The short answer: order by Tuesday, December 15 for standard shipping or Wednesday, December 16 for Priority to get beef stick gifts delivered before Christmas in the lower 48 states. Pick a gift by price from our under $25, under $50 or under $100 collections, add a free gift message at checkout, and if you are past the cutoff, send a gift card by email.
Order by dates for Christmas 2026
We ship from Lebanon, Pennsylvania in 1 to 2 business days. These dates allow for that, plus the US Postal Service's recommended 2026 holiday send-by dates.
| Shipping method | Order by | USPS ships by |
|---|---|---|
| USPS Ground Advantage (lower 48) | Tue, Dec 15 | Thu, Dec 17 |
| USPS Priority Mail (lower 48) | Wed, Dec 16 | Fri, Dec 18 |
| Alaska, Hawaii and US territories | Mon, Dec 14 | Wed, Dec 16 (Ground) |
| Gift card | Any time | Sent by email |
Orders of $59 or more ship free to the contiguous US. These are recommended dates, not guarantees, so earlier is always safer.
Shop Christmas gifts by price
- Gifts and stocking stuffers under $25: 7 oz Ole' Smokies packs, twin pack boxes and small gift bags
- Gifts under $50: velour and burlap gift bags, bouquets and samplers
- Gifts under $100: gift boxes, coolers and tool boxes
For picks by person and budget, see our beef stick gift guide.
Office gifts, Secret Santa and white elephant
For a whole office or crew, the Beef Stick Breakroom Box (40 pieces) keeps everyone snacking through the holidays. For Secret Santa or white elephant limits, the under $25 collection is the place to start. Many gifts hold individually wrapped sticks, so they are easy to share.
Stocking stuffers
Single sticks, 7 oz packs and twin packs fit in a stocking. See our stocking stuffer guide for ideas.
Not sure what they like?
The Surprise Box is a hand-packed mix of sticks and snacks in Mild, Hot or Mixed, and it ships free. A gift card lets them choose for themselves.
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FAQ
When should I order beef stick gifts for Christmas?
By Tuesday, December 15 for USPS Ground Advantage or Wednesday, December 16 for Priority Mail, for delivery before December 25 in the lower 48 states. Alaska, Hawaii and US territories should order by Monday, December 14.
Can I ship a gift straight to someone?
Yes. Enter their address at checkout and add a free gift message.
Do beef stick gifts need to be refrigerated?
No. Sealed meat sticks are shelf stable, so they can travel and sit under the tree. See how long beef sticks last.
What if I miss the shipping cutoff?
Send a Beefsticks.com gift card. It is delivered by email, so it arrives in time.

