75 Christmas Activities

Gather your kids and let your creativity shine as you frost and sprinkle cookies in festive shapes and colors, adding a delicious touch to your holiday celebrations. This activity is fun for kids of all ages, including teens.

Encourage your children to share their wishes, dreams, and good deeds with Santa, sparking excitement and anticipation for Christmas morning surprises. As a bonus, you’ll have a clearer idea of what they want from Santa this year.

Unleash your kids’ artistic side by encouraging them to craft unique ornaments using materials such as clay, paper, or popsicle sticks. Add their handmade decorations to the Christmas tree, the fireplace, the kitchen, the mantle, and rooms for a personal touch this Christmas season.

Plan a fun and engaging treasure hunt with holiday-themed clues for your kids, neighbor’s kids, nieces, and nephews. Encourage teamwork and excitement as participants search for hidden surprises and ensure everyone is exhausted enough to sleep before Santa comes at midnight!

Delight in the sweet aroma of gingerbread as you construct and decorate a delicious masterpiece. Recruit the kids to help you make memories and create a festive centerpiece for your home.

Make some popcorn, smores, and other snacks, and put on a marathon of heartwarming, family-friendly Christmas movies like “The Grinch” for the kids. Immerse them in the magical world of holiday storytelling and buy yourself some free time.

Have your kids mix oats, glitter, and love, and sprinkle it in the yard to create a special treat for Santa’s reindeer, spreading joy and anticipation for their arrival.

Help your kids embrace the winter wonderland by engaging in a friendly snowball fight. Let them laugh and play together amidst the snowy landscape.

Unleash your kids’ creativity and help them express their heartfelt wishes by allowing them to craft personalized Christmas cards, spreading love and holiday cheer to your loved ones.

Capture the magic of snowfall within a homemade snow globe. Use jars, glitter, and miniature figurines to create a whimsical winter scene that brings joy and wonderment. It can be a fun crafts project for every kid to enjoy.

Engage children’s senses with a sensory bin filled with holiday-themed items like jingle bells, pinecones, and mini ornaments, providing a hands-on and stimulating experience that encourages exploration, sensory development, and imaginative play.

Transform your living room into a cozy retreat by constructing a fort with blankets and pillows, creating the perfect setting to snuggle up, enjoy Christmas movies together, and create lasting memories in a cozy and magical atmosphere.

Ignite children’s creativity by crafting paper plate Christmas characters using basic materials like paper plates, paint, and construction paper, encouraging them to design and bring their favorite holiday characters to life through imaginative art and crafts.

Add excitement to your Christmas celebrations with a classic game of “Pin the Nose on Rudolph.” Blindfolded participants take turns trying to place Rudolph’s nose in the right spot on a homemade poster, resulting in laughter, friendly competition, and holiday cheer.

Get into the festive spirit and let loose with a Christmas-themed dance party. Groove to holiday music, engage in dance-offs, and challenge your kids to showcase their best moves, creating a lively and joyful atmosphere that spreads holiday cheer and laughter.

Spark creativity and festive spirit by setting up a DIY ornament-making station at your Christmas party. Guests can personalize and decorate their Christmas ornaments, providing a fun and memorable activity which allows everyone to take home a unique keepsake.

Create a cozy and inviting atmosphere by offering a hot cider bar with a selection of spices, toppings, and garnishes, allowing guests to customize their warm cider drinks to their liking, providing a comforting and flavorful experience.

Add a touch of whimsy to your celebrations by planning a holiday-themed photo booth, complete with props, backdrops, and festive accessories, allowing guests to capture joyful moments and create cherished holiday memories.

Engage guests in a thrilling and brain-teasing challenge by organizing a holiday-themed puzzle-solving challenge or an escape room game. Test their problem-solving skills and teamwork as they unravel mysteries and solve puzzles.

Create an adventurous and engaging activity by arranging a Christmas-themed outdoor scavenger hunt. Participants will search for hidden clues and solve riddles, leading them to exciting prizes and fostering a sense of excitement and exploration during the holiday season.

Gather friends and family for a festive evening of singing and joy with a Christmas karaoke night. Everyone can showcase their favorite holiday tunes and create a lively and memorable atmosphere filled with music and laughter.

Bring the spirit of giving to your celebrations by organizing a Secret Santa gift exchange.  Participants draw names and surprise each other with thoughtful presents, adding excitement and anticipation to the holiday season.

Get into the holiday spirit by hosting a costume party where guests dress up in creative and festive costumes. Whether it’s Santa, elves, reindeer, or any other imaginative holiday-themed characters, everyone gets to immerse themselves in the joyous ambiance.

Challenge your guests’ knowledge of all things Christmas by arranging a trivia game with holiday-themed questions. Test their memory and facts about Christmas traditions, movies, carols, and history, creating a fun and competitive atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.

Create a cozy and indulgent experience by setting up a hot cocoa bar with a variety of toppings like whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate shavings, and flavored syrups, allowing guests to customize their hot chocolate creations and enjoy a comforting treat.

