Ho, Ho, Ho
Santa Claus is largely based on this 4th-century bishop known for secret gift-giving.
Who is St. Nicholas
Written in 1933 by a duo inspired by the roasting aroma in their studio, this Christmas classic famously begins with the lines “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” and was first recorded by Nat King Cole.
What is “The Christmas Song”
This dog helps keep the Grinch’s plan from succeeding in the 2000 live-action How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Who is Max
Frosty the Snowman began to dance around after he was dressed in this article of clothing
What is a hat
This American department store, founded in 1858, became famous for its extravagant holiday window displays that helped popularize Christmas shopping in cities
What is Macy's
In The Santa Clause (1994), this actor becomes Santa after accidentally causing the original one to fall off a roof.
Who is Tim Allen
In “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer,” Grandma had been drinking too much of this beverage.
What is eggnog
In Home Alone, Buzz has this animal as a pet
What is a tarantula
In It’s a Wonderful Life, this event signals that Clarence has finally earned his wings.
What is a bell ringing
According to a 2012 survey, 33% of holiday shoppers were seated here while making their online purchases.
What is the Toilet
The modern Santa Claus draws heavily from this Dutch folkloric figure, whose name was later Anglicized and popularized in American Christmas tradition.
Who is Sinterklaas
This ex-Beatle wrote and recorded “Wonderful Christmastime” in 1980 for his second solo album.
Who is Paul McCartney
In Elf, this fuzzy creature does not want to give buddy a hug
what is a raccoon
In Home Alone, the McAllister's leave their son Kevin behind while they jet off to this city
What is Paris
In 1975 children all around America asked for this igneous formation from Santa
What is the Pet Rock
This 19th-century political cartoonist helped solidify the modern image of Santa as a rotund, bearded man in a fur-trimmed suit.
Who is Thomas Nast
This Christmas song originally included the lyric “until then we’ll have to muddle through somehow,” which was later altered to sound more optimistic.
What is “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”
In The Nightmare Before Christmas, this ghostly dog not only has a glowing nose but also plays a key role in guiding Jack Skellington through the foggy Halloween Town skies.
Who is Zero
In the classic Christmas movie, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, the Grinch was described with this 3 word alliteration
What is stink, stank, stunk
In the year 2000, this 2 wheeled toy was the most purchased Christmas gift
What is a Razor Scooter
In Germany, this frightening anti-Santa Claus with goat’s hooves and horns punishes children who misbehave instead of bringing them gifts.
Who is Krampus
Written during the Great Depression, this now-standard Christmas song was originally intended as a Thanksgiving tune.
What is Jingle Bells
In the 1970 stop-motion special Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town, this playful penguin accompanies Kris on his journey and provides comic relief throughout the adventure
Who is Topper
In Elf, this minor character’s offhand workplace insult toward Buddy directly precipitates the chaotic confrontation that leads to Walter Hobbs losing his job
Who is Miles Finch
This term wasn't about shopping but a financial crash on September 24, 1869, when gold speculators Jay Gould and Jim Fisk crashed the market
What is Black Friday