Christmas Bingo for Kids: How to Play, Best Ages and Free Card

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Christmas bingo words and round ideas

Here are festive words to call and fun ways to vary each round. Mix them up so no two games feel the same.

Festive words to call

1. Snowman
2. Reindeer
3. Stocking
4. Sleigh
5. Mistletoe
6. Bauble
7. Cracker
8. Carol
9. Tinsel
10. Snowflake

Christmas scene words

1. Chimney
2. Candle
3. Wreath
4. Gingerbread
5. Pudding
6. Holly
7. Robin
8. Star
9. Present
10. Fairy lights

Ways to vary each round

1. Full house: cross off every word to win
2. Four corners only wins the round
3. Caller acts the word out instead of saying it
4. Caller makes a sound, like sleigh bells for reindeer
5. Players draw a tiny picture instead of a cross
6. Speed round with words called quickly
7. Whisper round where the caller only mouths each word
8. Team round with two children sharing one card

How to play Christmas bingo, step by step

1. Print one bingo card per player and the word list for the caller.
2. Give each player a pen or some counters.
3. Choose a caller to read festive words in any order.
4. Cross off each word you have when you hear it called.
5. Shout MERRY BINGO when you fill a row, column or diagonal.

Ways to use Christmas bingo at home and school

• Christmas Eve warm up. Play a quick round before bed to burn off some festive energy. Younger children can pair up with a grown-up to read the words.
• Classroom end of term treat. Print a class set and let children take turns as caller. It keeps the room calm and happy on a busy last day.
• Party game for a crowd. Great for a children's Christmas party. Pair it with a Scavenger Hunt Game to keep a big group busy.
• Travel entertainment. Pop a few cards in your bag for the journey to see family. Use stickers instead of pens so there is nothing to spill.
• Reading practice in disguise. New readers get lots of word spotting without it feeling like work. Follow with the Kids' Spelling Game for more word fun.

Games and gifts for Christmas

If your family loves a game at Christmas, these are easy favourites that bring everyone to the table. They mix classic board games, dominoes and craft to suit different ages.

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Christmas bingo by age and key stage

What children learn from Christmas bingo

• Reading. Spotting and matching festive words builds early reading confidence in a playful way.
• Listening. Children tune in to each called word and act fast, which supports focus and attention.
• Turn taking. Waiting to be the caller and sharing cards supports patience and fair play.
• Vocabulary. Seasonal words like mistletoe and wreath add new words to everyday talk.
• Confidence. Calling words aloud and shouting MERRY BINGO gives shy children a safe moment to speak up.

More free Christmas printables

Every one is free to print, and each has its own guide.

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Make it a Christmas tradition

A quick game of bingo can become a lovely family habit in the run up to Christmas. Keep a few printed cards in a drawer and play a round after tea during December. Let a different child be the caller each time so everyone gets a turn. Small traditions like this are the ones children remember year after year.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a free Christmas bingo game for kids?

Yes. Print the free Christmas bingo card, read out the festive words on page 2 and cross them off as they are called. It suits ages 5 and up.

How do you play Christmas bingo?

Print one card per player, then the caller reads out festive words in any order. Players cross off words they hear, and the first to fill a row, column or diagonal shouts MERRY BINGO.

What age is Christmas bingo for?

It suits ages 5 and up, which is Year 1 (KS1) and above. Younger children can play with a grown-up helping them read the words.

How many players can join in?

From 2 to 10 or more. You just need one printed card per player and one person to call the words.

What do we use to mark the words?

Pens, pencils, stickers or small counters all work. Counters are handy if you want to reuse the cards.

Can younger children play?

Yes. A grown-up can sit alongside and read the words, or point to pictures, so children under 5 can join in too.

How can I make it last longer?

Play more rounds with different winning patterns, like four corners or a full house. There are more round ideas in the list above.

What else can we play at Christmas?

Classic board games, dominoes and card games all suit a family gathering. See the gift ideas above for easy favourites.

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Written by the Jaques of London team. Last updated 1 November 2026.