Christmas
Follow the latest Christmas news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.
- Nov 8
How to make your own DIY Christmas ornaments
DIY expert J.J. Keras demonstrates how to make your own unique Christmas ornaments that are sure to get you and the whole family in the holiday spirit.
Nov 8
- Nov 2
How decorating for Christmas may boost happiness
One study found that that decorating the outside of your home for Christmas can make you appear more welcoming and sociable.
Nov 2
- Jan 2
Christmas prank makes kids cry, then laugh
All these kids wanted for Christmas was a Nintendo Switch and a hoverboard.
Jan 2
- Dec 28
Church leaves $3,577 tip to Waffle House staff who worked on Christmas Eve
A Celina, Ohio, church left a huge tip to employees working at Waffle House on Christmas Eve.
Dec 28
- Dec 27
Southwest flight attendant sings 'I'll Be Home For Christmas' to airport travelers
Charise Miles, who has been a flight attendant for 20 years, brightened up the holiday for travelers in Houston.
Dec 27
- Dec 26
Families welcome furry friends to forever homes with special Christmas adoptions
Nate's Honor Animal Rescue arranged for Christmas morning deliveries.
Dec 26
- Dec 26
How celebrities celebrated Christmas 2017
Many stars opened their presents, spent time with loved ones, and shared their memories with their fans online.
Dec 26
- Dec 26
How celebrities are celebrating Christmas 2017
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos began their day with "reindeer games."
Dec 26
- Dec 26
Santa visits California firefighters working to stop massive Thomas wildfire
Santa paid California firefighters a visit as they battle the massive Thomas fire.
Dec 26
- Dec 25
Southwest flight attendant sings 'I'll Be Home For Christmas' to Houston travelers
"It just made the trip so so special," one passenger said.
Dec 25
- Dec 25
Flight attendant sings 'I'll Be Home For Christmas'
Southwest employee Charise Miles sang to passengers flying out of Houston, Texas.
Dec 25 - Dec 25
Christians celebrate Christmas Eve in Mosul for first time after ISIS defeat
Christians celebrated Christmas eve in Mosul for the first time after ISIS was defeated there.
Dec 25 - Dec 25
Parents recreate iconic scene from 'Love Actually' just in time for Christmas
Karen and Greg Alpert's parody has been viewed more than 280,000 times.
Dec 25 - Dec 25
Kendis and Diane exchange Christmas gifts
"World News Now" co-anchors Kendis Gibson and Diane Macedo celebrate Christmas together, exchanging some pretty quirky and thoughtful gifts.
Dec 25 - Dec 25
Last-minute Christmas recipes for the whole family
"The Chew" co-hosts Michel Symon and Carla Hall make quick appetizers and roasted pork shoulder for your celebration.
Dec 25 - Dec 25
Christmas desserts you can whip up for Santa
"The Chew" co-host Carla Hall makes a chocolate chess pie using ingredients in your pantry.
Dec 25 - Dec 25
Inside the Christmas decoration warehouse behind New York City's famous displays
ABC News' Ginger Zee tours American Christmas, the company that provides decorations for New York City landmarks, from Radio City Music Hall to Saks Fifth Avenue.
Dec 25 - Dec 25
Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflects on the meaning of Christmas
The archbishop of New York talks about the role of faith and religion this holiday season.
Dec 25 - Dec 24
Whoopi Goldberg surprises foster children with presents and Genie from 'Aladdin'
Whoopi Goldberg and Disney's "Share the Joy" campaign partnered with the nonprofit One Simple Wish to bring holiday cheer to foster children.
Dec 24 - Dec 24
Christmas weekend discounts biggest since Black Friday
More than 126 million consumers hold out for last minute deals.
Dec 24 - Dec 23
America's skies are filled with airliners carrying millions of holiday travelers
Nearly 3 million people will fly today, the beginning of the Christmas weekend.
Dec 23 - Dec 23
Last-minute shoppers may get some great deals this holiday season
This weekend will may be one of the best times to get steep discounts since Black Friday.
Dec 23 - Dec 23
United Airlines surprises kids from children's hospitals with a trip to the North Pole
United Airlines surprises kids from children's hospitals with a trip to the North Pole as part of their annual "Fantasy Flight."
Dec 23 - Dec 22
Grandmother with dementia remembers Santa Claus during family photo shoot
Karen Rangel and her family take photos yearly with St. Nick.
