Shop Early for the Holidays in Rancho Cordova

With fall now in full swing, the holidays are knocking on the door. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season, look no further than the small businesses of Rancho Cordova.

With fall now in full swing, the holidays are knocking on the door, and if you’re looking for the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season, look no further than the small businesses and places of Rancho Cordova.

Scroll through to check out some of the best spots to find gifts this holiday season.

Give the Gift of Local Flavor

Black Sails Coffee Roasters

Coffee is the gift that keeps on giving and ye don’t have to plunder the depths, matey, to find a good roast in Rancho Cordova, argh. Look no further than Black Sails Coffee Roasters, an independent operation that produces award-winning coffee with a marauder aesthetic. Shop online and find the perfect bag of coffee to start your morning or discover a new tea blend that’ll help you relax after a long day. And if swag is your bag, Black Sails Coffee Roasters boasts some awesome merch. After all, what’s better than enjoying a warm cup of coffee while wearing a cozy hoodie on a chilly morning?

Check out the Black Sails Coffee Roasters online store and find the perfect booty.

Soil Born Farms

Give the gift of locally grown produce with the Soil Born Farms online marketplace. Every week, shoppers can sift through organic produce, prepared foods, seedlings, fruit trees, and organic pantry and baked goods from over 35 local farms and businesses. Shop online during the week and schedule your order for pickup at the drive-thru farmstand on the weekend.

Bags of Black Sails Coffee

Give the Gift of Adventure

Rancho Endurance Sports

There’s no better place to shop for the active person in your life than Rancho Endurance Sports. Launched in 2021, Rancho Endurance Sports is a triathlete shop, specializing in running, biking, and cycling pursuits. Get fit for the perfect bike, find your next pair of running shoes, or don a swimsuit that’ll help you cut through the water at record-breaking speeds.

And if you and yours are just dipping your toes into the endurance world, Rancho Endurance Sports offers wetsuit and bike seat rentals, giving you the opportunity to find the gear that’ll help you achieve your goals.

Where:
2901 Sunrise Blvd, Suite 125
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742

Sacramento State Aquatic Center

If water sports are your jam, head over to the Sacramento State Aquatic Center. Located at the edge of Lake Natoma, the Sacramento State Aquatic Center offers perfect gifts for the water sport lover in your life. Classes offered include sailing and windsurfing, paddling, boating, rowing, and wakeboarding, among many others. And if you’re looking for something more involved, consider one of the aquatic center’s membership programs. Memberships are open to the public and provide reduced rates for classes and rentals, in addition to weight room and rowing machine access.

Where:
1901 Hazel Avenue
Gold River, CA 95670

Prairie City State Vehicle Recreation Area

For the offroad adventurer, the Prairie City State Vehicle Recreation Area is the perfect place, catering to both experts and newbies in the offroad vehicle space. The terrain is varied, providing unique experiences for motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, and four-wheel drive vehicles.

But to experience these rugged and picturesque tracks, you need a pass. Luckily, the California State Parks offers an off-highway vehicle day use annual pass for $50.

Learn more about the Prairie City State Vehicle Recreation Area here and purchase an annual pass here.

People kayaking and stand up paddle boarding

Find Unique Gifts

Barrel District

There’s no better way to unwind from the holiday hubbub than with a local libation. And you’ll find plenty of those in our bumping Barrel District. A staple in Rancho Cordova, the Barrel District features six breweries, two distilleries, and a meadery. Enjoy a glass at one of the nine locations or grab a growler, bottles, or cans to enjoy at home. Some of these locations also offer gift cards. Just remember to drink responsibly. And before you go, don't forget to sign up for the Barrel District Passport.

Check out our blog about shopping in the Barrel District about shopping in the Barrel District.

Where: Check out our Barrel District map!

Map showcasing Barrel District Partner Locations

Bliss Marketplace

Hidden just off Mercantile Drive is a vintage store brimming with unique, seasonal finds. Bliss Marketplace is a monthly vintage market featuring over 60 vendors in a warehouse space. Meander from booth to booth as you find gems from yesteryear. Forgotten books, old-school cameras, cute garden gnomes, and vintage clothing are just a few treasures you’ll find here. And the inventory is always rotating, shifting as the holidays change, which ensures you’ll discover something new with every visit.

Be sure to check Bliss Marketplace’s website for their operating hours.

Where:

2529 Mercantile Drive, Suite C

Rancho Cordova, CA 95742

Unwind with Deliciousness

KP International Market

After a day of running around and shopping, you’ll no doubt be famished. Since 1973, KP International Market has been a staple go-to for foodies in the California Capital Region. Explore nearly 80,000 square feet worth of overseas products from Korea, Mexico, Russia, Japan, Italy, Poland, Germany, and more countries. Browse the aisles and find fresh seafood, meats, produce, cheeses, and spices, among many other products.

When you’re finished shopping, taste some authentic delicacies in the KP International Market Food Court, and if you have the energy, sing along to your favorite songs at the market’s karaoke venue.

Where:
10971 Olson Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

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