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12 Fredericksburg Parent and Family • December 2022 WRITTEN BY RHIANNON ELLIS The holiday season is truly a magical time of year, and part of what makes it so memorable and joyous are the traditions we share with our loved ones, many of which have been passed down from one generation to the next. Some of the most practiced Christmas traditions include holiday decorating, lots of cooking and eating and exchanging gifts, but there are literally hundreds of big and small ways to add sparkle to your family's holiday experience. We've compiled a list of 15 traditions to keep you and your family busy making memories together this Christmas. 1. HOST A CHRISTMAS SING-ALONG This is a fun and simple way to get together with family and friends for something other than the food and gifts this holiday season. You can gather round a piano or use a karaoke machine. If you're worried that your guests will be too embarrassed to take part, be sure to add some extroverts to the invite list to get things going. 2. START A COLLECTION It can be an ornament, a decorative item or even a piece of holiday China or crystal. Pick something Christmassy to collect and add to it every year. 3. HOMEMADE ORNAMENTS Crafty families can keep busy all season (or even all year) long by making ornaments for an entirely homemade Christmas tree—from the topper to the skirt and everything in between! 4. SET SHOES OUT FOR ST NICK December 6 marks the Feast of Saint Nicholas. Families all around the world celebrate by leaving their shoes (or stockings) out on the evening of December 5 for St. Nick to fill with small gifts and treats. Some children even leave their letters to Santa on this night instead of mailing them. 5. HOST A CHRISTMAS MOVIE TRIVIA NIGHT—FOR THE GROWNUPS! DATE NIGHT! Google "Christmas trivia" and you will find countless results for trivia question ideas and free (or cheap) printables. Make it extra fun by wearing ugly Christmas sweaters and serving up holiday cocktails. 15 Fun Christmas Traditions to Start with Your Family