Ho ho ho! The holiday season is finally here. The stockings are hung, the cocoa is hot, and the kids are likely buzzing with excitement. If you need a moment of peace (or just some festive family fun), you have come to the right place. We gathered a jolly collection of Santa coloring pages to keep the magic alive. From Saint Nick checking his list to climbing down the chimney, these free printables are perfect for getting everyone in the Christmas spirit. Grab your crayons and let the creativity begin!
Santa Reading Letters
Santa's Face Close-Up
Santa and a Playful Dog
Santa Riding a Horse
Santa and a Cat
Santa Claus in a Snowstorm
Santa in the City
Reindeer in the Snow
Mr. Claus Baking Cookies
Christmas Tree Decorating
Santa and a Snowman
Santa Delivering Presents
Old Fashioned Santa Portrait
Santa's Workshop with Elves
Santa Relaxing on a Beach
Santa Going Down the Chimney
Santa with Gifts
Kawaii Reindeer
Holiday Feast with Santa
Santa in a Winter Wonderland
Santa and a Christmas Elf
Jolly Penguin
Santa Reading a Christmas Story
Guitarist Santa
Santa at a Christmas Market
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Activities to Do With Santa Coloring Pages
Coloring is great, but why stop there? You can turn these printables into fun holiday crafts and activities. Here are a few ideas to keep the kids entertained throughout December.
Create a Wish List Letter
Have your child color a page featuring Santa reading letters. On the back of the sheet, help them write out their own Christmas wish list. It is a fun twist on the traditional letter to the North Pole, and it adds a personal artistic touch that Santa is sure to love.
DIY Christmas Tree Ornaments
Turn your artwork into decoration. Once your child finishes coloring, cut out the Santa or reindeer figures carefully. Glue them onto a piece of cardboard to make them sturdy, punch a hole at the top, and thread a ribbon through it. Now you have a custom ornament for the tree!
Homemade Gift Wrap
These coloring pages make adorable wrapping paper for small gifts. If you have a small box (like a jewelry box or a toy car), use the finished coloring page to wrap it up. It adds a lovely handmade feel to your stocking stuffers.
Festive Placemats
If you are hosting a holiday dinner, let the kids make the table settings. Have them color their favorite scenes, then laminate the pages (or use clear contact paper). These make durable, wipeable placemats that add a splash of color to the kids’ table.
Advent Calendar Countdown
Print out 25 different pages. Each day of December, have your child color one sheet as a countdown to Christmas. You can hang them up on a clothesline across the living room to watch the collection grow as the big day gets closer.
Holiday Greeting Cards
Why buy store-bought cards when you can make your own? Print the coloring pages at 50% scale (or choose the “2 pages per sheet” printer setting). Fold a piece of construction paper in half and glue the colored image to the front. Write a sweet message inside and send it to Grandma and Grandpa.
FAQs
How Many Reindeer Does Santa Have?
Traditionally, Santa has eight reindeer: Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, and Blitzen. However, most people count Rudolph as the ninth reindeer because he leads the sleigh with his glowing red nose.
What Should We Leave for Santa on Christmas Eve?
The classic treat for Santa is a plate of cookies and a glass of cold milk. Some families also leave carrots or celery sticks for the reindeer, as flying around the world is hard work!
Where Does Santa Claus Live?
Santa lives at the North Pole. He lives there with Mrs. Claus and his team of elves who help build toys in his workshop throughout the year.
Why Does Santa Wear Red?
Santa wears red because it is a warm, bright, and cheerful color that stands out in the snow. While early depictions showed him in green or tan, the modern red suit became iconic in the 20th century.
How Does Santa Get Down the Chimney?
Santa uses a little bit of Christmas magic! In the famous poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” he lays his finger aside of his nose and gives a nod to rise up the chimney. If a house doesn’t have a chimney, he finds another magical way inside.
When Should I Mail My Letter to Santa?
To make sure Santa has enough time to read your letter before Christmas Eve, it is best to mail it by early December. This gives the postal elves plenty of time to get it to the North Pole.
