Maximize the holiday and gift-giving season with these festive promotional items.

Seasonal promotions are a way to connect with audiences in a festive, memorable way. From custom ornaments and cozy apparel to playful accessories and packaging, these holiday-ready items can help brands capitalize on the gift-giving season rife with consumer spending. Last year, the average U.S. consumer was projected to spend more than $1,000 in holiday-related purchases – up almost 8% from 2023, according to The Conference Board.

Made from durable zinc alloy with a 2-D custom shape, these ornaments with metallic hanging cord come in six different metal finishes and up to four soft enamel colors. Perfect for an annual donor gift or seasonal retail campaign.

This 3” glass ornament with color-changing illumination and pad print customization is available in assorted colors and adds a festive glow anywhere it’s displayed. Great for corporate holiday parties.

Festive and functional, this 100% acrylic stocking features a snowflake design and can be customized with logos or messages. Ideal for holiday employee gift packages or a winter giveaway.

This dimensional ornament is made with multiple layers of laser-cut birch wood with a clear acrylic cover and glitter accent. Can be engraved or stained for a fully custom look, making it well-suited for artisan brands or holiday parties.

Available in full color with up to six design shades, these fully customizable holiday sweaters come in a wide range of sizes and include branded tags and fast turnaround. Think social media unboxings and holiday contest winners.

This classic Santa hat – complete with red felt and white trim – is ready for custom imprinting. A must for holiday parades or office celebrations.

Start presenting ideas to clients for promotional campaigns centered around November observances.

November marks the rapid approach of peak holiday season – the culmination of Q4 gifting and end-of-year appreciation initiatives. It’s easy to keep your pitching eye on those major initiatives, but don’t discount opportunities in November to stand out in a sea of red and green holiday campaigns. Here are a few suggestions for clients in industries from hospitality to dance.

Nov. 2: World Ballet Day

This annual celebration is a collaboration among several of the world’s leading ballet companies that aims to foster appreciation for the art form and to offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of dance.

Dance studios or ballet companies should host a family-oriented event to engage more kids and young people with ballet.

Ballet slipper magnet

Nov. 5: Eating Healthy Day

Celebrated on the first Wednesday of November each year, Eating Healthy Day is, as the name suggests, meant to encourage healthy habits and nutrition – eating lots of fruits and vegetables, focusing on lean proteins and whole grains, and drinking plenty of water.

Cater a healthy office lunch, and order branded food storage containers for employees to take leftovers home – and encourage healthy packed meals for their next trip to the office.

Bento box

Nov. 12: National Happy Hour Day

The term “happy hour” may date back to the days of Prohibition, but its age doesn’t make it any less of an American staple for post-work drinks and nibbles.

Suggest that clients host a team-bonding or brainstorming-based happy hour at a local favorite spot – complete with a bit of entertainment as well as libations.

Tabletop tumble tower

Nov. 27 - Dec. 5: National Tree Week

National Tree Week is technically a U.K.-based observance, but with the increasing importance of sustainability in the promo industry all around, an end-of-year campaign pitch focused on the natural world would hardly be out of place.

Recommend that clients have trees planted on behalf of the company – and give out seeds or planters to employees to show end-of-year gratitude, and to do some planting of their own.

Modern Sprout rooted candle

Nov. 30: National Mason Jar Day

Mason jars were patented way back in 1858 and have been used by canners and cooks alike ever since – though they experienced a particular revival during the 2010s as decoration and drinkware.

Local bars and restaurants should offer cocktail, mocktail or coffee specials in branded mason jars to attract shoppers out and about during holiday shopping season.

Mason jar glass