Dec 22 - Dec 22
One girl's humorous request for Santa
Jennifer Murphy, 9, wrote her plea in the snow for Saint Nick to see.
Dec 22 - Dec 22
Towns of Santa Claus celebrate Christmas year-round
Santa Claus, Indiana, and Santa Claus, Georgia, are known as must-visit holiday destinations.
Dec 22 - Dec 22
This elephant's trunk is packed with gifts
In Thailand, a pachyderm really knows how to spread Christmas cheer.
Dec 22 - Dec 22
Christmas could be a boon to movie industry
Hollywood insiders hope movies like "Jumanji," "Pitch Perfect 3" and "Downsizing" will help turn the period between Christmas and New Year's into a box office triumph.
Dec 22 - Dec 22
Boy's reaction to receiving puppy for Christmas will melt your heart
Tristen Perez, 9, could hardly speak when he opened a gift box to find a yellow lab inside.
Dec 22 - Dec 22
US company provides kits to grow your own Christmas tree
The Jonsteen Co. has six kits for your Christmas needs.
Dec 22 - Dec 21
Boy surprised with dog for Christmas is pure magic to see
He lost his beloved lab over the summer.
Dec 21 - Dec 21
Deputies hand out cash, not tickets, for the holidays
Orange County deputies gave away cash to people in need this holiday season.
Dec 21 - Dec 21
Boy being surprised with dog for Christmas is pure magic to see
He lost his beloved Lab over the summer.
Dec 21 - Dec 21
Airman deployed for 2 years in Japan surprises mom for Christmas, and she goes bananas
The family initially worried that her heart wouldn't be able to take it.
Dec 21 - Dec 21
Airman deployed for 2 years in Japan surprises mom for Christmas, and she goes bananas
Grant Jackson surprised his mom, Gwen Jackson, returning home for the holidays from his deployment on Dec. 18, and she had the best reaction.
Dec 21 - Dec 21
School surprises beloved maintenance man with Christmas gift: 'They really touched my heart'
The staff, students and families of Sunbrook Academy of Carrollton in Georgia surprised their beloved maintenance man, James Jackson, with a brand new riding lawn mower.
Dec 21 - Dec 21
Returning soldier sneaks into wife's photo at Christmas lights display
"I'm speechless. I have no words. I’m so excited."
Dec 21 - Dec 21
Student sings Christmas carols during part-time job at grocery store
Gilly Assuncao, 23, hopes to study music at the Berklee College of Music in Boston.
Dec 21 - Dec 20
Premature babies get 1st photos with Santa Claus
A hospital employee dressed as Santa Claus visited nearly 50 babies Tuesday.
Dec 20 - Dec 20
Scuba Santa dreams of a wet Christmas
Old Saint Nick seemed to be at home in a 212,000-gallon tank at the California Academy of Sciences.
Dec 20 - Dec 20
Holiday party hacks
America's Chief Entertaining Officer Tim Laird swings by with some tips to save you time this holiday season.
Dec 20 - Dec 20
Family decks the halls in Christmas-themed puns
From afar, the Gundersons' house seems decked out in traditional Christmas decor, but up close, there is something very punny going on.
Dec 20 - Dec 20
House with hourlong Christmas light show rocks tribute to AC/DC
"Christmas is definitely the best time of year. It brings hope and joy to all."
Dec 20 - Dec 19
Americans share their best Christmas gift ideas
Entrepreneurial families pitch their inventions as the best gifts for the holiday season.
Dec 19 - Dec 19
Christmas light show tribute to AC/DC rocks
Chris Callahan, 32, of Menifee, California, set a portion of his epic Christmas light show to AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" as an homage to Malcolm Young, the band's guitarist and co-founder who died Dec. 17 at the age of 64.
Dec 19 - Dec 19
Kicking off the holiday with the Rockettes
ABC News' Rachel Scott goes behind the scenes with the Rockettes to find out if she's got what it takes to be part of their annual Christmas Spectacular.
Dec 19 - Dec 18
Grocery store employee wows customers with beautiful Christmas carol
Gilly Assuncao, originally from Brazil, stopped customers in their tracks at Russo's Farmers Market in Watertown, Massachusetts, with his beautiful rendition of "O Holy Night."
Dec 18