Read a Christmas Story

Share a holiday classic like The Night Before Christmas before bedtime.

Play Outside

Have fun with snowball fights, sledding, or simply running around outside.

Go See Christmas Lights

Drive or walk around to admire colorful light displays in your neighborhood.

Bake Christmas Cookies

Help mix, cut, and decorate cookies shaped like stars, trees, or Santa hats.

Build a Gingerbread House

Use frosting and candy to create and decorate your edible masterpiece.

Make a Snowman

Roll up snowballs and give your frosty friend a scarf and carrot nose. No snow? Craft one!

Drink Hot Chocolate

Sip a warm mug of hot cocoa topped with marshmallows or whipped cream.

Decorate the Tree

Hang ornaments, string lights, and place the star or angel on top of the tree.

Leave Cookies for Santa

Set out cookies, milk, and maybe a carrot for Rudolph before heading to bed.

Craft a Christmas Ornament

Create your own ornament using paper, glitter, or recycled materials.

Help Make Dinner

Assist in the kitchen by stirring, mixing, or setting the table for a festive meal.

Watch a Holiday Movie

Cozy up with a blanket and enjoy a Christmas movie like Elf or The Polar Express.

Free Square

Deliver Handmade Cards

Create holiday cards and deliver them to friends, neighbors, or family.

Hang Stockings

Find the perfect spot to hang stockings for Santa to fill.

Help Wrap Presents

Pick out colorful paper and ribbons to wrap gifts for loved ones.

Sing Christmas Carols

Gather the family and sing your favorite holiday songs loudly and proudly.

Write a Letter to Santa

Share your Christmas wishes with Santa in a handwritten or colorful letter.

Visit Santa Claus

Meet Santa at the mall or a holiday event and take a festive photo.

Start a New Tradition

Create a new tradition to add special meaning for years to come for your family.

Make Reindeer Food

Mix oats and glitter to sprinkle outside for Santa’s reindeer to enjoy.

Hang Lights Indoors

Add a festive touch by stringing lights around windows or the staircase.

Set Up a Nativity Scene

Arrange a nativity display to celebrate the story of Christmas.

Make Paper Snowflakes

Cut out snowflakes from paper and hang them around the house.

Countdown with an Advent Calendar

Open a daily surprise from your advent calendar leading up to Christmas.