That budget for presents and holiday fun? Let's just say ... it goes quick!
It's a good time to remember: Holiday fun doesn't have to break the bank. In fact, with just a little creativity and planning, it's possible to have a magical holiday season, without going into debt.
Here are 12 low-cost, family-friendly ideas to help you create priceless memories this holiday season, without spending a lot of money:
1. Check your Macaroni KID calendar HERE.
We had to start with this reminder, of course! We've got lots of FREE and low-cost family-friendly holiday events listed on our Macaroni KID calendar! Be sure to check the calendar every day to find inexpensive holiday family fun.
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2. Plan a friends night in
Celebrate the season with your friends by inviting them over for a fun meal together. You can plan a full traditional holiday with all the trimmings (have everyone bring a dish!) or simply order a pizza and play games. It's the getting together that matters.
3. Bake together
Make several kinds of cookies, or just bake and decorate some simple sugar cookies! We won't even tell if you use pre-made cookie dough. After all, no matter how you do it, the end result is cookies warm from the oven and a fun time in the kitchen with your family. Here are some EASY HOLIDAY COOKIES to help you get started. Want more? See COOKIES, COOKIES, AND MORE COOKIES!
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4. Make your own holiday cards
Make your own cards using recycled card fronts from last year, then spread holiday cheer to those in need by dropping off your homemade cards for the neighbors or at local nursing homes or veterans organizations. Kids love this activity and those who receive cards will appreciate knowing your family is thinking of them!
5. Make DIY Christmas Ornaments
CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS THAT MAKE LIFETIME MEMORIES
6. Create a fancy hot cocoa bar at home
Let the kids choose their toppings! Ideas to get you started: Marshmallows (mini, giant, or flavored), peppermint sticks, crushed Andes Mints, chocolate chips, M&Ms and whipped cream to top it all!
7. Read Christmas Books together
See our list at 25 BOOKS 'TILL CHRISTMAS! (double up until you catch up!) or Using Books to Share Holiday Traditions
8. Volunteer together
'Tis the season of giving. As a family, pick an activity and volunteer. Need ideas? Here are three to help you get started: Collect food and/or supplies for your local homeless shelter or animal shelter, serve meals to the homeless, or wrap gifts as a fundraiser. Whatever you choose, do it as a family!
9. See the holiday lights
Pack your family in the car, bring a thermos of hot chocolate, crank up the holiday tunes, and drive around town to see all of the holiday decorations! Can you find the house in town that would put the Griswolds to shame? See our list of local drive by lights at: FREE ✨CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ✨FOR A CAR FULL OF FUN
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10. Go caroling
Gather family and friends for a caroling party! Go door to door in your neighborhood to spread all of that holiday cheer.
11. Binge-watch holiday movies
Snuggle up together with a bowl of popcorn and watch Christmas classics or discover a new favorite! Looking for suggestions?
See 21 WATCH-AT-HOME CLASSIC CHRISTMAS MOVIES
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12. Visit Santa
Because you're never too old to have a chat with St. Nick. See where to find him HERE.
Quick links to get you where you want to go:
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