Family Gift Ideas: Big Gift Ideas the Entire Family Will Love!
A roundup of the best family gift ideas: gifts for the whole family to enjoy together, and why a family Christmas gift is a fantastic idea!
A Family Christmas Gift
Some of my favorite childhood memories include experiences and things I played with my parents and siblings. A family Christmas gift can be the best opportunity to give one big family present that you can enjoy together. Maybe they’re big splurge items, perhaps a trip. But I truly believe the best gifts are often those big gifts for the whole family you can all enjoy together!
If you’re looking for some great gifts that all family members can enjoy together, and ones that help family bonds, we have you covered! We have a roundup of a good family gift that makes perfect Christmas gift ideas. Each of these family gift ideas is a tried-and-true item that brings fun, brings memories, and brings families together!
Gifts for the Whole Family
Pop-a-Shot Game
This was our big family Christmas gift last year, and it has been worth every penny! I have to admit this was never on my radar until my brother-in-law installed one for his pre-teen son. Their house became the instant party house! I couldn’t believe how much kids of all ages (and adults) enjoyed the Pop-a-Shot!
My kids love basketball! We live in Arizona, where it’s too hot to play outside for several months of the year. My boys play with this year-round. It keeps them active, having fun, and they’re getting really great at basketball shots!
Jumparoo
We’ve debated this item so many times! If a trampoline doesn’t fit in your yard or budget, a Jumparoo or monkey jumper may be for you! It can be used indoor/outdoor. Big kids and little kids alike can jump on it without bouncing off each other. Everyone I know who owns one swears it’s the best purchase they’ve ever made!
Outdoor Movie Theater
We decided to jump on this a few years ago, and it has been the gift that keeps on giving! We bought a projector (that we found a smoking deal on) and a blow-up screen, Bluetooth speaker, and we were set for regular backyard family movie nights! I shared all the details and a roundup of great products at affordable prices in this How to Create an Outdoor Movie Theater post.
I can’t tell you enough how fun these things are! We use them all the time, and it’s been something that’s bonded our family together for a free, fun family night!
Portable Projector
If you want to take outdoor movies and indoor movies to the next level, grab a portable projector! They make game time, movie time, and audiobooks come to life anywhere! I know people who take theirs on airplanes. Many use them for ceiling projections. It’s the smallest but mightiest device that is so fun for families to own!
Foosball Table
My family had a foosball table in our basement growing up, and it was so fun! From younger kids to teens, and even to adults, we had the best time! We’d play tournaments with each other and with our friends. It was also a fun skill to have when I went to college!
Air Hockey Table
If you want to go screen-free games, air hockey is always a hit!
Family Game Night Kits
Get ready to stock your game closet with fresh board games and card games. Make this a fun personalized gift by grabbing a game for each member of the family to unwrap as individual gifts. Give them with a giant gift basket of snacks, popcorn, cookies, or candies (whatever suits your taste) to enjoy during your next family game night.
Need some fresh ideas? Check out our list of the best board games for families submitted by thousands of families from our amazing Instagram community!
The best part is that this makes a great gift idea for all types of families and families of all ages. It’s easy to DIY the gift basket, and the whole thing can be super inexpensive if you shop sales or even thrift stores.
Arcade Game
You might be surprised how fun a few arcade games can be if you have the space! Teenagers particularly love them, and they’re such a fun nostalgic thing to enjoy together as a family!
Nintendo Switch
Admittedly, I’m not a big gamer and I’m trying to help my kids avoid them. However, the Nintendo Switch has so many games to play as a family! I think it’s worth it for hundreds of family game night options!
PlayGround Gaming System
I love that this is an interactive game system is designed to get the whole family moving and have a more active lifestyle. Families love that it’s a mini system that doesn’t take up much space and is super affordable! It’s one of the hottest holiday gifts this year, and one I guarantee your kiddos will fall in love with instantly!
