Shop Small, Shop Local or Find it All in Brainerd and Baxter

Whether you are looking for a unique gift or something with just a special touch, you will be sure to find it in Brainerd and Baxter. There are dozens of unique stores, boutiques, and gift shops to explore plus many favorite national retailers. When you are ready to tackle Christmas shopping, make a day of it! Grab a bite to eat, unwind with coffee or cocktail, and take time to explore all of the shopping options. If you’re interested in some of the Visit Brainerd’s favorites, check out the #LoveBrainerd Like a Local videos on YouTube.

Here are some ideas to get you started exploring our shopping districts.

Baxter Highway 371 North:
  • Apricot Lane Boutique
  • Bill’s Gun Shop and Range
  • Christmas Point
  • The Light Depot
  • Morey’s Seafood Market
  • Pop-up North at EkoMarkt
  • Salvage Sisters
  • National retailers: Walmart, Target, Costco, Fleet Farm, Gander Mountain Outdoors, TJ Maxx, Ulta, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kohl’s, Best Buy
Midtown Brainerd:
  • Brainerd Floral
  • Brekken’s
  • North Country Floral
  • The Porch
  • Simplified Notions
  • Westgate Mall: Dunham’s, Ashley Furniture, Rue 21, Maurice’s, JoAnn’s
Downtown Brainerd:
  • Bob & Fran’s
  • CatTale’s Books & Gifts
  • Crossing Arts Kringle Market
  • Design Consign
  • Dragon Forge Games
  • E.L. Menk Jewelers
  • Liode’s Oils
  • Purple Fern
  • Olde Open Window
  • Sports Card Central
  • Destination Downtown Brainerd Coalition has a complete list of businesses on their website.
The Shoppes at Northern Pacific Center:
  • Brick Veteran
  • Everlasting Floral
  • The Frugal Farmhouse
  • Gin Pottery
  • Goody’s Gourmet Treats
  • Little Hobo Boutique
  • Magnolia Fern
  • Meraki Boutique
  • Native
  • P.S. Pickin Sistas
  • The Smokestack BBQ Supply Store
  • Tracy Miller Gallery
  • The Vintage Fern
East Brainerd/Mill Avenue:
  • Franklin Arts Center
  • Mill Avenue Furniture
  • Senior Center Gift Shop
  • The Wild Bird Store

This is by no means an exhaustive list of the shopping spots in Baxter and Brainerd, so please visit our Business Directory for more!