Add a dash of magic with these games and activitiesthey may even become family traditions.
Here are some festive Christmas morning ideas to make waking up extra special for your family.
And when they grow up, your kids may even carry on these traditions with their own families.
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Wear Christmas Pajamas
There’s nothing cozier than a soft pair of brand-new pajamas.
Give your family members a fresh set of winter PJs to snuggle into on Christmas Eve.
Have the guys and gals match, or find a unisex outfit for everyone.
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The gang will feel even more festive come Christmas morning when they’re dressed for the occasion.
Your children will be giddy with excitement when they wake up and see that Santa has visited your home.
They’ll love tearing through the door to reach their gifts.
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Let everyone find their gifts before tearing them.
Write the year on the ornament to mark its memory in time.
You’ll love pulling the unique ornaments out year after year and remembering past Christmases.
Or make it a tradition tocreate an ornament each yearon Christmas morning.
Prepare a meal that’s just as delicious as it is festive.
Cook pancakes in the shape of reindeer and snowmen, adding bacon antlers and chocolate chip buttons and eyes.
Or, you’ve got the option to never go wrong with rich, gooeycinnamon rolls.
Just somethingoutside of your everyday breakfastwill help you celebrate the special day.
Stash a couple of Christmas cookies on the board for some extra holiday cheer.
Have a Christmas Movie Marathon
Some of the best Christmas morning ideas involve vegging on the couch.
Round up the entire family to get cozy on the couch and turn on some classic Christmas movies.
Grab the blankets, set up theholiday snacks, and settle in for some relaxed fun.
This will give some much-needed downtime amid all of the excitement that comes with the holidays.
Play Family Games
Get the whole family involved in some friendly competition.
If you need some inspiration for what to play, take a look at our 25 bestfamily board games.