The right words make a Christmas card, gift tag or holiday post feel special. These 120 Christmas quotes include short lines for cards, famous sayings, funny quotes, inspirational messages and faith-filled words for December 25, 2026.
Short Christmas quotes
- Peace, love and joy.
- Merry and bright.
- Tis the season to sparkle.
- Believe in the magic of Christmas.
- Home for the holidays.
- All is calm, all is bright.
- Joy to the world.
- Let it snow.
- Faith, hope and Christmas cheer.
- Making spirits bright.
- Jingle all the way.
- Oh what fun!
- Christmas is better together.
- Warmest wishes this season.
- Love is the best gift.
- Wrapped in Christmas joy.
- Calm, cozy and Christmas-y.
- Season’s greetings and sweet dreams.
- Peace on earth.
- Sleigh all day.
Famous Christmas quotes
- “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” — Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol
- “God bless us, every one!” — Tiny Tim, A Christmas Carol
- “Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store.” — Dr. Seuss, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
- “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” — Norman Vincent Peale
- “Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind.” — Calvin Coolidge
- “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” — Buddy, Elf
- “Christmas isn’t a season. It’s a feeling.” — Edna Ferber
- “Peace on earth will come to stay, when we live Christmas every day.” — Helen Steiner Rice
- “Christmas, children, is not a date. It is a state of mind.” — Mary Ellen Chase
- “Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can’t see.” — The Polar Express
Inspirational Christmas quotes
- The best gifts come from the heart, not the store.
- Christmas is the season to remember what truly matters.
- Kindness is the light that makes Christmas shine.
- Give a little love and it will come back to you.
- Christmas reminds us that hope can arrive on the darkest night.
- Be the reason someone smiles this Christmas.
- Generosity is the heartbeat of Christmas.
- Let your heart be light this season.
- The spirit of Christmas is the spirit of giving.
- Christmas is a gift we share, not one we keep.
- Small acts of kindness make the biggest Christmas memories.
- Every candle lit is a small promise of hope.
- Christmas magic is love in action.
- This season, give your time — it’s the gift people remember.
- May the peace of Christmas follow you all year.
Religious Christmas quotes
- “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.” — Luke 2:11
- “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.” — Luke 2:14
- “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given.” — Isaiah 9:6
- Jesus is the reason for the season.
- Wise men still seek Him.
- O come, let us adore Him.
- The greatest gift came wrapped in a manger.
- Christmas: love came down.
- Let earth receive her King.
- Emmanuel — God with us.
Funny Christmas quotes
- Dear Santa, define “good.”
- I’m only a morning person on December 25.
- Calories don’t count in December.
- Elf-ie time!
- Most likely to eat Santa’s cookies.
- All I want for Christmas is a nap.
- Resting grinch face.
- I put the “ho” in “hot cocoa.”
- Sleigh my name, sleigh my name.
- Christmas calories are just extra love.
- Oh, deer, it’s Christmas again.
- Wrapping presents: 10% gifts, 90% tape.
- My Christmas spirit is 50% cookies.
- Santa, I can explain.
- Be naughty — save Santa the trip.
Christmas quotes for family
- Christmas is family, food and fun.
- The best part of Christmas is being together.
- Home is where Christmas lives.
- Family and Christmas — the perfect combination.
- Grateful for every chair filled at our table.
- Christmas memories are made around the tree.
- Our family’s favorite tradition is each other.
- The love of family is the greatest gift.
- Christmas is better with our people.
- Thankful for traditions old and new.
Christmas quotes for friends
- Friends make Christmas merrier.
- Cheers to friends who feel like family.
- You’re on my nice list, friend.
- Sharing cookies and Christmas joy with my favorite people.
- Friendship is the warmest Christmas gift.
- Merry Christmas to the friend who makes every season brighter.
- Elf-ie with my bestie.
- Friends, food and fairy lights.
Christmas quotes for Instagram captions
- Fa la la la lovely.
- Twinkle, twinkle, Christmas lights.
- Cozy days and Christmas lights.
- Christmas mode: on.
- Under the mistletoe.
- Snow days and sweater weather.
- Merry everything.
- Tree-mendously happy.
- Holly jolly vibes.
- Making memories in December.
Christmas quotes for kids
- Santa is watching — be extra kind!
- Reindeer games and Christmas dreams.
- Believe in the magic.
- Cookies for Santa, carrots for reindeer.
- It’s the most wonderful time of the year.
- Sleep tight — Santa’s on his way.
Christmas quotes for work and clients
- Thank you for a wonderful year. Merry Christmas from our team.
- Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a successful new year.
- Grateful for your partnership this year. Happy holidays!
- Season’s greetings and best wishes for the year ahead.
- From our team to yours — merry and bright!
Christmas and New Year quotes
- Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year full of blessings.
- End the year with gratitude, begin the next with hope.
- May the joy of Christmas carry you into the new year.
- New year, same love — Merry Christmas!
- Wishing you peace this Christmas and success in the year ahead.
- Cheers to memories made and memories to come.
- May your Christmas sparkle and your New Year shine.
- Christmas joy today, New Year hope tomorrow.
- Thankful for this year and excited for the next.
- Merry Christmas, and may 2027 be your best year yet.
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FAQ
What is a short Christmas quote?
“Merry and bright,” “Peace, love and joy” and “Believe in the magic of Christmas” are short and perfect for cards.
What is a famous Christmas quote?
Charles Dickens’ “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year” is one of the most famous.
What is a good Christmas quote for family?
“The best part of Christmas is being together” and “Home is where Christmas lives” are warm family favorites.
