The car is packed, the snacks are ready, and the holiday playlist is queued up. But if you’ve got a long Christmas road trip ahead, keeping everyone cheerful can be a challenge. Turn the drive into part of the celebration with these fun, festive, and screen-free road trip games that bring the family together.
1. Christmas Carol Charades
Act out classic holiday songs without speaking, and let everyone guess. It’s hilarious, lively, and perfect for unleashing some holiday spirit!
2. Holiday Movie Quotes
Take turns quoting famous Christmas movies—just not the obvious lines. Whoever guesses the title first gets a candy cane point!
3. Snow or No?
Before entering each new town, everyone predicts whether there will be snow. Keep score—winner gets to pick the next carol to play.
4. Reindeer Alphabet
Go through the alphabet finding Christmas-related words on road signs or billboards. “A” for angel, “B” for bell—you get it!
5. Festive Would You Rather
Would you rather meet Santa’s elves or ride in his sleigh? Questions like these spark funny and sometimes surprisingly deep conversations.
6. Holiday Hunt
Create a Christmas-themed scavenger list—find a decorated tree, a red truck with a wreath, or a house decked in lights.
7. Santa’s Sleigh Spotting
Every time someone spots a red vehicle, yell “Sleigh!” Keep a running count to see who has the sharpest Santa sight.
8. North Pole Detective
Make up clues about Christmas symbols or traditions, and let others guess. Example: “I hang by the fire but never burn.”
9. Christmas Story Chain
Start a holiday story with one sentence. Each person adds a line as you go—expect laughter and a little chaos!
10. Wish Upon a Star
As night falls, have everyone share one wish for the new year. It’s a heartfelt way to end the journey together.
These games don’t just pass the time—they create memories that last well beyond the holiday season. So buckle up, laugh hard, and let every mile become part of the magic.