Christmas bingo keeps a room full of relatives, classmates or coworkers busy while the cookies bake, and nobody needs to know the rules of a complicated party game. This page gives you a ready-to-use Christmas word list, a sample card, and a free generator that prints as many unique cards as you need.
Christmas bingo word list
These 24 words fill a standard 5x5 card with a free center space. Use them as they are, or load them into the generator and add your own.
- Candy cane
- Stocking
- Reindeer
- Snowman
- Mistletoe
- Gingerbread
- Wreath
- Sleigh
- Ornament
- Elf
- Tinsel
- Hot cocoa
- Chimney
- Carolers
- Snowflake
- North Pole
- Presents
- Star
- Bells
- Holly
- Nutcracker
- Christmas tree
- Cookies for Santa
- Ugly sweater
Make Christmas bingo cards now. The list above opens in the generator, where you can edit it, choose a grid size and print.
Open in the generatorHow to make Christmas bingo cards
- Open the generator with the Christmas word list already loaded using the button above.
- Change, add or remove words. Adding extra words gives each card more variety.
- Pick a grid size: 3x3 for young kids, 4x4 for quick games, or 5x5 for the classic card.
- Choose how many cards you need and how many to print per page.
- Select 'Print cards + calling list' so you also get a checklist for the caller.
Tips for playing Christmas bingo
- Use gingerbread pieces or wrapped mints as markers, and let players eat them when the game ends.
- Set a small gift pile as prizes so every winner unwraps something on the spot.
- Run a blackout round last so the game ends when everyone is ready for dessert.
Ways to play
Letter X
Mark both diagonals for a win, a good medium-length round.
Two lines
Players need two complete lines instead of one, which stretches a round without making it a full blackout.
Speed round
Use 3x3 cards and call quickly. Rounds last about a minute and keep energy high.
Team play
Pair players or tables and let them share one card. It helps younger or shy players join in.
For more pattern ideas, see our guide to bingo patterns.
Printing and setup
Print two cards per page on white or colored cardstock. Holiday games often have mixed ages, so print a few 3x3 cards for little ones and 5x5 cards for everyone else. Put the calling list in a festive bowl as slips of paper, or use our free bingo caller on a phone.
Need more help? Read how to print bingo cards at home and how many cards you need.
Frequently asked questions
How many words do I need for Christmas bingo cards?
A 5x5 card with a free space needs 24 words, a 4x4 card needs 16, and a 3x3 card with a free space needs 8. The Christmas list on this page has 24 words, so it fills a 5x5 card. Add more words if you want the cards to look more different from each other.
Are these Christmas bingo cards free?
Yes. The generator and the word list are free to use for home, classroom, church, club and office games. You don't need to sign up or download anything.
What age is Christmas bingo good for?
Holiday bingo works for all ages. Use a 3x3 or 4x4 card for preschoolers and a 5x5 card for older kids and adults.