Chrismukkah Party Invitations: Wording for a Mixed Holiday Celebration

Chrismukkah is the playful name many interfaith families and friend groups use for a December party that celebrates both Christmas and Hanukkah. In 2026 the two holidays don’t overlap: Hanukkah runs from sundown on Friday, December 4 to nightfall on Saturday, December 12, and Christmas is Friday, December 25. That means a Chrismukkah party can land during Hanukkah week, between the two holidays, or on a weekend in mid-December. This guide gives you Chrismukkah party invitation wording, date ideas and tips for making both traditions feel welcome. To build one in a few minutes, try the video invitation maker.

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Quick Answer: What to Write on a Chrismukkah Invitation

Name both holidays (or say “Chrismukkah”), give the date, time and place, and mention what you’ll do from each tradition, such as candle lighting and tree trimming. Copy one:

Happy Chrismukkah! Join us for latkes, cookies, a menorah and a tree. Saturday, December 5 at 7 pm, after Shabbat ends. RSVP by Dec 1.

One party, two holidays. Our Chrismukkah bash is Saturday, December 12, 6–10 pm. Ugly sweaters and blue-and-white scarves both welcome.

Menorah lit, tree trimmed, eggnog poured. Chrismukkah party Sunday, December 6 at 5. Bring a gift for the swap ($20).

What to Include

• Both holidays named, or the word Chrismukkah if your group uses it.
• Date and time, and the candle lighting time if it falls during Hanukkah.
• Address and parking.
• The mash-up plan: menorah lighting, tree trimming, latkes and cookies, dreidel and carols.
• Dress code: ugly sweaters, blue and silver, festive cocktail.
• Gift swap rules if you’re doing one.
• RSVP deadline.

Picking a Date in 2026

• During Hanukkah (Dec 4–12): you can light the menorah together. Saturday, December 5 after Shabbat or Sunday, December 6 are easy for most guests.
• The weekend of December 12–13: the last day of Hanukkah is Saturday, December 12; a party that evening wraps up the eight nights and kicks off Christmas season.
• December 18–20: after Hanukkah ends, closer to Christmas. Skip the candle lighting or use the menorah as decor.

If some guests keep Shabbat, avoid Friday night and Saturday daytime.

Chrismukkah Party Invitation Wording

Classic

You’re Invited to a Chrismukkah Celebration
Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 7 pm
The Miller-Katz home
Menorah lighting, tree trimming, latkes, cookies and cheer. Please RSVP by December 1.

Funny

We couldn’t pick one holiday, so we picked both. Chrismukkah party, Saturday the 12th at 7.

Eight nights of presents AND a stocking? Welcome to Chrismukkah. Party Sunday, December 6 at 5.

Latkes and gingerbread: the crossover nobody asked for and everyone needs. Chrismukkah, Saturday at 7.

Family-friendly

Kids’ Chrismukkah afternoon! Sunday, December 6, 2–5 pm. Dreidel, cookie decorating and a candle lighting at 4:30.

Interfaith family gathering

This year our family celebrates both holidays together. Please join us for dinner on Sunday, December 6 at 5: we’ll light the third Hanukkah candle and then decorate the tree.

Short Texts for the Group Chat

Chrismukkah is ON: Saturday, Dec 12 at 7. Tap to RSVP: [link]

Gift swap reminder for Chrismukkah: one wrapped gift, $20 max. Bonus points for blue and red wrapping.

Tomorrow! Candles at 5, tree at 5:30, latkes as soon as they’re crispy.

Party Ideas to Mention in the Invitation

• Menorah and tree together: light the candles first, then hang ornaments.
• Mash-up menu: latkes with cranberry sauce, sufganiyot next to Christmas cookies, a brisket and a ham, or a vegetarian main for everyone.
• Dreidel and carols: a dreidel tournament, then a singalong.
• Blue-and-red dress code or ugly sweaters with Hanukkah patterns.
• “Eight gifts or one stocking” swap: each guest brings a small gift.

Step-by-Step Plan

1. Pick a date using the 2026 calendar above.
2. Decide what you’ll do from each tradition and put it on the invitation.
3. Note food needs: some guests may keep kosher or avoid pork and shellfish.
4. Send invitations three weeks ahead, since December fills fast.
5. Send a reminder two days before with the candle time.

Wording for Specific Situations

Guests new to one of the holidays

Never lit a menorah or trimmed a tree? Perfect. We’ll show you how. Just bring yourself.

Office or friend group with mixed traditions

Holiday mash-up party: Friday, December 18 at 6 at the office lounge. Menorah decor, a little tree, latkes and cookies. Everyone welcome.

Dietary note

We’re keeping the menu kosher-style (no pork or shellfish), so everyone can eat everything.

Reminder and Thank-You Messages

Two days to Chrismukkah! Remember your swap gift, and bring a menorah if you want to light with us.

Thank you for celebrating both holidays with us. The tree looks great and there’s not one latke left.

Change of plan: we’re lighting candles at 5:15 because sunset is early. Party continues as planned.

How to Explain the Plan to Guests

A short paragraph in the invitation helps guests who know only one of the holidays:

We’ll start by lighting the Hanukkah candles and saying the blessings (we’ll share the words), then decorate the Christmas tree together. Dinner is latkes, roast chicken and cookies. Come as you are.

That one line answers the questions people usually ask: what happens, when to arrive and whether they need to know anything first.

Gift Swap Wording That Works for Both Holidays

Bring one wrapped gift ($20 limit). We’ll play dreidel to decide the order: land on gimel and you pick first!

Instead of a big swap, bring a small gift for the “eight little gifts” table. Everyone takes one home.

Mentioning the swap rules in the invitation keeps it fair for guests who usually celebrate only one of the holidays and aren’t sure what’s expected.

Decor Ideas to Hint At

Blue, silver and white next to red and green; a menorah on the mantel near the stockings; dreidels as place cards; and a star of David ornament alongside the tree topper. A line like “Blue, silver, red and green welcome” on the invitation sets the tone.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using “Chrismukkah” with guests who may find it flippant; for a mixed or more traditional crowd, say “Hanukkah and Christmas party” instead.
• Planning candle lighting on a date after Hanukkah has ended.
• Scheduling on Friday night when observant guests keep Shabbat.
• Serving only pork dishes when some guests don’t eat pork.
• Turning it into a Christmas party with a menorah in the corner; give both traditions real time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chrismukkah?

Chrismukkah is a playful name for celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah together, popular with interfaith families and mixed friend groups.

Do Hanukkah and Christmas overlap in 2026?

No. Hanukkah 2026 is December 4–12, and Christmas is December 25, so there is a gap of about two weeks.

What should a Chrismukkah invitation say?

Name both holidays, give the date, time and place, describe the mix of traditions, any dress code or gift swap and an RSVP date.

When should I host a Chrismukkah party?

During Hanukkah if you want to light the menorah together, or on a weekend in mid-December, such as December 12 or 19.

Is it okay to call it Chrismukkah?

Many families use it happily, but some people prefer “Hanukkah and Christmas party.” Pick what fits your guests.

What food should I serve at a Chrismukkah party?

Combine favorites from both: latkes, sufganiyot, Christmas cookies and a main that most guests can eat, often kosher-style.

Make Your Chrismukkah Invitation

There’s no Chrismukkah-specific design, but you can use a Hanukkah video design such as Light, Love, Together Hanukkah, or a Christmas one. Download the TwistInvite app, add your details and share one link. Guests reply Going, Can’t make it or Maybe in their browser with no account.