Need a big gift for the whole gang for this holiday season? These family Christmas gifts are sure to please.
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50 Family Christmas Gift Ideas the Whole Crew Will Love
Updated on Nov. 18, 2024
Sure, you could get mom one of the best gifts for her and dad one of the best gifts for him. Then, you could spend hours trying to decide on gifts for each kid. Or, you could give a family gift and check off everyone on your list with one quick “add to cart.” Family Christmas gifts are more convenient for you and a great way to get the whole fam together making memories. Whether they’re baking homemade pizzas on a Friday night or roasting s’mores around a fire pit, there’s something about a gift that everyone can enjoy that makes it that much more special.
To help you find something for the whole crew, we’ve rounded up the best family Christmas gift ideas, from the thoughtful and sentimental to the outside-the-box and silly. Although some of the obvious picks made our list (we couldn’t leave out matching holiday pajamas!), we also scoured the internet for hidden gems. Many of our picks come from editor recommendations and reviews from our Product Testing Team, too. Happy shopping—and gifting!
For the Entertainers
Boarderie Charcuterie Board
Over-the-top meat and cheese boards are all the rage these days, and Boarderie’s offerings are a big enough gift to feed everyone in the family. Although you could put together your own with these charcuterie board ideas, Boarderie does the work for you. The company has a huge selection of curated spreads, including an all-Brie board and a holiday-themed board that makes beautiful family Christmas gifts. Read our full review for the scoop!
For the Pizza People
Ooni Koda 16
Ordering takeout ‘za is great when you’re on a time crunch, but it really doesn’t compare to a scratch-made pizza fresh from the oven. With the Ooni Koda, the fam can enjoy homemade pies in minutes without leaving the backyard or waiting for delivery. It’s big enough for 16-inch pizzas, plus it has a built-in stone for cooking up other delicacies. We’ve tested this model for a few years and still find it just as impressive as our first use.
For the Dessert Lovers
Cookie of the Month Club
Gift them something to look forward to all winter long with a cookie of the month club from David’s Cookies. Choose from a three-, six-, nine- or 12-month cookie subscription. Every month, they’ll score a one-pound signature cookie tin featuring a new surprise flavor. Talk about sweet family Christmas gifts! It’s one of our favorite gift of the month clubs.
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For the Streamers
Home Theater Projector
Get the movie theater experience without the overpriced tickets or crowds with this home video projector. With crystal-clear image quality and vivid colors, it easily connects to your smartphone or laptop for fast streaming from Netflix, Hulu or Disney+. Grab the fam and a few snacks and curl up on the couch; you’ll feel like you’re sitting in the front row.
For the Carnivores
ButcherBox Favorites Box
Even the picky ones will be excited when they sit down at the dinner table and find a juicy cut of meat. Treat the whole family with the ButcherBox Favorites Box. Along with sirloin tips, they’ll also receive ground beef, pork chops, boneless chicken breast, filet mignon, bacon, and apple gouda sausage. It’s one of our favorite meat delivery services, so we highly recommend for family Christmas gifts.
For Busy Bees
Touchscreen Toaster
Breakfast on the go doesn’t have to be boring. And with this tricked-out touchscreen toaster, breakfast isn’t just quick—it’s toasted to perfection. We tried it for our Revolution toaster review and love the customized settings for perfectly browned English muffins, toaster pastries, bagels and waffles every. single. time. Plus, it’s easy for little fingers to simply add their breakfast, select their item and wait for their toasty creations.
For the Tailgater
Yeti Tundra 45 Hard Cooler
If you know sports fans who show up hours before game time to tailgate, then a Yeti cooler emblazoned with their favorite team’s logo is the accessory they’ve been missing. Regardless of the score, they’ve already won with this gift—it’s one of our favorite coolers. This is also a great gift for boyfriends.
For the Snackers
Snack Pack Care Package
Sometimes there’s no fighting a snack attack—you just have to give in. A Sugarwish care package is chock-full of sweet and savory treats to satisfy everyone’s cravings. Plus, thanks to the pick-your-own snack model, every family member can grab their favorite. Read our Sugarwish review to get the full scoop. Bonus: Here are more Christmas gift baskets to put a smile on your loved ones’ faces.
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For the Media-Lovers
LED Smart Lights
Both kids and adults go gaga for this smart light panel set. Mount the panels to the wall, then download the Nanoleaf app to create your own light shows. The best part? It moves to the beat of music and movies, making it an excellent option for family movie nights. I have a set of my own at home, and my husband has custom settings for almost every holiday, all his favorite sports teams and a few of his favorite flicks.
