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December 23, 2024 at 7:41 PM

What grocery stores are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

A full list of grocery stores open on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, and Christmas, Dec. 25 with holiday hours.
December 23, 2024 at 7:41 PM
December 23, 2024 at 7:08 PM

Avoiding travel nightmares during the holidays

Expedia travel expert Christie Hudson shares advice on how to best navigate the roads and skies for a less stressful holiday.
December 23, 2024 at 7:08 PM
VIDEO: Avoiding travel nightmares during the holidays
December 23, 2024 at 1:20 PM

'Wicked' Christmas light show defies our holiday expectations

The Miranda family made a very popular choice by adding "Wicked" to their epic holiday light show.
December 23, 2024 at 1:20 PM
VIDEO: 'Wicked' Christmas light show defies our holiday expectations
December 23, 2024 at 12:02 PM

A white Christmas is possible with incoming winter storm

A fast-moving storm system could deliver a white Christmas for millions, from the Great Lakes into the Northeast.
December 23, 2024 at 12:02 PM
VIDEO: A white Christmas is possible with incoming winter storm
December 22, 2024 at 9:26 PM

How to look great with top trends for the holidays

Image consultant and fashion stylist Wendy Garcia delivers tips on upping your style this holiday season.
December 22, 2024 at 9:26 PM
VIDEO: How to look great with top trends for the holidays
December 22, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Some parts of US bracing for Arctic blast leading up to mostly dry Christmas

The week is poised to start with an Arctic blast in the Northeast.
December 22, 2024 at 6:30 PM
Snow falls as a couple walks along the Commonwealth Avenue Mall in the Back Bay neighborhood, Dec. 20, 2024, in Boston.
December 22, 2024 at 3:56 PM

Still time to find the perfect present with great savings

ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous is here with last-minute gift ideas in the final countdown to the holidays. Plus, what you need to know about returns.
December 22, 2024 at 3:56 PM
VIDEO: Still time to find the perfect present with great savings
December 21, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Last-minute holiday deals to check off your list

If you’re behind on your holiday shopping, ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous is here with some creative last-minute gift ideas for the holidays.
December 21, 2024 at 6:00 PM
VIDEO: Last-minute holiday deals to check off your list
December 21, 2024 at 1:33 PM
A glass of eggnog, which is prepared 11 months in advance, is shown at Scoma's Restaurant in San Francisco on Tuesday, Dec.10, 2024. (AP Photo/Terry Chea)
December 21, 2024 at 5:50 AM

Santa, Mrs. Claus use military transports to bring Christmas to Alaska Native village

Forget the open-air sleigh overloaded with gifts and powered by a tuckered herd of flying reindeer
December 21, 2024 at 5:50 AM
Alaska National Guard soldiers and airmen shovel the roof of a building in Yakutat, Alaska. (Photo by Dana Rosso, U.S. Army National Guard via AP)
December 20, 2024 at 11:28 PM

Clay Aiken performs 'Ave Maria' from his holiday album

Singer Clay Aiken drops by “GMA3” to perform “Ave Maria” from his new holiday album, “Christmas Bells Are Ringing."
December 20, 2024 at 11:28 PM
VIDEO: Clay Aiken performs 'Ave Maria' from his holiday album
December 20, 2024 at 5:55 PM

Is the NORAD Santa tracker safe from a government shutdown?

The military’s tradition of tracking Santa Claus will carry on even if the U.S. government shuts down
December 20, 2024 at 5:55 PM
FILE - NORAD Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. Charles D. Luckey takes a call while volunteering at the NORAD Tracks Santa center at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colo., Dec. 24, 2014. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley, File)
December 20, 2024 at 3:20 PM

18 kids adopted in special celebration just before Christmas

By the end of the day, the event united 13 families with their new children.
December 20, 2024 at 3:20 PM
18 children were officially adopted into their forever families at a special holiday adoption event held at the Ocala Courthouse in Florida on Dec. 13.
December 20, 2024 at 1:26 AM

