Christmas word bingo
A ready-made word game for a Christmas gathering, with calling slips included.
What’s in this game
32 editable prompts. Create 1–100 different cards in a 3 × 3, 4 × 4, or 5 × 5 grid, then download a free PDF in A4 or US Letter. No account is needed. A printable caller list is included by default.
See all 32 starting prompts
- Christmas tree
- Bauble
- Tinsel
- Star
- Wreath
- Stocking
- Gift wrap
- Ribbon
- Gift tag
- Candy cane
- Gingerbread
- Cookie
- Carol
- Bell
- Reindeer
- Sleigh
- Santa hat
- Elf
- Snowflake
- Snowman
- Mittens
- Scarf
- Hot chocolate
- Candle
- Fairy lights
- Advent calendar
- Nutcracker
- Holly
- Mistletoe
- Toy train
- Christmas card
- Paper chain
How to play
Readers at a festive gathering
10–20 minutes
Personalize the season
Use the word list as a starting point and replace items to match your gathering. You can rename the card and use your own holiday or winter vocabulary. Choose the card count and paper size.
Prepare a complete set
Print different cards for the players and keep the item list switched on. Cut the list into slips and mix them in a container. Give everyone a way to mark their card.
Play a round
Read one randomly drawn word at a time. Players mark matching squares. Agree on a line or another pattern before starting, and keep the called words so the winning card can be checked.
- For repeated rounds, use counters so the same cards can be cleared and reused.
- The full 32-word pool offers more variation than a list containing exactly enough words for one card.
Before you print
Can I use these for a winter party?
Yes. Replace Christmas-specific items with your own winter words and change the title. Review the list for the setting and the people playing.
Can I make a short game?
Choose 3 × 3 and play for one line. Actual playing time depends on the word pool, number of players, and pace of calling.
How do I save my cards as a PDF?
Choose A4 or US Letter, then use Download PDF to save your set. Print opens your browser’s print dialog instead. Your latest draft is saved in this browser when storage is available; download a PDF to keep a separate copy or send the cards to someone else.