A tropical Christmas inspired by Brazil’s midsummer season—panettone and açaí, carnival crafts, samba dancing, coconut snow cones, jungle-themed games, and a vibrant Rio backdrop. A bright, playful day where Christmas met the rainforest.

A swirled-and-twirled holiday adventure where peppermint treats, crafty chaos, retro décor, and a Chubby Checker dance floor took over the basement. The Peppermint Twist Lounge delivered pure family fun—dizzy spins, candy-striped creations, and a joyful Christmas day wrapped in red-and-white cheer.

A night of wonder inspired by the Star of Bethlehem: glowing star hunts, shimmering crafts, a simple Bethlehem-style feast, and stories that lifted our eyes and hearts. This quiet, faith-filled date reminded us that Christmas begins by following the Light of the world.

A day inspired by the true 16th-century meaning of God Rest Ye Merry: “May God keep you strong.” From cinnamon rolls and giving projects to sauna warmth, comfort-food feasts, and quiet joy, it became a celebration of strength, rest, generosity, and holiday renewal.

A Victorian-flavored Christmas built around Scrooge’s transformation, blending bitter-to-sweet dishes, corn-merchant history, children’s crafts, candlelight stories, family games, and a warm dessert finale fit for a reformed miser.

A Christmas-anytime celebration sparked by Archuleta’s anthem: morning Advent cheer, Denny’s pancake nostalgia, everyday-object crafts, a gas-station gourmet challenge, and a time-loop holiday movie reminding us that Christmas can appear wherever you let it.

A Judy Garland–themed kickoff to Christmas featuring wreath-shaped treats, kid crafts, classic films, oversized DIY porch lights, and plenty of twinkling garland. A cozy, music-filled day that moved from Halloween night straight into the Christmas season with oranges, popcorn, cocktails, and Judy’s golden-age holiday soundtrack.

A Christmas Eve family celebration working our way through the entire alphabet from Advent to Zombies with cranberry cocktails, Kris Kringles, and rib roasts along the way!

A festive look at how Christmas is celebrated in South Korea complete with sledding, Korean takeout, K Pop, sponge cake, and more!

A celebration of reindeer and the people who take care of them including a visit to see reindeer and a whole lot of caribou puns.

A cozy and comforting day surrounded with many baked goods and craft projects reflecting all things pancakes and snowflakes!

A heartwarming day to step back and remind our family about the true meaning of Christmas.

A celebration of unique Christmas celebrations in Indiana including "A Christmas Story", a Turkey Run, plenty of Hoosier inspired games, and a full holiday feast.

A cheery day to get cozy and feature gingersnaps and winter naps in all the best ways possible!

A festive take on Burl Ives' song including plenty of baked goods, cups of cheer, and a few cameos by some of our favorite Hollys.

A continuation of our journey of Christmas celebrations around the world celebrating pirates, lychees, vanilla, Boney M., and more!

A cute way to kick-off decorating for the Christmas season complete with the iconic children's book, mini trees for the kids, and a special treat for our neighborhood wildlife.

A fun exploration of "The Little Drummer Boy" including a homemade nativity stable, a Little Drummer Boy quest, and also an evening spent bidding farewell to autumn and hello to Christmas.

A family date full of references to the cherished 1844 song through food and fun as everyone hits the road to visit their families on Christmas Day!

A crafty family date incorporating Rudolph's iconic nose into every meal of the day as well as playing Pin the Nose on Rudolph, making Rudolph-themed crafts, watching the "Rudolph" movie, and reindeer jammies for our mid-day nap!