Movies
Will Ferrell plays a character who sets off to find his father in this 2003 Christmas classic.
What is “Elf”?
This reindeer guides Santa's sleigh.
Who is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?
This song contains the lyric, "On the first day of Christmas my true love sent to me..."
What is "The 12 Days of Christmas"?
These striped candies are a popular Christmas treat.
What are candy canes?
This tradition, now associated with Christmas, began in Ancient Greece as a blessing of fertility.
What is kissing under the mistletoe?
This film features a young boy who defends his home from burglars.
What is "Home Alone"?
This loyal dog is the Grinch's only companion.
Who is Max?
This song contains the lyric, "Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful..."
What is "Let It Snow"?
This dessert is filled with dried fruits and nuts.
What is fruitcake?
In Germany, this frightening version of Santa punishes children who misbehave instead of bringing them gifts.
Who is Krampus?
This film is a comedic retelling of the classic Dr. Seuss story.
What is "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"?
This department store elf is known for his festive cheer.
Who is Buddy the Elf?
This song contains the lyric, "What fun it is to ride and sing a sleighing song tonight..."
What is "Jingle Bells"?
This creamy, spiced drink is a traditional holiday beverage.
What is eggnog?
Instead of Santa, a witch drops presents down chimneys in this European country.
What is Italy?
This animated film is a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novel.
What is "A Christmas Carol"?
This miserly old man is visited by three spirits.
Who is Ebenezer Scrooge?
This song contains the lyrics, "Later we'll have some pumpkin pie and we'll do some caroling..."
What is "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree"?
This type of cookie is often associated with Christmas.
What are gingerbread cookies?
These candlelit paper lanterns are a Christmas tradition in Mexico.
What are luminarias?
There is an ongoing debate about whether this action film starring Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman is actually a Christmas film.
What is “Die Hard”?
This man's family vacation turns into a chaotic disaster.
Who is Clark Griswold?
This song contains the lyric, "He knows if you've been bad or good, so be good for goodness sake..."
What is "Santa Claus is Coming to Town"?
This dessert is a French cake made to resemble a log.
What is Yule Log Cake?
In the U.K., popping tubes used to hold small gifts go by this name.
What are Christmas crackers?