365+ ‘Holiday’ Writing Prompts
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Dia dos Namorados in Brazil
Write about Brazil’s June 12th romance holiday, Dia dos Namorados, or ‘Lovers’ Day.’
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Romantic Bollywood
Explore the impact of Valentine’s Day in India, with a special focus on its reflection through Bollywood films.
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History Of Holidays
Select a holiday you love and write about its origins and how the celebrations have changed over time.
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Festive Foods
Write about a festive food that is unique to your culture and describe how it’s prepared.
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Celebrating National Holidays
Describe how you and your family celebrate a national holiday and what it means to you.
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Land of Mistle-Twist
Imagine a world where holiday rules and customs are completely opposite to the ones in our world. Write a story…
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Holiday Traditions Upended
Compose a story about a family’s holiday tradition that gets disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances, but unexpectedly lead to a…
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Miracle on a Silent Night
Write a short story about a small town that hasn’t had a good holiday in years, but is suddenly visited…
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Holiday Magic
Write a short story where the protagonist, a skeptic, begins to see genuine magic happening around him during the holiday…
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The Memory-Laden Bauble
Write about a specific Christmas decoration that holds importance to you in a personal way.
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Christmas Morning Traditions
Describe a unique Christmas morning tradition in your home and its significance.
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Global Hanukkah Celebrations
Write about Hanukkah as if you were a child living in Israel, detailing your experiences and feelings.
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Traveling to North Pole
Imagine you are Santa preparing for Christmas. Describe your experiences and preparations for the special day.
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Holiday Superpower
Imagine a magical power that you gain only during a holiday, and describe a day using this power.
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A Memorable Holiday Celebration
Recount a specific holiday that you remember vividly for a good or bad reason.
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Santa Claus’ Day Off
Imagine a day when Santa Claus decides to take a day off during the busy holiday season. Write about his…
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Nightingale Carolers
Imagine a group of magical Christmas carolers who can make Christmas wishes come true with their singing.
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Carolers on Elm Street
Write a short story featuring a group of capable carolers bringing joy to the residents of Elm Street.
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Connecting December to January
Explore how different or same the two months – December and January, are for you.
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Holiday Wish Lists
Write about what you want for Christmas this year, and the reasons behind your choices.
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Global Love Celebrations
Write about different traditions associated with Valentine’s Day in various cultures around the world.
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St Patrick’s Day Green Treats
Write about crafting unique green desserts or delicacies for St Patrick’s Day.
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Lights Out Disaster
Write about a Christmas shopping spree which abruptly ends due to a massive power cut.
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Caught in Decor Disaster
Narrate an incident when you’ve clumsily encountered a delicate display of holiday decor.
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Sales Race Hurdle
Write about a humorous ordeal faced while racing to grab the best Christmas deals.
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Unexpected Cart Challenge
Illustrate an experience where you’re confronted with someone else’s deserted shopping cart.
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Christmas Surprise
Narrate a story about an unexpected, miraculous event or surprise that changed your Christmas in an extraordinary way.
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Holiday Healing
Describe a Christmas where conflict or any past bitterness was resolved, bringing peace to yourself or your family.
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The Gift of Giving
Write about a time when you were able to provide an unexpected gift or gesture that brought joy to someone’s…
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The Spirit of Giving
Narrate a story about a selfless act of giving or kindness during winter holidays. Unfold the story from either a…
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Profound Traditions
Explore a winter holiday tradition in your family that has deeper significance. Write about the roots of the tradition, how…
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Christmas Memories from Childhood
Write a detailed story about a specific Christmas from your past, allowing yourself to become immersed in the fond memories.
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Silent Night’s Solitude
Reflect on the peaceful solitude of a quiet, cold Christmas night as viewed from your window.
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Holiday Travellers
Describe a scenario of late-night travelers as viewed from your window on a cold Christmas night.
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Redefining Valentine’s Day
Imagine if Valentine’s Day was celebrated in a strikingly different way. Redefine it according to your imagination.
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Holiday Hero
Craft a heroic tale around a character who saves a December holiday event from disaster due to unexpected weather.
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A Christmas Awakening
Narrate an account of Christmas morning from your Christmas tree’s perspective.
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Solitary Valentine’s Day
Describe your ideal Valentine’s Day if it were just you acknowledging your unrequited love.
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Unexpected Christmas Carol
Draft a story about a Christmas caroler who suddenly shows up at your door, breaking the silence of a typically…
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The Role of St. Valentine
Write about the role St. Valentine played in the creation of this holiday.
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A White Christmas
Share a story about spending Christmas in a city known for its snow-covered landscape.
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Escape to the Sun
Describe a getaway to a tropical destination during December when the North is usually cold.
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Reflecting November’s End
Write about your thoughts and feelings as November ends, reflecting on what has happened throughout the month.
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Embellishing The Hearth
Describe a specific holiday decoration in your home in December and explore how it adds to the warmth of your…
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Framing December
Create a descriptive scene capturing a moment of warmth in your home during December.
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Bunny’s Wrong Turn
The Easter Bunny takes a wrong turn and ends up at a different holiday celebration. What are the ensuing experiences?
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The Bunny’s Fashion
Imagine you are the Easter Bunny. Discuss your choice of pastel accessories and what they represent about your personality.
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On Foreign Shores
Describe a scenario of an Irish immigrant, who recently arrived in the United States, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day for the…
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The Easter Market Frenzy
Create an opinion-based article on the commercial hype surrounding Easter, contrasted with its religious importance.
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The Chocolate Egg Haven
Express your views on the commercialization of the chocolate egg and its relationship with Easter.
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Christmas Miracle
Write about a time when something unexpected happened during Christmas that felt miraculous.
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Thankful Reflections
Create a diary entry for a child explaining what they’re most thankful for during the holiday season.
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Family Gathering Dynamics
Describe a Thanksgiving dinner where each family member represents a different aspect of the holiday.
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Many Traditions, One Table
Write about the unique traditions your family has around the Thanksgiving table.
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Harvest Table Tensions
Describe a Thanksgiving dinner where a heated discussion or argument broke out.
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The Hanukkah Miracle
Write a story about a small miracle that happens during the eight days of Hanukkah.
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The Forgotten Gift
Write about a gift you received but initially overlooked or undervalued, which then becomes important.
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Lost in a Snow Globe
Imagine what it would be like to live inside of a snow globe during the winter holidays.
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Chasing Leprechauns
Detail the legend of leprechauns related to St. Patrick’s Day and discuss its factual accuracy.
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Cultural Transformation
Write about how a country with no cultural ties to Ireland would adopt and localize St. Patrick’s Day.
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Global Migration
Discuss how the Irish diaspora has shaped the global celebration of St. Patrick’s Day.
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Comparative Cultures
Create a narrative that summates St. Patrick’s Day’s transformation from being a typically ‘Irish’ holiday to a global phenomenon.
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Global Green Wave
Write about how St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated in different corners of the globe.
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Season of Generosity
Imagine a world where every person chose to give something of themselves to a stranger during the holiday season.
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Charitable Christmas
Write a story about a character who decides to spend their Christmas holiday volunteering at a local shelter.
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Light Up The Season
Write about a time when holiday decorations helped uplift spirits during tough times.
