The Best Gifts for Irish Dancers as Seen in IDM
Christmas is around the corner and so is our annual round-up of gifts every Irish Dancer will love. From personalised keepsakes to practical gear, each item is created by passionate small businesses, parents, and dance pros who know exactly what makes dancers shine. Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful stocking stuffer or a one-of-a-kind treasure, this guide will help you find something truly special while supporting the creative community that keeps Irish Dance thriving.
Custom Irish Dancing Magazine Cover – A Gift to Treasure
Surprise your dancer with a personalised 8x10 magazine cover featuring their photo, name and one of three cover lines: On Preparing for Worlds 2026, On Preparing for Nationals 2026, or Incredible All-Star Dance Life! Choose digital download or print-and-ship. IDM subscribers save $10 by logging into their customer account.
$34.99 digital / $49.99 print
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Step Tokens – Celebrate Each Step
Any dancer will love these high-quality enamel tokens to add to a keychain. Now you can mark every level, event and achievement in Irish Dance – from first feis to Worlds. Collect your journey and celebrate each step! Special offer: free shipping when you order 6+ tokens.
$12 small / $14 large
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Irish Dance Necklace – Dance, Sparkle, Shine!
This stylish necklace features a dazzling dancer pendant with gemstone accents, available in silver or gold. A timeless keepsake for dancers who love fashion, tradition and a touch of sparkle. Ships in 2 days!
$49.99
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Deep Bronze Kit – Tanning Made Easy
The ultimate dancer’s gift! Includes full-size and travel mousse, tanning mitt, and blending brush for a flawless, stage-ready glow. Regularly $75 – IDM readers save $10 with code SAVE10. A luxe gift any dancer, teacher, or dance mum will love!
$65 with code
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Dance Irish Sweatshirt – Bring the Style!
Stay warm and stylish with this black fleece hoodie featuring bold green accents and “Dance, Dance, Dance, Irish!” Made by famous sports brand New Balance in association with Feisty Fitzy. It’s a must-have blend of quality, comfort, team spirit, and Irish pride. Ships within 10 days – order early!
$69.99
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Adorable Dolls & Plushies!
Imagine the joy on a young dancer’s face unwrapping Kelly, the 18" Irish Dancing Doll, or Joy, the limited-edition plushie. Both are irresistibly cute keepsakes that bring Irish Dance magic to Christmas morning!
$21.99–$24.99
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Great Books for Dancers Who Dream Big
Join Grace, a spirited nine-year-old, on her Irish Dance adventures! Enjoy Grace’s Feis Survival Guide, Grace’s Activity Book, and Grace’s Feis Journal – a wonderful series for young dancers who dream big.
$24.99 each
Available on Amazon
Irish Dancer & Celtic Charm Bracelets
Handcrafted in Ireland, these sterling silver bracelets feature Irish Dance and Celtic charms you can mix and match to create a completely personal keepsake. A beautiful way to celebrate your dancer’s journey or mark a big milestone.
From €59 (bracelet + 1 charm)
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Dress Your Doll – Irish Dance Style
This adorable Doll Dress Package gives your dancer’s doll a complete Irish Dance makeover – costume, cape, crown, heavy shoes, soft shoes, socks, and a 1st place sash! Fits standard dolls similar to American Girl size, with optional matching buckles.
$50 (save $7 off $57 value)
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Kathleen’s Sassy Socks – Champion-Approved
The top choice for champions! Choose from classic or crystal styles, adorable baby and toddler ghillie socks, and durable tights. A feis essential for dancers who want their socks to look as sharp as their steps.
$11–$20+
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Dancewear With a Twist – Gibson’s Apparel
Celebrate your love of Irish Dance with Gibson’s new apparel line. Tees, tanks, and sweatshirts feature clever Trad Set–inspired designs and catchy sayings only dancers will understand – perfect for competition days and casual wear.
$30–$68+
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Step Strong with Stabillasox
Designed by physical therapists, Stabillasox build orthotic support right into the sock to help protect dancers’ feet. They’re a training essential for comfort, performance, and durability during long class and practice sessions.
$29.99
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Live Irish Dance 365 – Irish Luxe
For dancers who live it every day! The 365 Collection features a bold circular crest stamped “Competitive Irish Dancer” with a shamrock at its heart – a true badge of honour and a cosy go-to for feis days, rest days, and everything in between.
$35–$45
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Trim the Tree – Irish Dance Style
Add Irish Dance spirit to your tree with Feisty Fitzy’s festive ornament collection. Choose from several charming designs – thoughtful keepsakes for dancers, teachers, and families who love both Christmas and competitions.
$10–$15
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Give the Gift of Dance Memories
Surprise your dancer with a professional photo shoot by an IDM cover photographer. eGift Cards are valid for 12 months and can be used at select Irish Dance events across the US, UK, Ireland, and beyond – subject to photographer schedule.
£350
Purchase Gift Card
Winning at the Feis – Special Edition Online Resource
Give your dancer the ultimate learning tool. Winning at the Feis Volume 1 (a 156-page digital resource packed with 55+ judges’ interviews and a decade of IDM advice). PLUS instant access to our soon to launch Winning at the Feis Volume 2 - Behind the Bell with updated learnings from Volume 1 and recently added interviews. This is the perfect gift for dancers and parents who want clear, practical guidance. If you are an existing subscriber to IDM, be sure to login to save $10.00 off the published price.
$19.99-$29.99
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The Feis Collection – Reel Cool Style
Top of every dancer’s wish list! Irish Luxe’s Feis Collection features best-selling Reel Cool tees and hoodies plus the brand-new Here Comes Treble design – bold, fun looks for competition weekends and travel days.
$25–$40
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Turn Out Socks – Step Into Success
Designed specifically for Irish Dancers, Turn Out Socks help encourage better turnout while keeping feet cosy. The durable sublimated design stands up to countless washes, making them a smart addition to any practice bag.
$19.99
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The Shamrock Collection – Top Off Your Look
Fun shamrock hats in green, red, mustard, and blue – perfect for dancers, siblings, and anyone who loves all things Irish. Easy to wear every day and ideal for feis travel or St Patrick’s Day season.
$28
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Matching PJ’s for Dancers & Their Dolls
Cozy, colorful, and absolutely adorable — these matching lounge sets are perfect for every young Irish Dancer who loves to twin with their favorite doll! Featuring soft plaid pants, a cute “I ❤️ Irish Dancing” tee, and a coordinating doll-sized outfit, this set makes a standout holiday gift.
$15–$35
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IDM Delivered Home – 6-Month Print Subscription
Give the gift that keeps giving. Six months of Irish Dancing Magazine delivered straight to the mailbox — filled with feis photos, results, expert judge advice, and inspiring Dancer of the Month stories. Customers receive EXTRA discounts and perks from our advertisers as a subscriber benefit, with major savings on dance gear!
$39.99
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