For the Sweet and Savory Crowd
Deluxe Christmas Gift Basket
Why not let them feel a little extra with this basket full of goodies? Packed with everything from melt-in-your-mouth caramels to garlic cheddar, this gift basket will make your recipient feel totally spoiled.
“My favorite thing in the entire basket was probably the chocolate shortbread cookies. I loved how cocoa-y they were; not too sweet but very chocolatey and delicious,” says former Senior Shopping Editor Caroline Lubinsky.
For the Campers
Solo Stove Tabletop Fire Pit
Fun fact: You don’t need a huge backyard or secluded spot in the woods to get the camping experience. With the Solo Stove Mesa, you can have a bite-sized campfire almost anywhere. The smokeless tabletop fire pit is just over 6 inches tall and runs on either pellets or wood. Kick back and enjoy the flickering ambiance, roast s’mores or whip up a campfire meal. Bigger yards can also benefit from the Solo Stove Bonfire.
For Snugglers
Big Blanket Co.
There are big blankets, and then there’s the Big Blanket. Measuring 10 feet by 10 feet, it’s the best blanket for a family of four to snuggle up together on the couch. It’s made of a super soft and stretchy material that’s both lightweight and cozy at the same time, so no one will get too hot or too cold. Check out the variety of colors and prints, including plaids and stars.
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For the Ice Cream Lovers
Ninja Creami
The Ninja Creami is the trendy appliance taking the internet by storm, and as such, it has a tendency to sell out. This 7-in-1 ice cream maker churns out milkshakes, smoothie bowls, gelato and more. Everyone in the family will love how easy it is to use. Our editors put this machine to the test in our Ninja Creami review.
For the Dessert-Before-Dinner People
Caroline's Cakes
If you know that they love dessert, you can’t go wrong with Caroline’s Cakes. Senior Shopping Editor Katie Bandurski tried the 7-layer lemon cake and loved the zippy, bright flavors of the lemon curd and buttercream. But if they’re not into lemon, don’t worry—there are dozens of different flavors to choose from.
For the Sweet Ones
Signature Bakery Assortment
For fans of baked goods in general, try the Signature Bakery Assortment from Harry & David. It arrives overflowing with cakes, baklava, galettes, cookies and a cinnamon swirl. Everything looks fresh, and upon opening the box it smelled absolutely lovely, like a local bakery,” our tester says of the delivery experience. “Excellent variety—there’s a little something for everyone whether you’re a fan of fruity cookies and cakes or prefer chocolate.”
For the Fruit Fans
Mrs. Fields Fruit Basket
Fresh fruit delivery is a time-honored gifting tradition. “Whether it’s a birthday gift or bereavement gesture, I love giving people food-related items,” says Senior Shopping Editor Caitlyn Fitzpatrick. After receiving her own fruit bowl, she notes that she would absolutely send the Mrs. Fields pop-up bowl as a gift. “As someone who has bought many flower arrangements and fruit bouquets online, I think the price tag on this pop-up bowl is totally fair. The fruit is high quality and the adorable apple-shaped bowl will last for many refills to come.”
For the Road Trippers
Goldbelly Subscription Box
If you know a family of foodies, give the gift of regional dishes with a Goldbelly subscription. Each box is guaranteed to contain at least four servings and arrives with a QR code that outlines storage and preparation instructions for each food item. Enjoy everything from JFK’s wedding cake to famous cheesesteaks from Philly; the contents change each month. See what we received in our full review!
For the Clean Machines
Personalized Family Coasters
These personalized family coasters keep coffee rings off the table and look good doing it! Choose from sets containing up to six family members, each with their name and an artistic depiction. The coasters snap together like puzzle pieces or pick up a wood stand to keep them tidy. Bonus: these help distinguish whose drink is whose!
For the Organizers
Skylight Family Calendar
Juggling softball games, dance recitals, work meetings and school field trips can get overwhelming fast. The Skylight family calendar helps everyone stay organized (and sane) by syncing various scheduling apps, including Apple and Google calendars, Gmail and Outlook. It allows you to make custom lists, organize meal plans and create chore charts. The best part? Any member of the family can access it anywhere.
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For the Chocolate Lovers
Hot Cocoa Gift Set
Struggling to shop for family Christmas gifts? The holiday season is the best time to send a hot chocolate gift set. We love this holiday tin hot chocolate set for its adorable packaging and festive flavors including Belgian white chocolate, peppermint, milk chocolate and caramel. Family movie night has never felt cozier!
For the Jet Setters
Travel Keepsake Library
For the family who’s constantly embarking on the ultimate vacation, gift them a sentimental keepsake library to help them keep track of everywhere they’ve traveled. The library includes a mix of slots to hold souvenirs, tickets, maps and any other travel trinkets that could easily go missing. Their beloved memories of traveling as a family stay organized in this fun filing system they can open up and reminisce on for years to come.
