Are trying to figure out a last-minute, family-friendly Christmas Eve activity to start this year? Starting new Christmas Eve traditions can be a wonderful way to create lasting memories. If you are searching for inspiration, consider the following ideas for new Christmas Eve traditions.
- Christmas Movie Marathon: Gather your family and friends to watch a series of Christmas movies or shows on Christmas Eve.
- Cookie Decorating: Bake and decorate Christmas cookies together, creating a fun and delicious activity. Or if you are incorporating Christian activities into your Christmas Eve celebration, bake and decorate a birthday cake for Jesus.
- Christmas Caroling: Go caroling in your neighborhood or to a local senior center to spread holiday cheer.
- Drive Around and Look at Christmas Lights: Pack hot cocoa in a thermos, bring snacks, and go for a ride to see all the different Christmas lights and displays in your community.
- Candlelight Dinner: Have a special candlelit dinner with your loved ones to celebrate the evening.
- Order In: If you do not feel like cooking on Christmas Eve, order from your favorite restaurant. Check the hours before making this plan. Some establishments may close early.
- Pajama Party: Make it a tradition to wear matching or festive pajamas on Christmas Eve.
- Acts of Kindness: Spend the evening performing acts of kindness, like volunteering at a local shelter or writing holiday cards for soldiers or healthcare workers.
- Storytelling: Share Christmas stories or read a holiday-themed book together as a family.
- Christmas Eve Scavenger Hunt: Create a Christmas-themed scavenger hunt with clues leading to small gifts or treats.
- Outdoor Adventure: If you have snowy weather, consider going for a winter walk or sledding adventure. Or spend time star gazing. You can always look for Santa too.
- Nativity Play: Act out the nativity story or put on a small play with family members.
- Midnight Mass or Church Service: Attend a Christmas Eve church service to celebrate the religious significance of the holiday.
- Christmas Eve Box: Create a Christmas Eve box filled with small gifts, books, or activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Remember that the most important aspect is to spend quality time with loved ones and create meaningful traditions that reflect your family’s values and interests. You can adapt these ideas to suit your preferences and start new Christmas Eve traditions that resonate with your family and friends. Merry Christmas!
