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Shop around Austin with the 2025 ATX Small Business Passport

Do your holiday shopping while you get to know a few of Austin’s small businesses, all while earning discounts and potential prizes.

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Try this new way to explore and shop all at once. | Photo by ATXtoday

Looking for a fun way to gamify your holiday shopping while keeping it local? The 2025 ATX Small Business Passport has you covered.

Here’s how it works: Visit as many of the 13 participating shops — where you can pick up your copy of the passport — as you can before Wednesday, Dec. 31. Each purchase you make earns you a stamp, plus community brownie points. Once you reach five, 10, and 12 stamps, you earn a discount at participating businesses of your choice to be redeemed in January 2026. Plus, the first 50 shoppers to fill their passport get a special goodie bag.

We’re here to make that even easier for you by sharing a gift idea from each of the shops to help get you started.

7th Street Candle Co. | This bubble concrete candle comes in a soothing jasmine sencha and citrus lavender scent, and when it’s burnt out, the concrete container and matching lid make beautiful decor.

BookWoman | Feed to local birds with one scone by gifting “The Which Way Tree” by local author Elizabeth Crook.

Three candles with scents called "cereal milk," "cactus flower," and "fruit salad" on a table. Each have elaborately themed decorations inside.

Stock up on adorable candles, handmade jewelry, and unique art pieces at Clover + Maven.

Photo courtesy Clover + Maven

Clover + Maven | Bring a little whimsy to your gift recipient with this moon phase suncatcher, which will flood the room with rainbows.

HarperSage | Gift the local fashionista in your life this “Homebody Jacket,” which is perfect for braving the colder months.

Honey Hill Market | This conversation-starting vase is perfect for folks who like bringing personality into their home.

Kindred Spirits | If you want your giftee to think of you whenever they’re relaxing at home, this quilt throw is the perfect way to stay on their mind.

Lemon Drop, a Children’s Shop | Keep the kids busy with this “indestructible” roadway play set.

Paper Place | Send a gentle nudge that you’d like to hear from your loved ones more by gifting them personalized stationery.

The interior of a gift shop filled with wooden tables, shelves, and clothing racks in Austin, Texas. Each structure is filled with gifts like candles, snacks, paper goods, clothing, and accessories.

Parker + Scott is a modern spin on a general store, featuring local goods and sustainable products.

Photo by Claire Malaby Photography

Parker + Scott | You can break out this “City Vibes” puzzle on Christmas Day for some holiday fun.

Pop Vintage | Items at this shop are one-of-a-kind — think of your visit as a treasure hunt for the best present to give your colorful loved ones.

Slow North | A monthly candle subscription is the gift that keeps on giving — literally.

Tanuki Games | Gift-giving is no game, unless you’re planning to put this “Exploding Kittens” game under the tree.

If these ideas don’t get the gears turning, check out one of these upcoming holiday markets or our small business guide.

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