DoorDash Launches Holiday Deals and Catering Expansion
The holiday promotions run through early December and include Black Friday discounts with major retailers and expanded catering across the United States.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Couponing
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DoorDash has announced holiday offerings including Black Friday discounts of up to 50% with Best Buy, Ulta Beauty, Lowe's, and Macy's, along with digital gift card deals and a holiday gifting hub. The company is also expanding its catering service to consumers and workplaces across the U.S.
Why it matters
The promotions give shoppers a range of discounts on holiday purchases and gift cards during the busiest shopping period of the year. The catering expansion extends the platform's offerings to larger group orders for offices and events.
Promotions include up to 50% off with four named retailers from Nov. 23-30 and 20% off orders of $60 or more with a Christmas tree, capped at $20, from Nov. 15 to Dec. 7. Meal Boxes are offered at a fixed $12 item subtotal with a $0 delivery fee, though the source does not specify how many restaurants have adopted this option.
The players
DoorDash
DoorDash is a food delivery and local commerce platform that connects consumers with restaurants and retail partners across the United States.
Best Buy
Best Buy is a large American consumer electronics retailer and one of the promotional partners in the Black Friday offering.
Macy's
Macy's is a major American department store chain participating in the Black Friday discount promotion.
Lowe's
Lowe's is a home improvement retailer and a promotional partner for the Black Friday discounts.
Ulta Beauty
Ulta Beauty is a beauty products retailer participating in the Black Friday promotion with DoorDash.
The details
Shoppers can access daily surprises for DashPass members from Nov. 1-6 through the DashPass Holiday Haul in the app. A new gifting hub organizes items by category, product type, and retailer, while catering orders carry no delivery fees beyond other applicable service fees and include real-time tracking and a 100% on-time money-back guarantee.
Timeline
Nov. 1-6: DashPass members receive daily exclusive surprises through the DashPass Holiday Haul.
Nov. 15 to Dec. 7: 20% off orders of $60 or more that include a Christmas tree, up to $20 off.
Nov. 23-30: Black Friday discounts of up to 50% with Best Buy, Ulta Beauty, Lowe's, and Macy's.
Nov. 27: 20% off digital gift cards for DashPass members and 10% for others, with a $25 maximum purchase.
Market Landscape
DoorDash's holiday promotions and catering expansion come as it prepares to acquire Instacart for roughly $17 billion, with the deal expected to close in late 2027 or early 2028 pending regulatory approval. The moves position DoorDash to compete across restaurant, grocery, and retail delivery during the holiday season.
Shoppers planning holiday purchases can take advantage of the Nov. 23-30 Black Friday discounts with the listed retailers and the Nov. 27 digital gift card offer. Families planning office or group events can use the catering service, which requires ordering up to 14 days in advance.
The takeaway
Holiday deals often stack across delivery apps, retailers, and gift cards, so comparing the Nov. 23-30 retailer discounts against the Nov. 27 gift card offer can help shoppers choose where to spend. Planning catering orders two weeks ahead can also help secure availability for group events.
What happens next
The Instacart acquisition is expected to close in late 2027 or early 2028, pending regulatory approval.
Further reading
Find more on Couponing strategies for stretching holiday budgets.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Chain Store Age.
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