Christmas 2026 · Friday, December 25

Christmas Gift Guide 2026

Christmas Day is Friday, December 25. Here is when to order for delivery by Thursday, December 24, the Christmas gifts ordered most in the 2023 and 2025 seasons, and how companies plan holiday gifting.

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  • Courier anywhere in the US: order by Friday, December 18
  • Same-day only in New York City, North Jersey and the Los Angeles area
  • Free delivery from $100 per address, except Hawaii and Alaska
  • Wine, beer or spirits: recipient 21+ with photo ID
Christmas Wine Gift Basket Featuring Castello Brie and Gourmet Snacks
Christmas Wine Gift Basket Featuring Castello Brie and Gourmet Snacks · $153.99
Christmas Morning Gourmet Gift Basket with Sweet and Savory Snacks
Christmas Morning Gourmet Gift Basket with Sweet and Savory Snacks · $110.99
Christmas Gift Basket with Cheese, Crackers, and Hot Chocolate Bomb
Christmas Gift Basket with Cheese, Crackers, and Hot Chocolate Bomb · $65.99

Will it arrive by December 24?

Type the recipient's ZIP code to see the earliest day a gift can get there. A date up to Thursday, December 24 is in time for Christmas; a later one means ordering sooner.

Closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 26, on December 25 and on January 1. Delivery is free from $100 per address, except to Hawaii and Alaska; below that, the charge shows at checkout.

Last order dates for Christmas 2026

Christmas falls on a Friday, so the last delivery day before it is Thursday, December 24. Courier deliveries run Monday to Friday.

DeliveryOrder by
Courier to any US address
1 to 4 business days, Monday to Friday		Friday, December 18
Same-day, only in New York City, North Jersey and the Los Angeles area
Businesses noon to 5 p.m., homes noon to 7 p.m.		Thursday, December 24, 11 a.m. local time
Closed daysNo deliveries on Christmas Day or New Year's Day, Friday, December 25 and Friday, January 1.
WeekendsCourier deliveries run Monday to Friday; a gift ordered on Saturday or Sunday goes out on the Monday.
ThanksgivingNo deliveries on Thursday, November 26; leave it out when counting business days.
Delivery chargeFree from $100 per address, except Hawaii and Alaska; below that, the charge appears at checkout.
21+ with photo IDWhen a gift holds wine, champagne, beer or spirits, the recipient must be 21+ and show photo ID.
Any other ZIP codeThe checker above shows the first possible date for any address.

The season's most-ordered gifts, by price

These twelve gifts were each ordered for Christmas in both the 2023 and 2025 seasons. None led the others by a clear enough margin to rank, so they are grouped by price instead; 28% of Christmas orders came in under $100. Prices are today's.

Under $60

Festive Wine Gift Basket with Hollyberry Holiday Chocolate Truffles
Festive Wine Gift Basket with Hollyberry Holiday Chocolate Truffles
$42.99
Inside: Bottle of Wine, Chocolate Hollyberry Gourmet Truffle Assortment Book Box
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Holiday Sparkling Wine and Assorted Chocolate Truffles Gift Basket
Holiday Sparkling Wine and Assorted Chocolate Truffles Gift Basket
$50.99
Inside: Bottle of Sparkling Wine, Hollyberry Gourmet Truffle Assortment Book Box
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Holiday Beer Gift Basket with Craft Beers and Gourmet Brittle
Holiday Beer Gift Basket with Craft Beers and Gourmet Brittle
$55.99
Inside: 4 Craft Beers, Hollyberry White Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn, Almond Brittle
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Premium Duo Wine Gift with Hollyberry Dark Chocolate in Burned Finish Box
Premium Duo Wine Gift with Hollyberry Dark Chocolate in Burned Finish Box
$59.99
Inside: 2 Bottles of Wine, Hollyberry Square Chocolate Bar
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$60 to $99

Christmas Gift Basket with Cheese, Crackers, and Hot Chocolate Bomb
Christmas Gift Basket with Cheese, Crackers, and Hot Chocolate Bomb
$65.99
Inside: Hollyberry White Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn, Hollyberry Milk Chocolate Santa & His Satchel, Castello Brie
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Holiday Sparkling Wine and Gourmet Christmas Treats Gift Box
Holiday Sparkling Wine and Gourmet Christmas Treats Gift Box
$84.99
Inside: Bottle of Sparkling Wine, 2 Small Gingerbread Man Cookie Christmas, Hollyberry Winter Wonderland Chocolate Trio Box
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Three-Bottle Wine Gift Basket Featuring Castello Brie and Holiday Chocolates
Three-Bottle Wine Gift Basket Featuring Castello Brie and Holiday Chocolates
$97.99
Inside: Three Bottles of Wine, Castello Brie, Hollyberry Assorted Individual Wrapped Chocolates
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$100 to $149 · 42% of Christmas orders, 2023 and 2025 seasons

