The holiday season is filled with traditions that have lasted for several years. It’s called the season of giving, and several traditions circle the idea of sharing gifts, treats, and food with the less fortunate, neighbors, friends, and family. However, this time around, the holiday season will look different due to the deadly virus over the world. With COVID-19 being such a huge part of our lives, celebrations, traditions, and parties will not be the same. Before you frown and put down your party hat, let’s look at how we can make Christmas fun and safe despite the pandemic. Here are 7 virtual Christmas activities that you can do during the holidays within the safety of your home:
1. Online Cooking Class
A cooking class gives you and your family the recipes to benefit from for a lifetime. During this pandemic, enroll yourself for a cooking class and learn how to cook traditional Christmas delicacies. Roasted duck, turkey, stuffed chicken, and shepherd’s pie are dishes your family will thank you for. You can also include your kids in the classes if they have a flair for cooking.
2. The Cookie Swap
It’s common practice for friends and family to exchange baked goodies, treats and sweets during Christmas. The tradition doesn’t have to end this year. Prepare cookies and pack them in gift hampers. Drop them off at your friends and family’s houses to spread the joy. Be sure to pack them well. You can come together virtually through a video call while eating the cookies.
3. Game Night
Some of you may have game nights with family during the holiday season, and there is no need to stop this year. So what if you cannot be physically present with your loved ones? With a strong internet connection and some creative ideas, you can rock the virtual game night, leaving everyone with a night filled with laughs and memories.
4. Concert, Music, And Performance
A festival is incomplete without music. You cannot attend live shows or bands during a pandemic, but you can register for online concerts. Sign up for virtual live bands. Pour yourself a drink and dance your year-end blues away with your loved ones.
5. Gingerbread Contest
Gingerbread cookies are a part of the festive season. People make different kinds of cookies and decorate them as per their desire. So you can host a virtual gingerbread contest. Gather contestants and encourage them to showcase their skills. It’s an excellent way to engage people into feeling festive.
6. Family Gift Opening
You will probably agree that the best part about Christmas morning is gathering around the Christmas tree to open presents. So what do you do when you cannot come together during a pandemic? Get on a call with your family on Christmas morning and open presents together. It’s a beautiful way to bond and spread cheer during the holiday.
7. Trivia Night
Allocate topics to different people and ensure they are well-versed with it. There are various options to choose from, like the history of Christmas, the importance of carols, the significance of the north star, the tale behind Santa Claus, etc. Once the topics are assigned, connect virtual and quiz the rest of them on your topic. You could introduce a scoring system to make it extra fun and competitive. You get to learn more about Christmas as well as enjoy the quality time together.
It’s best to stay indoors and celebrate this season with your friends and family staying safe. But you don’t have to let a pandemic stop you from enjoying the holiday season. Get your family and friends together and try out different virtual activities to make this season unique and memorable. Which activity are you most excited to try? Comment below and let us know.
