The Ultimate Christmas Trivia Questions & Answers ⋆ Lilliana Mae

Christmas trivia questions can help make the best part of Christmas getting together with family and friends. Once you’re done with the food, a game of Christmas Trivia is perfect for keeping everyone entertained. Make your games so much easier by using our Christmas trivia questions and answers or narrow it down with the trivia lists by subject for a more competitive Christmas trivia quiz.

Not only will you be having fun, but our Christmas trivia will have you an expert in all things Christmas by the time you’re done.

Our Christmas Trivia is perfect for Christmas cookie swaps, Christmas gift exchanges, or other gatherings that traditionally include games as part of the fun.

Wondering how to use the Christmas Trivia Questions and Answers to play a trivia game? Easy – divide the guests into teams or let them play individually depending on the size of the group. Teams are best for large groups, while individual players are best for small groups. Choose which questions you’ll ask and begin playing.

Christmas Trivia Questions

First, choose someone to be the Christmas trivia question reader. Then, for team play, ask the question and the team that calls out the answer first gets a point. The reader will have to keep track of the points in team play. For individual players, give each player a pen and paper. Read the Christmas trivia questions out loud and have them each write their answers down. After all the questions you’ve chosen have been asked, total the number of correct answers for each team or person. Each correct answer is one point, whoever has the most answers correct wins!

Christmas Movies and Books Trivia

Christmas trivia questions that focus on well known Christmas movies and books.

Who played the Grinch in the 2000 movie version of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”? Jim Carey
Who was the star of the Christmas movie “Jingle All the Way”? Arnold Schwarzenegger
Where did there arise such a clatter? On the lawn
Who tries to stop Christmas from coming, by stealing all things of Christmas from the Whos in Whoville? The Grinch
What is the name of the reindeer with bright and shiny nose? Rudolph
In “Home Alone”, where are the McCallisters going on vacation when they leave Kevin behind? Paris
Who was the star of the movie titled “White Christmas”? Bing Crosby
When Frosty walked down through the village, what did he have in his hand? A Broomstick
What is the first name of Scrooge, the main character in “A Christmas Carol”? Ebenezer
In the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life”, what happened every time a bell rang? An angel got his wings
What was the name of the Head Elf in the 1994 movied “The Santa Claus” that starred Tim Allen? Bernard
Who was the author of “A Christmas Carol”? Charles Dickens
In the movie “A Christmas Story”, Ralphie’s Aunt made him a gift that his Mom made him try on; what was it? A Pink Bunny Suit
What is the name of George Bailey’s guardian angel in “It’s A Wonderful Life”? Clarence
How many ghosts are there in “A Christmas Carol”? Four (counting Marley)
In the 1970 version of “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town”, what is the name of the school teacher that Kris Kringle takes for his wife? Jessica
What was the name of the computer-animated Christmas movie featuring Tom Hanks? The Polar Express
Who wrote this line – “Christmas doesn’t come from a store, maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more?” Dr. Seuss
In a famous Bing Crosby holiday song, what was he dreaming of? A White Christmas
What made Frosty come to life in the movie “Frosty the Snowman?” his hat
Who played Buddy in the 2003 movie “Elf”? Will Ferrell
What is Ralphie’s little brother’s name in the movie A Christmas Story? Randy
Why did the other reindeer pick on Rudolph? his shiny red nose
Who wrote “A Charlie Brown Christmas” (1965)? Charles M. Schulz
How many reindeer were in the story “Twas the Night Before Christmas?” Eight
In the movie “Elf”, what was the first rule of The Code of Elves? Treat every day like Christmas
Who helped Rudolph after he left the North Pole? Hermey the Elf and Yukon Cornelius
In the movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” starring Chevy Chase (1989), what was his character’s last name? Griswold
What scary monster did Rudolph have to avoid when he first set out after leaving home? The Abominable Snowman
What gift did the Little Drummer Boy give to the newborn baby Christ? He played a song for him on his drums
In the 1988 movie “Scrooged”, Frank Cross was played by Bill Murray. What was Frank’s long lost girlfriend’s name? Claire
Who played George Bailey in “It’s a Wonderful Life”? Jimmy Stewart
In the 1964 TV special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”, what did Hermey the elf want to be? A Dentist
What’s the name of the main villain in “The Nightmare Before Christmas”? Oogie Boogie
Who spies on kids and reports back to Santa? The Elf on a Shelf
In the 1965 TV special “A Charlie Brown Christmas”, who builds a gray snowman. Pigpen
What was the real name of the character Tim Allen plays in “The Santa Clause”? Scott Calvin
What was the name of the magician with the magic hat in the 1969 TV special “Frosty the Snowman”? Professor Hinkle
What did everyone say was the reason that Ralphie couldn’t have a bb gun in A Christmas Story? You’ll shoot your eye out!
In the movie “A Christmas Story”, what was the name of the neighbors whose dog ate the Christmas turkey? The Bumpuses
Which Disney Character played Bob Cratchit in the movie short “Mickey’s Christmas Carol” (1983)? Mickey Mouse
What happens when you stick your tongue to a frozen pole, like in A Christmas Story? It gets stuck to the pole
In the movie “Elf” how does Buddy get to the North Pole? He hides in Santa’s sack
What were the names of all the Ghosts in “A Christmas Carol”? Jacob Marley, the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
What was the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time? Home Alone
What did the other reindeer not let Rudolph do because of his shiny red nose? Join in any reindeer games
What animated film depicted a train that took kids to the North Pole on Christmas Eve? The Polar Express
The movie “Miracle on 34th Street” is based on a real-life department store. What store is it? Macy’s
What does Santa say at the end of “A Visit from St. Nicholas” book? Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!
In the cartoon classic “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” the Grinch was described with three words. What are they? Stink, stank, stunk

