Looking for Christmas gifts under $50 that don’t feel cheap? Go for experiences.
They’re memorable, clutter-free, and easy to gift as an e-voucher.
This guide rounds up the best Christmas gifts under $50 from Wonderbox, grouped by theme so you can match each person’s vibe in seconds.
Why experience gifts win under $50
- Memories beat stuff: nothing to dust, everything to remember.
- Instant delivery: e-vouchers are perfect for last-minute gifting.
- Real choice: nationwide options across wellness, dining, sports, culture, and more.
Gifts under $50 by theme
1) Cinema & Entertainment
- 2 Movie Theatre Tickets — $39
Two AMC tickets at 550+ locations. Easy, universal, zero risk.
- REGAL Movie Bundle – 2 tickets — $42
Two REGAL Premiere tickets at 425+ locations. Great for date night.
- Fun for all — $49
Choose one activity from a curated selection (think iconic views, fun outings).
- Merry Christmas Memorable — $49
Limited-edition sampler boxes with crowd-pleasing picks.
2) Wellness & Self-Care
- Self-care Gift — $25
SPAFINDER value to use for massage, sauna, or beauty treatment.
- Spa Gift — $50
A $50 SPAFINDER voucher for massages, mani-pedi, deep tissue, and more.
- Relax & Rejuvenate: 30-minute massage + cupping — $49
A quick reset that feels far pricier than it is.
3) Food & Café Treats
- Your Favorite Restaurants — $50
$50 dining voucher redeemable at 4,000+ restaurants nationwide.
- Lunchtime Rendezvous — $49
- Cafe Bloom’s Lunch Date — $49
- Delightful Biscuit Layers + Coffee & Cold Drinks — $49
Sweet or savory, these are easy wins for food lovers.
- Lunch for 2 at Choc O Pain (multiple locations) — $39
French bakery charm in Hoboken and Jersey City.
- Breakfast for 2 — $19
A French breakfast at a price that looks like a typo.
4) Sports & Active Fun
- 5 soccer “pickup” sessions — $49
For the friend who never stopped loving rec sports.
- Nature’s Playground: Central Park 5K Fun Run — $49
- “Best of Both Worlds” Chicago 5K Fun Run — $49
Casual running tours that mix sightseeing with endorphins.
5) NYC & City Experiences
- Central Park TV & Movie Sites Tour — $39
- Explore Central Park by Bike: 3-Hour Rental (2 people) — $49
- Tour de City: Two-Hour Bike Rental (2 people) — $39
Bike the city the fun way.
6) Cruises & Big Views
- CITYSCAPE – Liberty and Landmark Tour for 2 — $50
Epic skyline pics without the epic price tag.
7) Nature & Adventure
- Everglades Airboat Adventure & Animal Sanctuary — $29
30-minute daytime airboat tour plus sanctuary access.
8) Mini-Golf, Games & Just-for-Fun
- Mini Golf Experience — $42
Angry Birds or Blacklight mini golf. Playful, photogenic, done.
9) Flexible Gift Cards (the safe bet)
- Merry Christmas Gift Card — from $25
- Gift Card Happy Gift — from $10
Open-value cards that unlock thousands of experiences. Great for Secret Santa or “I have no idea what they like.”
How to choose the right under-$50 gift
- For couples: AMC or REGAL ticket bundles, CityScape cruise for 2, lunch for two.
- For wellness lovers: Self-care Gift ($25) or Spa Gift ($50).
- For foodies: Your Favorite Restaurants ($50) or café lunches ($39–$49).
- For adventurers: Everglades airboat, mini golf, pickup soccer sessions.
- For culture buffs: NYC/Chicago/Boston movie sites tours.
- When you’re not sure: Wonderbox Experience Gift Card (from $25).
Last-minute friendly
All options are available as e-vouchers. Add a personal message, hit send, and pretend you planned this weeks ago.
You don’t need a big budget to give something she or he will actually remember.
With these best Christmas gifts under $50, you’re gifting joy, time, and stories to tell later.
That’s real value, minus the financial hangover.
