Free Printable Christmas Bucket List

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Say hello to your new best friend: a printable Christmas Bucket List! Sometimes the holiday season comes so quickly and flashes before my eyes before I am able to accomplish everything that I wanted to accomplish. This Christmas bucket list template is here to help you write down all of you goals for the holiday season so you don’t miss out on any of your most enjoyable traditions!

This is a free printable Christmas bucket list that you can download to create your own. Check out some of my own favorites that are definitely going on my family’s bucket list this year!

Graphic with "holiday bucket list" on top followed by lines of candy canes.

How To Print Your Christmas Bucket List

This is such a fun way to write everything down from your holiday season, and then you can keep it for a scrapbook some day! At least, that’s what I’m doing. Just be sure to date it, as always, so you remember the year!!

Print yours below, designed by the incredible Dayanita Ramesh!

Click the button below to download and print your Christmas bucket list!

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The PDF can be printed on any printer and is sized to standard 8.5×11″ computer paper!

I like to print mine out on card stock so it’s extra sturdy. It’s fun to hang up on your fridge or elsewhere in your house to check items off!

Write a holiday “to do” on each line, one per candy cane!

Christmas Bucket List Ideas

Here are some ideas from our Christmas bucket list, past and present, to get you started. It’s always good to have a mix of lots of easy ideas to check off and a few extra fun ones, too!

Wear Matching Christmas Pajamas

One of the cutest and coziest Christmas traditions, in my opinion! Wearing matching Christmas pajamas is a great way to bring the family together and should definitely be on your Christmas bucket list every single year!

Get Your Picture Taken with Santa

This is not only an exciting activity for the kids, but it can also serve as a memory for years to come. Don’t forget to get the whole family in the picture with Santa!

Make an Advent Calendar

Felt advent calendar with a truck design on it hanging on a wall.

Making a homemade advent calendar is a great way to create excitement around the holidays every single day. You can customize your advent calendar to be exactly how you and your family will like it!

Go on a Holiday Lights Drive

Pour hot chocolate into some travel mugs and get the whole family in the car to see the amazing Christmas lights in the neighborhood! Every town has at least a few houses that go all out with their Christmas lights, right? Don’t miss seeing all the beautiful lights of the season this year!

Make Cookies or Candy From a Family Recipe

What is better than making a sweet treat during the holiday season? Whether it is cookies or candy, make the occasion even more special by using a family recipe!

Watch the Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting

Man with a child on his shoulders standing in front of the Christmas tree at Rockefeller center.

There is nothing more beautiful than New York City at Christmas time. If you are in the New York City area, seeing the Rockefeller Tree Lighting absolutely has to be on your Christmas bucket list! It is so magical to see.

Make an Heirloom Tree Topper

The beauty of creating an heirloom tree topper is the passage of time. You will have your tree topper for many years to come, and you will always look back and remember when you made it with the help of your dear family!

Go to a Christmas Tree Farm

Your printable Christmas bucket list won’t be complete without getting a fresh Christmas tree from a Christmas tree farm! Having a fresh tree in your home during the holidays makes your house smell amazing and is sure to get the family in the Christmas spirit!

Enjoy an Elf on the Shelf Tradition

This one is especially fun with young children! Start your Elf on the Shelf tradition using our cheatsheet, so you don’t have to think too hard about how to place and play with your Elf on the Shelf during the month of December!

Send Out Ornament Grams

Overhead shot of gingerbread house ornaments on a marble background.

Ornaments Grams are a wonderful way to bring your friends and family together during this busy season. It is even better to make a homemade ornament that your kids can get involved in!

Make a Popcorn Garland for the Christmas Tree

I am a firm believer that you can never have too many decorations on the Christmas tree! Make a homemade popcorn garland for an extra festive tree this year.

Put Together a Thank You Basket for Delivery Drivers and Postal Workers

Delivery drivers and postal workers are working harder than ever during the holiday season! Show your appreciation with a Thank You basket with items such as cookies and candies!

Make Snack Plates for Each Reindeer

Remember, this time of year is full of imagination. Make sure to foster this magical time and help your kids make snack plates for each of Santa’s reindeer!

