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Share Your Holiday Shopping List for 50 FREE BIDS!

Share Your Christmas Shopping List for 50 FREE BIDS!

E-mail your Holiday Shopping List to [email protected] for 50 free bid credits! To be eligible you must have purchased a bid pack on your account. This challenge ends on November 24th.

Ho ho ho, DealDash fans! 🎄 The magical season of twinkling lights and festive spirit is upon us. It’s that time when our hearts, and Holiday Shopping List, grow bigger. We know that gift hunting can be daunting, but don’t worry! We’re here to sprinkle holiday cheer and present a special DEAL to brighten your season.

Santa’s Little Helpers Wanted

Here’s the exciting news: we’re inviting all DealDash customers to share their Holiday Shopping List. Email yours to [email protected]. Wondering why? Because when you do, you’ll receive a generous gift of 50 free bids. The joy of giving is even greater when you save big!

To be eligible you must have purchased a bid pack on your account.
We will be accepting submissions until Sunday, November 24th.

Unwrap Exciting Deals on DealDash

As you check off items from your Holiday shopping list, make sure to explore the exciting deals available on DealDash. Here are some standout items that are perfect for gifting this holiday season:

Electronics and Gadgets: Delight the tech lovers in your life with high-end tablets and noise-canceling headphones. Imagine scoring the Beats Studio Pro – Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones to make their holiday unforgettable.
Home Appliances: Transform household chores with the latest home appliances. Hot on the auctions now is the coolest Nostalgia Retro Compact Countertop Microwave Oven – 0.7 Cu. Ft. in Orange
Luxury Items: Add a touch of elegance with luxurious watches and designer handbags. The Fyn & Fia – Amelia Saddle Bag in Sunkissed Raffia & Dark Brown is sure to impress anyone, perfectly suited to all ages and styles!
Kids’ Toys and Games: Keep the little ones entertained with popular toys and games. We love the Kodak Mini Shot 3 Retro 2-in-1 Portable 3×3” Wireless Instant Camera & Photo Printer.
Stocking Stuffers: Win and pay less for the ultimate stocking stuffers! We got you covered with mini grooming sets, perfume, wireless earphones, gift cards and gadgets and the cutest winter warmers for the kiddos!

Start Your Holiday Shopping Early

We understand that it’s easy to procrastinate with holiday shopping (we’ve all been there). But getting a head start has its perks. By sending in your Holiday shopping list, you not only earn free bids but also ensure you grab the season’s hottest items before it’s too late! Don’t let the Victrola Haley Retro Bluetooth Record Player – Red + L’or De Seraphine Medium Ceramic Jar Candle Bundle slip through your fingers, get started early and enjoy the holiday season more.

How to Send Your Holiday Shopping List

Joining in on the fun is simple as pie (or should we say, yule log?). Follow these easy steps:

Craft your Holiday shopping list. Don’t worry if it’s long or short. Anything goes!
Email your list to [email protected].
Wait for your confirmation email and watch as 50 free bids magically appear in your account.

Spread the Holiday Cheer

Keep this deal a secret? Not a chance! Share the news with your family and friends who also love DealDash. The more people, the more shopping lists, the more free bids for everyone. It’s truly a win-win for the whole DealDash community!

Happy holiday shopping, DealDashers! We’re eager to see your lists and help you make this Holiday the most memorable one yet. Ready, set, SHOP! 🎁

To be eligible you must have purchased a bid pack on your account.
We will be accepting submissions until Sunday, November 24th.

If you’re new to DealDash or the bidding fee online auction scene, use the promo code “FREEBIDS” when you sign up to score an extra 100 free bids with your first Bid Pack purchase.

Labour vs. Labor: A Long Weekend For Both Nations!

