With everything that is going on in the world right now, it’s easy to fall into a bleak mode where you don’t want to do anything on your Christmas break. But don’t forget that this is the time of hope, merriment, and togetherness and you must celebrate it with full gusto.
You might be thinking that it is easier said than done. Amidst all the uncertainties and responsibilities, having fun in this holiday season seems quite unreal. That’s why we have curated a detailed list of fun things that you can try on this Christmas break to revive your lost holiday spirit and make this time worth cherishing.
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1 Do a Holiday Photoshoot
A photoshoot is an excellent way to get the whole family dressed up in Christmasy clothes. You can also decide on a particular theme or costume just to spice things up a bit. Make funny faces, try out different poses, do whatever you like!
Trust us, this activity will create some of the best memories of this holiday season that you will hold close to your heart for a lifetime! Everyone will be smiling and you will also get that perfect family photo that you can use on your holiday card.
2 Bake some Treats
There’s just something about baking that brings immense peace and comfort to the soul. With the smell of freshly baked goods in the air, your mood will instantly become more joyful and positive. You can bake various holiday treats such as cookies, muffins, and gingerbreads to stock your refrigerator for the entire break.
3 Have a Dance Party
Gather your friends and family for a smashing dance party! It doesn’t matter if you know how to dance or not, a fun dancing session will boost your spirits like nothing else! Play your favorite tunes and get going! It will give your body the much-needed exercise while being extremely enjoyable.
4 Redecorate your Bedroom
With the ever-evolving lifestyle, your room needs a makeover as well. Christmas break is the perfect opportunity to revamp your bedroom by either repainting the walls or rearranging the furniture. You can also make some DIY accessories to give it an extra personalized touch.
5 Cook with your Fam
Cooking with your family makes for an amazing bonding time. If you have a little brother or sister at home, you can teach them some culinary skills that will come in handy in the future. You can either try some traditional holiday delicacies or experiment with some new stuff.
6 Make Adornments
Once you have picked your Christmas tree, it’s time to decorate it. How about making your own adornments and garlands? The internet is flooding with countless DIY ideas that will help you to craft some beautiful accessories for your tree. This will surely spread the festive vibe in your home.
7 Have a Movie Marathon
Have some close friends come over to your house and plan a movie marathon for an evening. Pick a genre and select your all-time favorite movies to binge-watch. Grab some treats, popcorns, cozy pillows, and enjoy!
8 Exercise
Christmas break is synonymous with elaborate dinners and desserts. While exercising is the last thing you would want to do at this time, it is actually a wonderful way to combat that holiday bulge and keep yourself healthy and motivated. Browse through different home workouts on YouTube and get started. You will not regret it once the break is over. Check these exercise mats for easy workout at home.
9 Set up an Indoor Camp
In the holiday season when the weather is freezing outside, you can still have some leisure time by setting up an elaborate indoor camp. First, shift your furniture around to make some space in your basement or living area. Then use sheets, pillows, and blankets to make a cozy structure. Here, you can spend some quality time by yourself or with your family doing whatever you want.
10 Read a Book
Even if you are an avid reader, you can stir things up a bit by selecting a book that goes with the holiday tradition or choose something completely different from your usual genre. The holiday season is a great opportunity to cultivate a reading habit if you don’t have one already.
While there are a lot many things that you can do to make your Christmas break all the more fun and cheery! So start planning right away!
11 Try a New Winter Sport
The Winter season is accompanied by a plethora of exciting sports such as ice skating, sledding, snow tubing, skiing, etc. Christmas break is the best time to try them out. When in a mood for some adrenaline rush, just bundle up in comfy winter layers and get moving!
12 Start a New Tradition
What’s a better time to start a new family tradition than Christmas? It can be anything, a new dish in the Christmas dinner menu, a new way of decorating the tree, or maybe volunteering in a shelter.
13 Organize your Home
Declutter and organize your home. Assess what you need and keep the rest for donation. Once you are done, you will feel an amazing sense of accomplishment and have a lot of free space to store more things!
14 Catch up with your Old Friends
Christmas break is a time when almost all of your school friends are off work. Why not catch up with them through phone or video call? Relive those golden memories once again!
15 Neighborhood Cookie Swap
With all the baking and decorating you’ve been doing, it’s a great idea to organize a neighborhood cookie swap. Of course, you have to follow the safety precaution of social distancing but still, it will be a whole lot of fun! Share recipes and taste the variety of treats made by your neighbors!
Remember, this time is all about fun, frolic, and the giddy joy of being with your loved ones. Keep your spirits high and have a lovely holiday break!
Merry Christmas!
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