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The holiday season is here, bringing cozy traditions, magical moments, and the chance to create memories your family will treasure forever. With little ones, the season becomes even more magical as you experience the joy of the holidays through their eyes. To help you make the most of this special time, we’ve created the ultimate Baby and Toddler Holiday Bucket List! Each activity is designed to spark joy, nurture creativity, and build holiday traditions your family will love.
1. Visit Santa
Capture the magic of your child's first encounter with Santa Claus! Whether they’re full of giggles or a little hesitant, these moments make cherished photos and memories.
Pro tip: wear a festive holiday themed outfit to make the memory extra special.
2. Take a Holiday Light Walk
Bundle up your little ones and explore the twinkling lights in your neighborhood or a nearby holiday display. The sparkle of holiday lights is mesmerizing for toddlers and babies alike.
Pro tip: Look for cute warm outfits to keep cozy in the cooler weather.
3. Decorate a Christmas Tree
Let your child help hang ornaments (shatterproof ones, of course!) or place the star on top. Their excitement will make your tree even more special.
4. Take a Holiday Family Photo
Coordinate festive outfits, gather the family, and snap a picture to capture the season. This could even double as your holiday card!
Pro tip: Look for coordinating fall family outfits to make those photos picture-perfect.
5. Have a Christmas Pajama Party
Slip into matching holiday pajamas, sip on hot cocoa (or warm milk), and enjoy a cozy evening by the tree.
Pro tip: Look for fun pajamas to make those the night extra special.
6. Write a Letter to Santa
Encourage creativity by helping your toddler write (or scribble) a letter to Santa. This adorable keepsake is a sweet way to preserve their holiday wishes.
7. Make a Holiday Sensory Bin
Fill a bin with safe, themed items like pinecones, jingle bells, and soft ornaments for your toddler to explore. It’s festive fun for tiny hands!
Pro tip: Create the sensory bin outdoors for an even more immersive experience, and dress your little one in comfy winter clothing.
8. Have a Holiday-Themed Movie Night
Gather the family for a holiday classic like Frosty the Snowman or The Polar Express. Don’t forget the popcorn and blankets!
9. Make a Handprint Ornament
Preserve this moment in time by creating handprint ornaments with your toddler. It’s a personalized keepsake you’ll cherish for years.
Pro tip: Keep things tidy with toddler smocks and baby-friendly paint for a mess-free craft time.
10. Bake Cookies Together
Let your little helper pour, stir, or decorate cookies. The process is as sweet as the treats!
Pro tip: Make a cute Christmas snack tray for your toddler cookies and other Christmas treats
11. Visit a Christmas Tree Farm
Take a trip to pick out the perfect tree, enjoy the fresh pine scent, and snap candid photos of your family adventure.
Pro tip: Dress your little one in Christmas-themed baby clothes for perfect pumpkin patch photos.
12. Make a Snow Angel
If you’re lucky enough to have snow, bundle up and make angels in the fresh powder. If not, recreate the magic with fake snow indoors!
Pro tip: make sure to add layers to keep your little ones warm and dry
13. Make Reindeer Food
Mix oats, glitter, and a touch of magic to sprinkle in your yard on Christmas Eve. It’s a fun way to prepare for Santa’s arrival.
Pro tip: Use small, toddler-friendly containers to store your homemade fall trail mix for on-the-go snacking.
