Christmas Films
In this 1965 animated TV special, a misfit reindeer saves Christmas with his glowing red nose.
What is “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”?
This 1984 song by Wham! became a worldwide pop hit and is often considered a Christmas classic.
What is "Last Christmas"?
This Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition features a meatless meal with multiple seafood dishes.
What is the Feast of the Seven Fishes?
These three gifts were given to Jesus by the three Wise Men on Christmas, representing his identity as King, divinity, and humanity.
What is gold, frankiscence, and myrrh?
This town is where Jesus was born, according to the Gospels.
What is Bethlehem?
This 2004 animated film follows a train journey to the North Pole, where a boy learns about the spirit of Christmas.
What is “The Polar Express”?
This popular carol tells of a snow-covered winter scene and begins, “Sleigh bells ring, are you listening?”
What is "Winter Wonderland"?
These small, deep-fried dough balls coated in honey and sprinkles are a popular Italian-American Christmas dessert.
What is struffoli?
This Catholic season begins four Sundays before Christmas and is a time of preparation and waiting.
What is Advent?
this angel appeared to the shepherds to announce the birth of Jesus on the first Christmas night.
Who is the Angel Gabriel?
In Home Alone 1, Kevin McCallister is accidentally left home alone and must defend his house from these two burglars.
Who are Harry and Marv?
A bilingual Christmas song in Spanish and English written by José Feliciano.
What is "Feliz Navidad"?
Often served at Christmas celebrations, these Italian fried pastries can be plain or filled and are sometimes called “Italian doughnuts.”
What are zeppole?
Catholic churches often display this scene showing Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus in a manger.
What is a Nativity scene?
The third candle lit on the Advent wreath is this color, symbolizing joy.
What is pink/rose?
In “It’s a Wonderful Life”? George Bailey learns the value of his life with the help of this angel.
Who is Clarence?
This 1977 song by John Lennon encourages peace on Earth and begins, “So this is Christmas, and what have you done?”
What is “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)”?
Celebrated on January 6, this Italian folk figure is said to bring gifts to children during the Epiphany.
Who is La Befana?
The special Mass is traditionally celebrated at midnight on Christmas eve to welcome the birth of Christ.
What is Sim Ban Gabi/Midnight Mass?
This Gospel tells the story of the angel Gabriel announcing to Mary that she would be the mother of Jesus.
What is the Gospel of Luke?
In Home Alone 2 Kevin accidentally flies to NYC and arrives in this airport.
What is Laguardia Airport?
This Christmas carol, originating in the 16th century, celebrates the birth of Jesus and has a traditional Latin title, "Adeste Fideles".
What is "O Holy Night"?
In the Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition, the seven fishes served are said to symbolize this important set of Catholic practices.
What are the seven sacraments?
According to Catholic tradition, this feast on January 6 celebrates the visit of the Magi to the Christ Child.
What is Epiphany?
This name, meaning "God is with us," is used in the Bible to describe Jesus and is often referenced during Christmas.
What is Emmanuel?