Free Christmas Scattergories Printable Game
Christmas Scattergories is one of those games we come back to year after year.
It started as a fun way to sneak in some learning during our homeschool days, but now it’s part of our holiday traditions.
I created these printable holiday Scattergories boards so we could play without needing the official game, and they’ve been a hit with friends and family ever since.
With festive category lists and ready-to-go letter boards, it’s an easy, no-prep activity that gets everyone laughing and thinking.
Whether you’re homeschooling, hosting a party, or just spending time together, this game brings the fun every time.
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How to Play Christmas Scattergories (Without the Official Game)
If you’ve never played Scattergories before, the goal is simple: come up with a word for each category that starts with the same letter, and try not to match anyone else’s answer.
It’s fast, funny, and way more competitive than you’d expect.
You don’t need the official Hasbro game to join in. I’ve included five printable boards with festive starting letters like TREE, SNOW, and GIFT, plus five themed category lists (and one blank one to create your own).
Just print one sheet per player and you’re ready to go, no dice required. Each board already includes a letter at the top, so you can skip that part and jump straight into the fun.
If you do have the original game, these Christmas Scattergories lists make a great extension pack.
Print out the category cards, grab your 20-sided die, and enjoy a holiday twist on the classic version.
What You’ll Need
- The printables – scroll to the bottom to get the PDF. It should land in your inbox within 5 minutes (check your junk folder just in case).
- Printer paper or cardstock – regular paper works great, but we use this cardstock if you want something more durable.
- Pens or pencils – one for each player.
- Scissors – only if you’re using the small category cards. The main boards don’t need cutting.
This free Christmas Scattergories printable is for personal or classroom use only. Perfect for families, homeschoolers, teachers, or anyone looking for an easy and engaging holiday game.
Once you’ve played this one, check out our Winter Scattergories too, it’s perfect for cozy indoor days.
More Free Christmas Printables to Enjoy
Looking for even more festive fun? These Christmas-themed activities have been favorites in our house, and they’re all free to print.
- Start with a Christmas word search filled with holiday terms that’s perfect for quiet afternoons or road trips.
- For something more active, our Christmas scavenger hunt riddles will send kids on a merry search around the house.
- Need a creative outlet? Our Christmas writing prompts are great for inspiring stories, letters to Santa, or even family journaling.
- If your Elf makes an appearance, the Elf scavenger hunt clues add a playful twist to the tradition.
- And when you’re ready for group fun, the Christmas charades game always gets everyone laughing.
These printables are a simple way to add more joy to your holiday lineup, no prep, just fun.
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More Free Scattergories Games
If you enjoyed our Christmas Scattergories, you’ll want to check out these other themed versions for year-round fun:
- Halloween Scattergories: Get into the spooky spirit with categories inspired by ghosts, monsters, costumes, and all things frightful. A fun twist on your October game nights.
- Thanksgiving Scattergories: Bring some laughter to your gathering with prompts related to food, traditions, and fall favorites.
- New Year’s Scattergories: Celebrate the year’s end by racing to come up with words tied to resolutions, parties, and memorable moments.
- Valentine’s Scattergories: A sweet and silly way to celebrate love and friendship with themed categories for all ages.
Last Updated on 21 July 2025 by Clare Brown