Best Places to Celebrate Christmas in Your City, but Not Inside Your House
It has become a family tradition for several families to remain on Christmas Eve to celebrate Christmas. Some families share a dinner together while others have special games to enjoy Christmas even more.
Just because it has already become a tradition among several families does not mean you have to do the same. You can start your own Christmas traditions, and celebrate Christmas outside your house. You dont need to travel far though. There are places in the area where you live that are perfect for a family Christmas celebration.
Local parks
Some families might decide to head to local parks and enjoy the place with their kids. It might be freezing in some cities at this time of the year, but it does not hurt to try celebrating Christmas at the parks. Your kids would love playing outdoor games. You can also bring something to eat while you are out there.
Restaurants
If you are tired of cooking for Christmas, you dont need to do it. There are restaurants that are open even during Christmas Eve. The key is to reserve way ahead so you will know if they are serving customers during the holidays. Bring your entire family in the restaurant and celebrate Christmas without getting stressed out with the preparations.
Churches
Whether you are a believer of a certain faith group or not, the people who do are still a part of your community. You can show up and pay respects to their traditions. You can greet everyone a Merry Christmas before heading home. It is also a good idea for you to see how they celebrate Christmas in their churches, and the wonderful community they build for every member.
Orphanage and elderly homes
You are lucky to have your family with you during the holidays. Not everyone is as lucky as you. There are kids who are in an orphanage without their parents to celebrate Christmas with. There are old people in elderly facilities with children who barely remembered them. You can take some time to celebrate with them. You can also bring food and presents to make them smile. Christmas is about giving and sharing. You can extend your generosity not only to the people in your family, but also to those whom you barely know.
Take a moment to be grateful
Wherever you decide to celebrate Christmas, the important thing is for you to be grateful about the wonderful year. Celebrate it with the people you love and dont forget those who dont have anyone to celebrate with. Make the most of the holidays with your family since you might not have this opportunity once the holidays are over. You will start going back to work and the kids will be off to school.
You only have a few days each year to bond and celebrate. Travel to different places if you can, but you dont need to blow your budget on a grand vacation.
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