30 Christmas Games Saint Nick Would Be Proud Of
’Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread festive cheer than with a sleigh-load of Christmas game ideas on Baamboozle? We’ve wrapped up the merriest collection of yuletide challenges that even old Saint Nick himself would give a hearty "Ho, Ho, Ho!"
But here’s the twist—this isn’t just any list. We’ve saved the best for last, and each game on this countdown brings a unique flavor of holiday fun to your classrooms.
And don’t miss Snakes and Ladders Holidays Theme—a festive twist on the classic game! Climb ladders, slide candy canes, and bring holiday cheer to your classroom.
From clever riddles to high-energy debates, these 30 games will spark joy, laughter, and a sprinkle of holiday magic among your students. Let’s start unwrapping, shall we?
30. Christmas and Past Simple
By albatizon18
Refine those past simple skills with sentences about Christmas—because nothing says “holiday cheer” like a linguistic journey through festive grammar drills.
Helps with: Past simple tense, sentence construction, and revisiting Christmas experiences.
Best for: Grades 6 to 11
Baam-Link: Play now!
29. Complete the Christmas Song
By willpetley
From Mariah Carey to WHAM, there are so many songs for the Season. Can your students complete all of these iconic Christmas song titles?
Helps with: Song familiarity, completing phrases, and creating a musical holiday atmosphere.
Best for: Grades 7 to 12
Baam-Link: Play now!
28. “I Spy” for Christmas
By Susan Tourdot
Get your sleigh bells ready for a festive round of I Spy! Hunt down Christmas clues hidden in GIFs and channel your inner detective, because holiday fun clearly requires sharp eyes and a sharper wit.
Helps with: Boosting observational skills, having fun with visual clues, and diving into the holiday magic.
Best for: Grades 2 to 5
Baam-Link: Play now!
27. Christmas Rhymes
By Dawn
Can you rhyme for Christmas time? With this game, students match festive clues to rhyming words. It’s poetry, it’s fun, and yes, it might just spark the next Christmas carol.
Helps with: Rhyming, creativity, and getting students to see how “sleigh” rhymes with “yay!”
Best for: Grades 3 to 6
Baam-Link: Play now!
26. Would You Rather: Christmas Edition
By Ally
Would you rather munch on candy canes every single day or call a gingerbread house home? Get ready for some hilariously absurd holiday debates that might just leave your students questioning their life choices.
Helps with: Decision-making, creativity, and adding a playful twist to learning.
Best for: Grades 4 to 8
Baam-Link: Play now!
25. Describe Christmas Scenes
By Susan Tourdot
Sharpen articulation, sentence formation, and grammar by describing holiday scenes—it’s storytelling with a dash of Christmas magic.
Helps with: Articulation, sentence structure, and igniting creative storytelling.
Best for: Grades 2 to 5
Baam-Link: Play now!
24. How Many Can You See?
By Sam
Tackle Christmas-themed "How many?" questions and see who’s ready for a holiday math-off. It’s a numerical adventure sprinkled with just the right amount of festive magic!
Helps with: Counting skills, observation, and adding a festive flair to numbers.
Best for: Grades 2 to 5
Baam-Link: Play now!
23. Emoji Christmas Game
By Dr. Ting
Guess the Christmas Song with the help of emojis and clues. Decode Christmas tunes with a twist!
Helps with: Visual interpretation, emoji mastery, and decoding festive melodies.
Best for: Grades 5 to 8
Baam-Link: Play now!
22. Christmas Speaking
By Kasia Gie
Get older teens and adults chatting with festive conversations, diving into holiday stories and sharing cherished—or hilariously awkward—experiences!
Helps with: Engaging conversations, expression, and fostering a festive atmosphere.
Best for: Grades 9 to 12
Baam-Link: Play now!
21. Christmas Scavenger Hunt
By Mrs. B
Send your students on a festive quest to uncover exciting Christmas treasures hidden in the classroom or at home!
Helps with: Descriptive skills, observation, and celebrating the holiday spirit.
Best for: Grades 3 to 6
Baam-Link: Play now!
