Christmas Trivia

Christmas Trivia brings together fascinating facts, traditions, history, and pop culture surrounding one of the most celebrated holidays in the world. From ancient customs and religious origins to modern movies, songs, and global traditions, Christmas has inspired countless stories and symbols that make it perfect for engaging trivia questions.

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1. On which date is Christmas celebrated each year?
2. Which religious figure’s birth is celebrated on Christmas?
3. In which country did the tradition of decorating Christmas trees begin?
4. What color were the original Santa Claus robes before red became popular?
5. What plant is traditionally hung at Christmas that encourages people to kiss beneath it?
6. Which reindeer is known for having a red nose?
7. How many reindeer traditionally pull Santa’s sleigh?
8. What popular Christmas beverage is also known as milk punch?
9. Which country is credited with starting the tradition of Advent calendars?
10. What is the name of the ballet commonly performed during Christmas time?
11. Which Christmas song begins with the line “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas”?
12. What do people traditionally place on top of a Christmas tree?
13. In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” how many gifts are given in total?
14. What was the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time for many years?
15. Which holiday character is known as Kris Kringle?
16. In which ocean does Christmas Island lie?
17. What meat is traditionally eaten at Christmas dinner in the United Kingdom?
18. What popular Christmas poem begins with “’Twas the night before Christmas”?
19. Which country celebrates Christmas with a giant lantern festival called Parol?
20. What is the name of the period leading up to Christmas known as?
21. Which famous author wrote “A Christmas Carol”?
22. What three colors are most commonly associated with Christmas?
23. In Home Alone, where are the McCallisters traveling when they forget Kevin?
24. What traditional Christmas flower is native to Mexico?
25. What does the word “Noel” mean in French?
26. Which saint inspired the modern figure of Santa Claus?
27. What sweet treat is traditionally left out for Santa in many countries?
28. What is the last line of the song “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”?
29. Which country was the first to issue Christmas postage stamps?
30. What decoration is traditionally made of evergreen branches shaped in a circle?
31. How many points does a traditional snowflake have?
32. Which Christmas song holds the record for the most covered song in history?
33. What is traditionally hidden inside a Christmas pudding?
34. Which US state was the first to declare Christmas a public holiday?
35. What Christmas character lives on Mount Crumpit?
36. What do the three wise men present to baby Jesus?
37. What country is Lapland most commonly associated with?
38. What popular Christmas plant has red leaves and green foliage?
39. What is Santa’s workshop said to be staffed by?
40. Which famous singer is known as the “Queen of Christmas”?
41. What decoration is traditionally hung on doors during Christmas?
42. What was the original name of the song “Jingle Bells”?
43. In which century was Christmas officially declared a holiday by the Roman Church?
44. What do children traditionally hang by the fireplace on Christmas Eve?
45. What Christmas carol includes the lyric “Fa la la la la”?
46. Which country celebrates Christmas on January 7th?
47. What popular Christmas movie features Buddy the Elf?
48. What is the name of Scrooge’s deceased business partner in A Christmas Carol?
49. What tradition involves singing songs door to door at Christmas?
50. What do the bells on Santa’s sleigh traditionally symbolize?
51. What country is credited with creating gingerbread houses?
52. What time of day is Christmas Eve traditionally celebrated in many churches?
53. What is the name of the feast held on December 26th in some countries?
54. Which evergreen plant is commonly used to make Christmas garlands?
55. What famous Christmas song was first performed by Bing Crosby?
56. Which holiday drink is made with eggs, milk, and sugar?
57. What is the traditional greeting meaning “Merry Christmas” in Spanish?
58. What red-and-white object is commonly associated with Santa’s outfit?
59. Which Christmas film is set largely in Bedford Falls?
60. What does the star on the Christmas tree represent?

1. December 25
2. Jesus Christ
3. Germany
4. Green
5. Mistletoe
6. Rudolph
7. Eight
8. Eggnog
9. Germany
10. The Nutcracker
11. White Christmas
12. A star or angel
13. 364
14. Home Alone
15. Santa Claus
16. Indian Ocean
17. Turkey
18. A Visit from St. Nicholas
19. The Philippines
20. Advent
21. Charles Dickens
22. Red, green, and white
23. Paris
24. Poinsettia
25. Christmas
26. Saint Nicholas
27. Cookies
28. “And a Happy New Year”
29. Canada
30. A wreath
31. Six
32. Silent Night
33. A coin
34. Alabama
35. The Grinch
36. Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
37. Finland
38. Poinsettia
39. Elves
40. Mariah Carey
41. A wreath
42. One Horse Open Sleigh
43. 4th century
44. Stockings
45. Deck the Halls
46. Russia
47. Elf
48. Jacob Marley
49. Caroling
50. Joy and celebration
51. Germany
52. Midnight
53. St. Stephen’s Day
54. Pine
55. White Christmas
56. Eggnog
57. Feliz Navidad
58. Santa hat
59. It’s a Wonderful Life
60. The Star of Bethlehem

Christmas trivia is a fun and engaging way to explore the rich traditions, stories, and cultural meanings behind this beloved holiday. Whether you’re testing your knowledge for entertainment, hosting a holiday quiz night, or simply learning something new, these questions highlight how Christmas blends history, faith, and festive joy across the world. To learn more about the origins and traditions behind the holiday, you can explore the history of Christmas on Wikipedia.