Oh, Labour Day Weekend! The grand finale of summer where folks across the pond gloriously forget the proper spelling of “labor.” So let’s travel back in time to the late 19th century. Imagine a group of hardworking workers (who wore mustaches and ridiculously high-waisted pants) demanding better working conditions. They were like, “Hey, we deserve an extra day to go fishing or, I dunno, take up synchronized napping!” Hence, this spectacular holiday was born out of the hustle to not hustle. 🎉

Time to Chill and Grill

Bring on the BBQ cookouts and squeezing the very last drop out of summer! Speaking of drops, why not opt for a super refreshing mocktail this labour day to get those taste buds tingling? A watermelon mint cooler is like a summer kiss in a glass (without the awkward first-date vibes). Blend diced watermelon, fresh mint leaves, a squeeze of lime juice, and a splash of sparkling water. Serve over ice.

For the BBQ main event, you can’t go wrong with some lip-smacking BBQ ribs. Simply mix ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika. Add a pinch of salt for an easy and delicious BBQ rib sauce. Keep it classic yet fabulous with a side of creamy coleslaw. It’s crunchy, it’s tangy, and it complements those ribs like a perfect dance partner.

Last but certainly not least, you can’t throw a summer bash without s’mores! Gooey marshmallow, melty chocolate, stuffed between graham crackers, creating a bite-sized explosion of nostalgia and happiness. There you have it, folks: a Labour Day menu guaranteed to get everybody home safe and in bed by 8 p.m. 😜

Three exciting days at DealDash!

Now, a bit of a drum roll please! I know you’re not reading this blog post for a history lesson on our grand tradition of lazing around … We’ve got an epic Labour Day Weekend that’s sure to impress!

First up, we have a brand new BBQ Bundle up for grabs in the auctions. Get your bids ready for the Masterbuilt Gravity Series 800 Digital Charcoal Griddle + Grill + Smoker + Wilson & Miller Solid Steak Knives Set of 4 – 5.5-inch Serrated Stainless Steel Blade Pakkawood Handle auction. Be the ultimate backyard BBQ hero, no superpowers required.

We’ve got a ton of new items launching this weekend! Combined with discounted bid packs, you’re all set to see fireworks! 🎆

Half-price Wins, Time As Highest Bidder multipliers and Overload auctions are just a few things to look forward to this Labour Day Weekend.

Fire up DealDash or hop on the DealDash App to see the awesome deals we’ve got lined up for Labour Day Weekend—you won’t be disappointed!

All of us here at DealDash wish you a fantastically fun and safe Labour Day!

If you’re new to DealDash or the bidding fee online auction scene, use the promo code “FREEBIDS” when you sign up to score an extra 100 free bids with your first Bid Pack purchase.

Happy 4th of July!

America is a tune. It must be sung together. -Gerald Stanley Lee

All of us here at DealDash just want to wish you a Happy 4th of July! Today marks a whopping 248 years since the United States Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776. And while none of us can claim to have been there for the first few iterations of the 4th of July, now there are more Americans than ever who are excited to celebrate this historic day.

On behalf of all of us here at DealDash, we wish you a happy and safe 4th of July!

Do you have any special 4th of July plans? Keep reading to learn a bit about Independence Day, find out the most popular ways Americans are celebrating this year, and see what DealDash has in store for this special day.

The 4th of July: How it started

The 4th of July as USA’s Independence Day dates back to the 18th century. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence. This marked the thirteen American colonies’ break from Great Britian. The Declaration of Independence was written primarily by Thomas Jefferson. It outlined the problems that the 13 colonies had against King George III and British rule. Some of the main grievances outlined were unfair laws made that the colonies had no control over, taxes imposed by the king, and opposition against British troops that were stationed in the colonies.

After the Declaration of Independence was signed, the Revolutionary War intensified. The war eventually ended in 1793 with the Treaty of Paris was signed. The treaty recognized the United States as an independent nation, a fact we still celebrate hundreds of years later.

How will you celebrate?

So how do Americans choose to celebrate the 4th of July? Does one simply grab a cold beverage, light off some fireworks, and yell out, “Happy 4th of July!” to any and all passerbys? Well, yes and no. While food, fireworks, and a sense of patriotic unity rule the day, there are other ways to celebrate, too.

