1. Christmas in the United States

2. Christmas Eve  Some families get together on Christmas Eve. A common tradition is for parents to let their children open one present.  Many families still observe the religious origins of Christmas and attend church on Christmas Eve.

3. Santa Claus It is American tradition for children to be told that many of their presents are brought to them by Santa Claus. Santa flies around the world on Christmas Eve on his magic sleigh pulled by reindeer and delivers presents while the children are sleeping. Parents teach their kids to behave because Santa only gives gifts to the “nice” children, not the “naughty” ones.

4. Christmas Day Open Presents Emptying stockings Christmas Dinner Christmas Brunch

5. Decorations Christmas Lights Mistletoe Gingerbread House Poinsettia Wreath

6. Decorating The Christmas Tree The Christmas Tree is the centerpiece of many American homes around Christmas. Finding a Christmas tree and later decorating it is often a family event.

7. Christmas Cards Many families use Christmas as a time to send well wishes to relatives and friends who they don’t see throughout the year. They do this in the form of Christmas cards.

8. Christmas Music After Thanksgiving, many American radio stations begin to play Christmas music. Another common tradition is Christmas caroling.

9. Christmas TV Shows/Movies

11. Christmas With Friends Many people also celebrate Christmas in some way with their friends. Secret Santa and Ugly Christmas Sweater parties are two popular ways to enjoy Christmas with friends.

12. How do you celebrate Christmas in Spain?