and assorted chocolates.

Wisconsin Sampler Cheese Box ($29.99)

This box is perfect for the person who likes a little bit of everything. It includes Springside Mild Cheddar, Colby, Monterey Jack, Krakow, assorted chocolates, and roasted salted mixed nuts.

Find these items online and in store at 1711 Lodge Dr, Janesville.

Learn more: https://www.basicshealth.com/

Follow them: @basicscoop on Facebook and Instagram


Timber Hill Winery

12 Wines of Christmas Box ($120)

This extra special advent calendar is filled with delicious locally-made wines of your choosing! Open each day for a new surprise

Find more great gifts at Timber Hill’s own holiday gift guide!

Buy these items online or in-store at 1223 Storrs Lake Road, Milton. 

Follow them: @timberhillwine on Facebook and Instagram.


Uniquely Local Gifts


Wisconsin Wagon Company

Tag-A-Long Wagon ($75)

Solid red oak wagon measuring 8″ x 16″ with 5.”  Ideal for the 1-5 year old children to load with favorite toys and move around the house or yard. Additional accessories include: stake sides, wine rack holder, and trailer sold separately.

Doll Bed ($55 single, $95 bunk bed)

These beds comfortably fit an 18” doll and are made out of red oak with a hardboard center. Single bed dimensions: 21” long, 12” wide, 11” high. The bed can also be purchased as a bunk bed.

Rocking Horse ($295)

Gift a child in your life this whimsical and nostalgic toy. The horse is solid red oak with a leather harness and seat. Seat, tail and mane colors may vary.

Shop these gifts and more online or in-store at 300 N. River St., Janesville.

Follow them: @WisconsinWagon on Facebook 


Sterling silver rings ($15-20)

Surprise your favorite vintage-fashion lovers with sterling silver rings of all different size, cut, color, and shape! Perfect for putting together the ultimate eclectic aesthetic. 

Fenton glassware ($2-$225)

Whether you’re a collector or a lover of vintage decor, the racks of colorful Fenton glassware has everything you could ever dream of. 

Carousel cash (increments of $5, $10, $20 and up)

Give your loved ones the gift of searching for the perfect treasure from Carousel’s ever-changing collection of goods.

You can find these items in-store at 31 S. Main St., Janesville.

Follow them on Facebook. 


Janesville Jets 

Gray Skate Lace Hoodie ($45)

Go #WheelsUp this holiday season while sporting this Janesville Jets hockey lace hoodie. 

Puff Ball Beanie ($20)

This beanie is perfect for staying warm while watching the Jets play at the Janesville Ice Arena, or while strolling around Town Square.

You can find these items online.

Follow them: @janesvillejets on Facebook and Instagram


Mystic Moraine Minerals

Artisanal jewelry ($5-$300)

Support local artists and look good doing it with beautiful handcrafted jewelry. 

Crystals and minerals ($5-$1,800)

Put a huge smile on your favorite geology-lover’s face with crystals and minerals of all color, shapes, and sizes.

Fossils ($5-$600)

The history buff on your shopping list will be absolutely thrilled to receive one of these beautifully preserved pieces of history.

These items can be purchased in store at 500 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville

Follow them: @mysticmoraine on Facebook and Instagram.


For more information about Janesville, Wisconsin’s Great Outside, give us a call at (800) 487-2757. Our staff is happy to assist you!

Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

Date Posted | November 19, 2021