11 festive Christmas coloring pages for kids

Holiday activities for kids—like these Christmas coloring pages—are a great idea to keep the little ones busy and having fun during the busy end-of-year season. If you’re playing the part of hostess and getting dinner menus organized, shopping for gifts and holiday home decor (psst…check out all of our gift guides here for easy shopping) then keep the kiddos occupied with fun Christmas coloring pages.

Not only will children delight in coloring Santa Claus and snowmen but there’s also Christmas tree coloring pages. Plus, these coloring pages can also be a great way to spend some family time together. So, when your child needs a break from watching holiday movies download these free Christmas coloring pages printables.

Break out the crayons for these 11 charming Christmas coloring sheets

1. Candy cane coloring page

This simple illustration featuring a candy cane is perfect for little ones who might already be hankering for some classic peppermint flavor.

2. Reindeer coloring page

Download this free coloring page featuring cute reindeer pulling Santa in his sleigh. Then, display your child’s art skills around the house for quality homemade decor.

3. Stocking stuffer coloring page

Not only can kids color the stocking on this coloring page but there’s also a space for children to write down their stocking stuffer wish list. Older kids will love the chance to let you know exactly what they’re hoping for this holiday season.

4. Christmas tree coloring page

A Christmas tree coloring page is the ultimate coloring sheet for the holidays. Kiddos will have a great time imagining what’s under their own tree!

5. Merry Christmas coloring page

If you’re looking for an adorable homemade Christmas dinner invite then look no further than this Christmas coloring sheet.

6. Ice skating coloring page

We couldn’t have a list of Christmas coloring pages without including an ice skating scene. Not only are there bears ice skating but this illustration also features a few Christmas trees for kiddos to color and decorate however they’d like.

7. Gingerbread house coloring page

One of the sweetest parts of the holiday season is making gingerbread houses. This free, printable coloring page depicts a gingerbread house. What variety of candy will your child put on their house?

8. Hanging a wreathe coloring page

What better way to get excited about the holidays than hanging a special wreathe? In this sweet Christmas drawing, two kids hang their own wreathe while surrounded by magical snowflakes. Download this free coloring page and see how your child colors in their wreathe.

9. Penguin coloring page

This printable coloring page shows a happy penguin floating on ice with their presents, of course! As your child colors the image, ask them what they imagine a penguin would want for Christmas.

10. Entangled Christmas tree coloring page

There’s always one tree on the block that looks a little busy with ornaments and lights galore. There’s stockings, presents, tree ornaments and stars floating around in this coloring sheet. Kids will have plenty to color, keeping them busy and entertained.

11. Santa Claus coloring page

Ho ho ho! Download and print this free Santa Claus coloring page to really get in the spirit.

A version of this post was published October 25, 2022. It has been updated.