The holiday season at the office can be a wonderful time to build camaraderie, boost morale, and share a few laughs. One simple way to bring coworkers together is by hosting a festive trivia session. These holiday-themed trivia questions can spark fun conversations, test everyone’s knowledge, and encourage friendly competition among colleagues.

Why Host A Holiday Trivia Session

Holiday trivia offers a lighthearted break from daily tasks and deadlines. By focusing on fun, seasonal topics, employees can relax, get to know one another, and celebrate the spirit of the holidays. This type of activity helps strengthen team bonds and can be easily incorporated into holiday parties, lunchtime gatherings, or virtual meetings.

Classic Christmas Knowledge

  1. Do you know the other name typically given to eggnog? (Milk Punch)
  2. In the song  “Frosty The Snowman,” what brings Frosty to life? (A magic hat)
  3. Which country started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree? (Germany)
  4. How many reindeer pull Santa’s sleigh in most depictions? (8–9 if you count Rudolph)
  5. In “A Christmas Carol,” what’s the name of Ebenezer Scrooge’s late business partner? (Jacob Marley)

Facts And Figures

  1. Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa all use candles – what percent of candle sales take place during the winter holiday season (according to the National Candle Association?) (35%)
  2. How much money does the average American spend on Christmas each year? ($900)
  3. How much of US holiday budgets are relegated to gift purchases? (71%)
  4. When does the average American begin Christmas shopping? (Before October ends)
  5. How many real Christmas trees are sold each year? (25-30 million)
  6. How much money was spent on Cyber Monday 2024, according to Adobe Analytics? ($13.3B)
  7. What percentage of consumers believed that small businesses provided better holiday gifts according to the AT&T Business Survey? (74%)

Winter Celebrations Around The World

  1. Which country celebrates “La Befana,” a gift-giving witch who delivers presents to children? (Italy)
  2. In the festival of Las Posadas, which culture reenacts Joseph and Mary’s search for shelter? (Mexican and Latin American)
  3. What is the name of the winter solstice festival celebrated by Inuit communities in parts of Canada and Alaska? (Quviasukvik (or Quviasukvik/Qiviuq))
  4. Where did the legend of ‘Kramups’ originate? (Alpine regions of Europe)
  5. What will the new animal sign for the upcoming Lunar New Year be? (Snake)

Encouraging Participation And Fun

To make this Christmas trivia for the workplace session more engaging, consider dividing coworkers into teams, offering small prizes like holiday treats, or giving everyone a turn at asking questions. This relaxed environment allows employees to show their creativity, knowledge, and humor, making the holiday season at work even more enjoyable.