It’s not even December yet and I’m already done with my Christmas shopping list. It was longer than Santa’s beard, so this is a big win! What I can’t do ahead of time is all of that holiday baking and decorating. These free printable December 2026 calendars are my trusty sidekick to staying organized and conquering the holidays. After all, who doesn’t need a little help staying on track in December?
While those presents are safely tucked away I still need to figure out how to wrap the oddly-shaped ones. And my kitchen is about to transform into a winter wonderland of flour, sugar, and sprinkles.
Things are about to get real festive! Thank goodness for these calendars to keep us all from turning into total grinches. But don’t worry, these free printable December 2026 calendars aren’t just practical, they’re pretty darn cute too!
With 14 different designs to choose from (all in one handy PDF!), you can print out a fresh calendar for every room in the house! All the themes are ink-saving so you’ll have more money left over for those last-minute stocking stuffers.
For the sake of versatility, all the calendars have a Sunday start, vertical layouts, and print on regular U.S. Letter paper for perfect results at home.
Choose your favorites and bring on the baking, the decorating, and the family gatherings! 🎄
🔶 Abstract
🍃 Blue Foliage
🌿 Botanical
🍋 Citrus
🏡 Farmhouse
🥕 Food
🟨 Geometric
💕 Hearts
🏢 Black & White Office
🌞 Motivational
🐾 Pets
🌈 Rainbow
🌵 Succulents
🌺 Watercolor Floral
🖨️ Grab It Now
I bet we all have a lot going on this month and these free printable December 2026 calendars will help us navigate the family gatherings, holiday parties, endless baking, and everything in between!
Here’s how to get your hands on these lifesavers:
✔️Enter your name and email address in the box below.
✔️Click the “Grab It Now” button.
✔️Almost instantly, you’ll receive an email with a link to download the PDF.
✔️Save the file to your device.
✔️Open it using Adobe Reader (or another PDF viewing app).
✔️Select the calendar pages you want to print.
✔️If you’re in the US, the default print settings should work just fine. If you’re printing on A4 or other paper sizes, you can adjust the “Scale” option.
✔️Hit “Print” and prepare to conquer December like a pro!
📅 Calendar Planning Hacks For A Stress-free December
You know, I used to think a monthly calendar was just for remembering birthdays and doctor’s appointments. Over time, I started using it for so much more. But simply writing down work stuff, social events, errands, and other tasks also made me realize the drawbacks of calendars.
There’s not much space to write in a calendar so I figured out some practical strategies for more efficient planning.
🌈 Color Coding & Symbols
Grab your highlighters and markers, ladies! Color-coding is a game-changer. Once you assign a color to your to-dos based on their type, a calendar becomes instantly more readable.
👉I’ll share my color coding system below, but feel free to change it as needed and make it your own. You can even color-code your family members. Nothing is off the table!
| Color | Category |
|---|---|
| 🔵 Blue | Work deadlines and meetings |
| 🟢 Green | Family activities |
| 🔴 Red | Important events |
| 🟠 Orange | Errands and chores |
| 🟡 Yellow | Social commitments |
| 🟣 Purple | Self-care |
👉Symbols are another excellent method to make use of the limited space you get in a monthly calendar. Of course, there’s no end to how many symbols you can use. The ones below are my favorites and once you get the hang of it, you’ll become an expert doodler!
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ⭐ Star | Birthdays |
| ❤️ Heart | Anniversaries |
| ‼️ Exclamation points | Important deadlines |
| 💲 Dollar sign | Bill payments and other purchases |
| 💡 Lightbulb | Bright ideas |
| ✔️ Checkmark | Completed tasks |
| ✈️ Airplane | Travel plans |
| 🎵 Music note | Concerts and performances |
| 🙂 Smiley face | Fun outings |
⏳ Time Blocking
Juggling micro-tasks can cause a brain meltdown and make you feel like the day is slipping away. And, of course, you can’t fit them all in a monthly calendar.
Well, I have some good news to share! Time blocking is my new best friend when it comes to planning a detailed schedule. It lets me allocate specific chunks of time for tasks, errands, and even relaxation.
These free time-blocking printables made my life so much easier! Instead of struggling to remember what I was supposed to do, they let me focus on actually getting things done.
🤸♀️ Flexibility
Life doesn’t always go as expected so it’s a good idea to prepare for the unexpected. It’s okay to use a pencil at first when filling out your calendar. In fact, I recommend it!
Even more, make sure to leave some buffer time for unexpected things. A bit of spontaneity never hurts, right?
✨ Things To Do in December
The winter holidays are fun, but they also bring an increase in spendings and when it comes to hosting these celebrations, we have our work cut out for us!
I like to map out all the preparations and the festive fun to make things go smoother. Trust me, a little planning goes a long way in keeping this season merry and bright!
📅 Christmas Planning
There’s so much to do for Christmas! Shopping for gifts, planning the Christmas Eve feast, decorating, cooking, and the list goes on. I like to avoid holiday overwhelm as much as possible so my gift shopping is done early.
I use this free printable holiday gift planner to keep track of the gifts and my budget! And let me tell you a little secret: you can get some great deals on Black Friday and even earlier. Last-minute Christmas shopping is rarely budget-friendly.
As for everything else Christmas related I mark the main events on my monthly calendar and set up a detailed plan using my free printable Christmas planner. It’s good for everything: planning the decor, creating a mouthwatering menu, setting up a cooking schedule, and even making room for some me time!
🎅🏻 Making Spirits Bright
Preparations aside, Christmas is also a time to have some fun, spend quality time with the loved ones, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
If you have kids, they’ll surely be excited if you build this free printable Christmas Advent calendar. It’s easy to put together and you can fill those little houses with just about anything that crosses your mind: miniature treats or toys, fun activities, reward coupons…you name it!
You can also spread some festive spirit into your home with this free printable holiday bunting banner. Need some entertainment? Gather the family for a game of free printable Christmas charades. It’s the little things that make the holidays truly magical!
🥳 New Year’s Eve Party
I love NYE parties! They’re so laid-back and entertaining! Whether you prefer a glamorous gathering or keeping it cozy with close friends, a little planning will ensure a memorable night!
You can set the mood with my free printable NYE party banner and add some sparkle with these free printable NYE sparkler tags. And don’t forget to capture all the fun with lots of photos!
🎯 New Year’s Resolutions
With the dawn of a new year comes the opportunity for fresh starts and exciting goals. I always find it helpful to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the year ahead.
My free Year In Review printables are a great tool for this! They help me take stock of my accomplishments, learn from my experiences, and dream big for the future.
Whether your resolutions involve trying new things, focusing on self-care, or simply spending more time with loved ones, remember to be kind to yourself and celebrate every step of the way. After all, the journey is just as important as the destination!
Almost done, but not quite. I’ve got a question for you! Which of these December calendars has you feeling all merry and bright? And while you’re at it, share your favorite holiday traditions, your go-to recipes for festive treats, or any funny holiday mishaps you’ve encountered over the years. Meet me in the comments! 🎁🎄
Hi!
Ginny Collins is a passionate foodie and recipe creator of Savor and Savvy and Kitchenlaughter. Indoors she focuses on easy, quick recipes for busy families and kitchen basics. Outdoors, she focuses on backyard grilling and smoking to bring family and friends together. She is a lifelong learner who is always taking cooking classes on her travels overseas and stateside. Her work has been featured on MSN, Parade, Fox News, Yahoo, Cosmopolitan, Elle, and many local news outlets. She lives in Florida where you will find her outside on the water in her kayak, riding her bike on trails, and planning her next overseas adventure.
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