The best Christmas movies for every mood

'Tis the season for spirited and winless debates about what the best Christmas movie is
December 20, 2024 at 1:26 AM
This image released by Janus Films shows Nino Castelnuovo, left, and Catherine Deneuve in a scene from the 1964 French film "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg." (Janus Films via AP)
December 18, 2024 at 5:40 PM

UPS driver wraps child's present before delivering it to avoid ruining surprise

This UPS driver is truly Santa's helper!
December 18, 2024 at 5:40 PM
This UPS driver is truly Santa's helper!
December 18, 2024 at 3:59 PM

Sisters shocked to see VIPs who delayed flight are their Elf on the Shelf dolls

Sisters Ava and Mia were in for a big shock as their parents and flight crew surprised them with their Elf on the Shelf dolls before a family trip.
December 18, 2024 at 3:59 PM
Jeff and Christy Freeman teamed up with Southwest Airlines crewmembers to surprise their daughters Ava, 10, and Mia, 6, with their Elf on the Shelf dolls ahead of their family vacation.
December 18, 2024 at 3:48 PM

Wife speaks out after husband accepts dare, dresses up as Buddy the elf

A woman captured her husband parading through New York City dressed up as Buddy, from the iconic 2003 Christmas movie "Elf."
December 18, 2024 at 3:48 PM
Ryan Beeler dressed up as Buddy the Elf from the 2003 movie "Elf," following a dare from his wife Melissa Beeler. Melissa Beeler captured her husband's movie-inspired antics in a visit to New York City on Dec. 5, 2024.
December 18, 2024 at 3:44 PM

4-year-old steals the show as she tries to spill the tea at Christmas program

A 4-year-old stole the show at the end of her school Christmas program when she took over the mic.
December 18, 2024 at 3:44 PM
Brenna Massa’s daughter Stori, 4, stole the show at the end of her school’s Christmas program when she took the mic on stage and started sharing a story.
December 18, 2024 at 3:29 PM

Brazilian Santa swaps sleigh for Jet Ski to deliver toys to disabled children

Dozens of children with disability gathered on Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana beach on Tuesday to receive presents — and joy — from the white-bearded man, a joint effort by the city’s firefighters and nonprofit associations
December 18, 2024 at 3:29 PM
A firefighter dressed as Santa Claus rescues a man on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado)
December 18, 2024 at 2:12 PM

Busiest days and times to travel over Christmas

Dec. 19, 20 and 23 will be the busiest passenger days to fly, while the 20, 22 and 23 will be the busiest days to hit the road ahead of the holiday.
December 18, 2024 at 2:12 PM
VIDEO: Busiest days and times to travel over Christmas
December 18, 2024 at 12:39 PM

How to avoid financial stress during the holiday season

The holidays are meant to be a time of celebration with family and friends
December 18, 2024 at 12:39 PM
FILE - Shoppers walk along Fifth Avenue on Nov. 29, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Heather Khalifa, File)
December 17, 2024 at 10:39 PM

Dreaming of a white Christmas?

Human-amplified climate change is having an impact on the chance of seeing snow for the holidays.
December 17, 2024 at 10:39 PM
VIDEO: Dreaming of a white Christmas?
December 17, 2024 at 2:40 AM

Confident little girl gives hilarious speech during school's Christmas program

Four-year-old Stori delivered a memorable speech, giving flowers and spilling the tea.
December 17, 2024 at 2:40 AM
Four-year-old Stori delivered a memorable speech, giving flowers and spilling the tea.
December 16, 2024 at 6:45 PM

Christmas tree light controllers sold at Cracker Barrel, Target, Walmart recalled

Mr. Christmas wireless Christmas tree light controllers are being recalled due to a potential fire hazard.
December 16, 2024 at 6:45 PM
Mr. Christmas wireless Christmas tree light controllers are being recalled due to a potential fire hazard.
December 14, 2024 at 4:15 PM

