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Simple Christmas Traditions

24 Ideas for a memorable holiday

By Jessica B. November 27, 2022

When I was a kid, Christmas was one of my favorite holidays. I loved the way the garland hung in our house, singing My Favorite Things, and thinking I sounded amazing. I remember the baking, crafts, and sitting next to the radio at night listening to all the Christmas music I could bear. Now that I’m an adult, my Christmaas goals are to create that same magic for my children. I always look for ways to make the next Christmas better than the previous one. 

This year, I’ve created a bucket list printed as Bingo for us to play. I added some of our favorite traditions and added a few new ones. I have linked a few of my favorite activities below to help get you in the spirit. Want a free Bingo printable? Grab one here.

1. Visit a Christmas tree farm

2. Make a hot cocoa bar

3. Decorate a gingerbread house

4. Bake cookies

5. Volunteer

6. Make a snow globe

7. Write a letter to Santa

8. Make a tree ornament

9. Watch a Christmas movie

10. Drive around and look at lights

11. Take a family photo

12. Take a family photo

13. Listen to Christmas music

14. Go ice skating

15. Wear Christmas socks

16. Make handmade cards

17. Leave cookies and milk for Santa

18. Read a holiday book

19. Make a gift or craft

20. Donate old toys

21. Build a fort

22. Family game night

23. String popcorn for the Christmas tree 

24. Take a picture with Santa


Wishing you all the fun this season!