Shopping calendar: when to order so it arrives on time
For a gift bought online to arrive on time in Panama, we suggest placing the order with at least three weeks of cushion. In peak season stores and carriers get saturated, shipments take longer and products sell out. This is our date guide for 2026–2027; these are recommendations, not guaranteed deadlines.
| Occasion | Date | We suggest buying before |
|---|---|---|
| Halloween | Oct 31, 2026 | October 10 |
| Mother's Day (Panama) | Dec 8, 2026 | November 17 |
| Christmas | Dec 24, 2026 | December 3 |
| Three Kings Day | Jan 6, 2027 | December 16 |
| Valentine's Day | Feb 14, 2027 | January 24 |
| Back to school | early March 2027 | February 10 |
| Father's Day (Panama) | Jun 20, 2027 | May 30 |
Black Friday (Nov 27) and Cyber Monday (Nov 30) fall after the suggested date for Mother's Day. If the gift is for December 8, buy it earlier; if it's for Christmas, Black Friday is the perfect moment.
Three rules so you're never late
- Buy the important gift first, even if it's not on sale. A gift that arrives late wasn't cheap.
- Check that the store has real stock; "ships in 2–3 weeks" on the store already eats your cushion.
- Tell us on WhatsApp what you bought; it helps us identify your package faster when it arrives.
Frequently asked questions
What if I buy after the suggested date?
It may arrive on time, but we can't guarantee it. The closer to the date, the higher the risk.
Do the dates apply to the interior of the country?
Shipping to the interior with Servientrega adds days; subtract one more week from the suggested date and get a quote before you buy.
Perfumes and special products?
They require special handling and more time. Ask us before you buy.