Christmas Movies
This 1990 film follows Kevin McCallister as he defends his home from two burglars.
What is Home Alone?
According to this song, you should “deck the halls with boughs of holly.”
What is “Deck the Halls”?
He’s the jolly man in a red suit who delivers presents on Christmas Eve.
Who is Santa Claus?
This tree, often decorated with ornaments and lights, is a common Christmas centerpiece.
What is a Christmas tree?
This spiced drink is served warm and often includes cider or wine.
What is mulled wine?
In this 1966 animated classic, a green villain’s heart grows three sizes.
What is How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
This tune begins with the line “Dashing through the snow…”
What is “Jingle Bells”?
This red-nosed reindeer helps guide Santa’s sleigh.
Who is Rudolph?
Hanging these above the fireplace allows Santa to fill them with gifts.
What are Christmas stockings?
This sweet bread loaf filled with fruit is a German holiday staple.
What is stollen?
Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City in this 2003 comedy.
What is Elf?
This classic by Bing Crosby is the bestselling Christmas song of all time.
What is “White Christmas”?
This snowman comes to life when children place a magic hat on his head.
Who is Frosty the Snowman?
This plant symbolizes peace and romance, prompting people to kiss underneath it.
What is mistletoe?
This drink is made with milk, cream, and sometimes alcohol.
What is eggnog?
This black-and-white 1946 film tells the story of George Bailey and an angel named Clarence.
What is It’s a Wonderful Life?
This song features a couple arguing about whether one of them should stay or go.
What is “Baby, It’s Cold Outside”?
This miserly character is visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve.
Who is Ebenezer Scrooge?
This Advent tradition involves lighting candles—usually three purple and one pink.
What is an Advent wreath?
This dessert features flaming brandy and is served in the UK.
What is Christmas pudding?
This 1983 film is based on Jean Shepherd’s stories and features a boy who wants a Red Ryder BB gun.
What is A Christmas Story?
This choral piece, written in 1739 by Charles Wesley, is often sung to Mendelssohn’s melody.
What is “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”?
This Nutcracker prince battles the Mouse King in a famous Christmas ballet.
Who is the Nutcracker?
This European tradition involves a Christmas figure who punishes naughty children, often paired with St. Nicholas.
Who is Krampus?
This dense holiday dessert, traditionally soaked in spirits and packed with dried fruits and nuts, is known for its extremely long shelf life and is often the subject of Christmas jokes.
What is fruitcake?