As Christmas gets closer, we get asked all the time: Do you have any unique Brownwood gift ideas? Of course, there are lots of great shops, businesses, and boutiques in Brownwood, so we decided to put together our list for the best Brownwood gifts to give in 2020:

Did you know that the legendary Underwood’s BBQ, established in 1946, now ships their bbq all over the United States? That’s just one idea from the great local restaurants in Brownwood that offer gift cards, merchandise, clothing, and pickup options. Here are a few more:

Runaway Train Cafe

Steves’ Market and Deli

Tres Leches Bakery and Restaurant

The Turtle Restaurant

The Lyric Theatre is a beloved treasure in Brownwood that dates back to the 1920s, and has become famous for providing high-quality entertainment and giving locals an opportunity to develop their acting skills. Tickets are available for a variety of shows, or you could make a donation to the Lyric Theatre on behalf of someone as a gift.

The Lake Brownwood State Park and all of the Texas State Parks are the perfect gift for your friends who love the outdoors. Give the gift of a Texas State Parks pass, or if you know someone who just needs a getaway, send them on a relaxing long-weekend to the Star of Texas Bed & Breakfast. A peaceful, romantic getaway in the Texas Hill Country.

Common Grounds Coffee has become the go-to coffee shop in Brownwood, and it only makes sense, that they would be a great option for the coffee drinkers on your shopping list. Their organic, fair-trade coffee is just one of many great gift ideas from Common Grounds.

For the person who is less interested in things, and more interested in experiences, a family membership to the Lehnis Railroad Museum will be a gift the whole family can enjoy. The museum features displays for train and history enthusiasts of all ages. A family membership is only $25, and provides additional discounts to special events. Visit their gift shop for a perfect gift for your train enthusiast including books, mini trains, ornaments, and more!

Brownwood continues to expand unique local beer and wine offerings with , a Texas beer-focused tap house, Pioneer Tap House, 10 Mile Productions, and our neighbors at Skies Over Texas Winery. You can find growlers, carryout options, bottles of wine, wine club memberships, and more that would serve as great gifts, not to mention hats, shirts, and more from their online stores.

The Intermission Bookshop is new to Brownwood in 2020, but the building has quite a story. It was once known as the Historic Queen Theater. The Intermission has an online store with gift ideas, or you could just drop in say hello, and pick up a great new read for anyone on your gift list.

Do you have a student, Alumni, or parent connected to Howard Payne University? The Stinger Store has a great variety of clothing, accessories, and other great gifts at their online store, including Christmas ornaments.

Brownwood has many boutiques with styles your friends and family will love. Find that perfect Christmas decoration, outfit, or gift card that ensures they will always get the right gift. Here are a few great places to go for the perfect gift idea:

A few shopping options: Dazzling Divas, The Glamour Shop, Hamilton’s, The Hen House, Nathana’s Hair Studio

Located at the Visitor Center the gift shop carries Brownwood and Texas items. Here you will find ornaments, books, stickers, clothing, and many more unique gift ideas. Staff are also available to let direct you around town to find you next great treasurer!

All of these gifts will make you stand out as the most knowledgeable, savvy, Brownwood gift-giver in town, but if none of these ideas work for you, please remember to shop locally first whether it is for gift cards, food, clothing, or Christmas decor. It means so much to our community and our local economy. Merry Christmas and Shop Local!