9 Christmas Eve Box Ideas Your Kids Will Love

In short, Christmas Eve Boxes are about getting everyone together and making the night before Christmas fun for the whole family. Think of it as individual supplies for a fun family night!

How To Make A Christmas Eve Box

For toddlers and younger kids some of the Christmas Eve Box essentials include:

• Christmas themed pajamas
• A Christmas movie or a book (or both!)
• Their favorite sweets and treats
• Hot cocoa and marshmallows
• A small toy
• A letter from Santa

For older kids and teens, the Christmas Eve Box can include some more grown-up items like:

• A fuzzy robe, slippers or slipper socks instead of pajamas
• A classic Christmas movie they haven’t seen or a new young adult book or graphic novel
• Popcorn, candy or their favorite snacks
• Hot cocoa and marshmallows
• A game, puzzle or craft project

These are the basics and what you’ll find in a typical Christmas Eve box. But with a bit of creativity and imagination, you can turn an ordinary Christmas Eve box into a truly unique one that your kids will love. Here are 9 ideas to make your Christmas Eve boxes memorable — choose one or all of the ones you know your kids will enjoy.

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1. A Custom Hot Cocoa Mug

You can surprise your kids with a custom hot cocoa mug with their names, a personalized character or even a photo. Find a mug that fits your kids’ personalities, favorite characters, interests or one that will make them smile and it will be something they’ll get to use year-round. Here are some of our favorite Christmas mugs for kids.

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And don’t forget the hot chocolate and marshmallows!

2. A Letter From Santa Keepsake

Sure, you can print a letter from Santa or even hand write one yourself. But if you’re looking for something that your kids won’t be as likely to lose or toss away, consider this unique alternative. This laser engraved wood postcard can be personalized with the message, name and address you choose and it comes with a matching wood stand so you can use it as a display. And it will make a great keepsake for your kids as they grow older.

3. Personalized Christmas Socks

Most kids won’t get excited about seeing something as practical as socks in their Christmas Eve box, unless you get them these fun personalized socks! Adding your child’s name or photo is sure to make these socks their favorite ones to wear on Christmas. These socks will also make a great addition to their Christmas pajamas!

4. A Unique Cookies For Santa Plate And Mug

Leaving cookies and milk for Santa on Christmas Eve is a lovely tradition that kids really enjoy. It helps the little ones think about the needs of others, and learn about sharing and caring. To make the tradition even more special, you can personalize Santa’s cookie plate and mug for milk.

5. All I Want For Christmas… Custom Sign

Using the same photo prop each year can be a fun way to show how your kids are growing and changing from year to year. It will be fun for them to see these photos one day too! A custom dry erase sign where you can fill in the blanks each year is a popular photo idea and a unique way to commemorate Christmas Eve. Add this All I Want For Christmas… custom sign to your Christmas Eve Box this year and you’ll be able to use it every year.

6. Custom Puzzles, Coloring Books & Games

A nice way to keep your kids busy on Christmas Eve is to include a puzzle, coloring book, a game or another activity that they might enjoy. Personalizing these items makes them a bit more special and unique. Here are a few of our favorites.

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7. Personalized Santa Hat

Another neat addition to the Christmas Eve Box is a custom Santa hat with your kid’s name on it. It’s another item that kids will be able to use year after year and it always looks great in photos.

8. Personalized Kids Ornaments

By Christmas Eve your Christmas tree has likely been decorated for several days or weeks. But it’s not too late to add to it! Help your kids remember this Christmas with their very own ornaments they can hang on the tree each year. Personalize the ornaments with their names, photos or special messages. Choose ornaments that represent their current interests, hobbies and activities they’re involved in. Or simply choose a sweet ornament you know they’ll adore and add their name and year.

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9. Family Popcorn Bowl

If watching your favorite Christmas movie is on the agenda for Christmas Eve, then a custom popcorn serving bowl for the whole family is the perfect addition. For ice cream or other treats, you can also get personalized snack bowls with your kids’ names and a fun or festive saying.

Bonus: Personalized Christmas Eve Box

Make your Christmas Eve box truly one-of-a-kind by using a personalized version with kid’s names printed right on the lid. With a vintage-inspired design and a nostalgic feel, this unique keepsake box can add a touch of whimsy to the gift. You can add one or more names and reuse the box each year.

Whether you choose just one of these ideas or all, we hope that it helps make your Christmas Eve boxes more special, unique and memorable for your kids. Share your Christmas Eve box photos, ideas or suggestions with us on Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram.

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