Reviewed by: Sharron Swain
Shop for the best budget-friendly gifts at one newly-opened auction house
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Holiday shopping gets pricey real fast. Some of the Bham Now team found the best budget-friendly gifts at the newly opened Bid Llama warehouse. Keep reading for some shopping inspo and enjoy a wonderful holiday season without breaking the bank.
What is Bid Llama?
Bid Llama is a Birmingham-based online auction featuring liquidations, store-returns, shelf-pulls, overstock and more from major online and big box retailers such as Amazon. The online auctions go live every Tuesday starting at 6AM and begin closing at 8PM.
Heres how Bid Llama works:
- Shop inside Bid Llama’s warehouse. The bins in the retail section start at five dollars + go down to one dollar.
- Preview items on the upcoming auctions.
- Sign up for the online auctions that go live every Tuesday. It’s free to bid!
- Stop by the Bid Llama warehouse to retrieve your items from the auction.
- Location: 3401 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL, 35222
- Warehouse Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9AM-5PM | Saturday 9AM-1PM
- Website | Facebook | Instagram
Have more questions about the process? We have all the details so you’ll be ready to bid.
Need holiday shopping inspo?
Our Bham Now team explored Bid Llama’s warehouse filled with general merchandise and unique finds. We’ve narrowed down some favorite categories for your holiday shopping, although Bid Llama offers a wide range of products.
Plus—starting Cyber Monday you can shop Bid Llama’s holiday promotion including FIVE live auctions.
1. Furniture
Looking to gift a piece of furniture this holiday season? Check out Bid Llama for great finds to take any living space to the next level. From couches to fire places and even rugs, Bid Llama has great deals on home furnishings.
Auctions are available for preview online the Friday before and then open up on Tuesday morning for bidding.
2. Bikes, scooters + skateboards
Bikes, scooters and skateboards are always a hit under the tree. Make sure to browse the auction for objects with wheels. Each item starts at only $5 and goes up in $2 increments.
3. One-of-a-kind finds at Bid Llama
Shopping for something unique? Bid Llama gets all sorts of fun products including this seven-foot rolling wine cooler. Shop the auction to find one-of-a-kind gifts at amazing prices you won’t be able to get anywhere else.
Don’t want to watch your bids all day? Submit a max bid and the system will handle the bidding for you.
4. Garden equipment + gadgets
While in the warehouse, I found a wheelbarrow full of stocking stuffers perfect for people on my list. Bid Llama has all the gadgets you can gift from gardening to home improvement.
5. Power tools
Spread holiday cheer with the gift of power tools. Shop Bid Llama’s collection of chainsaws, leaf blowers and vacuums. Bid Llama will host a preview if you want to see a product in person before placing a bid online.
6. Work out equipment
Do you have someone on your list who loves to stay active? Explore all types of weights, dumbbells, treadmills and fitness equipment that will make the perfect gift.
Ready to find great deals this holiday season? Visit Bid Llama’s website and follow them on Instagram and Facebook.
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