December 10, 2019
Around the holidays, your head’s buzzing with to-dos. As you head through security, you realize that you forgot stocking stuffers for the family gift exchange.
Although a lump of coal is inexpensive, just don’t. We have better ideas for last-minute stocking stuffers from the merchants at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). They’re so good your loved ones will never know that you waited until the last minute.
Here are a few quick picks that you can stash in your carry on and be on your merry way.
Season to Jam
Put some pep in their step with an album from Sub Pop, a Seattle independent record label with a retail store in the Central Terminal. You can pick up music, Sub Pop merchandise, and items sourced from local designers, artists, and companies.
'Glitz and Glam'
‘Tis the season to look fabulous, so step up your holiday style at MAC Cosmetics in the Central Terminal. Pick up a lipstick or gloss kit for her stocking, or go all out with this Taste of Stardom Mini Lipstick Kit. (Photo credit: MAC SEA Airport)
Baby, it’s cold outside
The Brrrrr season is here. Grab a fun, fashionable, handcrafted, and cozy hat for adults and children at Seattle Hats, located on Concourse A.
Stuff those stockings
Fireworks in the Central Terminal is your one-stop-shop for stocking stuffers with small games, toys, treats, and more. They even have holiday stockings if you lost yours in your last move across the country.
‘Tis the SEAson
Want to bring a piece of Seattle with you? The New Stand, in the North Satellite, is the place for Seattle-themed merchandise like mugs, stickers, snow globes, hats, sweatshirts, T-shirts, tree decorations, and more!
Hygge for the holidays
This unique handwarmer mug keeps your hands warm while enjoying a hot beverage. Find it at Made in Washington in the Central Terminal along with other unique locally-made gifts.
Ready, set, takeoff
It will be plane to see that you picked this up at the airport for your favorite avgeek. Every aviation fan will love an upcycled luggage tag made from old planes, with a description of the plane model. Find this and all things related to airplanes at Planewear in Concourse B.
Snuggle up with a good book
Want to please your beloved bookworm? The staff at Elliott Bay Book Company on Concourse C have picked their favorites and provided a description of why they chose each book.
Heritage handcrafts
Give a handcrafted gift with heritage. Sacred Circle, located on Concourse A, offers items designed by artists from the Northwest Coast and Coast Salish tribes, including jewelry, clothing and accessories, art, glassware, and holiday gifts like this handcrafted tree ornament.
Now that you’ve found the perfect gift, get it wrapped by stopping at one of the two gift wrapping stations. These stations benefit the USO Northwest and are available post-security in the Central Terminal and near the Starbucks at Checkpoint 2. Gift wrapping is available by donation from December 16 to 24, between 6:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Found the perfect gift with extra time to spare? Indulge in festive sips and bites and celebrate the holiday season with the SEAson of Light!
SEAson of Light, December 16-24
Passengers can look forward to holiday entertainment daily at 9:30 a.m. from December 16 to 24, including a daily parade with live performance art, carols, and music. Presented by the Airport Dining and Retail Tenants, Santa, elves, and other costumed characters will surprise and delight with holiday cheer and treats for children.
Reindeer Games at SEA, December 18 and 19
Don’t miss live reindeer on December 18 and 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the Light Rail platform at SEA Airport in partnership with Sound Transit. During the busy holiday season, we recommend taking alternative transportation to and from the airport, including Light Rail. And your gift is a chance to get a selfie with your favorite reindeer.
Retail Night Market at SEA
Join the Airport Dining and Retail Tenants at SEA for an evening of one-stop shopping at our Retail Night Market on Dec. 19 from 5-8 p.m.! If you’re making a list and checking twice, we are bringing together some of our favorite local shops and national brands for a festive shopping experience that’s sure to be merry and bright. Don’t miss last minute host gifts, stuffing stockers or treats for your travels from Beecher’s, Sub Pop, Seattle Chocolate, Sacred Circle Gift Shop, Made in Washington and Coach, just to name a few.
