History of Christmas
This landmark NYC event began as a way to celebrate Christmas and a retail expansion in 1924 before shifting earlier in the annual calendar by 1927
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Bad kids get this in their stocking
Coal
"My God, I thought you were someone to rely on
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on"
Last Christmas
In this 2006 holiday rom‑com, two women swap homes to escape heartbreak and end up finding unexpected love in their new surroundings
The Holiday
On Christmas Day in 2004, Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal faced off for the first time since Shaq's trade to this NBA team
Miami Heat
People had long decorated Christmas trees in their home but Edward Hibberd Johnson was the first person to decorate a tree with this in 1882
Lights
Don't get caught under this, or you may be in for an unplanned kiss
Mistletoe
"He's making a list,
He's checking it twice"
Santa Clause Is Coming to Town
In the classic holiday tale, Frosty comes to life thanks to this magical item originally owned by Professor Hinkle
A top hat
Santa will be working on Christmas, but players from this league haven't since 1971, when the league stopped scheduling games on the holiday.
Though many assume “Xmas” is a modern shortcut, it actually traces back to a 16th‑century use of this Greek letter
Chi
First built in Germany in the 16th century, these festive cookie constructions often feature icing “snow” and candy décor.
Gingerbread houses
This iconic Eartha Kitt tune was banned by several radio stations in the 1950s due to its suggestive lyrics, which were deemed too risqué for the era
Santa Baby
This 1990 Christmas classic started out as an idea that came to John Hughes while he was planning a family vacation
Home Alone
In a 2020 Christmas Day showcase, Alvin Kamara tied the NFL single‑game rushing touchdown record by scoring this many touchdowns
Six
Often described as Italy’s answer to Santa Claus, La Befana flies from home to home on this simple household item as she delivers gifts to children
A Broomstick
Once burned during ancient European solstice celebrations to bring good fortune, this namesake treat is now a beloved holiday dessert.
Yule Log
On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love sent this to me
Four calling birds
This grumpy green recluse lives on a peak, whose name faintly echoes something you might enjoy with tea across the pond.
Mount Crumpit
In 2008, Phil Jackson became the fastest coach to earn his 1,000th career win, surpassing the pace set by this Hall of Fame coach who led championship teams in both Los Angeles and Miami
Pat Riley
Starting in 300 BCE, this ancient Roman holiday, honoring the god of Saturn, has influenced many of today's Christmas traditions
Saturnalia
In Justin Bieber’s “Mistletoe,” he compares following his heart to these biblical figures who famously followed the star.
The Wise Men
In this holiday tale, a mysterious train bound for the North Pole stops outside a young skeptic’s home at this precise time
11:55pm