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For the Fancy Home Cooks
Electric Fondue Pot
Chocolate is good, but melted chocolate is even better. They can use this fondue pot to dip marshmallows, pretzel sticks, fruit and more for a truly delectable dessert. Get started with our best fondue recipes.
For the Cornhole Crowd
Personalized Cornhole Boards
It’s game on at the next cookout. You’ll score big with the whole family thanks to these personalized cornhole boards that come with colorful bean bags. Bonus points: No athleticism required!
For the Breakfast Club
Rainbow Bagel Kit
“Waiting in line for bagels is fun!” said no one ever. You know what is fun? Making rainbow bagels at home, which the crew can now do with this colorful rainbow bagel kit.
For the Adventurers
Adventure Challenge Family Book
This unique book holds dozens of family-friendly adventures that kids need to scratch off to reveal, so it’s a surprise each time. There’s space to journal and add a photo to document each activity they complete.
For Foodies
Holiday Sweet and Savory Duo
When in doubt, Harry & David gift baskets make show-stopping family Christmas gifts. Our pick this holiday season is the sweet and savory duo. Packed with their iconic Moose Munch popcorn, shortbread cookies, charcuterie essentials and chocolate truffles, to name a few, there’s truly something for everyone. Trust us, this gift basket won’t last long after Christmas day.
For the Outdoorsy Fam
National Parks Puzzle
We all know a family with a goal to visit every (or let’s be realistic, most) U.S. National Park. For an affordable yet thoughtful gift, snag this National Parks Puzzle. Packed with 1,000 pieces, it offers plenty of fun for the whole family to enjoy together while they plan their next vacation. Plus, it doubles as artwork when it’s complete.
For the Summer Squad
Snow Cone Machine
Sure, it might be a bit chilly to break out the icy treats, but this snow cone machine certainly gives families something to look forward to this summer—especially if backyard entertaining is their love language. The nostalgic design is guaranteed to be a party pleaser and fun summer tradition everyone can enjoy.
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For the Chatty Cathys
Conversation Starters
Make family dinnertime a little more fun—and a lot livelier—with this box of kid-friendly conversation starters. Inside are 141 “outrageous” questions to get the convo flowing. Topics include what food you’d eat for the rest of your life if you had to pick one or what three existing animals you would combine to create a new one. The package is small enough to take on vacation or long car rides.
For the Film Critics
Popcorn Cart
No movie night is truly complete without a bucket of buttery popcorn. Although you could make it in the microwave or on the stove, it’s a million times more fun to make the treat in this old-fashioned popcorn cart that you’d expect to find at a historic movie theater. It pops up to 32 cups of popcorn in a single go—more than enough for the whole crew to enjoy.
For the Photo-Loving Fam
Digital Picture Frame
Help them showcase their favorite memories—both new and old—without having to take a trip to the photo store. This digital picture frame displays all of their favorite pictures in one place. All they have to do is upload their photos to the Aura app, and the frame creates a slideshow for the whole family to enjoy. Pro tip: a digital picture frame makes a fabulous gift for grandma or grandpa as others can upload photos to display in their home.
For the Cabin Crew
Personalized Hand-Hooked Pillow
If their favorite pastime is vacationing at the family cabin, this hand-hooked pillow ensures they always have a piece of their all-time favorite place at home with them. Personalize it with their last name for an extra special touch. Bonus: this pillow comes in several more designs ready to be personalized, including coastal, ski, holiday, sport and pet-themed options.
For the Extended Family
Family Celebrations Calendar
They’ll never forget another birthday or anniversary with this personalized family calendar. The wood sign comes in four gorgeous colors—chestnut, walnut, black and merlot—and can be engraved with the lettering and message of your choice. Hang custom wooden tags to the bottom of each month as a reminder of every birthday or special date. There are even dog- and cat-shaped tags for your furry friends.
For the Coffee Drinkers
Personalized Family Mugs
With a set of these adorable custom family mugs, everyone will get their own special cup for sipping coffee, hot cocoa or tea. Each mug features your family name, along with a character designed to look like each member. They also include first names so there’s no mistaking whose is whose.
For the Indoor Gamers
Personalized Four-Across Game
Extreme winter weather calls for having some fun indoors, and what better way to inspire their new tradition than with a personalized four-across game? Not only is it customized with the family’s last name, you can choose the shapes and cutouts based on their favorite hobbies.
