The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and making memories with loved ones. While traditional festivities like gift-giving and family feasts are cherished rituals, adding a touch of creativity to your celebrations can make this holiday season even more special. Here are some inspiring ideas to fill your holidays with fun, discovery, and meaningful connection.
1. Playful Bonding: Games That Bring Everyone Together
Games are a fantastic way to engage the whole family, spark laughter, and create memorable moments. Whether you're looking for something strategic, cooperative, or just plain silly, we've got games the whole family can enjoy.
Explore options like strategy-based board games for older kids and adults or light-hearted party games that are perfect for larger gatherings. Card games can be a quick and portable way to have fun, while storytelling games can unleash creativity and bring everyone closer.
For younger family members, consider games designed to develop cognitive and motor skills in an entertaining way. Some favourites include cooperative games where players work together to achieve a common goal—great for fostering teamwork and camaraderie.
Check out our selection to find a diverse selection of games that can make your holiday gatherings unforgettable.
2. Lights, Camera, Action: Putting on a Holiday Play
Transform your living room into a stage and put on a play this holiday season. This activity encourages teamwork, creativity, and a little bit of drama—perfect for bonding with family and friends.
Start by choosing a story. It could be a holiday classic like A Christmas Carol or The Nutcracker, or you and the kids can collaborate on your own creation. Assign roles, plan simple costumes, and even build a makeshift stage using furniture and household items. Encourage improvisation for added hilarity!
For costumes you can make the most out of, our Dress-up clothes for kids collection offers an array of fun costumes to bring characters to life. From knights and princesses to animals and superheroes, these outfits will add an authentic flair to your production and can be used again at Halloween and make-believe time.
Make it a full event by inviting neighbours or extended family to watch the performance. Add a festive touch by serving snacks like cookies and hot cocoa during intermission.
3. Brain-Boosting Fun: Dive into Puzzles
Puzzles are not only a great way to spend quality time indoors but also an excellent activity for sharpening young minds. From jigsaw puzzles to brainteasers, they provide an opportunity to work together, develop problem-solving skills, and savour the satisfaction of completing a challenge.
Choose puzzles that match the skill level and interests of your group. Younger kids might enjoy colourful, simple puzzles featuring their favourite characters or animals, while older kids and adults can take on more intricate designs or 3D puzzles.
Puzzles are also a calming, screen-free activity perfect for cozy winter evenings. Imagine the satisfaction of completing a beautifully designed holiday-themed puzzle with the family while sipping warm cider by the fireplace.
The Kol Kid puzzle collection includes unique and high-quality puzzles for all ages.
4. Get Crafty: Holiday Arts and Crafts
Unleash your creative kids' sides with holiday arts and crafts. This is a perfect activity for both kids and adults to express themselves and make something meaningful. Plus, homemade crafts add a personal touch to your holiday decor and gifts.
Here are some ideas to get started:
- Decorate ornaments. Buy plain ornaments and decorate them with paint, glitter, or markers. Personalized ornaments also make great gifts!
- Create holiday cards. Use colourful paper, stamps, and embellishments to craft cards for family and friends.
- DIY garlands and wreaths. Make garlands out of popcorn, cranberries, or paper cutouts. For wreaths, use natural materials like pinecones and greenery or go for a modern look with felt or fabric.
Our arts and crafts selection includes a full array of art supplies. The right materials can turn simple projects into cherished keepsakes.
5. Embrace the Outdoors: Winter Wonderland Adventures
Don't let the chilly weather keep you indoors—there's plenty of fun to be had outside during the holiday season! Bundle up in warm winter jackets, gloves and mittens, our adorable winter boots, grab your loved ones, and embrace the wonders of winter.
- Go sledding. Find a local hill and enjoy the thrill of zooming down the slope. It's an activity that never fails to bring out laughter and smiles.
- Build a snow fort or snowman. Engage in some friendly competition to see who can build the most creative snow structure.
- Ice skating. Visit an outdoor rink for a magical holiday experience. Skating under twinkling lights with festive music playing in the background feels straight out of a holiday movie.
- Nature scavenger hunt. Create a checklist of winter-themed items (e.g., icicles, animal tracks, pinecones) and explore your local park or neighbourhood.
- Star gazing. On a clear winter night, wrap up in cozy blankets and look at the stars. You might even catch a glimpse of a holiday meteor shower or simply enjoy the serenity of the night sky.
Pair these activities with warm holiday drinks afterward to round out the perfect day.
Creating Lifelong Memories
The holiday season is about more than just gifts—it's about the memories you make with the people you care about. Whether you're playing games, putting on a play, solving puzzles, getting creative with crafts, or exploring the great outdoors, each activity brings a unique opportunity to connect and celebrate the true spirit of the season.
As you dive into these creative ideas, remember to focus on the joy of the moment. Turn off your devices, laugh often, and savour the time spent together. After all, these moments of fun and discovery are the greatest gifts of all.