The Best Colorado Gifts That Are Perfect for Christmas

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Looking for unique Colorado gifts and the best souvenir ideas that are on sale this year?

Coming up with gifts for family and friends can be a pain. But it doesn’t have to be, especially for those who live in Colorado.

In this guide we share some of our top local gifts that every Coloradoan will love in 2023.

These are gifts that are perfect for the family member with Colorado envy (can you blame them?).

They make creative gift ideas for the holidays and special events all year long whether it’s Prime Day, Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or a birthday.

1. Colorado “Homesick” Candle

With distinctive notes and scents of Colorado, this candle by Homesick will make you miss home a little less. 

Enjoy the scents of some of Colorado’s National Parks with spruce, cinnamon, fresh snow, sandalwood, cedarwood, and more.

This large 13.75 oz scented candle is hand poured in small batches and has an average burn time of 60-80 hours.

It even comes with a money-back guarantee for the first 30 days, no questions asked. That’s how much we know you’re going to love this candle!

It makes a great gift for anyone who wants to visit the beautiful state of Colorado. Or buy it for yourself when you’re missing home.

And for those long-distance friends who look back wistfully on their time in Colorado, there is no better souvenir gift.

Bring them back to the Centennial State than this Colorado Homesick Scented Candle.

2. Popcorn by Colorado Kernels

This gourmet popcorn by Colorado Kernels is handcrafted in the square state and comes in six delicious flavors. 

Enjoy the flavors of Chocolate, Kettle Corn, Cheddar Cheese, Salted Caramel, Buffalo Kick and more. 

Plus, each package comes inside a resealable plastic bag so you can enjoy and reuse it.

In addition, all six gourmet popcorn packages come in a heavy duty bucket that showcases the beautiful Colorado scenery.

This popcorn is gluten free and does not contain any high-fructose corn syrup so you can feel good about giving (or getting!) this gift.

3. Colorado Bucket List Adventure Guide

Explore more than 100 Colorado destinations with this Colorado Bucket List book. 

Start exploring Colorado today and learn about the best places to visit, how to get there, what to look for, and what to bring on your trip.

This adventure book has it all! Learn about weather conditions and the average cost of visiting each destination. 

Every chapter in the book details lesser-known facts about the area and shares local secrets you don’t want to miss.

Start your epic Colorado adventure and check out some of the must-see destinations in the state with the Colorado Bucket List guide.

6. Colorado State Chocolate Gift Set 

Everyone loves chocolate this time of year and this Colorado State Chocolate Set is the perfect gift.

Each box contains 9 square pieces of delicious chocolate all with popular photos from around Colorado. 

You’ll get pictures of Rocky Mountain National Park, Glenwood Canyon, Garden of the Gods, Mesa Verde National Park, Vail and more.

It even comes with magnets that you can put on your fridge to display the beautiful scenery once you’ve eaten the chocolate.

7. Colorado Tea Collection

Every tea lover deserves this beautifully decorated Colorado tea collection in 4 unique flavors. [May currently be out of stock.]

Taste the delights of Alpine Afternoon, Boulder Berry, Vail Breakfast, and Mile High flavors.

Each tea flavor has its own unique blend and taste with subtle notes of mountain grown teas from Colorado.

The boxes are individually packaged and come with 4 total boxes, making it a great stocking stuffer together or separately.

If this tea is currently out of stock, we recommend this Celestial Seasonings Holiday Tea variety pack!

Celestial Seasonings tea is made in Boulder and has been a Colorado-based company since it’s inception.

Combine this tea collection with any of the other gifts and souvenirs on this list for a complete Colorado flavor experience.

8. Denver Food Crawls book

If you’re a budding food lover, then you’ll love the Denver Food Crawls book from local blogger, Bre Patterson.

This comprehensive guide details an exciting culinary experience through Denver via food crawls!

The paperback book features the perfect night out to enjoy food, brews, and nightlife that Denver has to offer.

This book also makes a great souvenir for anyone visiting Colorado and wants a new way to experience the local food scene.

9. Bamboo Colorado Cutting Board

Colorado’s square-shaped state makes the perfect serving tray and cutting board gift. 

And this natural bamboo Colorado cutting board is a great conversational piece for a party tray or a wall display.

