Clutter-Free Kokomo Christmas Gifts
By HEIDI PRUITT
The Kokomo Post Staff
During a time of year when gift-giving is tradition, practical gifts, experiences and activities are great options too! This year, enjoy giving the gift of memories with these local ideas!
For the Memory Maker - Give the gift of an experience they’ll never forget!
Gravity Trampoline Park Gift Card - For the kid, or kid at heart! Find more information here.
Fired Arts Studio Gift Card - For the artist in your life, give the gift of pottery painting with Fired Arts! Find more information by clicking here.
Jackrabbits, BobKats, or IU-Kokomo Season Passes - The sports enthusiast wants you to know there’s no such thing as too many sporting events. Give the gift of season passes to one of the many sports teams right here in Kokomo.
Airbnb or VRBO Gift Card - For someone who needs a night away (Did you know? There are more than 40 vacation rentals in Kokomo!) Find rentals by clicking here: Airbnb & VRBO.
SHAK Makerspace Class - For the creative in your life, give the gift of learning something new with a class at SHAK Makerspace! Visit their website for more information!
Sherrill Studios Class - For an aspiring artist who needs some instruction, take a painting class at Sherrill Studios! Call (765) 434-4064 or visit the studio’s Facebook page to schedule a class!
Spa Gift Card - Know someone in need of some relaxation? There are a ton of spa packages at salons all over Kokomo!
Dance, Gymnastics, or Clogging Class - Experience something new without the financial commitment. There are ton’s of options to get you up and moving!
Dog Grooming, Boarding, or Pet Sitting - For the dog lover in your life, give the gift of something practical!
Family Photo Session - Everyone needs updated family photos! Capture a moment in time with a family photo session from a local photographer.
Kokomo Civic Theater Tickets - The theater lover in your life would delight in tickets to the award-winning community shows! View shows here.
Kokomo Symphony Orchestra - Season tickets for the Kokomo Symphony Orchestra are affordable for any music lover! Purchase individual show or season tickets here.
Private Painting Party with B & B Creative Studio- Wine and canvas? Say less. Have a fun night-out painting with Solstice Art Gallery!
The Zone Sports and Event Complex - Laser tag, nerf wars, and so much more. The Zone has family-friendly activities that everyone will love. Visit their website by clicking here.
Classes at Kokomo Opalescent Glass Shop - Give the give of learning something new like at Kokomo Opalescent Glass! Choose from basic stained glass classes, bead or kaleidoscope making, and even glass blowing! Find their schedule of classes here.
ART and Nature Class - Give the creative kid in your life the opportunity to enjoy a workshop inspired by art and nature! Check out their workshops by clicking here.
Play Pass or Gift Card for Sweet Peas Play Cafe - Stay warm this winter and let the kids enjoy indoor play at Sweet Peas Play Cafe! Choose a play pass, for awesome savings, or a gift card, for one-time use! Click here to learn more.
Kokomo Family YMCA Membership - Whether it’s a gift certificate to swim lessons or a membership, the Kokomo Family YMCA has activities for the whole family to enjoy! Visit the Y’s website here for more information.
A Gift Certificate to Heritage Lanes - Get your bowling shoes and head over to Heritage Lanes for a game or two of bowling! While you're there, make sure to enjoy some awesome food from Roddy’s Pub. Check out their website here.
A Tattoo Gift Card - Tons of local tattoo and piercing shops in Kokomo have gift cards! Give the gift that’ll last a lifetime!
A Pass to Scanlines Arcade - There’s a new arcade in Kokomo! Spend some memorable time together in this nostalgic space.
Music or Art Lessons from Rhum Academy - For the artist in your life, music or art lessons is a great way to try something new!
A House Cleaning Gift Certificate - Give the gift of a clean home to that special someone this year!
Day/Summer Camp - There are a few local organizations that offer day and summer camps, including Wrangler and Friends and The YMCA!
Craft Night - Put together everything you’ll need for a stay-at-home craft night with kits from Joann Fabrics!
Buff City Soap Class - Buff City offers classes and workshops where you can be a master soap maker with instruction from Buff City’s employees! Stop by their store to learn more.
A Fitness Class or Membership - From Hot Yoga to Trapeze Yoga, gym membership and more, the active person in your life will love trying out something new.
State Park Pass - For the person who loves hiking and camping, give the gift of an annual entrance pass to 24 state parks throughout Indiana!
Plant Subscription Box - There’s a new plant shop coming downtown! Check out their monthly subscription boxes for a gift that keeps giving all year long! Click here to learn more.
Kokomo Speedway - Race to the Kokomo Speedway for a summer full of fast-paced fun!
Ax Throwing or Rage Room at Ax Kingz - You don’t have to travel far to experience the fun of ax throwing or getting your anger our in the rage room! Learn more here.
For the Foodie in your life - Give a gift card to one of these awesome Kokomo restaurants!
Marble The Steakhouse - Upscale dining in a casual downtown atmosphere. Visit the Facebook page here for hours and specials.
Half Moon Restaurant and Brewery - Freshly brewed beer with some of the best pub food in Kokomo! Find the menu here.
Taku Japanese Steakhouse - Japanese cuisine fresh from the teppanyaki grill, plus sushi and so much more! Find the menu here.
Lexi’s Drink Barn - Everyone’s go-to drink barn for a good fountain coke, a cup of coffee, or a quick snack! Check out Lexi’s daily specials by visiting its Facebook page.
Big Ben Coffee - A cozy environment for a cup of coffee with a friend or a light lunch! Click here for the menu!
Windmill Grill - The perfect spot for comfort food in Kokomo! Find hours and menu here!
The Foxes Trail - Steak and seafood? Say less. Check out the amazing food they have to offer by visiting their Facebook page here.
PASTAriffic - No matter if you’re in the mood for an Italian date night or a casual night at the pub, you don’t have to choose at PASTAriffic. Check out their Facebook page here.
Missy’s Family Restaurant - Comfort food for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Missy’s has you covered. See photos of their amazing food by checking out their Facebook page!
Yolandas Place - Soul food at its finest - don’t miss out on this delicious homemade food!
Tokyo Cuisine - Did someone say sushi? Check out their website!
Group Wine Tasting at Whyte Horse - Celebrate the holidays with your friends with a wine tasting from Whyte Horse Winery & Bistro!
Wolfes Smokehouse - Smoked meat and amazing sides for one of the best tasting meals in town!
Consumables - For the foodie who loves trying new things!
Cake, cupcakes, chocolates, and other treats from J. Edwards Fine Chocolates & Gourmet Cakes Check out their sweet treats here.
Gift sets, spices, rubs, hot sauces and so much more from Dr. Ashburn’s Pepper Emporium Find out more information on their hours and location here!
Gourmet popcorn, fudge, and other treats from Popcorn Cafe Check out their Facebook page by clicking here!
Locally grown produce and handmade baked goods from The Radish
Handmade ice cream and sweet treats from Sweet Retreat (gift certificates and to-go treats available) Find their flavors and hours here.
Desserts and treats from Tastefully Indiana.
Are you a practical gift giver? Check out these options!
Car wash coupons
Grocery store gift card
Gas gift card
Donating an animal to Heifer International in someone’s name - Heifer International works to end world hunger by providing livestock or agriculture and mentorship to those struggling in third-world countries. Find out more information here.