Winter Sports & Games
Holiday Movies
Holiday Music
Holiday and Winter Comfort Foods
Must-Have Holiday Toys
Holiday Knowledge
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Known to many as "The Flying Tomato," it's his snowboarding competition who needs to "ketchup." A three-time Olympic gold medalist in half-pipe snowboarding, this multi-talented individual has also cameo'd in movies and plays electric guitar in the rock band Bad Things.
Who is Shaun White?
100
Okay, here's a softball. This guy actually knows Santa.
Who is Buddy the Elf?
100
A popular holiday song inspired this Saturday Night Live sketch...
What is I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus?
100
They resemble shortbread or butter cookies, but around the holidays true New Mexicans know they are really...
What are bisochitos?
100
In 1955, I was so popular with the kiddos that I spawned an Eddie Murphy Saturday Night Live spoof in the early 1980s and then again in 2019.
Who is Gumby?
100
Commonly known as the Festival of Lights, this Jewish festival commemorates the miracle of one day's worth of oil actually lasting for eight days!
What is Hannukkah?
200
Unlike in the All-Valley Karate Tournament, you don't need to "sweep the leg" to be a champion in this sport. Broom technique helps, though. Since it's introduction to the Olympics in 1988, Canadian teams have dominated medals stand!
What is curling?
200
You may not know this, but after he was the "Terminator" and before he was the "Governator," this individual was actually Turbo Man. He thought his biggest nemesis was the T1000? Nah--it was Sinbad as a postal worker.
Who is Arnold Schwarzegger?
200
This rock band is certainly dedicated to their craft. To entertain the holiday masses, they are willing to drive clear across Northern Russia!
Who is the Trans-Siberian Orchestra?
200
Forget pigs in a blanket or corn dogs. In NM in wintertime, I'll take these all day...
What are tamales?
200
In you were a kid in 1983, you can bet you wanted this toy! Despite their name, these dolls did not come paired with vegetables...
What are Cabbage Patch Kids?
200
Though technically a fall holiday, if you asked someone of Hindu or Buddhist background what the Festival of Lights is, instead of Hanukah, they might say...
What is Diwali?
300
This disgraced professional athlete fought Paula Jones in Celebrity Boxing, as well as competed on Dancing with the Stars, where she placed third. She also set a land speed record in a vintage gas coupe, as well as made an appearance on Worst Cooks in America. However, she's probably best known in the figure-skating world, with her history forever intertwined with Nancy Kerrigan...
Who is Tonya Harding?
300
Chandler Bing is known to be be a curmudgeon during the holidays. In contrast, this Bing loves staying in inns during them and also wants it to snow on Christmas...
Who is Bing Crosby?
300
Before this comedian was providing water to football teams, getting on the PGA tour, raising a kid, wooing Drew Barrymore (on multiple occasions), or dealing in gems, he was well-known for singing The Chanukah Song on Saturday Night Live.
Who is Adam Sandler?
300
If you're from New Mexico, you know the name of this dish!
What is posole?
300
Introduced by Kenner in 1963, my brother had one as a kid--no wonder he grew up to be a chef! His was probably made by Hasbro, though, and it definitely didn't have incandescent light bulbs as its heat source. I still have fond memories of those little cakes!
What is the Easy-Bake Oven?
300
In many places, individuals dine on these in anticipation for the start of Lent. In New Orleans, though, you might dress in costumes and parade down the street to IHOP to celebrate this holiday...
What is Mardi Gras?
400
Finish the line from the 1993 classic Cool Runnings: "Feel the Rhythm! Feel the Rhyme! Get on up...
What is "it's bobsled time!"
400
Let's not forget New Years! They say in comedy, timing is everything. That's probably why Billy Crystal failed to kiss Meg Ryan at midnight in this classic Rob Reiner rom com, set in New York City.
What is When Harry Met Sally?
400
This classic holiday song has received criticism for its support of problematic relationship themes. Though it is prominently featured in the movies Neptune's Daughter and Elf, I encourage you to check out the new Netflix film Love Hard, which has a refreshing take! The Love Hard version should leave you feeling warm inside.
What is Baby It's Cold Outside?
400
In Ireland, they may call it a "hot whiskey." But for lovers of this winter cocktail, we know it also includes things like honey, herbs, and spices! Just a hint--it wasn't invented by Todd Bridges of Diff'rent Strokes fame.
What is a Hot Toddy?
400
In 1996, parents probably were not tickled pink by how hard it was to find this toy. They might have been red with rage at trying to find this popular Sesame Street character, though...
What is Tickle Me Elmo?
400
The shortest day of the year--typically, where we mark the official start of Winter--is actually a celebration for many indigenous peoples in North America and around the world. A balanced celebration recognizing both hardship and hope, some of the world's most notable ancient monuments are attributable to this holiday.
What is the Winter Solstice?
500
A ball made of yucca root and several moccasins are all you need to play this Winter Navajo game, which also communicates important life lessons about making choices. Not every choice will be right, but mistakes represent an opportunity to learn and gain experience!
What is the Navajo Shoe Game?
500
Is this really a holiday movie? You'll find some deceased and difficult fans who will bristle at the suggestion that it isn't! Some have also suggested this is really a Harry Potter movie, as Bruce Willis spends most of his time sneaking around a tower trying to hide from Alan Rickman...Yippee-ki-yay!
What is Die Hard?
500
Finish the lyric from the 1984 Wham! classic: "This year, to.....I'll give it to someone special."
What is "to save me from tears?"
500
In truth, any food can be Kwanzaa food--the focus is on community, not a specific dish. That being said, the focal point of many Kwanzaa feasts is this type of dish, one that people can circle around one-pot and share. Bring your spoon--and maybe some bread--for this hearty winter dish! Hint-- it sometimes contains beef, and it's homemade, not from Campbell's...
What is a stew?
500
Forget having a dog or a cat! If you didn't know about this popular toy in 1975, you must have been living under one...
What is the Pet Rock?
500
Many children love opening presents on December 25th! However, children in Latin America often have wait just a little bit longer--until January 6--to open their gifts. This holiday commemorates the day that the three wise men brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to Baby Jesus.
What is Three Kings Day?
600
Ricky Bobby once said, "If you're not first, you're last." Of course, he probably wasn't referring to this Alaska endurance event in which dogs and humans team up to win the "The Last Great Race on Earth."
What is the Iditarod?
600
I still remember this terrible dream I had in 1993. It just seemed like my old routine was so tired, and I was looking for something new to sink my boney fingers into. Wouldn't you know, in New Mexico fashion I found something red and green, but when I tried it out with my skeleton crew, I pretty quickly found myself in a disaster! It was like something out of the mind of Tim Burton! Alas, if only I hadn't had the...
What is Nightmare Before Christmas?
600
This holiday season, just make sure not to forget old acquaintances, as this song cautions against. You want to make sure you can bring them to mind!
What is Auld Lang Syne?
600
When he indulged in this treat, young Edmund was delighted and thought he had discovered a winter wonderland. I mean, how could he know what The White Witch had planned? Should he be aware of the politics of Narnia when he lived on the other side of a wardrobe?
What is Turkish Delight?
600
Invented in 1946, this toy might not have been a crystal ball, but many children still wanted to consult this to get a sense of their future. If you play pool, though, you want to make sure not to sink this too early...
What is a Magic 8-Ball?
600
With a day each dedicated to seven key principles, this holiday celebration holds a communal feast known as Karamu on day six. Though a newer holiday in comparison to some--being established in 1966--its traditions and celebration have quickly become time-honored.
What is Kwanzaa?