Spur creativity and friendly competition by hosting a gingerbread decorating contest. Provide gingerbread houses or cookies, colorful icings, candies, and sprinkles, letting participants showcase their artistic skills and create sweet and edible masterpieces.

Invite friends and family to a DIY ornament exchange party. Ask each guest to create a unique handmade ornament. Enjoy a festive gathering, share stories behind the ornaments, and exchange them, creating a memorable keepsake for everyone while spreading holiday cheer.

Share the joy of homemade cookies by organizing a cookie swap party. Each participant brings a batch of their favorite cookies to exchange with others, resulting in a delightful assortment of treats and fostering a sense of community and deliciousness.

Unleash the talents within your friend group by organizing a Christmas-themed talent show. Encourage your friends to showcase their singing, dancing, acting, or any other talents, creating an entertaining and festive evening of performances and applause.

Spread holiday cheer by organizing a Christmas caroling session in your neighborhood. Gather a group of enthusiastic singers, select traditional carols, and go door-to-door, sharing the joy of music and bringing smiles to your neighbors.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds and performances of a live Christmas concert or play, allowing the music and storytelling to transport you to a magical world filled with holiday spirit and joy.

Create a festive atmosphere by hosting a stylish cocktail party, serving signature holiday drinks and indulgent appetizers to guests as they mingle and celebrate the season with elegance and cheer.

Snuggle up with loved ones and enjoy a cozy night at home with a selection of holiday movies and a variety of warm, spiced cocktails, creating a relaxing and intimate holiday experience.

Spread goodwill by dedicating your time to volunteer at a local charity or shelter, helping those in need during the holiday season, and experiencing the true spirit of giving and compassion.

Embrace the beauty of the winter season by taking a refreshing hike or nature walk, immersing yourself in the serene winter landscapes, and enjoying the crisp air, providing an opportunity for reflection and appreciation of nature’s wonders.

Embark on a fun-filled day of holiday shopping with friends, exploring festive markets or malls, discovering unique gifts, and enjoying the company of loved ones while checking off your holiday shopping list.

Engage in stimulating conversations by organizing a book club discussion centered around holiday-themed literature, delving into heartwarming stories, and exploring the deeper meanings and messages of the holiday season.

Enhance your culinary skills by attending a baking class with a holiday twist and learning to prepare festive treats that will impress your family and friends during holiday gatherings.

Delight in the flavors of the season by arranging a wine-tasting party with a selection of wines perfectly paired with Christmas-inspired appetizers and desserts, creating a sophisticated and indulgent sensory experience for your guests.

Glide across the ice with grace and joy by going ice skating or visiting a holiday ice rink. Immerse yourself in the magical ambiance, twinkling lights, and lively atmosphere that embodies the spirit of the holiday season.

Enhance your culinary skills and impress your guests by attending a holiday cooking class, where you’ll learn to create gourmet Christmas dishes with professional guidance, ensuring a delicious and memorable holiday feast.

Indulge in the finest flavors by organizing a Christmas-themed cheese-tasting party. Have a selection of artisanal cheeses, even paired with exquisite wines, and provide a sophisticated and delightful tasting experience for your guests.

Unleash your creativity and embrace the holiday spirit by hosting a DIY wreath-making workshop for adults. Provide materials like evergreen branches, ribbons, and ornaments, guiding participants to create beautiful and personalized wreaths to adorn their homes during the festive season.

Shake things up and add some excitement to your holiday gathering by planning a festive cocktail mixing competition. Encourage guests to create their signature holiday cocktails, complete with unique flavors and presentations, and let them compete for the title of best mixologist.

Gather friends and family for a fun-filled evening with a holiday-themed game night. Set up board games and trivia, fostering friendly competition, laughter, and a festive atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.

Challenge yourself to embrace the beauty of nature by making a wreath using materials like pinecones, berries, and evergreen branches. Create a stunning and fragrant decoration for your front door, celebrating the season with a touch of rustic charm.

Add a personal touch to your Christmas decorations by creating personalized stockings. Use fabric, felt, or other materials to design stockings with names, patterns, or embellishments, ensuring each family member has a unique stocking to hang by the fireplace.

Elevate your gift-giving by designing and making your own Christmas wrapping paper. Use craft paper, stamps, stencils, or hand-drawn designs to create custom wrapping paper that adds a special touch to your presents and showcases your creativity.

Transform plain Christmas ornaments into works of art by painting or decorating them. Use acrylic paints, glitter, ribbons, or other craft materials to add personal flair and unique designs, creating one-of-a-kind ornaments that reflect your style and holiday spirit.

Add festive flair to your home by making a Christmas-themed garland. Use materials like paper, fabric, or felt to create garlands with shapes like stars, snowflakes, or stockings, stringing them together to decorate your mantel, staircase, or walls with holiday charm.

