Treat your loved ones to fun, cozy, and personalized picks this holiday gifting season. | Graphic by 6AM City
What do a literary quote clock, three pounds of salt, and a duck lamp have in common? They’re all in our holiday gift guide. Happy shopping.
Gifts for holiday parties and gift exchanges
Local pick:Louisville playing cards by Bri Bowers | $20 | This local artist has a deck of cards decked out with Derby City royalty, including Hunter S. Thompson and Jack Harlow.
Monopoly Deal | $7.99 | This fun + family-friendly gift is a fast-paced version of the classic board game.
Three pounds of really good salt | $49.95 | This one is sure to get some strange looks, but its silliness and sheer practicality might make it the most memorable gift at the party.
Local pick:Beyond the Barrel walking tour | $159+ | Give the gift of an experience with this tour, which pairs whiskey with local food delicacies.
Olive oil mister | $9.99 | A handy gift they can use to turn oil into a fine mist or a steady drizzle.
Towel warmer | $150.99 | The only thing better than a warm shower is emerging from said shower with a fresh, hot towel.
Gifts for book lovers
Literary quote clock | $209 | Why tell time the normal way when you could use 13,000 curated literary quotes?
Local pick:Louisville Library Foundation donation | Any amount | Donate in the name of your loved one to help spread literacy to all here in Louisville.
According to Zillow, the average home value in Louisville is $252,502. Not quite mansion money, but in that price range you can get this perfectly charming home in Cherokee Triangle.
History
On Dec. 1, 1970, Louisville recorded its all-time highest temperature for that day. It was 70°, a warm surprise for the start of winter. On the flip side, learn about the history of snow in Louisville.
Kids
$20,758. That’s the annual cost of raising a child in Kentucky in 2025, according to new data from Visual Capitalist. But when it comes to family fun, the best things in life are still free — including some of these kid-friendly ideas.
Gallery
If you’re in the middle of the holiday shopping hustle, we invite you to take a gander at these department stores that used to be in Louisville. Psst — don’t miss the memories in the comments section.
Transit
Amtrak is having a good year — passenger trips are up by 5%. Last we heard, the proposed service from Louisville to Indianapolis had finished its first phase. Next up? Determining cost, market demand, and train speed. (WAVE3)
Asked
Calling all Blaklees. According to a recent study, five out of 176 Americans named Blaklee (2014-2024) were born in Kentucky. Is that you? Write in. (WBBJ)
Community
Do you need hiring help? We’ve got your back. Post your open roles on our Job Board + get connected with local candidates in no time. Pssst — did we mention it’s free?
At 68,000 pounds, the Big Bat at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory is the world’s largest baseball bat.
| Photo Courtesy of Louisville Tourism
Kids home for the holidays? Grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins in town? These four kid-friendly activities are the perfect way to get the kids out of the house.
Exhibits include the award-winning Glacier Run with polar and grizzly bears, and a HerpAquarium that’s jam-packed with rad reptiles and bewitching bats. The zoo has plenty of little ones of its own, with several baby animals born there this year.
This affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution is filled with interactive and immersive exhibits that bring the Bluegrass State to life.
Kentucky Science Center
This downtown destination boasts movie showings on a four-story screen, traveling exhibits, and other special events.
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Batter up. Both a museum and factory, families will enjoy tours of the facility, which showcases the story of Louisville Slugger baseball bats.
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