Lt. Governor David Wasinger Unveils 2026 ‘Buy Missouri’ Holiday Gift Guide, Urging Missourians to Shop Local This Season

November 9, 2026

Lt. Governor David Wasinger Unveils 2026 ‘Buy Missouri’ Holiday Gift Guide, Urging Missourians to Shop Local This Season

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Today, Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger officially released the 2026 Buy Missouri Holiday Gift Guide, a curated showcase of unique, high-quality products crafted by small businesses, manufacturers, and artisans from every corner of the Show-Me State.

As the holiday shopping season begins, Lieutenant Governor Wasinger is calling on Missourians to make a conscious effort to support local makers and keep their holiday spending within their communities.”Some of the best Christmas gifts you’ll ever find are crafted right here in our local communities,” said Lieutenant Governor Wasinger. “When we choose to buy Missouri-made products, we are doing so much more than checking someone off our shopping list. We are directly supporting hardworking families, fueling local job growth, and keeping our hard-earned dollars working right here at home. This Christmas, let’s look in our own backyards first.”

The digital guide makes holiday shopping simple by organizing outstanding local products into five festive, easy-to-browse collections:

Christmas Feast – Savory essentials, spices, and centerpiece items for the perfect holiday dinner.
Sweet Traditions – Handcrafted chocolates, specialty candies, and seasonal baked goods.
Cozy Breakfast – Locally roasted coffees, gourmet syrups, pancake mixes, and morning treats.
Self-Care Time – Artisan soaps, soothing lotions, and hand-poured candles for holiday relaxation.
Social Hour – Curated snacks, specialty beverages, and hosting essentials to elevate any holiday gathering.

Administered by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, the Buy Missouri program actively promotes and recognizes products grown, manufactured, processed, or made within the state. With a growing network of more than 650 participating businesses, the program bridges the gap between Missouri’s talented producers and conscious consumers, strengthening regional economies from rural towns to major metro areas.

“Missouri is home to incredibly talented entrepreneurs who put their hearts into what they make,” Wasinger added. “Whether you’re planning your holiday menus, stuffing stockings, or searching for a truly unique gift, a Missouri business has exactly what you need. Let’s make this a Missouri Christmas.”

Missourians can explore the 2026 Buy Missouri Holiday Gift Guide and learn more about participating businesses at BuyMissouri.net.

About David Wasinger
David Wasinger serves as Missouri’s 49th Lt. Governor. Wasinger is a lifelong Missourian, raised in Hannibal, Missouri. He graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia and Vanderbilt University School of Law, building a career as an attorney who stood up to powerful special interests and fought for justice for everyday Americans.
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