One very popular way to celebrate this year is by lounging at the pool, going for a swim or going boating to try and beat the heat. According to NPR, about 150 million people in the U.S. are affected this 4th of July weekend by extreme heat. There are excessive heat warnings in Mississippi, Arkansas, Arizona, Washington and other states. This extreme heat might disrupt some fireworks shows as some states are experiencing elevated fire warnings. But on the other hand, the heat makes a nice cool dip in the pool all the more appetizing.

You can also celebrate the 4th by watching a local parade, or attending a community celebration, like a historical reenactment or a picnic.

Be sure to celebrate the 4th with DealDash, too!

One thing is for certain this year: you should be celebrating the 4th of July with us on DealDash!

We have a few Independence Day surprises in store for you. For starters, today you can enjoy more rewards with a 3x TAHB multiplier! This means that you will collect time for being the highest bidder three times more quickly than normal! Who knows? Today might be your day to hit a milestone level for huge rewards!

We also are offering runner-up auctions that give a Buy It Now discount of 50% off to the bidder who finishes second. This can give you the chance to change your bidding strategy and even bid on items you normally wouldn’t!

Log into DealDash or hop on the DealDash App to see what else we have in store for the 4th, you will not be disappointed!

Once more, all of us here at DealDash wish you a happy and safe 4th of July!

Happy 4th, and happy bidding!

If you are new to DealDash or the bidding fee online auction model and want to give it a try, use the promo code “FREEBIDS” upon registration to get an extra 100 free bids with your first Bid Pack purchase.

Thanksgiving is the Time to Give Thanks, Watch Sports, and Go Shopping!

We’re entering a special time of the year: the days are getting shorter, football is on T.V. around the clock, and folks are putting up Chistmas lights. What does all of this mean? It means that Thanksgiving and Black Friday are right around the corner!

A grandmother serves up Thanksgiving turkey to her happy family. — Thanksgiving is best known for large family dinners with lots of leftover turkey!

Are you ready for Thanksgiving yet? Do you have any Black Friday or Cyber Monday shopping plans? Yes? No? Either way, keep reading to find out more about current Thanksgiving trends and also how DealDash and the DealDash App can be the most important part of Black Friday and Holiday Shopping for you.

Giving thanks and tons of turkey

Every year Americans come together on the fourth Thursday of November to celebrate Thanksgiving. This year it falls on November 23rd. And while Thanksgiving, or Turkey Day as it’s informally known as, is celebrated primarily by Americans, it is also celebrated in Canada, and parts of Europe and Australia, too. Generally, people celebrate Thanksgiving by gathering with their family, remembering their blessings and practicing gratitude, and eating a large meal together.

Thanksgiving traditions can vary from family to family, but there are some cornerstones that generally remain the same. If the nickname ”Turkey Day” doesn’t give it away, Thanksgiving is a holiday based around food, and the most important part of Thanksgiving dinner is Turkey! According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Americans eat over 45 million Turkeys on Thanksgiving! With so much turkey being consumed, it’s no surpise that people are constantly thinking up new ways to cook it.

One of the most traditional ways of preparing a thanksgiving turkey is to roast it with potatoes and stuffing. And while it’s hard to go wrong with this classic way of preparing your Thanksgiving bird, there have been some new Thanksgiving cooking trends emerging.

About 50 years ago, the invention of propane burners created the possibility of deep-frying entire turkeys. A deep-fried turkey is a delicious Thanksgiving treat, but it can be very risky. The hot oil will react with any moisture in the turkey, so it is important to make sure that the bird is first fully thawed before attemting to deep-fry it. This may seem like an un-needed safety warning, but Newsweek reports that millions of dollars of property damage, serious injury and even deaths occur each Thanksgiving as a result of exploding deep-fried turkeys. So remember, safety first!

One new trend involves ditching turkey for vegetarian or vegan-friendly options. Millions of Americans eat meat-free diets, but they still want to celebrate Thanksgiving with a special meal. So, they replace the classic Thanksgiving turkey with tofu, soy, or hearty vegetables, like squash, yams, or pumpkin. Replacing meat with vegetarian alternatives goes in the face of tradition, and originally, meatless Thanksgiving alternatives like Tofurkey (a tofu dish that is supposed to be the centerpiece of a Thanksgiving meal) was widely ridiculed. But nowadays, there are options galore.

