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Celebrate the season of giving with the Dawson City Holiday Gift Guide, your ultimate resource for finding unique holiday gifts and unforgettable experiences inspired by the heart of the Klondike. Whether you’re looking for handcrafted treasures, locally made treats, or distinctive adventures that capture the magic of Dawson City, this guide has you covered. From cozy keepsakes to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, discover the perfect way to spread cheer and share the spirit of Dawson this holiday season!

Give your adventurer memories that will last a lifetime! Whether soaring on a scenic flight with Peel Wilderness Aviation, dashing through the snow in a dogsled with Klondike Kennels, or embarking on a snowmobile tour with Fishwheel Charters, gifting experiences will give them something to look forward to as well as something to fondly look back on. If you’re looking to gift a wrapped present, the novel Indomitable 1: The Lost Wolf by Kathryn Couture (The High North) is sure to inspire adventures and Bear Power Salve by Ancient Voices (The High North) will heal and protect them along the way.  Find other local outdoorsy items like handsome leather keychains by Civil Twilight Leather, cozy knitted hats and mittens by Anna Claxton, or SKOOKUMbrand parkas (Dawson Trading Post) that will outfit them on all their future journeys.

Have a trendsetter in your life? Inspire their stylish ways with truly unique treasures from some of the Klondike’s incredible artisans! With cascading beaded earrings by Tamika Knutson and Rebel Beads (The High North), sparkling silver clay creations by Owl Eye Designs, fun and colourful accessories by Klondike Hobby Crafts, elegantly minimalist gold jewellery from Nugget Designs by Eva (The High North), attractive leather wallets by Bourque Canada (The High North), or chic black leather totes from Civil Twilight Leather, there’s something precious to be found for every fashionista.

For the giftee who feels more comfortable at home, help to embellish their space with some of these locally handmade housewares. Spruce up their sink situation with eye-catching gemstone soap from Lunar Lixirs (Hair Cabaret), adorn their walls with expertly forged hooks by Jake Armstrong, or garnish their table with a dazzling glass bowl by Joanne Van Nostrand (The High North) and linen napkins by Hillside Studio. Make their rooms more ambient with hand-poured candles from 37 Acre Ranch (True North Collective) or save their tables from water rings with wood and epoxy coasters from RF Creations (True North Collective). You could even place a special photograph in a one-of-a-kind mosaic frame by Kim Edgar. At the end of a long day, they’re sure to feel cozy as can be sipping out of a gorgeous Philomène CL ceramic mug!

We’re so lucky to find ourselves surrounded by the natural world in Dawson City and our local creatives surely feel the same! Discover woodland-inspired glass items like mushroom ornaments by Riley Brennan (The High North) and decorative frogs by Joanne Van Nostrand (The High North). Fill their home with florals by encouraging them to arrange bouquets in an artful vase by ceramicist Philomène CL! Botanicals can be worn on jackets and backpacks with Jahier Studio‘s lovely enamel pins and field notes can be recorded in their beautifully handbound books. If they don’t get out into nature as often as they’d like, remind them of organic magic with Forest Wander roll-on from Creams of the Forest (Dancing Moose). For a most memorable nighttime outing, take them on an Aurora Borealis viewing with The Klondike Experience! Afterward, let your giftee warm up with a scrumptious woodsy treat: chaga chocolate latte from Rockpile Remedies.

Give the gift of relaxation this festive season! Dawson City can be a superbly peaceful retreat so it’s no wonder we have such great local creators exploring the world of wellness. Lift spirits with tinctures and balms by Ancient Voices (The High North), restore energy with clearing mists and aromatherapy rollers by Lunar Lixirs (Hair Cabaret), encourage balanced nutrition with natural products from Rockpile Remedies, offer tranquility with Creams of the Forest‘s bathing salts (Dancing Moose), and gift a reflective tarot reading with cards by Joey O’Neil (The High North). If you really want to spoil your giftee with serenity, give them a voucher from Yukon Spa for a luxurious day of pampering!

