Black Friday Christmas Gifts: How to Get Your BBQ Christmas Sorted Early


Black Friday is the best time to tick off your Christmas list, and if the people on it love cooking over fire, it's even better. Shopping for Black Friday Christmas gifts now gives you the pick of the range, plenty of breathing room for delivery and none of the Christmas Eve scramble.

 

Whether you're after a stocking filler for a mate, a show-stopper for the family or a new cooker for your own Christmas Day cook-up, a bit of planning goes a long way. Here's how to make the most of the sale and have everything sorted well before the big day.

 

Key takeaways

  • Build your list around what each person actually cooks on and what they've been hinting at.
  • Order early. Courier networks get slammed in December, and delivery times are estimates, not guarantees.
  • Click & Collect from our Seaford showroom puts your order aside with your name on it, ready to pick up when it suits you.
  • Picking up a big BBQ yourself can save you a fair whack on freight.
  • Not sure what to get? Ask our team in store, over the phone or on live chat.

Make Your List: BBQ Gift Ideas for Every BBQ Lover

The best BBQ gifts start with a bit of detective work. Before you go near the sale, jot down everyone on your list and ask yourself a few questions:

 

  • What do they cook on now? A kettle, a gas BBQ, a spit or a smoker all need different gear.
  • What have they been banging on about trying? A slow-smoked brisket, a whole lamb on the spit, proper woodfired pizza?
  • What's worn out or missing? Tongs that have seen better days, no decent thermometer, a cooker sitting out in the weather with no cover.
  • What's your budget for each person? Set it now, before the deals start doing the talking.
     

Then work it into a casual chat at the next cook-up. Don't make it obvious. "Still using that old thermometer?" over a beer tells you plenty, and saves you buying something they picked up last month.

 

Once you've got your intel, sort your gifts for BBQ lovers into three easy buckets:

 


 




 

  • Big Ticket BBQs: A spit roaster like the 1200 Stainless Steel Hooded Spartan is perfect for whole lambs, pigs and family feasts. Built to last, it's the kind of gift that'll bring everyone together for years to come. This is where the Black Friday savings really count.





 


Still short on ideas? Our guide to BBQ Christmas gifts for every budget is a good place to start.


Order Early in the Black Friday BBQ Sale

Here's the simple truth: the earlier you order, the better your chances of getting it before you need it. Getting your gifts sorted in the Black Friday BBQ sale gives you weeks of buffer, not days.

 

We aim to get in-stock orders out the door as quickly as we can. Once your parcel is with the courier, though, the timing is in their hands. December is their busiest stretch of the year, and delays are common right across the country. Leave it until mid-December, and you're rolling the dice.

 

A few ways to give your order the best shot:
 

  • Choose express shipping. The shipping calculator on each product page shows express options where they're available. For urgent or bulky orders, give us a call, and we can look at express or overnight options for you.

 


 

  • Add VIP Priority Processing. VIP Priority Order Processing moves your order to the front of our processing queue, so it's picked, packed and handed over as soon as possible


  • Order in-stock items early. If you've got your eye on a popular item, don't wait for the last week of the sale.

Estimated Delivery Times After Dispatch

These are the typical standard (non-express) transit times once your order leaves our Seaford dispatch centre. They're estimates, not promises. Actual delivery depends on how quickly the courier can get it to you, and December can add extra days.

 

Destination

Estimated transit time

Melbourne metro

1 to 3 business days

Sydney and Adelaide metro

2 to 3 business days

Brisbane metro

3 to 4 business days

Perth and Tasmania metro

5 to 6 business days

Darwin metro

8 to 9 business days

Regional areas

Add 2 to 3 business days


You'll find the full details on our shipping and returns page.

Click & Collect From Our Seaford Showroom

If you're in Melbourne or happy to make the drive, Click & Collect takes the courier out of the equation. Pay online, and your order is set aside with your name on it, ready to pick up from our Seaford showroom when it suits you.

 

 

It's a handy way to lock in gifts during the sale without worrying about delivery windows. You also get to check everything is right before Christmas Day, and there's no big box left on the doorstep for the kids to spot.

Picking Up a Big BBQ Saves on Freight

This is the one a lot of people miss. Big-ticket items like spit roasters and smokers are heavy and bulky, and freight on them adds up fast. If you've got a ute, a trailer or a decent-sized car, picking up a big BBQ yourself can save you a good chunk on shipping.

 

Our team will help you load it, so you don't need to bring a mate along for the lift. Just bring straps or tie-downs, and check your boot or tray space before you head out.

 

 

Not Sure What to Get? Ask Our Experts

Buying BBQ gear for someone else can be a bit of a minefield. Which spit suits a family of eight? Is a smoker going to suit someone who's only ever cooked on gas? That's exactly what our team is here for.
 

 

Come into the Seaford showroom and you'll find a big range set up on the floor, so you can lift the lids, check the build quality and get a real feel for the size of things. Our team cooks on this gear, so they'll ask the right questions about how the person cooks and how many they feed, then point you in the right direction.

 

Can't get to Seaford? You'll get the same straight-talking advice by calling us on 1300 002 771 or jumping on live chat.

 

And if you're still torn, a BBQ Spit Rotisseries Gift Voucher lets them choose for themselves. It's a safe bet for the person who already seems to own everything.

 

 

Get In Early and Enjoy the Lead-Up

A bit of planning now means December is about the cook-ups, not the panic. Make your list, order early, use Click & Collect or pick up the big stuff yourself, and lean on our team if you're stuck. Do that and you'll be everyone's favourite on Christmas Day, with the bonus that nobody needs to know you grabbed it all in the Black Friday sale.

Fire It Up

Ready to start ticking off the list? Browse our BBQ gift packs for ready-to-wrap ideas, or come and see us in Seaford for a hand finding the perfect gift.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Black Friday a good time to buy Christmas gifts?

Yes, it's one of the best times to do it. You get the sale and more time for delivery, before couriers hit their December peak. It also takes the pressure off, because your list is sorted weeks before Christmas Eve.

How long will my BBQ order take to arrive before Christmas?

It depends on where you are and how quickly the courier can get it to you. As a rough guide, standard delivery is about 1 to 3 business days to Melbourne metro and longer for other capitals and regional areas once your order has been dispatched. These are estimates, not guarantees, and December delays are common, so order as early as you can.

Can I pick up my order instead of having it delivered?

Yes. Choose Click & Collect, pay online, and your order is set aside with your name on it at our Seaford showroom. It's a good option if you want to skip the courier and check your gifts before Christmas.

Does picking up a big BBQ save money?

It usually does, because freight on large items like spit roasters and smokers can add up. If you have a ute, trailer or large car, collecting it yourself avoids that cost, and our team will help you load it.

What's a good BBQ gift if I don't know what they need?

A gift voucher is the safest choice, because they get to pick exactly what they want. If you'd rather choose something yourself, call or visit our team and they'll help you match a gift to how that person cooks.

Can I return a BBQ gift if it's not right?

Eligible items can be returned within 60 days under our change of mind policy, as long as they're unopened and in their original packaging. Some conditions and exclusions apply, including perishable goods like rubs and sauces, so check the policy or ask our team before you buy.