According to popular legend, this festive candy is shaped with a curve to resemble a shepherd's staff
What is a candy cane
In both the book and movie, Mr. Scrooges' first name is this
What is Ebenezer
The city of Riga, Latvia claims to have decorated the very first one of these in 1510, starting a tradition that spread worldwide
What is a Christmas Tree
Finish the lyrics "Rockin around the _______ at the Christmas party hop"
Christmas Tree
The weeklong celebration of Kwanzaa starts and ends on these dates
What is December 26 and January 1
Built in Bryan, Texas in 2013, this colossal confection measured over 39,000 cubic feet and was decorated with 22,000 pieces of candy
What is a gingerbread house
In "The Polar Express", what magical object does the boy receive as a gift from Santa at the end of the movie?
A bell
In France, this jolly gift-giver goes by a name that directly translates to “Father Christmas"
Who is Père Noël
From which decade is this song: "All I Want for Christmas Is You"?
1990s
Many cultures honor this astronomical event, marking the return of the sun and the end of the year’s longest darkness
What is the Winter Solstice
What is the most popular Christmas fruit worldwide?
Cranberries
In the movie "Elf", what city does Buddy the Elf travel to in search of his father?
New York City
Originating in Italy, this sweet, fluffy bread is typically enjoyed during the Christmas and New Year holidays around the world
What is panettone
By the 12th day, your true love really outdid themselves—according to the famous carol, this is the last gift you receive
What are twelve drummers drumming
From lucky envelopes containing money and decorations to ward evil spirits, red is a prominent color in this East Asian holiday
What is Chinese New Year
What Christmas pastry has got a filling of minced meat and dried fruits?
Mince pie
Where is Kevin's family traveling in "Home Alone"?
Paris, France
This Southeast Asian country begins its Christmas celebrations in September, creating the world’s longest Christmas season, which lasts until January
What is the Philippines
What's the next line? "Hark the herald angels sing..."
"...Glory to the newborn King"
Light some candles, spin a top, and enjoy some coin shaped treats with these three Hannukah items
What are the menorah, dreidel, and gelt? (chocolate coins)