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Activities & fun

Christmas Activities & Fun

Games, trivia, activities, and endless holiday fun for the whole family.

What can you actually do on Christmas Day?

The activities that work best on Christmas Day itself are the ones that need no setup and can be abandoned halfway through: card games, a walk, a film nobody minds missing the end of. Save anything that needs preparation โ€” baking, crafts, a treasure hunt โ€” for the days before, when there is time and the kitchen is free. For the long stretch between Christmas and New Year, board games and a jigsaw do more work than any organised plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can families do together at Christmas without spending money?
Most of the memorable ones are free: drive around to see the lights, bake together, read by the tree, watch a film in pajamas, or work through a Christmas bucket list. Our free printable bucket list has 24 activities, the majority of which cost nothing.
What are good Christmas party games for a mixed-age group?
Trivia works across ages because adults and children tend to know different halves of the answers. Secret Santa gives everyone a role, and a scavenger hunt suits anyone too young to sit still for a quiz.
How do I keep children entertained through December?
A daily ritual beats one big event. An Advent calendar, an Elf on the Shelf move, or one activity card a day gives the month a rhythm and takes a few minutes rather than a whole afternoon.