The laser-engraved artwork highlights some of the top mountain towns and attractions in Colorado. 

The cutting board measures 14-1/2″ x 10-3/4″ x 5/8″ and is perfect for any kitchen.

To preserve the artwork, the bamboo board can be flipped on the other side for a blank canvas that is knife-friendly. 

This Colorado cutting board is a thoughtful gift for a housewarming, wedding, or other special occasion.

And it seems that more than 200 people love this cutting board thanks to 5-star ratings!

10. Casual Colorful Colorado Socks

It’s no secret that Colorado is a colorful state, so why not celebrate it with these casual brightly-colored Colorado socks?

Made from 70% cotton these socks are durable and built to last. They’re perfect for all day wear and tear, or simply lounging around the house.

The material is super soft and lightweight while still being breathable on your feet all day long.

Available in multiple colors and sizes, these super comfy cotton socks fit most women.

Grab several pairs of these high-quality Colorado socks in different colors for yourself and a friend.

11. Colorado Gift Baskets

Colorado gift baskets can come in all shapes, sizes, and with lots of flavors. One of our favorites is this Gourmet Gift Basket from Bon Appetit.

It comes with a large assortment of snacks, tea, and sweets that is perfect as a gift or souvenir for any occasion. 

You’ll get meat, cheese, crackers, strudels, Lindor chocolates and more! Plus, it all comes in a rustic basket that’s a bonus item.

You can even send it with a personalized message to the gift recipient.

12. Denver CITYPASS

The Denver CityPASS is a great way to save money on tons of the Colorado adventures your family will love.

Buy a pass for each member of your family and you’ll get access to 7 different venues and fun activities across the state!

From the Denver Zoo to the aquarium, the Denver CityPASS will give you free admission the most popular venues in Denver over a 7-day period.

If you and your family love learning about Colorado history, visiting art museums, or botanic gardens, you’ve got to grab the Denver CityPASS.

13. LuminAID Solar Lanterns

LuminAID describes themselves as the Makers of Brilliant Things — and we have to say, we agree!

As seen on Shark Tank, LuminAID created an inflatable solar light that packs flat. These compact lights are ideal for anywhere that needs a little light.

Use it in a tent at a campsite, float it in a hot springs pool, or on the lake for a late-night skinny dip!

Brighten up the holidays for someone on your list with a packable solar lantern from LuminAID.

14. Epic Colorado Tours

We all know that experiences are worth more than simply buying things.

So why not share the gift of the perfect experience and making memories with these top Colorado Tours from TripAdvisor.

Buying a tour for someone takes the stress out of traveling, especially to some place new.

With TripAdvisor’s Viator, you can easily book guided tours to hundreds of places here in Colorado.

A private tour of the Denver Art museum? No problem. Hiking with a group in and out of Rocky Mountain National Park? Sign me up!

15. Colorado Tough Clothing

Colorado Tough takes their name to heart. This quality, local Colorado clothing company thinks that getting outside is more than a hobby, it’s a lifestyle.

Offering a wide selection of warm hoodies, cozy shirts and comfy hats that really inspire you to get outside.

Be adventurous and find what’s good for the body and even better for the soul.

We even had the chance to meet their CEO, Lee, at a local festival in the park this past summer.

16. Bolder Beans

Bolder Beans are made right here in Boulder, Colorado. And they truly are superb!

We like to keep a jar of these crunchy, pickled green beans on hand and eat them straight out of the jar.

Bolder Beans also offers other pickled vegetables and an award winning Bloody Mary mix.

As their owner says, good food always makes people smile.

If candles and a nice card won’t cut it for the people on your list, then grab a jar of Bolder Beans and spice up their holiday this year!

17. Sweet Almande Roasted Nuts

Colorado born and family operated, Sweet Almande’s roasted nuts are the perfect thing to satisfy your cravings, both sweet and salty!

These nuts are totally free of dairy, gluten, soy, and corn, but they are full of flavor and come in 30 flavors and counting.

Shop online to find the perfect flavor pecans, almonds, or cashews to stuff your family’s stockings with delightful flavor.

Give as a gift or keep as a souvenir for yourself.

We hope this Colorado gift guide gives you some great ideas for anytime of year, from friends to every member of your family.