For example, Bon Appetite online published a list of over 50 vegan Thanksgiving dishes that they guarantee to be popular. From salads to special chutneys to cassaroles, these dishes are worth a try for vegans, vegetarians, and meat eaters alike!

A time for sports and shopping, too!

It’s clear that family and food are at the center of Thanksgiving. But there are some other important pillars of Thanksgiving Week, too! The first is football. Chances are, you have watched quite a few games already this year! Football season begins around the end of August, and peaks in late November and early December, with major championships, like the major NCAA bowl games and the super bowl being played in the early part of the new year. Many high schools and universities have their season-ending games or homecoming games around Thanksgiving. This makes it a common activity for many Americans to go and watch a game in person over Thanksgiving weekend.

America’s professional football league, the NFL, has historically played games on Thanksgiving. Eating too much, and settling into a comfortable couch or easy chair to watch the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions playhas become an important part of Thanksgiving for football fans everywhere.

Have you been watching much football on T.V. this season? If so, then you’ve probably seen a DealDash commercial or two. And while it is true that DealDash offers exciting auctions and a great shopping experience every day of the year, this week is an especially great time to check out DealDash.com or open the DealDash App because Black Friday Week is in full swing!

A whole week of Black Friday Deals on DealDash

Thanksgiving is a beloved holiday for food lovers and football fanatics, but bargain hunters and saavy shoppers love this time of year, too. Why? Because Black Friday always is the day aftter Thanksgiving. Black Friday is the day when stores hold their biggest sales of the year. DealDash has always pulled out all the stops for Black Friday, and this year is no exception. Black Friday Week on DealDash starts on Monday, November 20th and will last through Sunday, November 26th. Be sure to check out what’s on offer!

We don’t want to spoil the surprise completely, but we will give you a few hints about Black Friday Week. Do you like it when bidpacks are on sale? Good, this week they will be sold at one of the lowest prices all year. How about exciting auction twists, like Triple-booked auctions or Runner-up auctions? Well, you will be happy to hear that we have special types of auctions planned all week.

We even have an auction for a brand new, luxurious, once-in-a-lifetime four-wheeled treat scheduled to begin during Black Friday Week. Curious to see what we mean? Log into DealDash and look under the Motors Category for more information. We hope that you enjoy DealDash’s Black Friday Week and that you manage to get some early Christmas shopping done.

Above all, we wish you and your family a very happy Thanksgiving filled with good food, great company, and lots to be grateful for.

Here Comes Halloween!

All across America trees are shedding their leaves, temperatures are falling, and football is on T.V. almost every day of the week. What does all this mean? That it’s almost time to for Halloween! Are you ready? If you aren’t prepared, or if you are lacking some Halloween spirit, then you’re in the right place. Keep reading to learn about the history of Halloween and to find out what candy and which costumes are the most popular. And what DealDash blog would be complete without a sneak peek at some exciting upcoming promotions? So without further adieu, let’s get into the Halloween sprit!

From humble beginnings to big business

Halloween has been a prominent holiday for quite a while, but do you know about the origins of this spooky celebration? Halloween began centuries ago as Samhain, a Celtic tradition where bonfires and costumes helped ward off pesky ghosts. Things shifted when Pope Gregory III in the 8th-century spotlighted November 1 as All Saints’ Day. This later became All Hallows’ Eve, now known as Halloween. This exciting holiday found a new home in the US thanks to Irish immigrants who brought their customs with them when they came to the United States.

In the 1930’s, young children began a new Halloween tradition; trick-or-treating. This tradition stems from the ancient practice of “souling,” where poor individuals would go door-to-door offering prayers for the dead in exchange for food. The “trick” part implies a playful threat of mischief if no treats are given. Today, trick-or-treating is an essential part of Halloween. The normal age for trick-or-treaters is between 5 and 14 years old, and it has been estimated that close to 50 million American children go trick-or-treating each year.

