Winter
What date is the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere?
December 21st (Winter Solstice)
In hockey, how many players per team are on the ice at once?
6
What item is lit each night during Hanukkah?
A Menorah
In Home Alone 1, where does Kevin’s family end up for the holidays?
Paris
Which famous duo sang Last Christmas?
Wham!
What process turns water vapour directly into ice crystals on surfaces, creating frosty patterns?
Deposition
Which Canadian hockey team has the most Stanley Cups?
Montreal Canadiens
What are the colors of Kwanzaa?
Red, Black, Green
What is the name of the main villain in A Nightmare Before Christmas?
Oogie Boogie
What winter song includes the lyrics “The cold never bothered me anyway”?
Let It Go — Frozen soundtrack
How many sides does a usual snowflake have?
6
What sport features athletes going down a track of ice in a small sled?
Luge (Bobsled/Skeleton)
What dish is traditionally eaten during Lunar New Year for good luck and wealth?
Dumplings
Who is the creator of The Nightmare Before Christmas?
Tim Burton
Which classic holiday song opens with the line “City sidewalks, busy sidewalks…”?
Silver Bells
In the Southern Hemisphere, when does winter take place?
June to August
What country is considered the birthplace of modern skiing?
Norway
Lunar New Year 2025 is the year of what animal?
Snake
What was the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
Home Alone
In The Twelve Days of Christmas, how many total gifts are given on the last day?
78
In which country can you best see the Northern Lights?
Iceland
Skiing is the most popular winter sport in the US. Which US state is home to the largest number of ski resorts (50+)
New York
What country does the holiday drink Coquito originate from?
Puerto Rico
Which actor played six different roles in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
What classic Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle Bells