Christmas Dinner Delivery: 2026 Holiday Guide

Christmas dinner delivery lets you serve a full holiday meal without spending Christmas Eve in the kitchen. At SendaMeal.com, you can order a fully cooked ham, prime rib, turkey or beef Wellington dinner with sides and dessert, ship it to your own door or to family anywhere in the 48 contiguous states, and heat it when you are ready. Christmas Day falls on Friday, December 25, 2026, so order early and plan for thawing time.

What is Christmas dinner delivery?

Christmas dinner delivery is a chef-prepared holiday meal shipped to a home or office. Our meals arrive frozen, packed with dry ice in insulated packaging, and ship by FedEx or UPS. You thaw, heat and serve on your schedule. It is not hot local catering, so dinner does not depend on a restaurant being open on December 25. Browse every option in our Christmas meal delivery collection or the wider holiday meals shop.

Which Christmas dinner should I order?

Choose by guest count first, then by the centerpiece your family expects on the table.

• Dinner for two: The Filet Mignon Dinner For Two pairs two hand-cut 5 oz. filets with sides and dessert. For a special night, the Filet & Lobster Meal for Two adds surf to the turf.
• Two or four guests: The Beef Wellington Special Complete Dinner comes in serves-2 and serves-4 sizes.
• Family of four: The Honey Bourbon Salmon Dinner For Four is a lighter alternative to red meat.
• Classic Christmas ham (up to 8): The Holiday Ham Dinner centers on a 7-9 lb. bone-in, spiral-sliced artisan ham cured with Vermont maple syrup, plus sides and dessert.
• Prime rib for a crowd (8): The Prime Rib Dinner is the traditional steakhouse-style Christmas roast.
• Big family (10): The Roasted Turkey Complete Dinner features a fully cooked herb roasted whole turkey with sides and dessert.

Check each product page for exact contents, serving sizes and heating steps, because they vary by dinner. You can also compare every bundled option in complete meals.

Can I build my own Christmas dinner?

Yes. Start with a centerpiece such as the Ham and Turkey Duo or the Herb Roasted Whole Turkey. Add classic sides like Crème Fraîche Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Almondine, Sweet Potato Casserole and Gourmet Dinner Rolls. Finish with the Holiday Pie Duo, a Caramel Apple Pie or the Danish Kringle Duo. See more in our sides and desserts categories.

What about Christmas morning?

Breakfast is the meal most hosts forget. The Best-Selling Brunch Sampler and Iced Cinnamon Rolls give you an easy Christmas morning while the main dinner thaws in the refrigerator.

Are there gluten-free Christmas dinner options?

Yes. The Gluten-free Surf and Turf Bundle and the rest of our gluten-free meals are a good starting point. Review the ingredients and allergen details on each product page before you order for someone with celiac disease or a severe allergy.

When should I order Christmas dinner delivery?

Order early in December. Delivery timing depends on the product and the shipping method you choose, so check our current Delivery Dates & Shipping Schedule before you check out. With Standard delivery you can pick an estimated Wednesday, Thursday or Friday delivery date at checkout, but Christmas Day itself is not available. Items labeled Quick Ship can be found in our Quick Ship collection.

Then leave time to thaw. Large roasts like our prime rib need 2-3 days in the refrigerator. The USDA notes that a large frozen item like a turkey needs at least 24 hours of refrigerator thawing for every 5 pounds (USDA FSIS: The Big Thaw). For a large roast, aim for delivery by Friday, December 18, which leaves room for carrier delays and a full thaw.

Can I send Christmas dinner as a gift?

Yes. Enter your loved one's address at checkout and add a free gift message. Christmas dinner delivery is a thoughtful gift for parents, grandparents, a family who just had a baby, or anyone who cannot travel home this year. Make sure the recipient has freezer space and can bring the package inside promptly. See how it works or explore more meal gifts and gift baskets.

Running late? Our Delivered Today collection offers digital gift cards and meal vouchers sent by email. The recipient redeems the gift, and any meals ship separately.

Christmas dinner delivery FAQs

Does Christmas dinner delivery arrive hot?

No. Meals ship frozen with dry ice. Follow the included instructions to thaw and heat. Some items reheat, while others need to be baked.

Where do you deliver Christmas dinner?

We ship to the 48 contiguous United States. We do not currently ship meals to Alaska or Hawaii.

Can I choose the delivery date?

With Standard delivery, you can choose an estimated delivery date at checkout. Standard dates are estimates, not guarantees, and are not offered on Christmas, New Year's Day or Thanksgiving.

Is this a one-time order?

Yes. You pay only for what you order. There are no memberships or recurring charges.

How long do Christmas leftovers last?

The USDA says leftovers keep 3-4 days in the refrigerator or 3-4 months in the freezer. Refrigerate them within 2 hours of serving (USDA FSIS: Leftovers and Food Safety).

Do you have a Thanksgiving dinner too?

Yes. Read our Thanksgiving dinner delivery guide or shop the Thanksgiving collection.

Ready to take Christmas dinner off your list? Shop Christmas dinner delivery today, or contact us with questions about holiday timing.