Famous December Birthdays
This "King of Pop," born on December 5, created the holiday hit "Little Drummer Boy/Peace on Earth" with Bing Crosby.
Who is Michael Jackson?
These sweet, striped candies are often used to decorate Christmas trees.
What are candy canes?
The song Let It Snow! was written in the middle of this season, far from winter.
What is summer?
This tradition, where people kiss beneath a green plant, is believed to bring good luck and love.
What is mistletoe?
This creamy cocktail, made with milk, cream, sugar, whipped eggs, and often spiked with rum or brandy, is a holiday classic.
What is eggnog?
This actor, born on December 28, played George Bailey in the holiday classic It’s a Wonderful Life.
Who is Jimmy Stewart?
This traditional Italian Christmas bread is studded with dried fruits and has a light, airy texture.
What is panettone?
This popular carol tells us, "Good tidings we bring to you and your kin."
What is We Wish You a Merry Christmas?
In Russia and other Eastern Orthodox countries, Christmas is celebrated on this date due to the Julian calendar.
What is January 7?
This warm, spiced wine is a popular drink in Europe during Christmas markets.
What is mulled wine?
Born December 9, this British actor is famous for portraying Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.
Who is Ian McKellen?
This British dessert, traditionally served on Christmas, is made with suet, dried fruits, and spices.
What is Christmas pudding?
The "Twelve Days of Christmas" starts with this gift.
What is a partridge in a pear tree?
On New Year’s Eve, many in Spain eat 12 of these fruits at midnight for good luck.
What are grapes?
Named for its fiery hue, this champagne cocktail made with orange juice and grenadine is perfect for holiday brunches.
What is a poinsettia?
This musical icon, born on December 12, is often associated with holiday standards like “Let It Snow!”
Who is Frank Sinatra?
Known as bûche de Noël, this French dessert is shaped like this seasonal object.
What is a Yule log?
The song Do You Hear What I Hear? was originally written as a plea for peace during this conflict.
What is the Cuban Missile Crisis?
This Canadian winter festival, held in Quebec City, is one of the largest and oldest winter carnivals in the world.
What is the Quebec Winter Carnival?
Popular during the holidays, this whiskey-based cocktail is made with lemon juice, honey, and hot water.
What is a hot toddy?
Born December 25, this legendary scientist and mathematician is credited with formulating the laws of motion.
Who is Isaac Newton?
During Hanukkah, foods like sufganiyot are fried in oil to commemorate this specific miracle.
What is the miracle of the oil lasting eight days?
This popular holiday song was originally written in 1857 for Thanksgiving, not Christmas
What is Jingle Bells?
In Denmark, it's traditional to celebrate the arrival of Christmas Eve by dancing around this object.
What is the Christmas tree?
Originating in Puerto Rico, this creamy coconut drink is spiked with rum and often called the “Puerto Rican eggnog.”
What is coquito?