What to wear and what to eat?

Trick-or-treating is much more than just walking around and talking to your neighbors. Kids need to dress up and homeowners need to be ready to give out some candy…unless they want to risk getting tricked! Do you feel clueless about costume ideas? Are you out of touch with recent developments in the candy industry? Well, fear not. We have you covered.

Let’s start with what to wear. According to a recent survey, the most popular choice for American children is to dress up as either a superhero, or a princess. Either of these ideas can be interpreted in a variety of different ways, and can be done either extravagently or on a budget. This year, with the popularity of the movie Barbie, you can expect children of all ages to be dressed up as the iconic doll.

In terms of candy, projected Halloween spending is on the rise and appears to hit record levels this year. People are buying more candy now than ever! Did you have a favorite kind of Halloween candy? Interestingly, your answer might depend on when and where you grew up. A recent survey showed that each state had different sales results for Halloween candy. Each state recorded different sales results for different types of candy, however clear national favorites were identified. The most popular kinds of halloween candy across the nation were M&Ms, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, and Hot Tamales.

Not all types of Halloween candy are popular. And while some folks may enjoy the sweets listed below, Necco Wafers, Candy Corn and Circus Peanuts topped the list for ‘worst Halloween candies’.

Not all treats have to be candy…

It’s true that kids covet some candy more than others, but there is one fear that can stop any trick-or-treater still in their tracks: the idea of going to a house and receiving something other than candy alltogether!

The classic example of this is if someone has a dentist as a neighbor. The go to their house, press the doorbell, and are greated with a smiling face. But instead of receiving some chocolate, or caramel, or even candy corn, they are handed a green apple. And while the dentist might have their heart in the right place, there are not many kids who would be thrilled at the prospect of receiving a piece of fruit. But believe it or not, more and more people are handing out non-candy items each Halloween. So if you are health-conscious, or simply would like to offer a unique treat this Halloween, here is a list of 32 options, including stickers, small toys, or magnets.

Celebrate Halloween with us on DealDash!

This Halloween you don’t have to go door-to-door to get some great treats. Thanks to DealDash, you can have an action-packed Halloween, all from the comfort of your own couch! And if you find yourself getting impatient waiting for the Hallween to begin, why not start the fun early by checking out DealDash’s Spooky Savings promotions, beginning on October 23rd!?

Spooky Savings week is coming soon!

Let’s start with our Spooky Savings. The scary savings start on October 23rd until Halloween day, October 31st. We’ve packed this promotion with extra rewards just for bidding DealDash auctions. During Spooky Savings Week, the Time as Highest Bidder multiplier will be as high as 3X, which means you can progress through the bidder levels and claim free bids quicker than ever.

You can also find special types of auctions to bid in, including SpyBuddy Auctions. These auctions let you reveal what your competition was up to. Every 60 minutes you can reveal all booked bids for one minute. Any bid count of over 500 is displayed as 500+. The list of booked bids does not update after the reveal. Instead, you must wait at least 60 minutes to reveal again.

You will also have the chance to participate in Triple-Booked Auctions. You can only participate in three auctions marked with the Triple-Booked icon simultaneously. However, participating in the Triple-Booked Auctions does not affect the number of regular auctions you can participate in.

get ready for some major halloween fun

Our Spooky Savings promotion ends on Halloween Day, which happens to be a very special day on DealDash! On Halloween, bids will be on sale for just 11 cents each! That is a scary-good deal for everyone. Bidders can also enjoy a 2x Time as Highest Bidder multiplier. On Halloween, October 31st, you will also have the chance to bid in Early Bird Auctions. These are a special type of auction where you can only book bids 10 seconds before the auction starts. So be an Early Bird and see who’s there to get the worm!

No matter what your costume is this year, or what kind of candy is your favorite, we wish you and your family a very safe and happy Halloween! Enjoy our special Spooky Week and Hallowen promotions, and happy bidding!