Christmas is such a magical time of year, isn’t it? From twinkling lights to cozy family gatherings, there’s just something special about it. And what better way to spice up your holiday get-togethers than with a fun game of Christmas trivia? I’ve put together 65 Christmas-themed trivia questions to test your knowledge and keep the holiday spirit alive. Let’s divide them into three categories: easy, intermediate, and hard. Ready? Have fun!
Easy Christmas Trivia For Kids
Perfect for kids or anyone who’s just warming up. Let’s start with some simple ones.
Question: What color is Santa’s suit?
Answer: Red
Question: What do we traditionally put on top of a Christmas tree?
Answer: A star or an angel
Question: What is Frosty the Snowman’s nose made of?
Answer: A button
Question: What drink is most associated with Christmas?
Answer: Eggnog
Question: What reindeer’s name starts with the letter “B”?
Answer: Blitzen
Question: In the song “Jingle Bells,” what kind of sleigh is mentioned?
Answer: A one-horse open sleigh
Question: What’s the name of the Grinch’s dog?
Answer: Max
Question: What day is Christmas celebrated?
Answer: December 25th
Question: What snack is often left out for Santa?
Answer: Cookies and milk
Question: What do you hang by the fireplace for Santa to fill?
Answer: Stockings
Question: What’s the shape of a traditional candy cane?
Answer: A shepherd’s hook
Question: Which reindeer has a shiny red nose?
Answer: Rudolph
Question: What color are mistletoe berries?
Answer : White
Question: In which season does Christmas occur in Australia?
Answer: Summer
Question: What type of pie is most associated with Christmas?
Answer: Mince pie
Intermediate Christmas Trivia for the family
Getting a little trickier now. Let’s see how well you know your holiday facts.
Question: Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Answer: Germany
Question: In the movie Home Alone, where is the family traveling to when they leave Kevin behind?
Answer: Paris
Question: What are the two main ingredients in a gingerbread house?
Answer: Gingerbread and icing
Question: What is the best-selling Christmas song of all time?
Answer: “White Christmas” by Bing Crosby
Question: What is the name of Ebenezer Scrooge’s cheerful nephew in A Christmas Carol?
Answer: Fred
Question: What is Santa Claus called in Germany?
Answer: Weihnachtsmann
Question: What are the traditional colors of Christmas?
Answer: Red and green
Question: In the movie Elf, what are the four main food groups for elves?
Answer: Candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup
Question: What’s the name of the traditional Italian cake eaten at Christmas?
Answer: Panettone
Question: In The Polar Express, what does the boy lose on the train?
Answer: A bell
Hard Christmas Trivia for Adults in the family
Question: You’ve made it to the challenging round. Think you’re a Christmas expert?
Answer: What was the original title of the poem The Night Before Christmas?
Question: A Visit from St. Nicholas
Question: In The Polar Express, what is “the first gift of Christmas”?
Answer: A bell from Santa’s sleigh
Question: What year was “It’s a Wonderful Life” released?
Answer: 1946
Question: What country is credited with the invention of eggnog?
Answer: England
Question: What do the French call Christmas?
Answer: Noël
Question: What country does the tradition of the Christmas pickle originate from?
Answer: Germany
Question: How many candles are typically on an Advent wreath?
Answer: Four
Question: What figure is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
Answer: A coin
Question: What was the original use of tinsel?
Answer: To mimic icicles
Question: What did the three Wise Men bring as gifts for baby Jesus?
Answer: Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
Bonus Round: Quick-Fire Questions
Want even more? Here are 30 additional questions to keep the holiday fun rolling!
Easy Christmas Trivia for the Family Game Night
Question: What red fruit is often used to decorate wreaths?
Answer: Cranberries
Question: What Christmas ballet is most famous?
Answer: The Nutcracker
Question: What is Santa’s real name?
Answer: Saint Nicholas
Question: Who helps Santa make the toys?
Answer: Elves
Question: What do you use to wrap presents?
Answer: Wrapping paper
Question: What kind of calendar counts down to Christmas?
Answer: Advent calendar
Question: What animal is often associated with Christmas in snowy areas?
Answer: Reindeer
Question: What word means “Christmas” in Hawaiian?
Answer: Mele Kalikimaka
Question: What is hung on doors during the holiday season?
Answer: Wreaths
Question: What is traditionally baked in the shape of a man?
Answer: Gingerbread man
Intermediate Christmas Trivia for Family Game Night
Question: What’s another name for a snowstorm?
Answer: Blizzard
Question: In The Nightmare Before Christmas, who is the Pumpkin King?
Answer: Jack Skellington
Question: In the movie Elf, what does Buddy mistakenly believe is an actual job for elves?
Answer: Making Etch A Sketches.
Question: What’s the main ingredient in a candy cane?
Answer: Sugar
Question: What’s Santa’s wife’s name?
Answer: Mrs. Claus
Question: What holiday is celebrated on December 26th?
Answer: Boxing Day
Question: What famous Christmas decoration originated in Ukraine?
Answer: Spider webs
Question: What beverage is traditionally spiced and served hot during Christmas?
Answer: Mulled wine
Question: In Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, what does Scrooge eat on Christmas Eve?
Answer: Gruel
Question: What is Santa’s workshop said to be full of?
Answer: Toys
Hard Christmas Trivia For Your Next Holiday
Question: In what country is the tradition of “Krampus” celebrated?
Answer: Austria
Question: What does “feliz navidad” mean in English?
Answer: Merry Christmas
Question: What ocean is Christmas Island in?
Answer: Indian Ocean
Question: What was the first company to use Santa in advertising?
Answer: Coca-Cola
Question: How many ghosts appear in A Christmas Carol?
Answer: Four
Question: What traditional Christmas dessert is set on fire before serving?
Answer: Christmas pudding
Question: In Scandinavian countries, what kind of animal is often associated with pulling Santa’s sleigh?
Answer: Goat
Question: What country gifts the Christmas tree placed in Trafalgar Square in London each year?
Answer: Norway
Question: What is the name of the magical snowman brought to life by a hat?
Answer: Frosty
Question: What’s the official name of the red leaves of a poinsettia plant?
Answer: Bracts
I hope this trivia list brings you joy and laughter this holiday season. Whether you’re playing with family, friends, or coworkers, it’s a great way to connect and celebrate. Merry Christmas and happy quizzing!