Holiday magic on plane

Mom told her daughters their plane is waiting for two “VIP passengers” to board their flight which are the girls’ elves on a shelf, Snowflake and Peppermint.
December 14, 2024 at 4:15 PM
VIDEO: Holiday magic on plane
December 14, 2024 at 4:09 PM

Philadelphia's Jingle Bell Run and Strut the Mutt costume contest

ABC News’ Wil Ganss joins us from the 40th annual Jingle Bell Run to benefit the Arthritis Foundation.
December 14, 2024 at 4:09 PM
VIDEO: Philadelphia's Jingle Bell Run and Strut the Mutt costume contest
December 14, 2024 at 1:28 PM

Why Santa slashers are taking over your screen this holiday season

Some audiences may skip classics like "It's a Wonderful Life" or "A Christmas Story" for movies like "Terrifier 3," a returning festive slasher that briefly became America's No. 1 movie this year.
December 14, 2024 at 1:28 PM
VIDEO:  Why Santa slashers are taking over your screen this holiday season
December 14, 2024 at 3:49 AM

Singer Clay Aiken on new holiday studio album ‘Christmas Bells Are Ringing’

ABC News’ Phil Lipof speaks with multi-platinum singer Clay Aiken about his return to music after two decades with his new studio album, “Christmas Bells Are Ringing.”
December 14, 2024 at 3:49 AM
Singer Clay Aiken on new holiday studio album ‘Christmas Bells Are Ringing’
December 14, 2024 at 2:31 AM

Made in America Christmas: Muir travels to find small town American inventions

ABC's David Muir is traveling across the country to find small-town American inventions to go under the Christmas tree. 
December 14, 2024 at 2:31 AM
Made in America Christmas: Muir travels to find small town American inventions
December 12, 2024 at 3:44 PM

‘Made in America’ Christmas is back for the 13th year

“Made in America” Christmas returns for its 13th year, as David Muir reports on small businesses and Christmas tree farms nationwide working to deliver holiday joy this season.
December 12, 2024 at 3:44 PM
VIDEO: ‘Made in America’ Christmas is back for the 13th year
December 12, 2024 at 12:43 PM

Giant inflatable Santas take over Utah neighborhood

Santas at every turn. A couple captured the comical number of inflatable St. Nicks outside numerous homes in this Utah neighborhood.
December 12, 2024 at 12:43 PM
VIDEO:  Giant inflatable Santas take over Utah neighborhood
December 11, 2024 at 6:54 PM

As a singer turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday staple

Brenda Lee's memories of recording “Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree” are a little hazy now
December 11, 2024 at 6:54 PM
This combination of images shows singer Brenda Lee at the 57th Annual CMA Awards on Nov. 8, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn., and Brenda Lee at fourteen, in London on April 5, 1959. (AP Photo)
December 10, 2024 at 9:36 AM

Taylor University's Silent Night tradition

Silent Night is a cherished Christmas tradition at Taylor University. Students wear costumes and stay silent until Taylor scores the 10th point during a sold-out basketball game.
December 10, 2024 at 9:36 AM
VIDEO: Taylor University's Silent Night tradition
December 9, 2024 at 5:56 PM

Teen entrepreneur's inclusive Christmas small business

16-year-old Cason Dean and his family turned their love for Christmas into a small business, creating inflatable Santas of all shades.
December 9, 2024 at 5:56 PM
VIDEO: Teen entrepreneur's inclusive Christmas small business
December 7, 2024 at 4:11 PM

Traditional Christmas staples get a reboot

ABC News' Will Ganss talks how Santa Claus slimmed down and turned from jolly to buff.
December 7, 2024 at 4:11 PM
VIDEO: Traditional Christmas staples get a reboot
December 7, 2024 at 1:57 AM

Teri Hatcher talks new Christmas movie

Hatcher stars in the new Lifetime movie "How to Fall in Love by Christmas."
December 7, 2024 at 1:57 AM
VIDEO: Teri Hatcher talks new Christmas movie
December 6, 2024 at 8:18 AM

