Holiday Traditions
Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany
What did the other reindeer not let Rudolph do because of his shiny red nose?
Join in any reindeer games
What are the two other most popular names for Santa Claus?
Kris Kringle and Saint Nick
Which Hollywood actor played six different roles in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
Elvis isn’t going to have a white Christmas he’s going to have a….
Blue Christmas
How many nights does Hanukkah last?
Eight
Aside from Rudolph, how many reindeer does Santa have pulling his sleigh?
8
In Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, what was the first name of Scrooge?
Ebenezer
In the movie Elf, what was the first rule of The Code of Elves?
Treat every day like Christmas
Which Christmas song contains the lyric “Everyone dancing merrily in the new old-fashioned way?”
“Rocking Around The Christmas Tree”
What four countries traditionally celebrate Boxing Day?
United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand
What/who does the Grinch use in place of a reindeer to pull his sleigh?
His dog, Max
What was Frosty the Snowman’s nose made out?
A button
What was the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
Home Alone
What is the best-selling Christmas song ever?
"All I Want for Christmas is You" by Mariah Carey
On what date does Kwanzaa begin?
December 26
Which one of Santa’s reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot?
Cupid
Which fairy tale was the first gingerbread houses inspired by?
Hansel and Gretel
In the movie It’s A Wonderful Life, what happened every time a bell rang?
An angel gets their wings
According to the song, what did my true love give to me on the eighth day of Christmas?
Eight maids a milking
Which country did eggnog come from?
England
Three of Santa’s reindeer’s names begin with the letter “D.” What are those names?
Dancer, Dasher, Donner
What was the first company that used Santa Claus in advertising?
Coca Cola
The movie Miracle on 34th Street is based on a real-life department store. What is it?
Macy's
What popular Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving?
"Jingle Bells"