The Weirdest Holiday Traditions (That We Secretly Love)
Let’s be honest—some holiday traditions are downright strange. Singing to your neighbors? Hiding pickles in trees? Eating fruitcake like it’s a delicacy?
And yet... that’s the magic of it all.
Here are a few of our favorite weird Christmas customs—and the oddly specific types of people who live for them.
1. The Pickle Ornament
The legend says it’s German. (Spoiler: it’s not.) But every year, some families still hide a pickle ornament in the tree and let the kids go full treasure-hunt-mode for it.
We’re not saying it’s weird... but it’s weird.
2. KFC for Christmas Dinner
In Japan, families eat KFC on Christmas Eve like it’s a Michelin-star tradition. That’s not a joke. People place reservations. Buckets sell out. It’s finger-lickin’ festive.
3. Caroling to Strangers
We fully support holiday cheer, but knocking on someone’s door and singing aggressively to them for 3 minutes? Bold.
You either love this tradition... or hide when you hear “Deck the Halls” down the street.
4. The “Off-Tree” Holiday Vibe
Some people want elegance and silver bells. Others want ornaments that are a little... off.
Think: chaotic Santa energy, horror-Christmas mashups, and things Grandma would probably ban from her tree.
👉 If that’s your vibe, this collection might feel like home.
5. Upside Down Trees
Yes, this is real. Some folks hang their tree from the ceiling. Is it space-saving? Yes. Is it confusing? Also yes.
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Holiday traditions don’t have to make sense. They just have to feel right—even if they’re a little unhinged.
So whether you're team sparkle, team chaos, or team “I just came for the eggnog,” there’s room for all of it.
Happy Holidays, you weirdo. We love that about you.