20. It’s Almost Christmas!
By brchambers555
Dive into the festivities with a mix of engaging questions designed to spread extra cheer this holiday season!
Helps with: Trivia, anticipation, and embracing the holiday spirit.
Best for: Grades 3 to 6
Baam-Link: Play now!
19. The Christmas Movie Quiz
By speechiebee77
This festive quiz goes beyond mere guessing; it's a cinematic voyage into the enchanting world of Christmas storytelling.
Helps with: Memory, pop culture, and embracing the holiday film spirit.
Best for: Grades 6 to 9
Baam-Link: Play now!
18. Simon Says Christmas
By Winnie
Follow Simon’s holiday commands—because nothing says festive fun like being bossed around by an imaginary Simon with a Christmas twist.
Helps with: Listening skills, following instructions, and bringing Christmas cheer to classic games.
Best for: Grades 2 to 5
Baam-Link: Play now!
17. Holiday Jeopardy
By Adventures in Learning
Explore Christmas-themed questions with this lively Jeopardy game, offering more than just answers—it's a spirited quiz to infuse the holiday season with excitement.
Helps with: Trivia, quick thinking, and infusing a holiday spirit into learning.
Best for: Grades 5 to 8
Baam-Link: Play now!
16. Xmas Traditions in the US & UK
By Ms Maria
Explore diverse Christmas traditions in the USA and the UK to foster connections and create a cultural exchange wrapped in festive joy.
Helps with: Cultural awareness, conversation, and exploring holiday traditions.
Best for: Grades 7 to 10
Baam-Link: Play now!
15. Video Game: Christmas Tunes
By Baamboozle
Get ready to tune in to these festive melodies; remove those earmuffs! Can completing the lyrics or guessing the title after only a few seconds be a delightful challenge?
Helps with: Musical knowledge, quick thinking, and creating a festive vibe.
Best for: Grades 6 to 9
Baam-Link: Play now!
14. Guess the Christmas Gabs!!
By Dawn
Decode groups of words related to Christmas, turning the activity into more than mere guessing – it's a journey of deciphering festive jargon and phrases.
Helps with: Decoding, language interpretation, and festive phraseology.
Best for: Grades 6 to 9
Baam-Link: Play now!
13. Tongue Twisters for Christmas
By English is Fun!
Can your students take on the fun challenge of pronouncing these Christmas tongue twisters with finesse?
Helps with: Pronunciation, tongue twisters, and adding a playful touch to language.
Best for: Grades 5 to 8
Baam-Link: Play now!
12. Never Have I Ever... Christmas Edition
By ZlataKurakina
Dive into a festive edition of Never Have I Ever, where the holiday twist turns this classic game into a mix of laughter, surprises, and a few revealing Christmas confessions!
Helps with: Conversation, sharing experiences, and bringing a touch of holiday confession.
Best for: Grades 9 to 12
Baam-Link: Play now!
11. Christmas Scrambled Letters!
By Pauapu
Unscramble the jumbled letters to uncover festive Christmas words! (Pro tip: “L-O-E-H” spells “HOLLY”—not a divine moment, just a holiday shrub.)
Helps with: Spelling, problem-solving, and expanding festive vocabulary.
Best for: Grades 4 to 7
Baam-Link: Play now!
10. 3 Clues + 1 Christmas Word
By Tr. Stephanie
Doesn’t like to melt + rolls snow + three buttons = ________! Put your students’ logic to the test with these clever Christmas clues—because who doesn’t love a frosty challenge?
Helps with: Vocabulary building, deductive reasoning, and learning that snowmen are truly magical.
Best for: Grades 3 to 7
Baam-Link: Play now!
9. Christmas Prepositions
By Ktiluk
Where’s the star? On the tree. Where are the lights? Under the couch (thanks, cat). This game teaches location words with a side of holiday hilarity.
Helps with: Prepositions, spatial awareness, and practicing grammar in a festive context.
Best for: Grades 2 to 5
Baam-Link: Play now!
