Not Just Roses and Chocolates: 16 Standout Valentine's Day Gifts in Downtown Kingston
By Sierra Saikaley
Valentine's Day is almost here, and if you're still searching for that extra something for your special someone, don't worry! We've got you covered with a list of creative gift ideas that go beyond the traditional flowers and chocolates.
Bonus! All these gifts are under $50 so you can show your loved one you care without breaking the bank!
1. Throw Throw Burrito Card Game | Minotaur Games and Gifts
This fast paced dodgeball card game lets you collect cards, play your hand, and best of all, throw squishy burritos at your favorite person.
Find it at 78 Princess St.
2. Pride & Prejudice Puzzle Set | Send in the Clowns
Piece together Jane Austen’s timeless romance, perfect for cozy date nights that will have you swooning. A delightful gift for book lovers and hopeless romantics!
Find it at 120 Princess St.
3. Two Peas in a Pod Salt & Pepper Shaker | Cooke’s Essentials
A charming Valentine’s gift for the perfect pair! This salt and pepper shaker set is a sweet reminder that you and your love just belong together.
Find it at 57 Brock St.
1. Throw Throw Burrito Card Game | Minotaur Games and Gifts
This fast paced dodgeball card game lets you collect cards, play your hand, and best of all, throw squishy burritos at your favorite person.
Find it at 78 Princess St.
2. Pride & Prejudice Puzzle Set | Send in the Clowns
Piece together Jane Austen’s timeless romance, perfect for cozy date nights that will have you swooning. A delightful gift for book lovers and hopeless romantics!
Find it at 120 Princess St.
3. Two Peas in a Pod Salt & Pepper Shaker | Cooke’s Essentials
A charming Valentine’s gift for the perfect pair! This salt and pepper shaker set is a sweet reminder that you and your love just belong together.
Find it at 57 Brock St.
4. Bubble Bath| The Keep Refillery
This luxurious, eco-friendly treat offers a spa-like experience while supporting a sustainable, refillable lifestyle. A thoughtful Valentine’s gift that pampers both your loved one and the planet!
Find it at 206 Princess St.
5. The Princess Bride Cookbook| Kingston Gaming Nexus
Filled with recipes inspired by the classic tale, it’s the perfect Valentine’s gift for cooks who adore romance, adventure, and delicious meals shared with their true love!
Find it at 270 Bagot St.
6. Alpaca Scarf| Tribal Voices
Give the gift of warmth and love with a luxurious Alpaca Scarf from Tribal Voices. Soft, cozy, beautifully crafted and colourful, it’s the perfect way to show you care!
Find it at 117 Princess St.
4. Bubble Bath| The Keep Refillery
This luxurious, eco-friendly treat offers a spa-like experience while supporting a sustainable, refillable lifestyle. A thoughtful Valentine’s gift that pampers both your loved one and the planet!
Find it at 206 Princess St.
5. The Princess Bride Cookbook| Kingston Gaming Nexus
Filled with recipes inspired by the classic tale, it’s the perfect Valentine’s gift for cooks who adore romance, adventure, and delicious meals shared with their true love!
Find it at 270 Bagot St.
6. Alpaca Scarf| Tribal Voices
Give the gift of warmth and love with a luxurious Alpaca Scarf from Tribal Voices. Soft, cozy, beautifully crafted and colourful, it’s the perfect way to show you care!
Find it at 117 Princess St.
7. Nature Lover's Travel Guide| Novel Idea
Perfect for nature lovers, this guide offers a journey through Canada’s most breathtaking landscapes. It's an indispensable companion for the all the adventures you'll enjoy together!
Find it at 156 Princess St.
8. Surprise Ghost Nightlight| Midori
A boo for your Boo! With its soft, gentle glow, this adorable nightlight creates a cozy atmosphere in any room, making it ideal for bedtime or adding a whimsical touch to your space.
Find it at 232 Princess St.
9. Bag of Chips Vase| Lazy Daisies
If you’ve already picked out the perfect flowers for your sweetheart, now all you need is a vase to showcase them! This playful Bag of Chips vase is the perfect addition to your Valentine’s celebration, adding a fun and whimsical touch to any bouquet.
Find it at 227 Princess St.
7. Nature Lover's Travel Guide| Novel Idea
Perfect for nature lovers, this guide offers a journey through Canada’s most breathtaking landscapes. It's an indispensable companion for the all the adventures you'll enjoy together!
Find it at 156 Princess St.
8. Surprise Ghost Nightlight| Midori
A boo for your Boo! With its soft, gentle glow, this adorable nightlight creates a cozy atmosphere in any room, making it ideal for bedtime or adding a whimsical touch to your space.
Find it at 232 Princess St.
9. Bag of Chips Vase| Lazy Daisies
If you’ve already picked out the perfect flowers for your sweetheart, now all you need is a vase to showcase them! This playful Bag of Chips vase is the perfect addition to your Valentine’s celebration, adding a fun and whimsical touch to any bouquet.
