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We Found the Best 'Stranger Things' Gifts Ahead of the New Batch of Season 5 Episodes

New episodes drop on Christmas—how perfect!

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The final season of Stranger Things is here, and fans of the '80s-set Netflix hit (AKA us) might be looking to fill the three-year-long void in their lives with some Stranger Things merch. Thankfully, we found tons of giftable items to make your Christmas shopping feel less like a trip to the Upside Down and more like a lovely stroll through the Starcourt Mall (before it was destroyed, of course).

When it comes gifts for the Stranger Things fan, your best bet is to scout out merch that references Easter eggs like Scoops Ahoy, Surfer Boy Pizza, the Hellfire Club, or WSQK radio station. It also wouldn't hurt to shop collaborations from popular brands like Wrangler, Coleman, Squishmallows, and more. These 30 Stranger Things gifts are guaranteed to impress those who know their Demogorgons from their Mind Flayers from their Vecnas.

A super-soft Squishmallow is bound to please any Stranger Things fan. Despite the Demogorgon being the villain of the series, it looks almost sweet in its plush and soft form! Ages 3+

As they wait for the next batch of episodes from Season 5, let them go deeper into what happens between Seasons 4 and 5. This book follows Nancy and Robin as they investigate other mysterious goings-on in Hawkins shortly after the earthquake. (Not into mysteries? They can also try the Stranger Things Choose Your Own Adventure book.)

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This cassette-shaped Polly Pocket play set offers double the fun thanks to its two-sided design, which features Hawkins on one side and the Upside-Down on the other. Plus, it comes with mini figurines of the gang, as well as their bikes. Ages 4+

Game night enthusiasts will have a blast playing this new spin on Dungeons & Dragons, inspired by the supernatural thriller. Reviewers say it's a good beginner version of the classic game, and it features four of Eddie's lost adventures. And, for veteran fans of D&D, they can enjoy retro designs and character sheets. Ages 14+

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Serious Stranger Things fans and LEGO builders can re-create the Victorian home that hides Vecna's lair. The set, which clocks in at more than 2,500 pieces, also comes with 13 minifigures of the gang, plus buildable vehicles like the WSQK van and Steve's car. Ages 18+

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Not strictly a Stranger Things bit of merch, but after all the talk of Mr. Whatsit, they might want to go back and read this to understand the references. And if they like it, they can move on to the rest of the books in the series.

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The Hellfire Club is not a cult...but it does fight demons. Help them show their support with their very own Hellfire Club baseball tee, which comes with sleeves that are either black (like on the show) or six other colors—and hope their clothing fares better than Dustin's.

Forget wearing their hearts on their sleeves—they can wear their fandom on their feet! These are the perfect things to accessorize a pair of Stranger Things Crocs (which also come in kids' sizes).

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This is a gift that you can say is for toddlers, but really is for their Stranger Things-loving parents. It comes with chunky play figures of Steve, Robin, and Dustin, who would look great on a trinket shelf. Ages 13+

One large, looming question that Stranger Things does not seem like it's going to answer anytime soon: Whither Argyle? Show you miss the long-haired sidekick by showing support for the pizza chain where he works. This copycat graphic tee is available in eight different colors, though the classic yellow is most recognizable.

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Everyone from mega-fans to aspiring screenwriters will delight in this script collection, complete with all of the dialogue and stage directions, from the series.

Pair this Demogorgon ceramic planter with a small succulent, and voila! You've got an unexpected last-minute gift that any Stranger Things fan would love.

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Help them show a little Hawkins school spirit with this affordable graphic tee. Available in an extended range of men's, women's, and children's sizes, it's a way for them to show their fandom in an "if you know, you know" kind of way.

They'll feel like a kid again filling in the blanks of this Stranger Things-themed book of Mad Libs. It works great when you need a stocking stuffer or a just-a-little-something gift.

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Beauty lovers won't be able to resist this cool color-changing blush from Covergirl's new Stranger Things-inspired makeup line. The purple shimmer will change to a custom pink hue depending on your skin's pH balance. It's part of a whole Stranger Things x Covergirl collaboration that also includes nail polish and eyeliner.

We all know someone who loves being in the "upside down" (aka laying face down on the bed). Give them something new, soft, and comfy to wear next time they have a bedrotting day.

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If you're shopping for someone who tunes into Stranger Things for the nostalgic '80s soundtrack, they'll appreciate this vinyl packed with songs from the show's fifth season, including Pink Floyd, Journey, and, of course, "I Think We're Alone Now" by Tiffany.

While we wait to learn Max's fate, scoop up this ornament inspired by her ill-fated encounter with Vecna. After all, it's the moment that catapulted Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill" back onto the charts! (And yes, you can get The Hounds of Love, the album with "Running Up That Hill," on vinyl online.)

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Have they ever wondered what the Upside Down smells like? This soap four-pack gives fans a whiff of Hawkins. Scents include Hellfire and Beyond (pepper, clove, and leather); Squawk Signal (lavender & fizzy cherry soda); Vecna's Curse (juniper, blood orange, and dark amber); and Experiment No. 011 (citrus and iron).

Though this Kitsch x Stranger Things collab may be inspired by the Rainbow Room at Hawkins National Laboratory, the silky satin can help them wake up fresh-faced and frizz-free.

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Marisa LaScala
Deputy Editor

Marisa (she/her) has covered all things parenting, from the postpartum period through the empty nest, for Good Housekeeping since 2018; previously, she wrote about parents and families at Parents and Working Mother. She lives with her toy-collecting husband and daughter in Brooklyn, where she can be found helping out her team at bar trivia or posting about movies on Twitter and Bluesky. 

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Madison McGee
Shopping Editor

Madison McGee is a shopping editor at Hearst Magazines, primarily reporting on home, tech, fashion, and books across titles like Cosmopolitan, Esquire, House Beautiful, Country Living, ELLE, Town & Country, and more. Prior to joining Hearst, she covered pop culture and trending news at BuzzFeed and worked in book publishing. Madison is a graduate of both the University of Mississippi and New York University, where she received her Master’s in book publishing and magazine media. When she’s not writing gift guides, product reviews, and sales and deals content, she’s probably exploring New York City’s independent bookstores or cheering on the Baltimore Ravens. 


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