Enjoy quality time with family and friends this holiday with Kohl’s tips.
Some of the best holiday memories can’t be captured in photos. Often the ones that stick with you are laughing at the burnt cookies, battling it out in board games and, most importantly, finding ways to enjoy time with family and friends—even when your cousin is hogging the mashed potatoes. This year, skip the stress and lean into the fun. Here’s how to make the most of the season with your loved ones.
Simple ways to make the most of family time.
Forget planning for a picture-perfect moment. You don’t need a 12-step itinerary. Or to stress your budget. Try a few simple moves with a little help from Kohl’s:
Queue up a holiday movie night and insist on themed snacks. Candy cane popcorn? Mandatory.
Plan a baking free-for-all with cookie sheets, sprinkles everywhere and cookie cutters pulling overtime. While the prep cost is minimal, the memories are priceless.
Take a holiday lights stroll—bonus points if you all pretend to be judges on a neighborhood decorating show.
Pro tip: Forget perfect cookies or flawless tree lights. Focus on the laughs, the stories and the connection—because that’s what sticks long after the decorations come down.
Children’s toy gift guide: educational and popular picks.
Parents want toys that aren’t junk. Kids want toys that aren’t boring. Enter the middle ground: Kohl’s. If you’re wondering what toys are popular for kids are this year, start here:
Educational wins: LEGO® Botanicals, LEGO® Minecraft™ Infinite Worlds 3-in-1 gift set and STEM kits that double as screen-free babysitters.
Creative chaos: Play-Doh Super Storage Canister, Story Dream Machine gift bundle and a Just My Style all-in-one jewelry carrying case.
For the big kids (around age 10): Think gifts that spark independence—puzzles, art kits and strategy board games.
BONUS These toys aren’t just presents. They’re stealthy ways to spend time together, while kids think they’re just having fun. The added bonus? These budget-friendly finds last much longer than Christmas break.
Family Christmas night: board games everyone loves.
Few traditions compare to gathering around the table for game night. Games for family Christmas night (especially board games) bring everyone together in a way that screens can’t.
This year, consider adding popular board games from Kohl’s for gifts that lean into strategy. They’ll challenge the kids, keep adults sharp and deliver plenty of “remember when Dad tried to bluff?” stories for next year.
Bonus: Strategy board games are the unsung hero of family holidays. They spark laughter, a little healthy competition and the kind of stories everyone retells long after the tree comes down. You’ll love the price, they’ll love the memories.
Holiday pajamas for family: matching sets that spark joy.
Nothing says quality time like snowflake prints on everyone.
Holiday pajamas for family: matching sets that spark joy.
Yes, it’s a thing. Yes, it’s adorable. And yes, Kohl’s Jammies For Your Families® pajamas are basically the MVP of holiday traditions. These cozy sets are more than just sleepwear. They’re the backdrop for holiday mornings, movie marathons and those perfectly imperfect family photos you’ll laugh at for years.
Picture this: The whole crew—toddlers, grandparents, even the dog—in coordinated reindeer prints. Suddenly, opening presents, baking cookies or flopping on the couch for a movie feels like an event.
Holiday pajamas for family matching sets are more than clothes. They’re the glue that turns “just another night” into “remember that year we all wore penguins?”
Gifts for new homeowners: kitchen essentials.
The holidays are also about thoughtful giving, and new homeowners are often overlooked in gift guides. Instead of the go-to candles or random decor, focus on useful items like these Kohl’s favorites that will set them up to bring everyone together for magic moments in their new space:
Cookie sheet sets for the annual sugar cookie showdown.
The Ninja Swirl, because smoothies, soups and festive cocktails don’t make themselves.
Sleek gadgets and cookware that make daily life less “where’s the spatula?” and more “chef’s kiss.”
Bonus: These kitchen must-haves are both practical and budget friendly, but they also become part of the holiday experience when everyone gathers in the kitchen to whip something up together.
Merry moments with parents: Walks down memory lane.
When was the last time you sat down with your parents and just … talked? Holidays are the perfect excuse to slow down and spend time with parents in ways that feel intentional. Cook their famous dish together, even if yours never tastes the same—and let Kohl’s supply the cookware that makes the process a little easier (and a lot more fun).
Take a long walk, phones tucked away, and swap stories.
Dig into old photo albums for a mix of nostalgia and fashion regret.
Takeaway: It’s not about spending money … it's about connecting in a way that leaves everyone feeling like a million bucks.
Holiday traditions that create lasting bonds.
Remember, it’s not about perfection—it’s about the messy, funny, real-life moments you’ll be laughing about for years.
Kohl’s Cares® books and plush sets for bedtime story rituals. (Bonus: They’re only $9.99 each and 100% of the net profit from every sale supports children's initiatives in communities nationwide.)
Baking chaos day where the cookies look terrible but taste amazing.
The Kohl’s Jammies For Your Families® matching pajama photo tradition that gets funnier as the family grows.
FAQs on spending quality time with family.
What are simple ways to spend quality time with family?
Movie nights, baking or board games. Easy, low-pressure, low-cost and high on fun. Find memory-making must-haves (and maybe a few treats for yourself).
What are popular holiday toys this year for kids?
Educational LEGO® sets, Play-Doh kits and strategy board games are on the trending list.
What are good gifts for boys and girls around 10 years old?
Look for puzzles, STEM kits and art sets—stuff that balances fun with independence.
How can I make holiday time with loved ones more meaningful?
Blend old traditions with new ones—matching Jammies For Your Families®, storytelling or baking marathons.
What are thoughtful gift ideas for new homeowners?
Kitchen essentials, like cookie sheets or a Ninja Swirl—practical and memory-making.
Final thoughts…
When the wrapping paper mountain has been recycled and the cookies are gone, what you’ll remember isn’t how straight the tree lights were. It’s the laughter over board games, the late-night cocoa in matching jammies and the LEGO® tower that toppled three times before it stood tall. Enjoying time with family, parents and friends is the real gift—and Kohl’s has the little extras to help make those moments happen. The rest? Just bonus sparkle.