Treat their tastebuds this winter with some local delicacies!  Honey from Rockpile Remedies, coffee from Black Spruce Coffee Co., and birch syrup from Uncle Berwyn would be a flavourful addition to any kitchen.  For recipe collectors, Pioneer Women of the Yukon Cookbook (Maximillian’s) or The Boreal Herbal (Dawson Trading Post) will give them some scrumptious northern inspiration. For the passionate chef, upgrade their preparation skills with an ulu knife (Dawson Trading Post). If they rarely get a night on the town, spice up their life with a gift certificate to one of Dawson’s fantastic restaurants!

Since Dawson City is known for its vibrant arts scene, this is a wonderful opportunity to support the arts while finding a completely unique gift! For literary lovers, be sure to check out Lulu Keating’s Splinter & Shard (Maximillian’s). Beautiful comic The Northern Gaze, as well as zines by Dawson artists Sally DeMerchant and Amy Ball, can be found through publisher Hecate Press. If your giftee has wall space they’re looking to fill with imagery of the natural world, elegant animal illustrations by Rebekah Miller (Dancing Moose) or whimsical paintings by Natasha Henderson would make for stunning presents. For the quirkier giftee, Elise’s Oddities offers curious ceramics and jewellery (The High North). If live performances are more their thing, take advantage of the holiday presale from the Dawson City Music Festival (on until January 4th) and give the gift of musical memories with 2026 passes!

If you have a crafty person in your life, inspire their next project with a craft-inspired gift!  Sewing kits will be available at Dawson City craft markets this holiday season from artists Kim Edgar and Sally DeMerchant, and DeMerchant‘s How to Thread a Needle zine would make for a perfect stocking stuffer! If your giftee is moved by beadwork, help to embellish a room in their home with a gorgeous print by Bronwyn Butterfield. Any knitter or crocheter would be thrilled to receive the naturally-dyed yarn from Black Mask Greetings (Dawson Trading Post). For those interested in workshops, craft markets, and gallery opportunities, a membership with KIAC would certainly come in handy!

Whether your giftee is a Dawson City local or simply someone who’s Klondike curious, their perfect souvenir may just be Dawson-themed! Local lore can be gifted within the poetry of The Pit by Tara Borin (Maxmiliian’s). Prints of painted Dawson City scenes by Karen Thomas (Dancing Moose) and iconic Klondike landmark photography by Lauren Groundwater (The High North) perfectly capture the essence of the area. For those interested in life across river, be sure to check out Dan Brown Hozjan’s West Dawson offerings like his “West Cider” magnet (The High North). If they’re far away and want to stay in the loop with Yukoner news, a year-long paper subscription with The Klondike Sun will mail stories from our community to anywhere in the world! Stocking stuffer keepsakes like Dawson City patches (Dancing Moose & Maxmilllian’s) and fireweed seeds (Maxmilllian’s) will tenderly remind them of this special place. For a bit of local luxury, you could surprise your giftee with a staycation at an iconic Dawson City hotel!

If you’re searching for the perfect present for the wee ones, there are plenty of discoveries to be made in Dawson!  Be sure to check out the amazing wooden trucks, trains, and boats made by Tom Harvey (The High North). For a classic Klondike souvenir, youngsters can have a blast learning actual mining techniques with gold panning kits from Dawson Trading Post! For the creative kid, look no further than the bountiful selection of art and craft supplies at Maximillian’s, and while you’re there, peruse the vast library of northern children’s books and games. For animal lovers, give them the most adorable memory with a sled dog meet and greet from Klondike Kennels!

Furry friends are absolutely at the heart of this town, so we naturally have to treat our sidekicks during the holidays! Delightful pet snacks can be found at KlondikePup, Dawson Hardware, Dawson City General Store, Bonanza Market, and Dominion Gas Station. Festive offerings like paw-shaped stockings and healing paw balm are available at KlondikePup and handsomely engraved tags can be customized at Dawson Hardware! For the adventuresome dog, swing by Dawson Trading Post for dogsled harnesses and booties. For pet parents, allow their pride and joy to be an artistic muse and commission a one-of-a-kind pet portrait from local artists Lexie Braden and Kim Edgar!

This is only a sample of all the great gifts Dawson City has to offer! Check out our full listings of shops, restaurants, and hotels for your holiday gift-giving inspiration.