5 Unique Christmas Activities to Do With Family

The kids are off on holiday break watching way too many movies, you’re running around like a chicken with your head cut off picking up last minute gifts, and nobody is spending any time together during the holiday season. Does this sound familiar? You’re not alone.

Christmas time is meant to be enjoyed with family and friends, so take a minute to look over these easy and fun Christmas activities to do with your family to get the most out of your holiday season (without all the stress).

1. Christmas Charades Game

Christmas charades is a fun way to connect during the holiday season and can be done with big or small groups. This unique take on the classic game will make it extra special to your kids as they try to act out holiday inspired actions, people and movies. Better yet, you already have access to a list of Christmas charade words and free printable to use to make magical memories together easily!

2. Christmas Trivia

Need to make the most out of limited amounts of time together? Try quizzing your kids with Christmas trivia! Easy to do while waiting in the pharmacy drive thru, eating breakfast, or before bed time you can show your playfulness and holiday spirit with fun and unique trivia questions. Bonus points, all the trivia you need is ready for you here:

3. Christmas Craft Party

Host a Christmas craft party with your kids or extended family! Great for all ages, you can set up a table with craft supplies to make themed art projects. Don’t make it complicated--use up old supplies or for the less crafty, Amazon, Walmart and Hobby Lobby all have ready to make winter art projects! Play Christmas music in the background, enjoy some time together and display your creations to add personalized Christmas decor.

4. Drive Around Looking at Christmas Lights

It gets darker earlier now with more time to kill in the evenings so why don’t you pile the family in the car and go look at Christmas lights around town! We used to do this every Christmas Eve after church as a family and drove to a neighborhood that had amazing lights displayed. Now you can find drive through parks and businesses that have lights and music to enjoy as well. Christmas lights add a little extra magic to the season!

5. Christmas Photoshoot

Sometimes professional family photos just add too much stress to your already busy season, so why not have some fun with your family, make memories and have really great photos to enjoy for the years to come by creating your own photoshoot! You can make a DIY photo booth with unused Christmas decorations or stand in front of your Christmas tree for a festive background. Keep it classy with fancy outfits or find the ugliest Christmas sweaters for the family. Your best photos could be used as the perfect thank you card.

Remember that Christmas time is meant to be enjoyed with your family so choose one or all of these unique activities to make the season special for the whole family.

Jenn writes at her blog healthyhappyimpactful.com. She’s a mom of three looking to learn and grow. Check it out if you love helpful tips on health, family, and personal growth.