Christmas Morning Gourmet Gift Basket with Sweet and Savory Snacks
Christmas Morning Gourmet Gift Basket with Sweet and Savory Snacks
$110.99
Inside: Capeachio's Multigrain Wheat Cracker, Hollyberry White Chocolate Cranberry Shortbread Cookies, Hollyberry Assorted Individually Wrapped Truffles Tree Box
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Holiday Sparkling Wine and Gourmet Food Basket Gift
Holiday Sparkling Wine and Gourmet Food Basket Gift
$127.99
Inside: Bottle of Sparkling Wine, Hollyberry White Chocolate Cranberry Shortbread Cookies, Hollyberry Assorted Individually Wrapped Truffles Tree Box
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Christmas Wine Gift Basket with Artisan Cheese and Condiments
Christmas Wine Gift Basket with Artisan Cheese and Condiments
$148.99
Inside: Bottle of Wine, Orsini Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Orsini Balsamic Vinegar
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$150 and up · 31% of Christmas orders, 2023 and 2025 seasons

Christmas Wine Gift Basket Featuring Castello Brie and Gourmet Snacks
Christmas Wine Gift Basket Featuring Castello Brie and Gourmet Snacks
$153.99
Inside: Two Bottles of Wine, Castello Brie, Hollyberry Assorted Individual Wrapped Chocolates
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Christmas Wine and Gourmet Chocolate Basket in Wicker
Christmas Wine and Gourmet Chocolate Basket in Wicker
$166.99
Inside: 2 Bottles of Wine, Bruges Medium Roast Coffee, Divine Chocolate Enrobed Cherries Tote Box
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How the US shopped for Christmas

From Hazelton's USA orders in the 2023 and 2025 Christmas seasons, each counted from November 1 to December 24, set against all orders 2023–2025 where noted.

28%final weekof Christmas orders came in the seven days before Christmas Day; 7% in the last three · Christmas seasons 2023 and 2025
42%over two weeks aheadof Christmas orders were placed more than two weeks early; 19% in November · Christmas seasons 2023 and 2025
42%$100 to $149of Christmas orders were worth $100 to $149; 28% were under $100 · Christmas seasons 2023 and 2025
40%company giftsof Christmas orders came from companies, against 34% of all orders 2023–2025 · Christmas seasons 2023 and 2025
12%to Californiaof Christmas gifts went to California; New York took 8%, Florida 7%, Texas 6% and New Jersey 4% · Christmas seasons 2023 and 2025
21%to Canadaof Christmas orders went to addresses in Canada · Christmas seasons 2023 and 2025

Choosing a Christmas gift

What the season's US orders suggest.

Wine is the favourite

Wine was in 34% of Christmas orders and 30% of all orders 2023–2025. The Christmas wine baskets suit any adult who enjoys a glass.

Sparkling for a toast

Sparkling wine was in 14% of Christmas orders, close to the 15% of all orders 2023–2025. The champagne baskets cover a New Year toast too.

Skip the bottle

For a family with children, an office or a recipient who does not drink, the Christmas baskets with no alcohol need no ID at the door.

Festive late, general early

45% of final-week orders included a Christmas or holiday gift, against 8% in November. Early gifts can be anything the recipient will enjoy.

Weekend orders leave Monday

Only 15% of Christmas orders were placed on a Saturday or Sunday, and the courier runs Monday to Friday, so a weekend order goes out on the Monday.

One basket, one address

97% of Christmas orders were a single gift. For a list of recipients, company gifting below is the simpler route.

Company gifting at Christmas

40% of Christmas orders were company gifts, against 34% of all orders 2023–2025. Companies also ordered earlier: 47% of their Christmas orders were placed more than two weeks ahead, and only 21% in the final week, against 32% of other orders.

  1. 1Pick gifts by price band from the guide above
  2. 2Gather each recipient's address and ZIP code
  3. 3Check the first delivery date for each ZIP code in the checker
  4. 4Order by Friday, December 18 for courier delivery
Corporate giftingBulk discountCorporate gift baskets
Christmas Wine and Gourmet Chocolate Basket in WickerChristmas Wine and Gourmet Chocolate Basket in Wicker · $166.99

Christmas by city and state

Each city and state page sets out its own delivery times.

All delivery areas

Christmas gift questions

What is the last day to order for Christmas?

Courier: Friday, December 18. Same-day, only in New York City, North Jersey and the Los Angeles area: 11 a.m. local time on Thursday, December 24.

Is anything delivered on Christmas Day?

No. There are no deliveries on December 25, Thanksgiving or New Year's Day, and courier deliveries run Monday to Friday only.

Does the recipient need ID?

Yes, when the gift holds wine, champagne, beer or spirits: the recipient must be 21+ and show photo ID. Gifts without alcohol need no ID.

Is delivery free?

Free from $100 per address, except Hawaii and Alaska. Below that, the charge shows at checkout before you pay.

How do I track an order?

Use the track your order page with the email address and order number, or call (844) 444-8420, Eastern time, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week.

Can I send a gift to Canada?

Yes. 21% of Christmas orders here went to Canadian addresses (23% in 2025). Hazeltons also runs a Canadian store at hazeltons.ca.

Can I talk to someone?

Yes: call (844) 444-8420, Eastern time, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. There is also the contact page and the FAQ page.