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For the Foodies
Philips Pasta Maker
Why settle for boxed pasta when you can make your own from scratch? With this pasta maker, all you have to do is add your ingredients, press a button and voila! You’ll have homemade penne, spaghetti or linguine in minutes. There’s no kneading or mixing required on your part. You can even use the machine for cookies or pizza dough.
For the Home Chefs
Custom Cutting Board
Although there are plenty of great cutting boards out there, few compare to this personalized cutting board from Mark and Graham. Available in large and oversized options, it’s made of solid bamboo that’s both stylish and durable. You can choose the lettering as well as the handles, with styles including antlers, baseball bats and Christmas trees.
For the Nostalgic Ones
Custom Family Recipe Book
Every family has those special recipes that are passed down through generations. Maybe it’s grandma’s mashed potatoes you look forward to every Thanksgiving or dad’s famous chocolate chip cookies that no one else can seem to re-create. They can store all their family’s secret recipes in a custom cookbook. There are plenty of designs and styles from which to choose, and they can even add their own photos.
For the Artists
Telestrations
Imagine a game that’s part Pictionary and part Telephone. You’d get Telestrations! One of the most fun party games out there, it provides hours of entertainment for families of all ages. You draw your secret word or phrase, then pass your booklet to the next person, who guesses what you drew. Everyone continues passing their books around until it’s time to reveal the final sketches. The results are hilariously ridiculous.
For the Sleepover Squad
Matching Family Pajamas
Comfy pajamas are even cuter when the whole family is in on the fun. These matching pajamas will make it clear who’s part of their holiday squad. Choose from an array of patterns, sizes and PJ styles.
For the Brunch Bunch
Snowflake and Gingerbread Man Waffle Maker Set
Any homemade waffle recipes are delicious, but they’d taste even better in the shape of a snowflake on a cold winter morning. Enter: this mini waffle maker set. It heats up quickly and has a nonstick surface to ensure your 4-inch treats come out with perfect, golden edges.
For the Far-Flung Family
Personalized Family Signpost
Tight-knit family members might not live under the same roof. This personalized signpost will make those distant relatives feel a bit closer. The hand-painted arrows signify each loved one’s distance and direction from home base.
For the Hosts
Monogrammed Doormat
If you’re looking for a gift that’s as thoughtful as it is functional, a monogrammed doormat fits the bill. This version is perfect for a crew with a modern design sense. The bold color and geometric pattern make a statement. What’s even more impressive is that it’s machine-washable! Read more in our outdoor Ruggable review.
For the Athletes
Family Pickleball Set
You won’t be in a gift-giving pickle any longer with this colorful pickleball set. It’s perfect for the brother who loves to partake in a bit of friendly—or fierce—sibling rivalry around the holidays.
For the Pool Boys and Girls
Cabana Pool Float
The family that swims together floats together. This luxurious pool float, complete with cover from the sun, will have them ready to make a splash when pool and lake season comes around. They’ll be the coolest bunch at the lake!
For the DIYers
Subscription Craft Box
Crafts are a great way for families to come together to create something silly, fun, beautiful or all three. This craft subscription box puts all the supplies in their hands and their imaginations. Parents of little ones will especially like having activities at the ready while school is on pause for the holidays.
For the Doughnut Devotees
Doughnut Mix and Pan Set
What’s better than a doughnut run? Doughnuts, sans running of any kind. This doughnut kit contains multiple mixes and a specialty doughnut pan so you can enjoy the beloved breakfast sweet right in your kitchen.
For the Picnickers
Picnic Backpack
Picnics are meant to be casual, but there’s a lot of packing and prep work to pull off one. This picnic backpack, with cutlery and plates, takes some of the work out of the equation so they can focus on food and fun.
For the Green Thumbs
Personalized Garden Sign
Know a crew whose yard work is a family affair? This personalized garden sign provides a sophisticated accent for their lawn or garden.
For the Fashion-Forward Fam
Tie-Dye Kit
With enough supplies for five people and up to 30 projects (which might include shirts, pants, socks, etc.), this tie-dye kit makes for great, albeit a bit messy, family bonding time. The best part is that you’ll all get unique garments out of the project after the fact, which you can wear to your next family gathering.
FAQ
What’s a good gift for an entire family?
Finding the perfect gift for an entire family can be challenging because each family is unique. A good family gift should be something everyone can enjoy together, regardless of age. For example, board games, outdoor equipment or a family-friendly experience (like tickets to an event or a movie night kit) could work. The key is thinking about activities or items that unite the family.
How much should I spend on a family Christmas gift?
This depends on whether the family gift replaces individual presents. If it’s the main gift for everyone, you may want to allocate a larger portion of your budget to it. You can spend less on the family gift if you’re also buying individual gifts. The most important factor is staying within your holiday budget to avoid financial strain.