Find it at 227 Princess St.
10. Olive Oil 4 Pack| Kingston Olive Oil Company
A flavorful 4-pack of infused olive oils, perfect for the foodie you love! Each bottle is packed with rich, aromatic oils and unique flavors! Depending on your mood you can choose something sweet or spicy!
Find it at 62 Brock St.
11. Rose Garden Lotion & Bar Soap| 1000 Islands Soap Company
Skip the bouquet and treat your Valentine to locally made, all-natural bar soap and body lotion with a sweet smelling rose scent.
Find it at 339 St E.
12. Handmade Mug| Black Dog Pottery
Give a unique token of love with a handmade mug from Black Dog Pottery. Crafted by a local artist, each piece comes in a beautiful array of colors, sizes, and shapes.
Find it at 58 Queen St.
10. Olive Oil 4 Pack| Kingston Olive Oil Company
A flavorful 4-pack of infused olive oils, perfect for the foodie you love! Each bottle is packed with rich, aromatic oils and unique flavors! Depending on your mood you can choose something sweet or spicy!
Find it at 62 Brock St.
11. Rose Garden Lotion & Bar Soap| 1000 Islands Soap Company
Skip the bouquet and treat your Valentine to locally made, all-natural bar soap and body lotion with a sweet smelling rose scent.
Find it at 339 St E.
12. Handmade Mug| Black Dog Pottery
Give a unique token of love with a handmade mug from Black Dog Pottery. Crafted by a local artist, each piece comes in a beautiful array of colors, sizes, and shapes.
Find it at 58 Queen St.
13. Pocky| BV Buy Asian Mart
Pocky is the perfect Valentine’s Day treat to share. These crispy biscuit sticks are dipped in smooth, creamy chocolate, creating a delicious balance of crunch and sweetness.
Find it at 164 Princess St.
14. Solmate Mismatched Socks| Smith Army Surplus
Designed to be perfectly mismatched, these cozy, vibrant socks are a hug for your feet and great gift for your Valentine. Like the best kind of love, they celebrate uniqueness and brighten the small moments.
Find it at 86 Princess St.
15. Organic Gummy Hearts| Tara Natural Foods
A sweet twist on tradition, these organic gummy hearts are a delicious alternative to a box of chocolates. Made with real ingredients and bursting with fruity flavor, they’re a fun and thoughtful way to share a little love on Valentine’s Day.
Find it at 81 Princess St.
16. Cactus Hand Juicer| Antique Emporium
Designed for style and function, it makes squeezing fresh juice effortless while adding a playful touch to any kitchen. A quirky and charming Valentine’s Day gift for those who appreciate a little zest in life.
Find it at 77 Princess St.
13. Pocky| BV Buy Asian Mart
Pocky is the perfect Valentine’s Day treat to share. These crispy biscuit sticks are dipped in smooth, creamy chocolate, creating a delicious balance of crunch and sweetness.
Find it at 164 Princess St.
14. Solmate Mismatched Socks| Smith Army Surplus
Designed to be perfectly mismatched, these cozy, vibrant socks are a hug for your feet and great gift for your Valentine. Like the best kind of love, they celebrate uniqueness and brighten the small moments.
Find it at 86 Princess St.
15. Organic Gummy Hearts| Tara Natural Foods
A sweet twist on tradition, these organic gummy hearts are a delicious alternative to a box of chocolates. Made with real ingredients and bursting with fruity flavor, they’re a fun and thoughtful way to share a little love on Valentine’s Day.
Find it at 81 Princess St.
16. Cactus Hand Juicer| Antique Emporium
Designed for style and function, it makes squeezing fresh juice effortless while adding a playful touch to any kitchen. A quirky and charming Valentine’s Day gift for those who appreciate a little zest in life.
Find it at 77 Princess St.
Bonus! The Downtown Kingston Gift Card
The Downtown Kingston Gift Card is the perfect Valentine's Day gift, offering endless possibilities at 150 downtown businesses. Whether your special someone loves indulging in a cozy café, exploring unique boutiques, savoring a gourmet meal, or unwinding at a spa, this versatile gift card lets them choose their own perfect experience. It’s a thoughtful way to support local while giving your favourite person the gift of choice!
Get Spooky with the Haunted Walk of Kingston
Ready to get your spooky vibes going? Take the Haunted Walk of Kingston! This outdoor tour takes you through the city’s most haunted spots so get ready for a night of ghostly tales and local legends!
Sweeten Your Date Night at Mio Gelato
Wrap up your date night with a delicious fall-inspired gelato from Mio Gelato! Treat yourself to seasonal flavours that capture all the cozy vibes of autumn - think dulce de leche, maple walnut, and more. It’s the sweetest way to celebrate the season together, so grab a scoop (or two) and indulge in a little extra sweetness!