Active Family Gift Ideas
Airfort
These Airfort inflatables are so fun, and younger kids play with them for hours on end! I love that they don’t take much space in storage. I’m also a huge fan of this price! It’s one of the least expensive family gifts out there!
Trampoline
Are there any families who won’t tell you how much their trampoline has been used and loved? I’ve yet to meet one! It’s a great time to get an in-ground or above ground option.
Playground
We were fortunate to have a built-in playground when we bought our home. When the weather is nice, our kids live on it! If you don’t have one, I’d strongly recommend it! They’re an excellent investment that helps create childhood memories.
Pure Fun Family Gift Ideas
A Year of Experiences
Much like our year of dates gift, a year of experiences gives fun every month for an entire year! Grab our free Year of Experiences printable. Then, find something fun to do as a family every month of the year. It’s the gift that just keeps on giving!
A Disneyland Trip
It’s hard to beat a surprise family Disneyland trip! We decided to pull the trigger on our first family Disneyland trip when our oldest was only two. It was one of the most amazing couple of days of our lives, and watching our toddler experience magic all around him was something I’ll treasure forever. We keep kicking around the idea of one small gift and a Disney trip. It’s more affordable than you may think; it was about 2/3rd of the cost when we booked through Getaway Today. They are legit, they do a fantastic job, and they are one of the few places you can get deals for Disneyland, Disneyworld, Universal Studios, and Disney Cruises.
We were so happy with our package and how much they spoiled us with souvenirs and customer service. Check out our full Getaway Away Today Review for more info.
I also love that you can lay away your trip and put as little as $200 down to book it and lock in this year’s prices. So if you want to spend the Christmas budget now and add a little more in a few months when you go, that’s totally an option! Plus our affiliate code: FRIDAYLOVE saves an extra $10 on a package!
We also have a really fun Surprise Disneyland trip reveal printable!
A Disney World Trip
Right up there with the Disneyland trip, you can also get amazing deals through Getaway Today for Disney World. Plus our affiliate code: FRIDAYLOVE saves an extra $10 on a package!
We also have a really fun Surprise Disney World trip reveal printable!
The Adventure Challenge Family Edition
We have owned the Adventure Challenge Couple’s Edition for years. It’s been the most fun thing, and we shared all the details in our Adventure Challenge review post.
I LOVE that they created an Adventure Challenge Family Edition book with scratch-off activities and outings to do as a family. If you want more together time without a lot of stress, planning, or costs, you’re going to want one of these books this year!
Universal Tickets and Family Trip
If you have a Harry Potter fan, a trip to Universal to see the magic is completely in order! Once again, we highly recommend Getaway Today to save some cash. And you can gift books, wands, an instant camera to get your own moving pictures, or gift cards to get more butterbeer as a fun reveal!
The Great Wolf Lodge
Our family stayed one night at The Great Wolf Lodge and it’s truly one of my fondest memories! I’d recommend staying two nights. Also, check Groupon for deals. But plan three full days and two nights and create some very magical memories!
If you don’t have one in your area, I promise they’re worth traveling to!
Family Gift Ideas
Museum Pass
One year, I gave my toddler a children’s museum pass, and it was truly my favorite thing! We used it so much in the summer. Our regular babysitter often took him. Every time he outgrew a toy, I’d smile at that pass that we used so much! I’m so glad we gifted one that year!
Related: 10 Reasons to Get Family Pass
Season Tickets
My family had season tickets to the local university football games. My dad took one of us for a one-on-one date and let us choose any treat we wanted. They are some of my favorite memories! I think a family pass to see a local sport favorite makes the best of family gift ideas!
Fly Grandparents In
There’s something great about kids getting to see a grandparent at their home. But there’s also something magical about grandparents getting to come to see your family’s world. It’s truly a gift everyone will love and always remember! Check out flights and book a visit for a grandparent(s) to come!
Memories Given
I promise you that a big gift for the whole family is always a good choice! It’s the gift that keeps on giving with memories made that last a lifetime!
