The Ultimate List of Holiday Activities For Kids of Every Age
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Keep the holiday spirit alive with all kiddos by gearing special activities based on their age. Don't miss out on any beloved family traditions, but instead expand your list of must-do family fun that matures with your little one to ensure a memorable holiday season year after year. From spending a night camped out in the living room under your Christmas tree to helping them use their own money to grant a child in need's wish from Santa, this is the ultimate list for holiday fun broken down by age.
Use their handprint or footprint to create sentimental ornaments (and meaningful gifts!).
Have some fun at holiday parties with mini ugly sweaters.
Take them to a tree farm and let them help pick out the Christmas tree.
Dress them up like Santa Claus just for the fun of it.
Have a pajama dance party.
Pick out matching Christmas outfits before they are old enough to refuse to wear them.
Visit your local mall for the chance for photos with Santa Claus.
Sing Christmas carols either around a piano or your neighborhood.
Introduce your little one to Elf on the Shelf.
Let them help place their favorite Christmas ornaments.
Break out the seasonal books.
Create a hot chocolate bar and let them pick out their favorite fun toppings.
Go ice skating or skiing.
Make gingerbread houses either as a family or as part of a competition.
Write a special letter to Santa Claus.
Start the countdown with an Advent calendar.
Make room for Santa's delivery by collecting toys to give away.
Craft homemade ornaments to decorate your tree.
Have a sleepover around the magical lights of the Christmas tree.
Paint a special plate just for Santa's cookies.
Dress up in matching Christmas pajamas.
Have a Christmas movie marathon (and snuggle session!).
Take a tour of your neighborhood lights and pick out your favorite houses.
Have a holiday cookie exchange party with friends.
Bake family holiday cookies from scratch.
Make gifts for teachers and other special adults in their lives.
Create spirited treat bags for classmates or groups of friends.
Come up with a themed Christmas tree and creative ways to execute their vision.
Work on DIY presents for loved ones that they can actually use.
Make small treats to hand out to strangers to spread some holiday cheer.
Arrange an extended family photo session.
Have them write their highlights of the year to save for when they're older.
Sponsor a child in need by using their own money for a gift from Santa.