This Is Why Christmas Is on December 25
The history behind how Christmas came to be celebrated at the end of December may have little to do with the actual date of Jesus's birth.
- Make your home merry and bright with these Christmas tree ideas.
- Add the best Christmas songs to your holiday playlist.
- Celebrate with those you love by sending cards with the most heartwarming Merry Christmas wishes.
The Fascinating History Behind These 24 Christmas Symbols
No Christmas celebration feels complete without a decorated tree, delicious cookies, and a rousing round of carols—and here's why.
40 Fun Christmas Activities to Do for a Fun Holiday Season
Make the most of the season by organizing these fun-filled Christmas activities. There's a little something for everyone!
66 Christmas Decoration Ideas to Fill Your Home with Holiday Cheer
These festive Christmas decoration ideas run that gamut from sophisticated to cozy to unexpected.
70 Best Christmas Movies of All Time
Did your favorite Christmas movies make our list of the all-time best?
25 Ways to Bring Joy Home This Holiday Season
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55 Best Christmas Books to Read Around the Holidays
Nothing makes the holidays merrier than curling up by the fire with the best Christmas novels
This Is the Most Dangerous Mistake People Make with Their Christmas Tree
Here's how to fill your home with holiday cheer, without a safety hazard
EXCLUSIVE! Actor Sterling K. Brown Shares His Foolproof Guide to Holiday Gift-Giving
The Paradise and This Is Us actor has some seriously sweet thoughts on family, presents and sweet potato pie
Holiday-Shopping Cheat Sheet! Here’s What Nearly 50% of Kids Want for Christmas This Year
Bonus: You can even buy it at the last minute
3 Easy—And Practically Free—Hacks for Hanging Ornaments That Will Take Your Tree to the Next Level
Get ready to show off on Instagram!
How the Grinch Stole Christmas Turns 25 This Year. Here are 9 Things You Never Knew About the...
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How to Tell Your Family You’re Not Coming Home for Christmas
You've made your decision—now it's time to break the news to the family. Here's how to do it without igniting...
This Is the Sleeper Christmas Movie Hit of 2025—Here Are 7 Reasons You’re Going to Love It
This year's top holiday flick truly lights up the screen and is more family-friendly than Hot Frosty. But don't worry—it...
This Small Act of Kindness Saved a Little Girl’s Christmas
When one mom asked for help on Christmas Eve, a stranger came to her rescue—and worked some serious holiday magic
The Heartwarming Way One Airline Delivers Holiday Magic to Kids in Need
United Airlines’s Fantasy Flights program spreads joy and wonder to children who could use a little extra Christmas cheer
35 Festive Christmas Cartoons to Watch This Holiday
The weather outside is frightful, so why not stay inside with these Christmas cartoons?
28 Romantic Christmas Movies for a Cozy Holiday
Dreaming of a romance-filled Christmas? If so, add these romantic Christmas movies to your list for a lovely night in.
It’s Going to Be a Lot More Expensive to Ship Your Holiday Gifts This Year—And the Price Hike ...
Guess it's time to start shopping!
The Jellycat Christmas Collection Is Here! These Are the Styles Already Selling Out
These festive Jellycat friends are a must-have underneath the tree.
What Are the 12 Days of Christmas, and What Do They Mean?
The "12 Days of Christmas" song has probably gotten stuck in your head a whole bunch, but have you given...
24 Best Gag Gifts That Are Genuinely Hilarious for Christmas, Birthdays and Beyond
When it comes to the best gag gifts, it's better to give than to receive. Most are super affordable, and...
53 Gifts for Book Lovers (That Aren’t Books)
These gorgeous gifts for book lovers are perfect for those whose literary obsessions know no bounds!
37 Best Gifts for Coffee Lovers, from Beans to Brewers
Here's the buzz on gifts for coffee lovers that are sure to get your favorite java junkie out of bed...
12 Christmas Carol Lyrics That Make No Sense—Explained!
Do you know what bobtails and wassailing are? We have experts explain the meaning of those weird Christmas carol lyrics.
Think Twice Before Sending These Types of Presents in the Mail
You’ve bought all the gifts, but can you get them where they need to go? Here’s what you can—and can’t—mail...
What’s a Christmas Spider—and Why Might You Want One on Your Tree?
Believe it or not, Christmas spiders are a good thing to add to your tree!
Holiday Tipping Guide 2025: How Much to Tip Everyone for Christmas This Year
Our holiday tipping guide will show you how to tip appropriately during the holidays without having to take out a...
“’Twas the Night Before Christmas”: The Original Poem and Its Controversial Backstory
You've heard of the beloved "’Twas the Night Before Christmas" poem—maybe some reinterpretations and parodies of it too. But who...
75 Christmas Trivia Questions (With Answers) for an Extra Dose of Holiday Fun
Think this is the most wonderful time of the year? We're about to make it even better with these Christmas...
This Is the Last Possible Day to Mail Christmas Packages and Have Them Arrive on Time
'Tis the season for shipping delays, so make sure you know the last day to mail Christmas packages so your...
