Holiday Songs
Finish these lyrics "Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, had a very shiny nose, and if you ever saw it, ___________________."
you would even say it glows
Kids leave this out for a jolly man at night
Milk and cookies
Which little Whoville resident saw the Grinch stealing the Christmas tree in “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas”?
Cindy Lou Who
The beverage company that has been using commercials starring Santa Claus since the 1930's
Coca Cola
What day does Kwanzaa begin?
December 26th
What day will New Years be in 2023?
Sunday
How many days is Hanukkah celebrated?
8 days
Complete these lyrics "All I want for Christmas is my two __ __ / Then I could wish you 'Merry Christmas."
front teeth
How many days are in the advent calendar?
24\25
In Home Alone 1, where does Kevin's family go on vacation?
Paris
How many reindeer pull Santa’s sleigh (including Rudolph)?
9
When does Kwanzaa end?
January 1st
What is the most popular New Years resolution?
Exercise/Lose weight/Eat healthy
The name of fried potato pancakes
Latkes
Which of these characters "is a fairy tale, they say?"
How may candles are there light to during the Hanukkah?
Eight
What animated film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole
The Polar Express
Magical character that gets up to mischief in the night
Elf on a shelf
The values and practices of Kwanzaa are selected from people from which continent?
Africa
What newspaper sponsored the first-ever Times Square New Year’s Eve party?
The New York Times
What is one thing all the foods eaten on Hanukkah have in common?
All are deep-fried (because of the miracle of the oil jug)
In the song "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town," how does Santa "find out who's naughty or nice?"
he makes a list and checks it twice
The name of a famous Russian ballet about christmas
The Nutcracker
What Disney movie celebrate both Halloween and Christmas?
The Nightmare Before Christmas
What are two other popular names for Santa Claus?
Kris Kringle and Saint Nick
What do they do on the 7th day of Kwanzaa?
Exchange gifts
People in the United States eat this for good luck on New Year’s Eve
Black-eyed peas
The letters on the dreidel
Nun, Gimmel, Hey, Shin
Complete these lyrics "Here comes Santa Claus / Here comes Santa Claus / Right down _____."
Santa Claus Lane
What colors represent Kwanzaa?
Red, black and green
The real-life department store featured in "Miracle on 34th Street"
Macy's
What is the name of the green and red plant that is used to decorate houses during the holidays?
Poinsettia
The black candle represents this principle
Umoja or Unity
How large is the Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball in diameter? (Feet)
12 feet
What kind of oil is used in a Menorah?
Olive oil
What song has Santa going "Down through the chimney with lots of toys / All for the little ones Christmas joys?"
Up on the Housetop
What is hung on fireplaces?
Stocking
Name this movie by only hearing its quotes:
ITS SANTA! I KNOW HIM!
Buddy the elf, what's your favorite color?
I'm in love, I'm in love and I don't care who knows it!
I slept great! Got a full 40 minutes.
Elf
Children leave this out for Santa at night in England
Mince pie
What does corn represent in Kwanzaa?
Children
How many pounds did the first Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball weigh? (Hundreds)
700 pounds
What is the name of the candle used to light the rest of the candles on the Menorah?
Shamash ("attendant" candle)
In the song, “Twelve days of Christmas,” what kind of tree is the partridge sitting on?
Pear Tree
What tradition is connected with mistletoe?
kissing
The name of the Grinch's pet dog?
Max
What do most people put on the top of a Christmas tree?
a star or an angel
This color candle represents the people's struggles
Red
What gets dropped in Atlanta, GA at the stroke of midnight?
A giant peach
This American city has a 30ft tall Menorah that is lit every Hanukkah
Washington D.C.
Complete the song:
Oh, the weather outside is frightful
But the fire is so delightful
And since we've no place to go
Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!
Which fairy tale was the first gingerbread houses inspired by?
Hansel & Gretel
In the movie "The Santa Clause," what happens to Santa that Scott Calvin puts on his coat?
Santa falls off his roof
In what country did our tradition of putting up trees for Christmas originate? It is also the county that infamous christmas villain / terrorist Hans Gruber is from.
Germany
The name of a Kwanzaa candle holder is what?
Kinara
What is the 2024's Chinese New Year Animal?
The dragon
The name of a topping people like to put on Latkes during Hanukkah (there are two right answers)
Applesauce or sour cream
When "I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus," where was he?
under the mistletoe
Ebenezer Scrooge
How many Home Alone movies are there?
6
What was the first Christmas carol broadcast in space?
Jingle Bells
What is the African language associated with Kwanzaa symbols and principles
Swahili
This infamous Roman dictator is credited with making January 1st a National Holiday
Julius Caesar
What is Hanukkah gelt is made out of?
Chocolate
In the song "12 Days of Christmas," what was given on the 2nd day?
2 turtle doves
What Holiday tradition involves candy and building - sometimes even as a competition?
Making a gingerbread house
Name two famous animated Snowmen
Frosty the Snowman & Olaf
How do you say “Merry Christmas” in Spanish?
Feliz Navidad
What is the meaning of "Kwanzaa"?
"First Fruits"
In this country they eat Soba noodles as a popular dish for New Years
a.) S. Korea b.) China c) Vietnam d.) Japan
Japan
Who was the 1st US President to recognize Hanukkah in the White House?
Jimmy Carter (1979)