Holiday Movies
In this 2003 film, a young boy named Buddy discovers he is actually human raised by elves at the North Pole.
What is Elf?
This pop star famously wore a candy-cane striped outfit while singing "Santa Baby" in a 2000 performance.
Who is Madonna?
This country is famous for celebrating Christmas on December 24th with a traditional feast, followed by the "Vajillas Rotas" (breaking of the plates" for good luck.
Where is Greece?
This iconic pop diva's 1994 Christmas song, "All I want for Christmas is You" has become a modern holiday anthem.
Who is Mariah Carey?
Kwanzaa is celebrated over seven days, each corresponding to a different principle known as this.
What are the Nguzo Saba (The Seven Principlies)
In The Holiday (2006), Kate Winslet swaps homes with Cameron Diaz during the holiday season. What city is Winslet's character from?
Where is London?
This actor, known for his role as the Grinch, appeared in several movies including a green character.. which character did he play first?
What is The Mask?
In this country, Santa is known as "Father Frost" and is often accompanied by a Snow Maiden named Snegurochka during New Year's celebrations.
Who is Russia?
This comedian is famous for his popular Hanukkah song, which humorously lists Jewish celebrities and traditions
Who is Adam Sandler?
This fried food, often eaten during Hanukkah, symbolizes the oil that burned for eight days in the ancient temple.
What are latkes (potato pancakes)?
This 1989 film about a young Black boy's journey to find the true meaning of Christmas was inspired by a classic holiday tale but with an African-American twist.
What is "The Preacher's Wife"?
This famous singer released a Christmas album in 2011 that featured collaborations with artists like Michael Buble and Tony Bennett?
Who is Justin Beiber?
Known for its "La Posada" celebration, this country re-enacts Mary and Joseph's search for shelter before the birth of Jesus.
What is Mexico?
This holiday hit by Wham! features the line "The very next day, you gave it away" and has been redone by numerous artists including Ariana Grande, Kelly Clarkson, and the cast of Glee.
What is "Last Christmas"?
The tradition of placing this tree decoration originated in 16th century Germany and often symbolizes hope and light.
What is the Christmas star?
This 2018 animated film stars a group of animals preparing for the first Christmas, Bo is the main character.
What is The Star?
This beloved actor/singer voiced the character of "Kris Kringle" in The Santa Clause franchise and also recorded several Christmas songs over his career.
Who is Tim Allen?
This European country is home to a tradition called "St Nicholas Day," which involves children leaving shoes out for treats on December 6th.
What is the Netherlands?
This Christmas classic by Jackson 5 features the joyful line "Shake a hand, shake a hand now" and has been a holiday favorite since 1970.
What is "I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus"?
This spinning top, a traditional Hanukkah toy, has four sides, each representing a letter of the Hebrew phrase "Nes Gadol Hayah Sham"
What is a dreidel?
This 2019 movie starring Emilia Clarke (Queen of Dragons) features a plot that includes Wham!'s holiday hit "Last Christmas"
What is Last Christmas?
This character struggled with attending his first Holiday get together because he couldn't get comfortable in the few outfits he had to choose from even after stealing an outfit from somebody else.
Who is The Grinch?
During the Holiday season, in this country families often enjoy "Feast of Seven Fishes," a. meal that typically includes mainly seafood dishes.
What is Italy?
This 1994 hit by Mariah Carey includes the iconic line, "Make my wish come true," and was one of the first holiday songs to break major records on the Billboard charts.
On this holiday, people in the Philippines celebrate with a giant lantern festival in the city of San Fernando.
What is Christmas?