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Graduation Gift Guide 2024


Graduation - from middle school, high school or college - is something worth celebrating. This stage of transition is exciting, and those who have accomplished this monumental task deserve a little something special to help celebrate the moment. This gift guide can give you some inspiration to help show the graduates in your life how proud you are of them this year! 

If you are feeling a bit indecisive on one particular gift, there’s always the Downtown Boulder Gift Card. Accepted at over 120 retailers (and restaurants) downtown, the graduates are sure to find something that they will enjoy! The card is available for purchase online or in person at the Visitor Information Center (13th & Pearl) or the Downtown Boulder Office (1942 Broadway Ste 301). 

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Gold & Silver Jewelry from Angie Star Jewelry

A lovely way to remember an important milestone is with jewelry. Check out Angie Star’s Jewelry collections to commemorate the day.

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Art Pieces from Art Mart Gifts

Does your grad have an artistic eye? Shop Art Mart Gift's extensive collection of paintings, prints, wall art and other trinkets made by local artists.

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Mindful Activity Gifts from Bliss

Looking for the perfect gift that embraces your grad's creative self? Make your way through Bliss's wide selection of puzzles, unique journals, coloring books and self-care items.

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Denim from Bobbles and Lace

Bobbles & Lace is a brand-new boutique downtown with chic styles for your favorite fashionista graduate - check out denim jeans, tops, shoes and other accessories.

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Boulder Apparel & Merchandise from BoCo Life

It's in the name...BoCo Life offers all things Boulder! Shop local and check out their wide collections of Boulder and CU apparel, stickers, magnets, water bottles and more!

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Spring Staples from Island Farm

Island Farm is the home to one-of-a kind treasures. Check out their new spring styles and find the perfect graduation commencement or party outfit to honor this major accomplishment.

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CU Apparel from Jackalope & Co.

Gear up for CU graduation with Jackalope's standout t-shirt selection! Elevate your celebration with our range of stylish apparel and gifts perfect for the big day.

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Falketind 35L Backpack from Norrøna

The Norrøna Falketind 35L pack is made entirely from recycled materials and is great for biking, hiking, and general travel for any post-grad adventure!

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Kitchen & Home Goods from Peppercorn

If your graduate moves across the state, country, or world, take a look at Peppercorns household and kitchen items. Their wide selection of uniquely-designed home goods are sure to brighten up their future place and remind them of home.

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Buffalo & Flatiron Designed Necklaces from Starfish Jewelry

Commemorate your Boulder grad with necklaces that rep your love for the Buffs or the iconic Flatiron scenery. Fun fact: The flatirons piece was custom made for Starfish Jewelry from a local artist's sketch!

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Massage from Symmetry360

After a long final semester and academic career, it’s time for your favorite grad to relax. Take a trip to Symmetry360 Massage to treat your graduate with some calming peace.

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Wine from West End Wine Shop

For your 21+ graduates, treat them to an elegant bottle of wine to accompany their family dinner or celebratory party!

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CU Headwear from Where the Buffalo Roam

Get ready for CU graduation with Where the Buffalo Roams's fantastic selection of apparel! Celebrate the occasion in style with our curated collection of graduation essentials.here the Buffalo Roam downtown. Continue your graduate’s CU Alumni pride and represent with clothes from a local favorite.

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Whittier Sunglasses from Zeal Optics

Inspired by the iconic Victorian homes that pepper the streets of Downtown Boulder, Colorado; Zeal's Whittier is a extra large-fit style that boasts sweeping angles and a square lens, creating a classic look that is sure to find a place in your sunglass quiver for years to come. Crafted with a lightweight, plant-based Z-resin frame, the crisp clarity of Ellume Polarized lenses and the secure hold of ProFlex rubber on the nose pads and temples, Whittier performs as well on the trails as it does around town - truly making it a style that is as technical as it is timeless.

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