Saltbox

holiday hub

From shipping checklists to fulfillment playbooks, Saltbox is your all-in-one command center for holiday season success. Let’s sleigh this season—together.

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Black Friday ecommerce strategy: Complete 2025 guide to maximize holiday sales
Discover a comprehensive Black Friday ecommerce strategy for 2025 to maximize your holiday sales. Learn expert tips on technical optimization, targeted marketing, inventory planning, and customer retention to boost your online store’s performance during the busiest shopping season.
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On-demand events to prep like a pro

Peak season playbook: Scaling smarter during the holidays

Packed with founder insights, practical tools, and insider updates, the peak season playbook virtual conference gives you everything you need to survive—and slay—the busiest time of year.
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Downloadable Resources

Holiday prep on demand

Holiday fulfillment planning

The state of peak season logistics 2025

BFCM readiness checklist

key dates

Mark your calendar: Important dates to know

Plan smarter, not harder. Track critical deadlines, carrier cutoffs, and ecommerce milestones so your Q4 goes off without a hitch.

November 28, 2025
Black Friday
December 1, 2025
Cyber Monday
December 14, 2025 (at sundown)
Hannukah begins
December 15, 2025
FedEx Ground Economy shipping cutoff
December 17, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 5 day transit shipping cutoff
December 17, 2025
USPS Ground Advantage and First-Class Mail shipping cutoff
December 18, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 4 day transit shipping cutoff
December 18, 2025
USPS Priority Mail shipping cutoff
December 19, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 3 day transit shipping cutoff
December 19, 2025
FedEx Express Saver shipping cutoff
December 19, 2025
UPS 3 Day Select shipping cutoff
December 22, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 2 day transit shipping cutoff
December 22, 2025
FedEx 2Day & FedEx 2Day AM shipping cutoff
December 22, 2025
UPS 2nd Day Air shipping cutoff
December 23, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 1 day transit shipping cutoff
December 23, 2025
FedEx First Overnight, FedEx Priority Overnight, FedEx Standard Overnight shipping cutoffs
December 23, 2025
UPS Next Day Air shipping cutoff
December 23, 2025
FedEx SameDay shipping cutoff
December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve
December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
December 26, 2025
Kwanzaa begins
November 28, 2025
Black Friday
December 1, 2025
Cyber Monday
December 14, 2025 (at sundown)
Hannukah begins
December 15, 2025
FedEx Ground Economy shipping cutoff
December 17, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 5 day transit shipping cutoff
December 17, 2025
USPS Ground Advantage and First-Class Mail shipping cutoff
December 18, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 4 day transit shipping cutoff
December 18, 2025
USPS Priority Mail shipping cutoff
December 19, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 3 day transit shipping cutoff
December 19, 2025
FedEx Express Saver shipping cutoff
December 19, 2025
UPS 3 Day Select shipping cutoff
December 22, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 2 day transit shipping cutoff
December 22, 2025
FedEx 2Day & FedEx 2Day AM shipping cutoff
December 22, 2025
UPS 2nd Day Air shipping cutoff
December 23, 2025
FedEx Ground & FedEx Home Delivery - 1 day transit shipping cutoff
December 23, 2025
FedEx First Overnight, FedEx Priority Overnight, FedEx Standard Overnight shipping cutoffs
December 23, 2025
UPS Next Day Air shipping cutoff
December 23, 2025
FedEx SameDay shipping cutoff
December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve
December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
December 26, 2025
Kwanzaa begins
Holiday Gift Guides

Your holiday inspo corner

Fresh finds, small biz magic. Discover the best gifts straight from our member brands.

The ultimate small business holiday gift guide 2025

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OFFERS

Exclusive holiday offers from our members

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Treo Organics

15% off at Treo Organics

Use code SALT15 for 15% off your entire order.

Offer valid through 12/31.

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Smriti Designs Gift Shop

20% off at Smriti Designs Gift Shop

Use code SALTBOX20 for 20% off entire order.

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The Modern Dane

20% off at The Modern Dane

Use code SALTBOX20 for 20% off your entire purchase.

Offer vaid through 12/31.

Apparel
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Colorado Threads

25% off at Colorado Threads

Use code SALTBOXCOMMUNITY for 25% the entire website.

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Health & wellness
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CBD Made Easy

40% off at CBD Made Easy

Use code SBGIFTGUIDE for 40% off your order.