Christmas History and Traditions

Christmas trivia questions that will test your knowledge of traditions and the history surrounding Christmas.

In the U.K. and Canada, what holiday is celebrated the day after Christmas? Boxing Day
Where was baby Jesus born? In Bethlehem
After leaving Bethlehem, to which country did Joseph, Mary, and Jesus travel? Egypt
What are the gifts that the Three Wise Men gave baby Jesus, according to the Bible? Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh
How do you say “Merry Christmas” in Spanish? Feliz Navidad
What are two other names for Santa Claus? Saint Nick and Kris Kringle
What country did the first indoor Christmas tree appear in? Germany
What country has the tradition of filling children’s clogs with candy and treats on December 5? The Netherlands
Which real-life person is Santa Claus based on? The Christian bishop St. Nicholas
Who invented electric Christmas lights? Thomas Edison
Which was the last US state to declare an official holiday for Christmas?Oklahoma
Which was the first state in the United States to recognize Christmas as an official holiday? Alabama
Which was the first country to issue a Christmas postage stamp? Canada
When was Christmas declared as a federal holiday in the United States? 1870
Every elf has this ornament on the tip of their shoes. Which ornament are we talking about? Bells
What are the two of the most popular names for Mrs. Clause in literature? Anna and Carol
What are the color of the berries of the mistletoe plant? White
What do most people traditionally put on top of a Christmas Tree? An angel
How does Santa Claus go back up the chimney to continue his journey of delivering gifts? He places his finger on the side of his nose, gives a smile and a nod.
Name the eight original Reindeer. Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen
Two of the reindeers are named after weather phenomenon. Name the reindeer. Donner, which means thunder in German, and Blitzen, which means lightning
What two phrases will you almost always find on Christmas gift tags? To and From
Which country gifts the Christmas tree that is placed at the Trafalgar Square in London, according to Christmas tradition? Norway
Who tracks Santa’s location on Christmas Eve? NORAD – North American Aerospace Defense Command.
Who was the first President to have a tree in the White House? President Benjamin Harrison in 1889.
What President established Christmas as a national holiday? President Ulysses S. Grant
How many candles are on an Advent wreath? Four. One lit each week until Christmas.
Where did the word and idea “Festivus” come from? Seinfeld
What do Christians associate with the wreath? The crown of thorns worn by Jesus
What do advent wreaths symbolize? The circle shape signifies continuous life by representing the eternity of God
Which country has a tradition of a witch dropping gifts for children through the chimney at Christmas? Italy, her name is Befana
What is Santa Claus called in France? Père Noël
Which American President banned Christmas trees in the White House? Theodore Roosevelt
How many days are there between Christmas and the Epiphany? Twelve
Which country has a tradition of lighting candles on the graves of relatives on Christmas Eve? Finland
Which of these was not a gift given by the ‘Wise Men’ to Baby Jesus – gold, silver, myrrh, or frankincense? Silver
Which company made the concept of Santa Claus popular worldwide? Coca-Cola
Why are Christmas candy canes red and white in color? The color white symbolizes the purity of Jesus, and the color red symbolizes the blood that Jesus shed for us.
According to the Holy Bible, what was Jesus Christ born in? Stable
True or false, Christmas celebrations were once banned in England. True
Where did Puritans ban Christmas? Boston and England from 1659-1681
What is the most popular Christmas play? The Nutcracker
Where did The Nutcracker first begin? Russia
When was Christmas celebrated initially by Christians in the East? January 6th
Where did the tradition of candles in the windows start in America? Colonial Williamsburg in the 1930s

Christmas Food Trivia Questions

Christmas trivia questions that are all about the wonderful foods we all love at Christmas.

