With Christmas just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about ways to get the family together for some quality time around the festive period. Here are five Christmas activities for families that guarantee to make to most of this special time of year.
Go on a winter scavenger hunt
It’s time to wrap up warm and head outside for a fun winter scavenger hunt. The possibilities are endless as to what to add to your own personal hunt. You can include things like spotting a snowman and even simple things like hats and gloves, a smart way to get a headstart on the scavenger hunt and to encourage your kids to dress for the cold weather.
Snuggle up with a film
Who doesn’t love to do this? As soon as the weather starts to turn cold and the nights draw in even sooner, there is nothing better to do than light the fire and put on your favourite film to cap off this cosy evening. Organising your firewood in preparation for the cold nights is part of the charm, and can help you feel a little more at ease that you will fill your house with warmth and that classic cosy feel that a fire brings.
Play a board game
Instead of the film, why not add a fun and competitive element to your cosy night. Dust off that classic, family favourite board game or even break open the new one that you got for Christmas. Whichever board game you play, it’s a perfect go-to for bringing the family together.
Dance Contest
A fun way to get everyone warm is by getting everyone involved in a dance contest. Whether you’re showing off your latest moves or just making fun of Dad’s dancing, this is a guaranteed way to get everyone together. Musical statues is a great addition that helps get the whole family involved in a dance contest. For an extra festive feel, why not throw on some of your favourite Christmas songs to dance along to.
Build a fort
A great way to get creative and get some bonding time in is by building a fort. Let the kids go wild with their ideas and imaginations and see just how crazy your fort can get. From blanket tents to pillow igloos, the possibilities are just as endless as the make-believe games you can play in your fort. So why not hunker down for an evening in your child’s imaginary world!
The most important thing is… having fun!
With so much planning leading up to Christmas, you can sometimes lose sight and forget to fit in the important things about the festive period. These Christmas activities for families can help provide some classic memories to look back on and also make the most of the time you get to spend with your family during Christmas and all the lead-up to it. So, no matter how crazy Christmas gets, remember to make time for the activities that make your kids smile!
