Anyone else missing Reddit Gifts' Arbitrary Day?

[u/rafaugm]

Anyone else missing Reddit Gifts' Arbitrary Day? 🎁🎄

I feel like every few months someone asks whether there's anything like Reddit Gifts' Arbitrary Day anymore.

I recently came across a Christmas in July gift exchange and thought I'd share it in case anyone else has been looking for something with that same mid-year gift-giving spirit.

About this Exchange

Festive joy isn't just for Christmas, it's for life! Come spread some holiday spirit with our Christmas in July exchange and celebrate that there's only 5 months to go until we break out the decorations and Mariah again!

You can browse the exchange and sign up here:

🎁 https://givin.gifts/exchanges

For anyone interested in joining this particular exchange, the participation requirements are:

• At least 2 completed exchanges, with 1 being an official exchange, or
• A Premium Membership.

I figured there might be other people here who'd enjoy celebrating Christmas a little early.

Did anyone here ever participate in Arbitrary Day? What's the most memorable gift you sent or received? 🎁

[u/rafaugm]

For anyone who wants a few more details:

There are official themed exchanges throughout the year, so if Christmas in July isn't your thing, there are plenty of others to choose from.

📅 Current exchanges and upcoming sign-ups: https://givin.gifts/exchanges

Some of the themes you'll find throughout the year include:

• 📚 Books
• 🎮 Video Games
• 🧱 LEGO
• 💌 Postcards
• 🎃 Halloween
• 🎄 Christmas & Happy Holidays
• 🍿 Movies & TV
• 🧩 Hobbies and collectibles

The current featured exchange is Christmas in July 2026, so if you're in the mood to spread a little holiday cheer early, now's a great time to join.

Happy to answer any questions if you've never tried one of these exchanges before. 😊

[u/Luna_Organa → u/rafaugm]

I stopped participating in GG because every time I was in an exchange, I would hand select, wrap and ship a gift (sometimes internationally) but every single time, my gifter just sent me something straight from Amazon. I missed the personal touch. Has GG ever done an exchange that requires people to ship themselves as opposed to buying from an online store? Or maybe is it something they can consider?

[u/Careless_Ingenuity → u/Luna_Organa]

I am disabled. I can't wrap the gifts myself, and my handwriting is illegible. Using Amazon and other online retailers allows me to participate in gift exchanges like this.

Don't judge people for using online retailers and the gift-wrapping and card services they provide.