Whether it’s decorating the tree, making cookies, or watching our preferred Christmas movies, we all have those beloved holiday customs. But how about starting new traditions that bring everyone together in a fun and engaging way? This is where Christmas family trivia comes in.
Everyone is gathered around the fireplace, sipping hot chocolate, laughing as they try to recall Santa’s reindeer names while sporting matching Christmas pajamas. Growing alongside your family as you add fresh questions and memories, trivia is the kind of game that may become a yearly favorite.
Apart from entertainment value, trivia is an amazing way to get fresh knowledge about the festive season. How frequently do we act out Christmas without really understanding the customs underlying it? Trivia is ideal for any event, including your immediate family or the entire extended crew; it gives a little brainpower to the mix!
Why Christmas Trivia?
Christmas goes beyond simply glittering lights and presents under the tree. It’s about making memories and having fun among the people you love most. A decent round of Christmas family trivia can set off giggles, lighthearted debates (don’t worry, it’s all in good fun!), and maybe even a few “I knew it!” moments). This is the ideal low-stress exercise; it’s also good that everyone’s a little more tolerant when they’re wearing warm matching sweaters.
Here’s a hint before we start the questions: remember the prizes! Including a batch of freshly made cookies, one additional candy cane, or first dibs on the couch adds a small incentive that always makes the game more interesting.
Alright, let’s get this trivia party started!
Easy Christmas Trivia Questions
Let’s start with some simple questions everyone in the family can respond to warm-up. These are ideal for younger children or anyone else who might require a light prod into the Christmas mood.
- Which popular holiday beverage is also known as “milk punch”?
Answer: Eggnog
- What are the two other most popular names for Santa Claus?
Answer: Kris Kringle and Saint Nick
- Which Christmas song begins with the lyrics, “You better watch out, you better not cry”?
Answer: “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”
- Where does the tradition of hanging stockings come from?
Answer: It originated from the story of Saint Nicholas putting gold coins in stockings.
- What was the first company that used Santa Claus in advertising?
Answer: Coca-Cola
- What is Frosty the Snowman’s nose made of?
Answer: A button
- In “Home Alone,” where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind?
Answer: Paris
- What did the other reindeer not let Rudolph do because of his shiny red nose?
Answer: Join in any reindeer games
- Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Answer: Germany
- What’s the name of the Grinch’s dog in the movie “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”?
Answer: Max
Medium Christmas Trivia Questions
Now that everyone is warmed up, let’s intensify it. These questions will assess your familiarity with Christmas customs, films, and perhaps some historical background!
- What is the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
Answer: “Home Alone”
- In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” what gift is given on the seventh day?
Answer: Seven swans a-swimming
- What fruit is traditionally put inside a Christmas stocking?
Answer: An orange
- How many ghosts show up in “A Christmas Carol”?
Answer: Four (Jacob Marley, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future)
- In which modern-day country was Saint Nicholas born?
Answer: Turkey
- What decoration do you typically put on top of a Christmas tree?
Answer: A star or an angel
- Which actor played six different roles in “The Polar Express”?
Answer: Tom Hanks
- In “Elf,” what’s the first rule of The Code of Elves?
Answer: Treat every day like Christmas!
- How many reindeer are featured in the poem “Twas the Night Before Christmas”?
Answer: Eight
- What Christmas carol does the Peanuts gang sing at the end of “A Charlie Brown Christmas”?
Answer: “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”
Hard Christmas Trivia Questions
Alright, it’s time to split the Christmas enthusiasts from the holiday beginners! Though they are challenging, they will be easy if you are the family Christmas trivia champion.
- In what year was Christmas declared a federal holiday in the United States?
Answer: 1870
- In “The Muppet Christmas Carol,” who plays Scrooge?
Answer: Michael Caine
- Which real-life person is Santa Claus based on?
Answer: The Christian bishop Saint Nicholas
- In “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” what is Jack Skellington’s title in Halloween Town?
Answer: The Pumpkin King
- What popular Christmas song was actually written for Thanksgiving?
Answer: “Jingle Bells”
- What is the name of the last ghost that visits Scrooge in “A Christmas Carol”?
Answer: The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
- In which European country is it traditional to hide all brooms in the house on Christmas Eve to prevent witches from stealing them?
Answer: Norway
- In “It’s a Wonderful Life,” what happens every time a bell rings?
Answer: An angel gets his wings
- What are you supposed to do when you find yourself under the mistletoe?
Answer: Kiss
- How do you say “Merry Christmas” in Spanish?
Answer: “Feliz Navidad”
Extra Fun: Themed Christmas Trivia Categories
Having your trivia questions now, why not challenge your family and yourself and add themed trivia categories? This will keep everyone on their toes and increase the engaging power of the game! These are some categories you might sprinkle all around your trivia game:
- Christmas Movies: Though everyone enjoys a great holiday movie marathon, who recalls all the minute details?
- Example Question: what Christmas film has the highest-grossing all-time record? (Answer: Home Alone)
- Christmas Carols: To what extent do you know your holiday tunes? Using questions on classic carols, test everyone’s musical expertise.
- Example Question: Under “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” how many lords a-leeping are there? (Answer: 10)
- Christmas Around the World: Christmas is observed differently all around. To what extent do your family know about customs from other countries?
- Example Question: In which country do people eat KFC for Christmas dinner? (Answer: Japan)
- Christmas History: Though everyone loves modern-day Christmas, how did it come to be? See how well you know the beginnings of the most cherished customs on the holiday.
- Example Question: in what year did Christmas become officially a federal holiday in the United States? (Answer: 1870)
- Santa Claus Trivia: Without the man of the hour, no Christmas trivia would be whole! Discover fascinating information about Santa Claus, his reindeer, and his magical sleigh.
- Example Question: What is the count of reindeer pulling Santa’s sleigh? (Answer: 9, including Rudolph)
- Christmas Food: From fruitcake to eggnog, customs on holiday food have been around for as long as Christmas itself. Let’s find out who is best knowledgeable in celebratory cuisine!
- Example Question: what fruit is customarily featured in Christmas stockings? (Answer: An orange)
Whether they are history enthusiasts, carolers at heart, or Christmas movie buffs, these categories can be combined and matched throughout the game to keep things fresh and provide something for everyone!
Bonus: How to Rock Your Family Christmas Trivia Night
Here are some interesting ideas to make your trivia night unforgettable:
- Divide into Teams: Turn it into a team game. Parents against children or alternate to maintain equity. Bonus points if the teams dress in matching PatPat jammies!
- Create a Christmas Trivia Trophy: Get creative and hand-made a Christmas Trivia Trophy for the winning team. Something as simple as a Santa figure or a little Christmas tree looks fantastic.
- Set the Mood with Snacks: Hot cocoa, Christmas cookies, and candy canes are a must to set the mood with snacks! Keep everyone vibrant for all the brainpower required.
- Photobooth Moment: Make sure your trivia night includes some family pictures taken in a photo booth. The Christmas family’s clothes will provide that extra glitter to the pictures, and you will have a great memory to remember.
Wrapping Up Your Christmas Trivia Night
These Christmas family trivia questions will help you to have a night full of laughter, interesting knowledge, and some friendly rivalry. Trivia is a terrific way to gather everyone and create lifelong holiday memories, whether your game is for bragging rights or rewards.
And don’t forget—check out PatPat’s line of matching Christmas pajamas, festive sweaters, and family outfits to ensure your trivia night is as fashionable as it is fun if you want to make your family gathering even more unique.
Merry Christmas, and may the best trivia master win!
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