Offer valid through 12/21 and can be used more than once.

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Colorado Threads

25% off at Colorado Threads

Use code SALTBOXCOMMUNITY for 25% the entire website.

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Beauty
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Treo Organics

15% off at Treo Organics

Use code SALT15 for 15% off your entire order.

Offer valid through 12/31.

Health & wellness
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CBD Made Easy

40% off at CBD Made Easy

Use code SBGIFTGUIDE for 40% off your order.

Offer valid through 12/21 and can be used more than once.

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The Modern Dane

20% off at The Modern Dane

Use code SALTBOX20 for 20% off your entire purchase.

Offer vaid through 12/31.

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Shipping Resources

Ship smarter this season

Cut through the holiday chaos with expert shipping advice and cost-saving tools.

Costs
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2025 Holiday shipping surcharges: Carrier breakdowns

Coming in August

key dates
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Holiday shipping deadlines 2025

tips
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How to optimize your pick-and-pack process for peak 2025

Scaling peak operations with Saltbox

How [Bamblu] crushed peak season by switching to Saltbox before the holiday rush

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Testimonials

"Being a part of the Saltbox community since December 2020 has been a transformative experience. Saltbox has provided a safe and supportive environment that has been crucial in both our successful and challenging times, allowing me to learn, scale, and pivot my business."

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Testimonials

Why our community chooses Saltbox

Testimonials
"Saltbox came to Seattle exactly when I needed it! I was busting out of my home basement and Saltbox has been able to accommodate our growth, which is so hard to find as a small business. Aside from getting help with shipping and receiving our customer orders, Saltbox is simply a great place to come to work every day as a small business."
Tiffany Ju
Chunks
Founder
Testimonials
"Being a part of the Saltbox community since December 2020 has been a transformative experience for Bamblu (and me as a small business owner). Saltbox has provided a safe and supportive environment that has been crucial in both our successful and challenging times, allowing me to learn, scale, and pivot my business."
Angela Hawkins
Bamblu
Owner and Founder
Testimonials
"We moved into our first suite with Saltbox as a small but growing business that needed some warehouse space for our D2C distribution without breaking the bank. Saltbox provided the perfect solution for our growing needs and has been with us every step of the way as we’ve continued to scale."
Charlie Genry
BiotiQuest
Head of Operations
Testimonials
"I've been with Saltbox for the last year and a half and honestly would never be able to operate my small business selling snack foods, not only online, but through retailers across the country without Saltbox's help."
Jared Drinkwater
Low and Slow Snacks
CEO
Testimonials
“If it wasn’t for Saltbox, we would have made expensive mistakes and just been Googling random things to figure out how to best capitalize on high-traffic ecommerce events.”
Brea Fullerton
Shinery
Founder & CEO
Testimonials
"To have everything under one roof at Saltbox really allows us to be more streamlined operationally in sending out product."
Michelle Razavi
Elavi
Co-Founder
Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? Let’s clear the holiday haze

When should I move into Saltbox before peak season?

We recommend moving into your Saltbox suite at least 60–90 days before your peak sales period. This gives you time to organize your workspace, set up your fulfillment flow, and onboard with any Saltbox services to make the most of Q4.

What support does Saltbox offer during the holidays?

From in-suite logistics to hands-on labor support, Saltbox has your back. Our team can help with receiving, pick-and-pack, FBA prep, and even custom kitting. Plus, our climate-controlled spaces and loading docks are designed to keep your operations running smoothly—no matter how wild the peak gets.

How does Parsel help with holiday shipping?

Parsel is Saltbox's shipping app partner that gives you access to discounted rates across UPS, USPS, FedEx, and regional carriers. You’ll get order batching tools, branded packaging support, and real-time tracking to reduce errors and boost delivery speed—without the third-party markup.

Can I use Saltbox just for Q4?

Heck yes. Many brands use Saltbox seasonally to handle peak demand, especially if their existing setup can’t scale. With flexible lease terms and no long-term commitments, Saltbox is the perfect seasonal solution for brands that want to crush Q4 without overcommitting.

How easy is it to switch from a 3PL?

Easier than your last breakup. We’ve helped tons of small businesses transition from traditional 3PLs with zero downtime. With Saltbox, you’ll regain control over your fulfillment, reduce missed delivery windows, and keep that personal touch your customers love.