5 Ways to Get in the Christmas Spirit
1. Go Christmas Tree Shopping
Visiting your local tree farm during the holidays can be one of the best ways to get into the Christmas spirit. Whether you go with friends or family, decorating a tree is a fun way to be involved while still being active. If you’re unable to buy a real one, there are many other options. You can buy a fake tree or you can DIY a Christmas tree. Pinterest has tons of ideas for unique ways of making Christmas trees.
2. Watch a Christmas Movie
Christmas is a great time to binge-watch all of your favorite Christmas classics. If you’re in the mood to watch something new, Netflix, Hulu and even Disney+ has Christmas movies. Snuggle up with a cozy blanket, invite friends to join you and make some yummy snacks!
3. Throw a Holiday Party
One of the best ways to feel the Christmas spirit is to have your favorite people around you. Whether that’s doing a white elephant themed party, movie night, cookie exchange or ornament exchange, there are many ways to throw a great party.
4. Decorate Holiday Cookies
My favorite thing to do during the holidays is to bake sugar cookies and decorate them. It’s fun to get cookie cutouts that have different shapes, such as a snowman, Christmas tree, ornament or angel. You can add different frostings or sprinkles to decorate them. Make a day out of it with your friends or significant other. Once the cookies are finished baking, you can enjoy your hard work with a cup of hot chocolate and a good movie. Most likely you’ll have leftovers that you can enjoy later!
5. Holiday Activities
A free activity that will surely get you into the mood is to check out your local Christmas light show. Fill up a cup with the hot drink of your choice, jump in the car with your best friends and find a neighborhood that has an epic lights show. Some towns even have home tours where you can see homes decorated with tons of lights and decorations. If this isn’t for you, check out local craft shows and festivals. Most have great holiday foods to try! Another activity to do is to go ice skating. It can be great to do on an afternoon with nothing else to do. It’ll get you active, while also having a great time! The holidays are the perfect time to get involved. There are many local homeless shelters and other charities that need your help this Christmas season. Giving to others is an excellent way to get into the Christmas spirit and make a difference in your community.
Hannah Armstrong is a senior studying health and human performance.