Christmas Traditions
Winter Holidays Around the World
Holiday Music
Christmas Movies
Winter Wonderland
100

This tradition includes decorations, lights and a tree, but is also homonymous with this nautical term.

Trimming the tree

100

The Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) is a vibrant and colorful celebration mainly observed in which country?

Mexico

100

Which popular winter holiday song begins with the lyrics "Chestnuts roasting on an open fire"?

The Christmas Song

100

In the movie "Elf," what is Buddy's main food group?

Candy

100

This snowman was brought to life by a magical silk hat in the story bearing his name.

Frosty

200

In many households, it's a common tradition to hang these decorative items, often with small gifts inside, on the fireplace or a Christmas tree. What are they?

Stockings

200

In which country is the festival of Kwanzaa celebrated as a cultural holiday during the winter season?

United States

200

In the song "Jingle Bells," how many horses are pulling the sleigh?

One

200

Which animated film tells the story of a train headed to the North Pole on Christmas Eve?

The Polar Express

200

What do people traditionally "make" on New Year's Eve at the stroke of midnight?

Resolutions

300

This country is credited with the creation of the gingerbread house tradition?

Germany

300

What is the traditional Japanese celebration that takes place around the New Year and involves the cleaning and decorating of homes to welcome the Toshigami (New Year's god)?

Oshogatsu

300

This person originally recorded the classic song "All I Want for Christmas Is You"?

Mariah Carey

300

In the 2009 animated film "A Christmas Carol," who voices the characters of both Ebenezer Scrooge and the three ghosts?

Jim Carey

300

This winter sport, originating in Scandinavia, involves participants gliding over snow-covered landscapes with the help of poles and long, narrow skis. What is the name of this traditional winter activity?

Cross-Country Skiing

400

In this European country, it's customary to celebrate St. Nicholas' Day on December 6th by leaving out shoes to be filled with small gifts and treats. What country observes this unique Christmas tradition?

Netherlands

400

This Nordic country celebrates St. Lucia's Day, featuring a procession of girls wearing candles on their heads?

Sweden

400

In 1984, this British duo released the festive song "Last Christmas," which has since become a holiday classic. What is the name of the duo that gave us this cheerful winter tune?

Wham!

400

In the 1994 film "The Santa Clause," what is the name of the lead character, played by Tim Allen, who inadvertently becomes the new Santa Claus?

Scott Calvin

400

Snowflakes are well-known for their intricate and symmetrical patterns. What specific geometric feature defines the symmetry of a snowflake, and how many sides does each individual snowflake typically have?

Hexagonal symmetry

500

Dating back to ancient Rome, this precursor to a modern Christmas tradition involved exchanging small tokens of good luck during the winter solstice celebration. Over time, it evolved into a practice observed in many cultures during the Christmas season. What is this ancient festival?

Saturnalia

500

This festival is celebrated by the Sikh community during the winter season, to mark the birth of Guru Gobind Singh Ji?

Gurpurab

500

This iconic jazz saxophonist recorded the instrumental piece "Winter Wonderland" in 1964. Known for his smooth and lyrical playing, he remains one of the most influential figures in jazz. Who is this legendary saxophonist?

Stan Getz

500

Most of the action in the Christmas film "Die Hard" takes place in this building.

Nakatomi Plaza

500

In 1931, Coca-Cola introduced this modernized image of a character we still use today.

Santa Claus