Only recently did I find out that Christmas crackers are only opened in some of the countries that celebrate Christmas. For those of you who don't, you're missing out on a colorful paper crown, novelty gift or game, a riddle and usually a terrible, pun-infused Christmas joke. Now, I can't help with the first couple of offerings, but so that you're not deprived of the catchy Xmas jokes that you might find inside a Christmas cracker, here are 21 gags inspired by those whimsical trinkets.
What do you get if you cross a snowman and a dog?
Frostbite!
Why did the turkey join the band?
Because it had the drumsticks!
What do you call a snowman with a six-pack?
An abdominal snowman.
What do you get if you eat Christmas decorations?
Tinselitis!
What do they sing at a snowman's birthday party?
Freeze a jolly good fellow!
What did Adam say on the day before Christmas?
It’s Christmas, Eve!
Why are Christmas trees so bad at sewing?
They always drop their needles!
What do you call an obnoxious reindeer?
Rude-olph.
Who is Santa's favorite singer?
Elfish Presley.
What do you call a kid who doesn't believe in Santa?
A rebel without a Claus.
Why was the snowman looking through the carrots?
He was picking his nose!
What kind of motorbike does Santa ride?
A Holly Davidson!
What do you get if you cross Santa with a detective?
Santa Clues!
Why was the Christmas tree so good at knitting?
Because it had plenty of needles.
What do you call a bunch of chess players bragging in a hotel lobby?
Chess nuts boasting in an open foyer!
What do you get if you cross a snowman and a shark?
Frostbite!
How does a snowman get around?
By riding an 'icicle!
Why did Santa's helper see the doctor?
Because he had low "elf" esteem!
What is Santa's favorite place to deliver presents?
Idaho-ho-ho!
What do snowmen wear on their heads?
Ice caps!
Why did the gingerbread man go to the doctor?
Because he was feeling crumbly.
What’s a horse’s favorite TV show?
Neigh-tivity plays!