Starbucks Bearista Surprise Box Collection: Price, Characters and Where to Shop as of November 9, 2026

Verified November 9, 2026, at 9:06 p.m. UTC (4:06 p.m. Eastern Standard Time).

Starbucks’ new Bearista Glass Cold Cup Surprise Box collection arrives at select U.S. coffeehouses on November 10, with each limited-edition box priced at $39.95. Shoppers won’t know which of five holiday characters they have purchased until they open the box, and Starbucks says customers may buy up to two boxes in coffeehouses while supplies last.

A limited online quantity was scheduled to go on sale November 9 at 1 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (UTC−05:00), exclusively for Starbucks Rewards Reserve members and limited to one per member. That launch time has passed; Starbucks has not confirmed in its announcement whether any online inventory remains. Check the Starbucks Shop or a participating coffeehouse before making a special trip.

Destaques

• Each $39.95 surprise box contains one hand-blown glass Bearista cold cup and a character personality card.
• The possible characters are Aspen, Reiny, Bunny, Joy and the rare Goldie. Starbucks has not published the odds of finding each one.
• The coffeehouse launch is November 10 at select locations, with a limit of two boxes per customer while supplies last.
• The November 9 online release was limited to Rewards Reserve members, one box per member; current stock is unconfirmed.

When do Starbucks Bearista Surprise Boxes come out?

The surprise-box collection is scheduled to reach select coffeehouses on November 10, 2026. Starbucks has announced the date but has not provided a universal in-store release time or a list of participating locations in its collection announcement. Opening hours vary, and a nearby store’s participation or stock should not be assumed.

The company’s earlier U.S. holiday merchandise guide also identifies November 10 as the date for the mystery cups. Because quantities are limited, calling a convenient location to ask whether it carries the collection and whether any boxes remain could save an unnecessary journey. An answer about stock may change before you arrive.

Starbucks says the broader Starbucks Shop opens to all customers on November 10 with holiday Bearista apparel. That announcement does not establish that surprise boxes will be available online to everyone on that date. Treat the apparel launch and the limited, members-only box release as separate offers.

How much is a Bearista Surprise Box, and is there a purchase limit?

Each box costs $39.95, according to Starbucks. Two boxes at the stated price would total $79.90 before any applicable sales tax. In coffeehouses, the announced limit is two boxes per customer, while supplies last. The limited online release for Rewards Reserve members had a one-box-per-member limit.

Before buying, decide whether you would be comfortable receiving any of the possible designs. The box is a mystery purchase, so buying two does not guarantee two different characters or a particular favorite. Starbucks has not stated the distribution of the designs, the total number of boxes, or the probability of receiving Goldie. There is no reliable way to calculate your chances from the company’s announcement.

Which Bearista characters can shoppers find?

Each box contains one of five festive characters, plus a card describing that character’s personality, holiday tradition and signature Starbucks beverage order. Starbucks describes the lineup as follows:

• Aspen: a skiing Bearista associated with alpine adventures.
• Reiny: a reindeer-themed Bearista who enjoys holiday movies.
• Bunny: a snow bunny whose cup changes color with cold beverages.
• Joy: an ice-skating Bearista with a fondness for snow globes.
• Goldie: the golden mystery Bearista, described by Starbucks as the rarest character.

Goldie’s rarity may make that design appealing to collectors, but Starbucks has not specified how many were made. A rare designation alone does not establish a future resale price or guarantee that any cup will appreciate in value.

What should shoppers check before buying or reselling?

Keep the original receipt and review the applicable return terms before opening a box, especially if it is a gift. Starbucks has not included collection-specific return or exchange terms in its announcement, so ask the seller about its policy rather than assuming an unwanted character can be exchanged. If purchasing from a reseller, check the full price including shipping, the condition, the seller’s return policy and whether the listing is for a sealed box or an identified character.

The cups are made from hand-blown glass. Check the packaging or included care instructions for the specific cup before cleaning or using it; Starbucks’ announcement does not provide detailed washing or temperature guidance. For gift buyers, the mystery format is part of the purchase: the recipient may enjoy the reveal, but the buyer cannot select a character from a sealed box.

Will Starbucks restock the Bearista Surprise Box collection?

Starbucks describes the collection as limited edition and available while supplies last. Its announcement does not promise a restock or say how long inventory will last. If a store sells out, shoppers can ask whether it expects more, but any future delivery remains uncertain unless confirmed by Starbucks or that location.

The original Bearista Glass Cold Cup is a separate item scheduled to return on December 1, according to Starbucks’ holiday merchandise announcement. Its return should not be taken as confirmation that the surprise-box characters will be restocked.

FAQ

Can I choose which Bearista is in my box?

No. Starbucks says the design is revealed when the mystery box is opened.

How rare is Goldie?

Starbucks calls Goldie the rarest character but has not published its odds or production quantity.

Are Bearista Surprise Boxes available at every Starbucks?

No. Starbucks says they are coming to select coffeehouses while supplies last. Check with a location about participation and current stock.