10 Christmas Planning Checklists
There’s always so much to do this time of year. Food, presents, tree, cards, oh, and a fun movie squeezed in somewhere. Help yourself stay ahead with these free Christmas planning checklists. They’re simple, helpful, and will keep you organized and stress-free during the busiest time of year.
Christmas Card Mailing Checklist
This will help you stay on top of your Christmas cards, from picking them to choosing who to send them to and mailing them out. It even includes helpful tips to get ahead next year.
Christmas Eve and Day Menu Planning Checklist
Planning Christmas Eve and Day dinner (and food for the rest of the day) doesn’t have to be stressful. This checklist will help you plan ahead, meal prep, shop, and make sure you don’t miss anything.
Christmas Morning Preparation Checklist
Get things ready beforehand to make Christmas morning smooth and enjoyable. This includes organizing gifts, what to do before and after gifts, breakfast plans, and what to prepare the night before.
Christmas Tree Selection & Decoration Checklist
Whether you have a real or artificial tree, this will help you select your tree, prepare, set up, decorate, maintain, and clean up afterward.
Guest Room Preparation Checklist
Help your guests feel welcomed and comfortable by getting your guest room ready with this list. It covers deep cleaning, bedding, bathroom amenities, and extra special touches.
Holiday Baking and Treats Checklist
Organize your holiday baking with this list, which covers planning, ingredient shopping, baking day tasks, and packaging.
Holiday Movie and Activity Schedule Checklist
Make sure to include some fun with movies, activities, and snacks. There’s nothing better than a cozy night in.
Holiday Party Checklist
Host your holiday party without the stress. This thorough list will help you stay on top of planning, decor, menu, and guests.
Home Holiday Decoration Checklist
Decorate your home inside and out with this list that includes planning, setting up the yard, setting up the tree, and special touches throughout the house.
Post-Holiday Clean-Up and Organization Checklist
After everything is over, don’t let clean-up overwhelm you. This checklist will help you keep things simple, organized, and ready for next year.
Why You Should Use These
- Stay Organized: Use these lists to keep track of tasks and avoid last-minute stress.
- Plan Ahead: Break down holiday planning into simple steps with clear timelines.
- Save Time: Follow the timelines to get everything done more quickly and efficiently.
- Host Better Parties: Use the party and menu planning checklists to impress guests and stay on top of details.
- Bake with Ease: Use the baking list to prepare delicious holiday treats without forgetting anything.
- Decorate Like a Pro: Plan your holiday decorations step-by-step to make your home festive and beautiful.
- Create Fun Memories: Plan holiday movie nights and activities that everyone will enjoy.
- Welcome Guests: Use the guest room checklist to create a cozy and welcoming space for visitors.
- Clean Up Easily: Stay organized after the holidays with the post-cleanup checklist for packing and storing items.
Whether you use just one or all of them, these free printables will help you stay organized this Christmas.
By Katie Shaw
Katie shares simple, reliable recipes from her home in Virginia, where she lives with her husband, three daughters, a chocolate lab, and over thirty chickens.