Georgia man's 'One Million Lights' display brings festive spirit downtown

Bryan Nichols has been working to brighten up his hometown of Macon for years, adding more lights each time the holidays roll around and programming a music routine for the lights to dance to.
December 6, 2024 at 8:18 AM
VIDEO: Georgia man's 'One Million Lights' display brings festive spirit downtown
December 3, 2024 at 9:52 PM

Crowd reacts to hilarious Christmas tree lighting fail at Dublin's Trinity College

After an enthusiastic countdown, the crowd looked around in confusion as the tree remained unlit.
December 3, 2024 at 9:52 PM
After an enthusiastic countdown, the crowd looked around in confusion as the tree remained unlit.
December 2, 2024 at 3:56 PM

What to expect when Christmas tree shopping

ABC News’ Will Reeve reports on whether Christmas trees will be hard to find this year, and whether prices will be higher.
December 2, 2024 at 3:56 PM
VIDEO: What to expect when Christmas tree shopping
December 2, 2024 at 11:09 AM

Special delivery to spread holiday cheer, the 'People’s Tree'!

An 80-foot Sitka spruce, known as the "People’s Tree" traveled 700 miles by sea and 4,000 miles on land from Alaska to the U.S. Capitol’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
December 2, 2024 at 11:09 AM
VIDEO: Special delivery to spread holiday cheer, the 'People’s Tree'!
December 1, 2024 at 3:42 PM

The latest trends for Christmas tree decorating

With Christmas holiday cheer in full swing, ABC News’ Will Ganss takes a look at how Americans are decorating their Christmas tree this year.
December 1, 2024 at 3:42 PM
VIDEO: The latest trends for Christmas tree decorating
November 29, 2024 at 11:42 AM

This Scottish town's Christmas lights were designed by local students

The community gathered to countdown for the official lighting ceremony!
November 29, 2024 at 11:42 AM
VIDEO: This Scottish town's Christmas lights were designed by local students
1 month ago

Countdown to the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

Holiday spirits are rising with the countdown to the Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, debuting their first-ever Muppet balloons at the parade.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Countdown to the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
1 month ago

How decorating for Christmas can boost your happiness

Experts weigh in on the psychology of Christmas, design tips.
1 month ago
1 month ago

'Operation Santa' launches online to make holidays happy for children, families

In its 112th year, the program by the U.S. Postal Service is being offered online so helpers across the U.S. can participate.
1 month ago
In this Dec. 5, 2017, file photo, Santa Claus greets visitors during Operation Santa at the post office in Los Angeles.
1 month ago

Mom surprises kids with 'Bluey'-inspired Christmas tree

Samir and Samaya were completely surprised!
1 month ago
VIDEO: Mom surprises kids with 'Bluey'-inspired Christmas tree
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Ruben Studdard brings in Christmas cheer with new album

Singer-songwriter and 2003 "American Idol" winner Ruben Studdard discusses his newest music venture–his first Christmas EP, “My Favorite Holiday.”
1 month ago
Ruben Studdard brings in Christmas cheer with new album
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The best travel deals for Thanksgiving and Christmas

Going.com travel expert Katy Nastro is here with advice and the latest deals for booking your holiday travel.
1 month ago
VIDEO: The best travel deals for Thanksgiving and Christmas
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John C. Reilly on finding the reason for the season in ‘An Almost Christmas Story’

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with Academy Award-nominated actor John C. Reilly about starring in the new animated short film "An Almost Christmas Story" as he reflects on his decades-long career.
1 month ago
John C. Reilly on finding the reason for the season in ‘An Almost Christmas Story’
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Warmer weather could lead to Christmas tree shortage in the future

The mature trees in the Northeast ready for market are generally in good condition, but the trees that have just been planted are not growing and it could cause a massive shortage in years to come.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Warmer weather could lead to Christmas tree shortage in the future