Christmas Quiz for Kids and Families: Free Printable, 10 Questions

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Christmas quiz questions and rounds

Here are ready to use questions and rounds you can read out today. Mix them up so every age has a chance to shine.

Festive film and TV round

1. Which film features a boy left behind as his family fly to Paris?
2. In The Snowman, what does the boy build that comes to life?
3. Name the reindeer with the bright red nose.
4. Which green character tries to steal Christmas from Whoville?
5. What is the name of the snowman in Frozen?
6. In Elf, what are the four main food groups according to Buddy?
7. Which ballet is set on Christmas Eve and features a toy soldier?
8. Name a film where Father Christmas needs help saving the day.

Food, songs and traditions round

1. What vegetable is often served at Christmas and smells strong?
2. What do we traditionally hide inside a Christmas pudding?
3. Finish the line: Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the...?
4. What drink is left out for Father Christmas on Christmas Eve?
5. What do we pull at the table that makes a bang?
6. Which plant do people kiss under at Christmas?
7. What sweet treat is often shaped like a walking stick?
8. How many days are there in a traditional advent calendar?
9. What do we call the small gifts found inside crackers?

Picture and guess round for little ones

1. Point to the red thing Father Christmas wears on his head.
2. How many presents can you count under the tree in the picture?
3. Make the sound a reindeer might make.
4. What colour is holly berry?
5. Name three things you might hang on a Christmas tree.
6. Act out opening a present on Christmas morning.
7. Which animal pulls the sleigh through the sky?
8. What shape is a star you put on top of the tree?
9. Sing one line of your favourite Christmas song.

How to run a Christmas quiz, step by step

1. Print the quiz and gather pens and paper.
2. Split everyone into small teams with a mix of ages.
3. Read each round clearly and give teams time to write answers.
4. Swap sheets to mark, then total the scores.
5. Give a silly prize and save a tie-breaker for a draw.

Ways to use your Christmas quiz

• After Christmas dinner. Clear the plates, hand out pens and play a few rounds while everyone digests. It gives little ones something to focus on and keeps grown ups chatting.
• As a party game. Set it up at a family gathering alongside a few classics like Snakes and Ladders with Ludo so there is something for every age and mood.
• On a cosy indoor day. When it is cold and dark outside, a quiz fills a happy hour. Follow it with a round of cards or dominoes to keep the fun going.
• For the classroom. Use the picture round at the end of term as a calm, inclusive activity. Teams of mixed ability work well and everyone joins in.
• As a travel treat. Read questions out loud on a long festive car journey. Pair it with quiet games like Liars Dice for older children at rest stops.

Games and gifts for a festive family Christmas

A Christmas quiz is even better with a few games ready for after the answers are in. Here are family favourites that suit mixed ages and keep everyone around the table.

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Christmas quiz by age and key stage

What children learn from a Christmas quiz

• Listening. Children practise paying attention and holding a question in mind while they think of the answer.
• Memory. Recalling songs, films and traditions gives memory a gentle workout that feels like play.
• Teamwork. Working in mixed teams teaches turn taking, sharing ideas and cheering each other on.
• Early maths. Counting presents, totting up scores and spotting shapes all support number skills.
• Confidence. Having a go, being wrong and trying again in a kind setting helps children feel brave.

More free Christmas printables

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Make it a Christmas tradition

A Christmas quiz is an easy habit to bring back each year. Keep last year's sheet and see how much the children have grown by the questions they can now answer. Let a different family member write a round each Christmas so it feels shared. Over time it becomes one of those small traditions everyone looks forward to, as warm as the mince pies.

Frequently asked questions

How long should a Christmas quiz last?

Around twenty to forty minutes is plenty. Younger children tire quickly, so a short break halfway keeps everyone happy.

How many questions do I need?

Aim for four or five rounds of six to ten questions each. That gives a good spread without dragging on.

How do I include very young children?

Use the picture and guess round with pointing, sounds and acting. Pair each little one with an adult teammate.

What if the teams tie?

Keep one tricky tie-breaker in reserve, like guessing a number. The closest answer wins.

Do I need prizes?

A silly prize such as a chocolate coin is lovely but not needed. Many families play just for the bragging rights.

Can I play this with just a few people?

Yes. Play in pairs or even as individuals, and read answers out at the end to compare.

What else can we play afterwards?

Keep a board game or pack of cards nearby so the fun carries on. See our gift ideas above for family favourites.

Is this suitable for the classroom?

Yes. The picture round works well as a calm end of term activity, and mixed ability teams keep it inclusive.

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