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The 50 Funniest Christmas Jokes for Kids

Prepare yourself for some wholesome holiday LOLs

Ha-ha-holidays!
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‘Tis the season for silliness!

We’ve reached that time of the year again—the one that is most wonderful, the time for Christmas jokes for kids! Whether you’re gathering with the little ones to make memories with homemade Christmas crafts or engaging in a raucous game of Christmas bingo, it’s always helpful to have a few jokes for kids up your sleeve. Funny stuff never goes out of style, and even some beloved yucks from your own childhood will likely make the smaller set crack up. After all, the best gift you can give anyone is joy, and Christmas jokes certainly pack a punch.

Need to brush up on your LOL-inducing humor around the holidays? We’ve rounded up 50 of the silliest, corniest and downright funniest kids Christmas jokes. Don’t be surprised if they get the whole family giggling, from the young to the young at heart. Sprinkle them in when you’re playing Christmas games, reading Christmas books to the kids or even explaining what Christmas is to the youngest. For other audiences, you can’t go wrong with these short jokes anyone can remember.

How do you help someone who has lost their Christmas spirit?
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How do you help someone who has lost their Christmas spirit?

Nurse them back to elf. Ba-dum-bump! Looking for other holiday fun on top of our Christmas jokes for kids? Try these Christmas brainteasers that are almost impossible to solve.

What do Santa's elves drive?
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What do Santa’s elves drive?

Minivans. Get it? Because elves are a small bunch! If you need more decor than just your Elf on the Shelf, check out how to decorate for the holidays, based on your zodiac sign.

What is a Christmas tree's favorite candy?
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What is a Christmas tree’s favorite candy?

Orna-mints! If you want to make some of your own, check out this list of DIY Christmas ornaments that will make your tree extra special.

What do you call a cat sitting on the beach on Christmas Eve?
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What do you call a cat sitting on the beach on Christmas Eve?

Sandy Claws. Pretty funny, right? Next, get punny with these Christmas puns that are elfin’ hilarious.

Why does everyone love Frosty the Snowman?
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Why does everyone love Frosty the Snowman?

He’s cool. Learn the history behind some of your other favorite Christmas carols.

Why did the Christmas tree go to the barber?
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Why did the Christmas tree go to the barber?

It needed to be trimmed. What are the origins of Christmas trees, anyway? We investigated.

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What do you call an elf wearing earmuffs?

Anything you want—he can’t hear you! Speaking of Santa’s helpers, Elf tops the list of funny Christmas movies you’ll want to watch this season. Of course, it’s filled with all sorts of Christmas jokes for kids—and a bunch for adults too.

What do you get when you cross a Christmas tree with an apple?
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What do you get when you cross a Christmas tree with an apple?

A pineapple! Don’t miss these other Christmas riddles for guaranteed holiday cheer.

Why don't aliens celebrate Christmas?
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Why don’t aliens celebrate Christmas?

Because they don’t want to give away their presence. Womp-womp. Make your presence known with the best presents for kids. (Sorry, we couldn’t help ourselves.)

What do snowmen eat for breakfast?
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What do snowmen eat for breakfast?

Snowflakes. The building of snowmen actually dates all the way back to the Middle Ages. If you’re curious about these winter staples, learn the fascinating history surrounding the snowman.

What happens if you eat Christmas decorations?
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What happens if you eat Christmas decorations?

You get tinselitus. Want to skip the tinsel, just in case? We have plenty of other Christmas decoration ideas that will fill your home with holiday cheer.

Knock, knock!
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Knock, knock!

Who’s there?

Donut.

Donut who?

Donut open this present until Christmas!

A little yuletide trivia for you: The U.S. Postal Service says it expects to deliver more than 900 million packages between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. That’s a lot of presents. If you haven’t started your shopping yet, get to it—starting with this year’s hottest Christmas toys that will sell out fast.

What do you call Santa when he stops moving?
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What do you call Santa when he stops moving?

Santa Pause. For more family fun, check out these hilarious food jokes for kids.

What happened to the thief who stole a Christmas calendar?
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What happened to the thief who stole a Christmas calendar?

He got 12 months. On the bright side, he’ll have plenty of time to read these Christmas books!

What do you call an obnoxious reindeer?
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What do you call an obnoxious reindeer?

Rude-olph. Love reindeer? Read about a family who raises these beloved animals.

Why was the little boy so cold on Christmas morning?
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Why was the little boy so cold on Christmas morning?

Because it was Decembrrrrrr! While your heating bill may be up, here’s how to keep your Christmas tree prices down.

Where does Santa keep all his money?
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Where does Santa keep all his money?

At the local snow bank. These heartwarming stories about meeting Santa will make you feel all warm and fuzzy.

How does Rudolph know when Christmas is coming?
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How does Rudolph know when Christmas is coming?

He refers to his calen-deer. And how does Rudolph know where to go around Christmas? He checks out this list of best Christmas towns in every state!

What did the grumpy sheep say when his friends wished him a Merry Christmas?
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What did the grumpy sheep say when his friends wished him a Merry Christmas?

