Discover thoughtful, local holiday gift ideas for the season — from Carlsbad experiences and memberships to small-shop treasures and family favorites. Your guide to shopping small and gifting meaningfully in Carlsbad.

Get your jam on at Carlsbad's top live music spots—The Camp Store’s jazz, live bands at The Landings, Village performances at Le Papagayo and The Coyote Bar, and daytime sets at Prager Brothers.