Often when we think of Christmas we think of different traditions. Each family has their own traditions and that’s what makes them special.
Jared and I decided when we got married we wanted to keep some of the traditions we grew up with and start some of our own. Each year we do some of the same things and then we throw in a new “tradition” to see if we like it and want to make it stick.
If you are looking for some new family Christmas traditions to start this year, you have come to the right place. This post is filled with Christmas traditions for you to start this year. If you don’t want a new tradition but just want a fun Christmas activity these traditions work for that too!
Family Christmas Traditions
These ideas for Christmas traditions are great for one year or if you love it keep it going each year. That’s the beauty of traditions you can decide what fits your family best.
An Ornament Tradition
Lisa at the Drugstore Divas shares the tradition of getting a new ornament each Christmas that symbolizes a big event for the year.
4 Christmas Gifts
Rebecca at Sugar and Soul shares the idea of giving 4 gifts for Christmas, something they want, need, wear and read.
3 Christmas Gifts
To help keep Christmas simple and focus on Christ the 3 Christmas Gift Challenge might be the right fit for your family.
Countdown to Christmas
There are so many fun ways to countdown to Christmas. Alex at Three Little Ferns shares a free Grinch Christmas Countdown. Another fun option is picking a fun advent calendar to countdown with.
Christmas Eve Box
On The Best Ideas For Kids website, you can find instructions for putting together a fun Christmas eve box complete with pajamas a movie and more.
Christmas Books
Kristen at Joyfully Thriving shares a picture book Christmas Count-Down with 25 Christ-Centered Christmas Books.
Gingerbread Houses
Making Gingerbread Houses is always a fun Christmas activity. Nicole at Tikkido shares the best gingerbread house recipe and a printable template!
If making your own gingerbread is more than you want to take on this year here are some fun Gingerbread House kits.
Christmas Lights
Lisa at the Retro Housewife Goes Green shares a free printable Christmas Lights Scavenger hunt perfect for taking on a Christmas light drive.
Call Santa
A new tradition we are starting this year is calling Santa! The number really works and your child’s message will be recorded and sent back to you so you can hear it again!
Watch Christmas Movies
Christmas movies are such a fun part of the holidays! If your looking for some Christmas movie inspiration check out this list of Family Christmas Movies.
What is your favorite Christmas Tradition?
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