Baaaa humbug! Of course, the phrase “Bah! Humbug!” was made popular by Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol, but it actually dates back to the 1750s. You’ll find a few incarnations of this classic tale—and its classic line—in our list of the best Christmas movies of all time.

What's the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the regular alphabet?
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What’s the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the regular alphabet?

The Christmas alphabet has Noel. Here are some more winter jokes to warm your heart in the chilly festive weather.

What do you get when you cross a snowman and a vampire?
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What do you get when you cross a snowman and a vampire?

Frostbite. We’re focusing on Christmas jokes for kids here, but to keep the littles laughing all year long, check out our extensive collection of kids jokes.

What do you call a greedy elf?
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What do you call a greedy elf?

Elfish.

What do Santa's little helpers like to eat on a cold day at the North Pole?
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What do Santa’s little helpers like to eat on a cold day at the North Pole?

Elf-abet soup! Fun fact: January has been proclaimed National Soup Month, which makes sense because it tends to be the coldest time of the year.

What falls but never gets hurt?
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What falls but never gets hurt?

Snow. If you’re looking to escape the cold this season, book one of these Christmas getaways to a gorgeous warm-weather destination.

What's Frosty's favorite dessert?
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What’s Frosty’s favorite dessert?

Ice Krispie Treats. The very first Frosty the Snowman TV special premiered in 1969, and it’s still one of the best Christmas cartoons around.

What do reindeer say before they tell you a joke?
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What do reindeer say before they tell you a joke?

This one’s gonna sleigh you!

What does an elf work on after school?
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What does an elf work on after school?

His gnomework. Test your holiday pop culture smarts with this Christmas movie trivia!

Why did Santa Claus get a parking ticket on Christmas Eve?
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Why did Santa Claus get a parking ticket on Christmas Eve?

He left his sleigh in a snow parking zone.

What do you call an old snowman?
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What do you call an old snowman?

Water.

What do gingerbread men use when they break their legs?
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What do gingerbread men use when they break their legs?

Candy canes. While we’re on the subject, do you know the surprising history of the gingerbread man and these other Christmas symbols?

What does Santa use to keep his house sparkling clean?
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What does Santa use to keep his house sparkling clean?

Comet.

What did one snowman say to the other?
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What did one snowman say to the other?

Do you smell carrots?

What does the gingerbread man put on his bed?
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What does the gingerbread man put on his bed?

Cookie sheets. Speaking of which, check out the best Christmas cookie from every state.

What did the teacher say to Rudolph when he didn't prepare for his test on the Civil War?
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What did the teacher say to Rudolph when he didn’t prepare for his test on the Civil War?

You’ll go down in history! Speaking of, what’s the history behind the 12 days of Christmas?

Reindeer Christmas Joke
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What’s the weather report every Christmas Eve?

There’s a 100% chance of reindeer.

How does the snow globe feel this year?
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How does the snow globe feel this year?

A little shaken. Maybe he’d feel better if he read these other funny Christmas quotes!

What kind of bug hates Christmas?
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What kind of bug hates Christmas?

A humbug.

What music do Santa's elves like best?
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What music do Santa’s elves like best?

Wrap music! You’ll love these Christmas songs, which absolutely deserve a spot on your holiday playlist. 

Why are Christmas trees so bad at knitting?
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Why are Christmas trees so bad at knitting?

They drop all their needles. Christmas jokes for kids aside, this is why you might want to get an artificial Christmas tree this year.

Who delivers presents to baby sharks?
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Who delivers presents to baby sharks?

Santa Jaws. Of course, there’s a variation on this joke for dog lovers. Who delivers presents to puppies? Santa Paws.

Candy Cane Christmas Joke
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What’s red, white and blue at Christmas?

A sad candy cane. In case you’ve ever wondered, this is how red and green became the official Christmas colors.

What did the judge say to the angry advent calendar?
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What did the judge say to the angry advent calendar?

Your days are numbered!

What kind of Christmas present just can't be beat?
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What kind of Christmas present just can’t be beat?

A broken drum.

Where does Santa go when Christmas is over?
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Where does Santa go when Christmas is over?

On vacation to a ho-ho-ho-tel.

What kind of Christmas carol do you sing to fruit?
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What kind of Christmas carol do you sing to fruit?

“We Wish You a Berry Christmas.” Here are more fruit puns that are berry, berry funny.

What body part do you only see at Christmas?
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What body part do you only see at Christmas?

The mistle-toe. If the kids ask (or you’re just curious), this is the reason we kiss under the mistletoe.

How do you know when Santa’s around?
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How do you know when Santa’s around?

You can always sense his presents.

What did the stamp say to the Christmas card?
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What did the stamp say to the Christmas card?

Stick with me and we’ll go places. At a loss for words? These are the best Merry Christmas wishes to write in your holiday card.

What do you sing at a snowman's birthday?
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What do you sing at a snowman’s birthday?

“Freeze a Jolly Good Fellow.”

How did Scrooge win the football game?
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How did Scrooge win the football game?

The ghost of Christmas passed. Now that you have the perfect batch of Christmas jokes for kids, check out the funniest Christmas memes you’ll want to share with the grown-ups.

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