12 awesome Christmas activities for families to enjoy together

Here’s a list of twelve Christmas activities for families to enjoy together this festive period.

1. Write letters to Santa

You’re never too old to send Santa your Christmas list. After all, how else will he know what presents to bring you on Christmas morning?

Writing a letter to Santa is the perfect Christmas activity for families to enjoy together.

Listen to your favourite Christmas songs while you write or watch your favourite Christmas film.

And when you’re done, take a walk to your nearest mail box and send your letter our way. Just remember to send it in time for Christmas Eve!

2. Take a Christmas light walk

When you deliver your letters to Santa, don’t forget to check out any Christmas lights you pass on the way!

This is high on our list of Christmas activities for families. It’s simple, inexpensive and perfect for the whole family to enjoy together.

Just remember to wrap up warm!

3. Make your own advent calendar

There’s nothing better than seeing the excitement on your little one’s face when December 1^st finally arrives.

Why not get the whole family involved by creating your very own advent calendars?

A fun activity for you and your little one – and the best part? It’s completely one of a kind!

And don’t let the grownups miss out on the fun! Advent calendars can be enjoyed by all – not just the kids! Fill your calendars with chocolate treats or your favourite festive tipple. Create a personalized calendar for every member of the family and countdown to Christmas together

4. Decorate a gingerbread house

If you’re looking for Christmas activities for families, decorating a gingerbread house is sure to get you in the spirit!

Give each person a piece of the gingerbread house to decorate and watch your dream house come to life!

Your little one will have all the fun of baking without any of the risks. You can step back and let them unleash their creative side.

And the end result will make a fantastic centrepiece or the perfect addition to a school party!

5. Play some board games 

When it comes to Christmas activities for families, there’s nothing better than coming together to play a classic board game.

Teach the kids how to play your old favourites, like Monopoly or Trivial Pursuit, or discover some new games together.

No matter which game you choose, the entire family can spend some quality time with one another. And isn’t that what Christmas is all about?

6. Have a family bake-off

This is the perfect Christmas activity for families that love to bake – and to compete! Split into teams and create your favourite festive bakes.

Not sure what to bake? Blow the competition away with one of our delicious recipes – tried and tested by Santa himself!

And the best part? When the competition is over, you’ll be left with some tasty treats to enjoy together!

7. Make your own Christmas cards

Bring the family together this festive season by making your own Christmas cards.

And everyone can get involved! Just visit your favorite arts and crafts store and see what goodies you can find.

Your family and friends will love receiving your homemade Christmas cards – especially if you make them together as a family!

8. Make your own Christmas decorations 

If you want to get crafty this festive season, don’t just stop at Christmas cards?

A great Christmas activity for families to enjoy together is to make your own Christmas decorations.

Not only is this the perfect way to spend time together, but you can engage your little one’s creative side. Visit an arts and crafts store to pick out festive materials or even get creative with household items!

And when you’re finished, keep the fun going by decorating the house together! 

9. Watch your favourite festive film

The perfect activity to bring the family together this Christmas.

Put on your Christmas pajamas, sit beside the crackling fire, and play your favorite festive film.

Can’t decide which film to watch? Don’t just stop at one – pick your favorites and have your very own movie night!

And don’t forget your movie night snacks! Grab a hot chocolate with marshmallows and cream, or splurge on your favorite festive treats.

10. Have a family photoshoot

If you’re still looking for Christmas activities for families, why not try a Christmas family photoshoot?

Christmas is the perfect time to update your family photos. Get matching Christmas jumpers for the whole family or see who can pull the silliest face. And family photos make great Christmas gifts, so remember to make extra copies!

And you never know, you might find the perfect photograph to add to your family Christmas card!

11. Go ice skating 

If you’re looking for outdoor Christmas activities for families, why not visit your nearest ice rink?

No matter your experience level – beginner or expert – the whole family can have fun together on the ice.

And after your skate, warm yourself up with a steaming cup of hot chocolate.

12. Visit a Christmas market 

While one of the pricier Christmas activities for families, Christmas markets have something for everyone to enjoy.

Grab your favourite Christmas drink (hot chocolate, eggnog or something stronger?) and see what the market stalls have to offer.

Indulge in traditional festive treats or finish your Christmas shopping. And remember to take plenty of photos so you can look back on your special day together!

Still looking for Christmas activities for families?

Download our Santa Academy activity packs and the whole family can spend the day on Lacus Island.

We have everything from quizzes, catch-ups and colouring tasks. With loads of festive activities, each pack is bursting with fun! Your children will love reading our stories, written by our Author, Jill! Be sure to stay up to date with the latest news from Lacus Island.

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