60 Fun Christmas Activities to Make It a December to Remember
Kids and adults alike will have so much fun!
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Ree Drummond's holiday season is always a busy one, whether she's celebrating in real life or acting in a Christmas movie. "It truly is the most wonderful time of the year," she says. "Winter means holidays, which means figuring out which Christmas cookies to make, searching for the perfect gifts, picking out the best tree on the lot, making (and delivering) cinnamon rolls to friends and neighbors." Ree's got the right idea! Enjoying fun Christmas activities with the people you love is exactly what makes the season so memorable. That's why you should do the same with your own family and friends.
Sure, sticking to your usual Christmas traditions has its charms—but this year, try mixing things up a bit with some new Christmas activities. Whether you're enjoying the holidays with your partner, girlfriends, or kids, there's something for everyone on this fun-filled Christmas bucket list. There are fun winter activities including both indoor activities and snow activities—like building a snowman, of course! Make a laugh-out-loud Christmas video to send to faraway family, or try a fresh, new way to wrap your DIY gifts. Hide a Christmas pickle for the kids, or even get your furry friends in on the action with matching Christmas pajamas. There's no wrong way to celebrate the holidays, but we think they'll be much more fun with these Christmas activities.
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Complete a Christmas Puzzle
Spend a cold day cozied up inside with your family as you put together a festive puzzle. Snacks and hot cocoa included, of course!
Display Your Christmas Cards
All those smiling faces on your Christmas cards deserve to be on display! Buy or DIY your own card holder to transform your holiday mail into a decoration.
Make Holiday Crafts
There are so many Christmas crafts to try your hand at! Not only are they fun to make, but you can give the finished products away as gifts or use them to decorate your home.
Have a Secret Santa Gift Exchange
Whether you plan a Secret Santa gift exchange with your coworkers or friends, it's a delightful way to spread some cheer. For this tradition, everyone in the group will draw names at random to become someone's Secret Santa. Then, you'll anonymously give gifts to each other.
Make a Festive Charcuterie Board
This is the season for entertaining, after all! This holiday, you can level up your cheese platter skills by going all-out with festive foods: berries, crackers, veggies, and of course, meats and cheese!
Take a Carriage Ride
Who wouldn't enjoy a sweet carriage ride alongside loved ones? Bundle up and step into the horse-drawn attraction to take in the decorated city around you.
Sing Christmas Karaoke
It's time to turn up the Christmas tunes—then bust out the karaoke machine to sing along! Everyone will have the best time belting out their favorite songs of the season.
Attend a Tree Lighting Ceremony
Be sure to keep an eye out for any Christmas tree lighting ceremonies that may be happening near you. These events often include other fun festivities like parades, food stalls, and performances from carolers or dancers, too.
Enjoy Stovetop Potpourri
Fill the entire house with scents of vanilla, cinnamon, and cranberries as you simmer some aromatic stovetop potpourri. Your guests will be in such a Christmassy mood once they're greeted with the warm fragrance.
Open Christmas Crackers
Christmas crackers (or Christmas poppers) are cardboard tube wrapped in festive paper that are pulled apart to reveal confetti, a small gift or a joke. You can DIY your own or buy a few to use at your next holiday party.
Write a Letter to Santa
It's a beloved tradition for kids of all ages! Draft on plain paper or use a handy-dandy printable to help your kiddos write their own letters to Santa.
Donate to a Toy Drive
Give back this year by donating new or gently used playthings to a local toy drive. Get your kids involved in going through their toys and picking out pieces that are in good gifting condition.
Make Eggnog
Whip up a batch of eggnog this season and enjoy the festive drink with family and friends. If you have leftovers, try some of these inventive eggnog recipes!
Set Up a Nativity Scene
Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas by setting up a nativity scene in your home. It's a fun and engaging way to teach children the story of Jesus' birth.
Make Your Own Christmas Wreath
Welcome the holiday (and your guests) with a personal touch by crafting your own Christmas wreath this year. It would look equally lovely hanging on your door or over your mantel.
Take a Christmas Light Tour in Your Neighborhood
Do your neighbors go all out decorating their homes for Christmas? If so, then you can enjoy a festive holiday light tour without even leaving your neighborhood! This activity will get everyone in the holiday spirit in no time.
Make a Hot Chocolate Bar
Hot chocolate is delicious as is but when you add festive toppings, it's a party! Make your own hot chocolate board or bar with marshmallows, candy canes, chocolate chips, caramels, and whatever else your heart desires.
Hide the Elf on the Shelf
This mischievous little elf is a staple for many families during the holiday season, and it's easy to see why. Have fun hiding him all over your home with these funny Elf on the Shelf ideas!
Bake Christmas Cookies
Who doesn't love freshly baked Christmas cookies? The best part is, baking them is almost as much fun as eating them! Bake your go-to favorites or try a new recipe this year.
Throw an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party
Yes, you can build a whole party around your favorite store-bought or DIY ugly Christmas sweater! Everyone will love the opportunity to show off their own ugly sweater and spread some holiday cheer.
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