There’s so much magic in marveling at holiday lights, decorating the tree, and watching holiday movies. Holiday traditions being passed down from parent to child are a huge part of the holiday magic. Here's a list of some of the best holiday family traditions to foster meaningful connections and tap into the holiday spirit during the season of gratitude and giving back.
- Create a Homemade Gift for the Grandparents: Make extra-special gifts for the grandparents, whether it's handprint artwork, a DIY photo ornament, or a special photo book or video montage, which will be truly memorable.
- Build a Snowman: Who doesn’t love a white Christmas? When there is some fluffy snow coming down, gear up in your warmest winter clothes and have an old-fashioned snowman-making contest.
- Go Sledding: Don’t underestimate how much fun sledding can be, no matter your age. Whether you have kids or not, grab some friends, your significant other, or the whole family for a memorable day.
- Enjoy an Outdoor Light Display: Visit your local zoo, ballpark, botanical gardens, amusement park, or any venue with a holiday light display. Or just drive around and visit neighborhoods and streets with festive home displays.
- Go Ice Skating: Visit your local pond or hockey rink and do some ice skating to capture the simple joy of the snow season.
- Have a Pajama Night Movie Watch Party: Turn on the tree lights and cozy up under a blanket with hot cocoa and watch your favorite holiday films.
- Make Gingerbread Houses: Grab a kit at your local grocery store and enjoy the sweet treat that doubles as a fun craft.
- Host a Holiday Bonfire: Invite your family, friends, and neighbors for a night of hot cocoa and s’mores. Bundle up in scarves and mittens and share some holiday cheer around a warm fire.
Check out the whole holiday bucket list here from The Every Mom.
Source: The Every Mom