Spruce up your holiday table with a festive centerpiece. Combine candles, seasonal flowers, pinecones, and ornaments to craft a beautiful arrangement that sets the mood for joyful gatherings and adds a touch of elegance to your dining experience.

Channel your inner artist by making delicate paper snowflakes. Use white paper, scissors, and your imagination to create intricate snowflake designs, hanging them from windows, walls, or ceilings, transforming your home into a winter wonderland.

Countdown to Christmas with a personalized advent calendar. Use small boxes, envelopes, or pockets to hold treats or notes for each day leading up to Christmas, making the anticipation of the holiday season even more special for children and adults alike.

Preserve your cherished memories by creating a holiday-themed scrapbook or photo album. Gather photos and decorations to craft a beautiful collection of your family’s holiday moments, capturing the season and creating a treasured keepsake.

Get creative and make adorable snowman decorations using socks. Fill socks with rice or stuffing, decorate them with buttons, ribbons, and felt, and create a charming snowman to display around your home, spreading whimsy and joy throughout the holiday season.

Mix flour, salt, and water to create salt dough ornaments. Cut them into desired shapes, bake, and paint them with vibrant colors, adding a personal touch to your Christmas tree decorations and creating lasting keepsakes.

Use colored paper strips and glue to create a festive paper chain garland. Link the strips together to form a chain and hang it around your home, adding a cheerful and decorative touch to your holiday décor.

Customize Christmas stockings with fabric paint and embellishments. Add names and festive designs to make each stocking unique and special to ensure a personalized and heartwarming touch to your holiday stockings.

Repurpose glass jars into charming candle holders. Paint them in Christmas-themed colors and designs, allowing the candlelight to create a warm and cozy ambiance during your holiday gatherings.

Create a magical winter scene in a glass jar snow globe. Add glitter, water, and miniature figurines, sealing the jar to capture the enchantment of a snowy wonderland, ready to be shaken to delight in the swirling snowflakes.

Come together to decorate the Christmas tree, hang ornaments and string lights, and place the topper. Share laughter and create lasting memories as you transform the tree into a beautiful centerpiece of holiday joy.

Enjoy the sounds of the season by watching a live-streamed Christmas concert or church service from the comfort of your home. Immerse yourselves in the music and messages of the holiday, connecting with the spirit of Christmas.

Engage in a delicious tradition by baking and decorating Christmas cookies as a family. From mixing dough to adding colorful icing and sprinkles, bond over the joy of creating sweet treats that bring smiles to everyone’s faces.

Use your creative talent by writing and performing a Christmas play or skit as a family. Get into character, rehearse lines, and bring the story to life, spreading laughter, warmth, and the season’s magic.

Take a festive drive through your neighborhood to admire the dazzling Christmas light displays. Enjoy the enchanting sights, the colors, and the creativity of your neighbors, making it a memorable outing filled with holiday spirit.

Indulge in a cozy treat by making homemade hot chocolate and marshmallows. Combine warm milk with chocolate, whip up fluffy marshmallows, and savor a delightful and comforting drink that warms the heart during chilly winter evenings.

Gather around the table for a fun-filled game night with Christmas-themed board games or charades. Laugh, compete, and bond as you engage in friendly competition, testing your knowledge and bringing the joy of the holiday season to your living room.

Curl on the couch and enjoy a family movie night with classic Christmas films. Snuggle together, savor some popcorn, and lose yourselves in heartwarming stories that capture the magic and values of the holiday season. Check out our other listicles for the best holiday movies!

If you’re lucky enough to have snow, head outdoors and build a snowman as a family. Roll and stack snowballs, add eyes and a carrot nose, and accessorize with scarves and hats, to create a friendly snow companion that embodies the joy of winter.

Bond over a family game night filled with holiday-themed games. From trivia to charades to word games, enjoy friendly competition and laughter as you celebrate the holiday season together through the joy of play.

Create a delightful hot chocolate-tasting experience by setting up a station with different flavors and toppings. Let everyone customize their cup with marshmallows, whipped cream, caramel, or peppermint, indulging in a cozy and delicious treat.

Infuse the kitchen by organizing a family holiday baking competition. Assign categories like cookies, cakes, or pies, and let each family member showcase their baking skills. Award prizes for creativity, taste, and presentation, fostering friendly competition and tasty results.

Create an exciting and interactive adventure by organizing a holiday-themed scavenger hunt for the whole family. Hide clues and riddles around the house or outdoors, leading to different festive surprises or treasures. Work together as a team, solve the clues, and enjoy the thrill of the hunt, making joyful memories along the way.

Work as a family to create a collaborative Christmas artwork. Use paints, markers, and collage materials to depict festive scenes, ornaments, or a winter landscape, allowing everyone to contribute their artistic talents and create a cherished piece to display during the holiday season.

Embrace the true spirit of giving by volunteering as a family at a local soup kitchen, women’s shelter, or food bank. Dedicate your time to helping those in need, fostering empathy, gratitude, and a sense of togetherness in your community.