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Countdown to Fun: Creative Ways to Celebrate Every Day in December!
December is a month of joy, traditions, and festive cheer. It’s a time when people around the world come together to celebrate holidays and make lasting memories. But you don’t have to wait for just one special day in December to have fun! Why not make the whole month magical with exciting activities for each day? This article shares 31 creative and fun ideas to help you celebrate every day in December. Get ready for a month full of joy, discovery, and new traditions!
December 1: Write Your December Bucket List
Start December by creating a list of everything you’d like to do this month. Include things like baking cookies, decorating a tree, watching holiday movies, or going on a winter hike. Cross off each activity as you complete it.
December 2: Make Homemade Holiday Cards
Gather paper, markers, stickers, and anything else you need to make holiday cards for friends and family. Write kind messages inside each card, and spread some joy by mailing or giving them out in person.
December 3: Have a Hot Chocolate Party
Whip up some delicious hot chocolate and set up a toppings bar with marshmallows, whipped cream, chocolate chips, and cinnamon. Enjoy a cozy evening with friends or family sipping hot cocoa.
December 4: Create a Holiday Playlist
Choose your favorite songs of the season and make a playlist. Play it while you decorate, bake, or just enjoy the holiday mood.
December 5: Do a Random Act of Kindness
Brighten someone’s day by doing something kind. It could be helping a neighbor, donating toys, or even writing a thank-you note to someone special.
December 6: Make a Gingerbread House
Gather gingerbread pieces, icing, and candy, and get creative building your own gingerbread house. You can make it as simple or as detailed as you like!
December 7: Go on a Holiday Lights Scavenger Hunt
Take a walk or drive around your neighborhood to look for festive lights and decorations. Make a list of things to find, like a snowman, reindeer, or candy cane lights, and see how many you can spot.
December 8: Bake Cookies for Friends or Neighbors
Choose a favorite cookie recipe and bake a batch to share with others. Wrap them up in little bags or boxes, and spread some sweetness around your neighborhood.
December 9: Have a Family Game Night
Get the family together for a night of fun games. You could play board games, card games, or even have a charades tournament. Family game nights are a great way to bond and laugh together.
December 10: Make Ornaments for the Tree
Get crafty and make homemade ornaments using materials like paper, beads, or clay. Hang them on your tree or give them as gifts to family and friends.
December 11: Write Letters to Santa (or Another Holiday Figure)
Write letters to Santa, explaining what you hope for this season. You could also write to someone you admire or make a list of wishes for the New Year.
December 12: Decorate Your Bedroom for the Holidays
Add a little holiday cheer to your bedroom by decorating with string lights, small ornaments, or even a mini tree. Your room will feel extra cozy and festive!
December 13: Have a Winter Picnic Indoors
Spread a blanket on the floor, prepare some snacks, and have a winter picnic indoors. You could even set up near a fireplace or play nature sounds for a cozy winter vibe.
December 14: Try a New Holiday Recipe
Challenge yourself to make a holiday treat or dish you’ve never tried before. It could be something from another culture or just a new take on a classic recipe.
December 15: Watch a Classic Holiday Movie
Gather with family or friends to watch a favorite holiday movie. Pop some popcorn, grab your blankets, and enjoy the warmth of a classic holiday film.
December 16: Make Snowflakes Out of Paper
Create your own winter wonderland indoors by making paper snowflakes. Use scissors to cut unique designs, and hang them up as decorations.
December 17: Start a Holiday Book or Story
Pick a holiday-themed book to read throughout December. If you like writing, start your own story about a winter adventure and add to it each day.
December 18: Build a Fort and Tell Stories Inside
Build a cozy blanket fort in the living room and gather inside to tell winter or holiday stories. This makes for a magical evening filled with imagination.
December 19: Have a Family Craft Night
Set out art supplies and have a craft night where everyone makes their own holiday decorations. Display your creations around the house for everyone to enjoy.
December 20: Make a Holiday Countdown Chain
Cut strips of paper and make a paper chain to count down the days until your favorite holiday. Each day, remove one link from the chain as you get closer.
December 21: Winter Solstice Celebration
Celebrate the longest night of the year by lighting candles, making wishes for the winter season, and enjoying a cozy evening at home.
December 22: Go Ice Skating or Have a Snowball Fight
If there’s snow or an ice rink nearby, get outside and enjoy some winter fun. If not, you could have a snowball fight indoors using soft pillows or balls.
December 23: Make a Cozy Blanket Fort Movie Night
Set up a blanket fort and turn it into a movie theater. Choose a holiday movie and enjoy a night of laughs and snuggles inside your fort.
December 24: Make Reindeer Food or a Plate for Santa
If you’re celebrating Christmas, make a special plate of cookies for Santa or sprinkle “reindeer food” outside (made with oats and glitter) to guide Santa’s reindeer.
December 25: Celebrate Christmas Morning
For those who celebrate Christmas, enjoy a special morning with family, gift-giving, and a festive breakfast. It’s a day for joy, sharing, and creating happy memories together.
December 26: Start a Gratitude Jar for the New Year
Decorate a jar and start a new tradition by writing down things you’re thankful for throughout the year. Each time you feel grateful, write it down and add it to the jar.
December 27: Play Outside in the Snow (or Have a Fake Snow Day)
If you have snow, spend the day outside building snowmen or sledding. If you don’t, you can create a “snow day” indoors with cotton balls, snowflake crafts, and winter music.
December 28: Have a DIY Photo Booth
Set up a mini photo booth with holiday props and costumes, and take silly photos with friends and family. This will give you fun memories to look back on.
December 29: Reflect on Your Favorite Moments of the Year
Spend some time thinking about your favorite memories from the year. You could write them down, make a scrapbook page, or just share them with family.
December 30: Make New Year’s Resolutions Together
Gather as a family and talk about goals and hopes for the new year. It could be something simple, like trying a new hobby, or a big goal like learning something new.
December 31: Have a New Year’s Eve Countdown Party
End the year with a celebration! Have a countdown, make noisemakers, and share a special toast (like sparkling cider) to welcome the new year.
Bring December to Life Every Day
By adding small celebrations each day, you can make December a month filled with joy, creativity, and kindness. Every day has something special to offer, whether it’s time spent with loved ones, giving back, or trying something new. Embrace the spirit of the season, and enjoy a December to remember!
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