8. Christmas Missing Numbers
By MONISP
Students can say or spell their way through missing Christmas numbers! It's a numerical adventure that adds a sprinkle of holiday magic to counting.
Helps with: Number recognition, spelling practice, and making counting merrier.
Best for: Grades 1 to 4
Baam-Link: Play now!
7. Christmas Actions
By dackerman14
What’s Santa up to? Wrapping gifts. And the snowman? Waving hello, of course. This game turns festive scenarios into a playful way for students to practice their verbs!
Helps with: Verbs, creativity, and adding personality to holiday objects.
Best for: Grades 2 to 4
Baam-Link: Play now!
6. Christmas Spelling Bee
By Miya
Guide students as they spell their way through the holiday season with this Christmas-themed spelling bee, turning letters into festive wonders.
Helps with: Spelling skills, word recognition, and making spelling merrier.
Best for: Grades 3 to 6
Baam-Link: Play now!
5. Christmas Riddles
By Baamboozle
What’s shiny, round, and hangs on a tree? (An ornament, obviously.) This game is full of riddles that will challenge students to think creatively and solve festive puzzles.
Helps with: Critical thinking, problem-solving, and a good dose of “aha!” moments.
Best for: Grades 4 to 6
Baam-Link: Play now!
4. Christmas Character Adjectives
By willpetley
Santa is jolly. The Grinch is grumpy. This game has students brainstorming adjectives to describe their favorite holiday characters.
Helps with: Vocabulary, creativity, and expanding the list of words beyond “nice” and “mean.”
Best for: Grades 3 to 6
Baam-Link: Play now!
3. Trivia for Christmas
By fnachX2
What color is Rudolph’s nose? (Spoiler: It’s not purple.) Put your students’ holiday knowledge to the test with this festive mix of fun facts and trivia challenges!
Helps with: Trivia, memory, and celebrating holiday traditions.
Best for: Grades 2 to 3
Baam-Link: Play now!
2. Just Talk: Christmas and New Year
By EnglishZone
This speaking activity gets students chatting about their end-of-year plans and festive rituals—because who doesn’t love a good holiday story?
Helps with: Conversation skills, cultural exchange, and getting students to actually talk.
Best for: Grades 4 to 9
Baam-Link: Play now!
Anddd we’ve made it to the grand finale!
1. Holiday Word Problems
By beinkampenjrIf
Buddy the Elf made 6 dolls yesterday, 5 before lunch today, and 10 after lunch—so how many did he make in total? This math game adds a sprinkle of holiday cheer to problem-solving!
Helps with: Math skills, logic, and making equations a little more delicious.
Best for: Grades 3 to 5
Baam-Link: Play now!
🎅 🎄 But Christmas isn’t the only festival being celebrated this Winter… so we've got two bonus games for you!
Happy Kwanzaa!
By skjamie25
Dive into a whirlwind of fun and learning with this vibrant Kwanzaa quiz, where every question lights up a candle of knowledge about this rich cultural celebration!
Helps with: Kwanzaa awareness, appreciation of African-American heritage, and fostering multicultural understanding.
Best for: Grades 6 to 8
Baam-Link: Play now!
Hanukkah Trivia
By mkmondello
Embark on an exciting Hanukkah journey with this trivia game specially crafted for the young minds of Kindergarten and 1st-grade students. Explore Hanukkah traditions in a festive and engaging way, turning learning into a joyful holiday experience.
Helps with: Hanukkah awareness, cultural understanding, and introducing diverse celebrations.
Best for: Kindergarten to Grade 1
Baam-Link: Play now!
As we wrap up our Baamboozle journey, remember: Christmas is the perfect season to start playing in your classroom! With the holiday spirit and eager students, it’s a great time to introduce Baamboozle’s festive games! 🎄🌟
Turn your classroom into a winter wonderland with Baamboozle Christmas games! Explore our blogs for more fun, like "Top 10 UnBEElievable Spelling Bees" and learn "How to Make Your Own Scavenger Hunt with Baamboozle". Happy holidays filled with laughter and joy! 🎄✨
Bring on the festive fun—play Baamboozle now! ✨