Bake Cookies for Santa

Sugar cookies in the shape of trees on a wooden cutting board.

You can’t skip this Christmas bucket list idea! Baking cookies for Santa is a creative activity for the whole family. Make all of Santa’s favorite flavors, and don’t forget to pair them with Santa’s placemat!

Go See The Nutcracker (or Watch it on TV!)

The Nutcracker is a Christmas classic! This ballet performance should definitely be on your holiday bucket list. If you can’t see it live at a local theatre, you can watch it on TV instead!

Make a Christmas Playlist

A Christmas playlist can set the mood for the whole month of December! I like to put on my own Christmas playlist when we are cooking, doing crafts, or decorating our Christmas tree.

Read a Christmas Book

Photo of a child's room with a book self on the wall displaying Christmas books.

There are so many amazing Christmas books out there for children of all ages. Take advantage of the holiday season and read all of our favorite Christmas or holiday-themed books with your kids!

Hold a White Elephant Exchange

Having a white elephant exchange is definitely on my Christmas bucket list this year! Do this with your adult friends and see what creative gifts are exchanged.

Build a Gingerbread House

As far as my own Christmas bucket list goes, building gingerbread houses is always on it. This is a classic holiday tradition that the whole family will love.

Have a Snowball Fight

If you live somewhere where is snows, try having your own snowball fight. Some people have only ever seen this done in the movies! But it can actually be a great activity to get some exercise and get outside in the wintertime.

Start (or add to) a Christmas Village

Small Christmas village with a pink background.

Start your own homemade Christmas Village this year, and add to it each year as a new Christmas tradition! This is way easier than you might think, and serves as the best Christmas decoration!

Watch a Favorite Christmas Movie

Christmas movies make the holidays that much more special. On your list of Christmas bucket list ideas, don’t forget to add your favorite Christmas movie!

Make Hot Chocolate (with Extra Marshmallows!)

Hot chocolate is my favorite drink to enjoy during the holidays! It will warm your right up, and curb your sweet tooth. Especially when you add extra marshmallows!

Decorate Your Home for the Holidays

Photo of a living room with a Christmas tree and more Christmas decorations around the house.

Fill your home with holiday cheer by decorating it with all your favorite decorations. From trees to stockings to garlands, make your home as cozy as your heart desires!

Hand Make a Gift for Someone You Love

Show your loved ones how much you care this year with a heartfelt gift. Handmade gifts are extra special and definitely easier on your budget!

Go to a Local Christmas Lights Show or Performance

Have you ever been to the zoo or aquarium during the holiday season? They often have gorgeous light shows around this time. Or, find a local park that is free to enter!

Wrap Your Cabinets to Look Like Presents

Kitchen with cabinets wrapped in red ribbon to look like presents.

With red ribbon, you can turn your kitchen into a Christmas dream! This hack to make your kitchen cabinets look like presents is easy and festive.

Make a Yule Log Cake

If you have never made a yule log cake, put it on your holiday bucket list as soon as possible! These classic Christmas cakes are delicious and can be decorated however you would like.

Build a Magical Fort

Perfect for when the kids are on Christmas break, make a cozy magical fort where they can watch movies and get comfy!

Put Santa Hats on All Your Family Photos

Photos on the wall with little Santa hats on their heads.

This tradition is a little humorous but so adorable! Make mini Santa hats and place them on your photos so that everyone is festive and ready for the holidays!

Make Paper Snowflakes

This is a classic Christmas activity that you can’t miss out on! Make some homemade paper snowflakes with colored paper and scissors. This will take you right back to childhood!

Send Out Family Christmas Cards

Your Christmas bucket list ideas definitely have to include this tradition! Send out your family Christmas cards to let all your loved ones know that you are thinking about them during this holiday season.

Free Printable Holiday Bucket List filled out with ideas to do during the holiday season.

Printable Design by Dayanita Ramesh | Photos by Studio DIY

What’s on your holiday or Christmas bucket list!? Would love to hear what fun things you have planned this year!

If you’re looking for another fun printable activity, check out our free printable holiday scavenger hunt here!