Visions of which food danced in children’s heads as they slept in the poem “‘Twas The Night Before Christmas?” Sugar plums
Which milk-based beverage is popular during Christmas? Eggnog
Stollen is the traditional fruit cake of which country? Germany
Where do Australians usually prepare Christmas dinner? It’s summer in Australia at Christmas, so in order to avoid a hot oven most Australians prepare their Christmas dinner on the barbie!
The red and white costume of Father Christmas was allegedly first introduced by which drinks manufacturer? Coca-Cola
What is Bûche de Noël? A log shaped dessert that symbolises the large log that traditionally burns continuously on Christmas night
In the Christmas song what was ‘Roasting on an Open Fire’? Chestnuts
What fruit, when put into the container, will keep a stored Christmas cake moist? Apple
What is a female turkey called? A hen
What is the name of the skin that hangs from a turkey’s neck? Wattle
Which alcoholic spirit is traditionally added to butter and served with Christmas pudding? Brandy
What pudding is often eaten in the US as an alternative to the English Christmas pudding? Persimmon Pudding
Which fairy tale were the first gingerbread houses inspired by? Hansel and Gretel
Which country did eggnog come from? England
What should be eaten on each of the 12 days of Christmas to ensure good luck for the year ahead? a mince pie
What would you be drinking if you had ‘Glühwein’? Mulled wine
Which type of tree was the partridge sitting in, according to a well-known Christmas song? Pear
What is the most popular main course in America for a traditional Christmas dinner? Turkey and stuffing
What are the 2 most common side dishes at Christmas dinner? Green Bean casserole, and mashed potatoes
What was the main dish served by Mrs. Cratchit in A Christmas Carol? a goose
Why are candy canes shaped the way they are? To remind people of the shepherds who brought gifts to the newborn baby Christ
What country started the tradition of gingerbread houses? Germany
What beverage company traditionally uses Santa Claus in their Christmas advertising? Coca-Cola
What is the overwhelmingly popular food eaten for Christmas dinner in Japan? KFC, thanks to the impact of a “Kentucky for Christmas” marketing campaign that ran about 40 years ago
What German custom earns you an extra present on Christmas Day? Finding the pickle ornament in the Christmas tree

Christmas Songs and Carols

Christmas trivia questions that will have everyine singing to get the answers right!.

What do we bring in the song “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”? Good tidings
In the Christmas carol, “Jingle Bells,” what kind of a do they dash through the snow with? A one-horse open sleigh
What Christmas Carol contains the line “and Heaven and Nature sing”? Joy to the World
In the song Twelve Days of Christmas, what gift was given on day four? Four calling birds
Who was born in the song “The First Noel”? The King of Israel
What words follow “Silent Night” in the song? Holy night
What is the last line of “Silent Night”? Christ the Savior is Born
On the tenth day of Christmas, what gift is given? Lords a-leaping
Which song has the line “let Earth receive her king!”? Joy to the World
Elvis isn’t going to have a white Christmas he’s going to have a…. Blue Christmas
What Christmas song did Gene Autry record about a glowing nosed animal? Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
What was Frosty the Snowman’s nose made out of? A button
In the song “Winter Wonderland,” what do we call the snowman? Parson Brown
What song does Schroeder angrily play for Lucy on his piano in “A Charlie Brown Christmas”? Jingle Bells
What does my true love bring to me on the 9th day of Christmas? 9 ladies dancing
What is the is the best-selling Christmas single of all time? White Christmas by Bing Crosby
Who was seated by my side in the third verse of “Jingle Bells”? Miss Fanny Bright
Whose eyes are all aglow in “The Christmas Song?” Tiny tots
What is the name of the song was recorded by Vaughn Monroe in 1945 (and later by Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga) that opens with the lines “Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful, and since we’ve no place to go. . .”? Let It Snow
How many gifts in total were given in “The Twelve Days of Christmas” song? 364
Which Christmas song’s second verse begins with, “See the blazing Yule before us”? Deck the Halls
In the song “The Little Drummer Boy” what did the baby Jesus do when the drummer boy played for him? He smiled at him
What song contains the line “Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas”? Carol of the Bells
In 1947, one year after recording another famous Christmas song, Gene Autry recorded a song in which he told listeners to “Hang your stockings and say your prayers ’cause Santa Claus comes tonight.” What is the name of this song? Here Comes Santa Claus
What did the night wind say to the little lamb? Do you hear what I hear?
What line comes after this: Hear the snow crunch, See the kids bunch, This is Santa’s big scene, And above all this bustle You’ll hear ___ Silver Bells

Make Christmas trivia a tradition at your Christmas gatherings. With our huge list of Christmas trivia questions and answers, you’ll have plenty of trivia questions for years to come.