Christmas Activities
You pile into the car at night to hunt down the brightest displays in town.
What is looking at Christmas lights.
Later on we'll conspire, as we dream by the fire.
What is Winter Wonderland.
Peppermint schnapps + hot chocolate = this North Pole-approved drink.
What is a peppermint hot chocolate or peppermint patty.
Introduced in 1939, this department-store mascot came with a storybook that eventually became the basis for a beloved stop-motion Christmas special.
Who is Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.
This town was the prophesied birthplace of the Messiah and the actual birthplace of Jesus.
What is Bethlehem
Pine needles everywhere are a side effect of this annual tradition of selecting your seasonal
What is picking out a tree.
From now on our troubles will be out of sight.
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.
his bright red cocktail blends cranberry juice, vodka, and lime — basically Christmas in a martini glass.
What is a Christmas Cosmo.
This drink, marketed heavily in vintage holiday ads, featured Santa himself enjoying it straight from the bottle.
What is Coca-Cola
This angel appeared to Mary to announce that she would conceive by the Holy Spirit.
Who is Gabriel.
This dairy-based holiday drink is controversial—you either love it or you hate it.
What is Eggnog.
Please have snow and mistletoe and presents under the tree.
I'll be home for Christmas.
Red wine, brandy, orange, and warm spices simmer together to form this European Christmas-market favorite.
What is mulled wine.
In the 1940s and 50s, this fruit was considered a luxury stocking stuffer since it was rare during winter months.
What is an orange.
Joseph and Mary traveled to Bethlehem because of a decree issued by this Roman ruler.
Who is Caesar Augustus.
You trade gifts—sometimes funny, sometimes terrible—in this popular party game.
What is White Elephant.
Shake it up, Shake up the happiness.
What is Shake Up Christmas - by Train
Crushed ice + bourbon + sugar + mint = this cocktail that becomes “winterized” with cranberry syrup.
What is a cranberry mint julep.
This iconic 1954 film starred Bing Crosby and featured technicolor sets, glamorous costumes, and the song “Sisters.”
What is White Christmas.
This Old Testament prophet foretold that a virgin would conceive and bear a son called Immanuel.
Who is Isaiah.
You might read from Luke 2 during this quiet Christmas Eve practice.
What is the Christmas Story.
You're here where you should be, snow is falling as the carolers sing.
Underneath the Tree - by Kelly Clarkson
Gin, lemon, sugar, and champagne form this bubbly classic that becomes “Christmas-y” when garnished with cranberries.
What is a French 75
First introduced in the 1920s, this shiny tree décor was originally made from real metal and had to be hung one strand at a time.
What is tinsel.
Warned in a dream, Joseph fled to this country with Mary and Jesus to escape King Herod.
What is Egypt.