12/03/2025
Even if you're spending the holidays apart from your loved ones this year, there are plenty of ways to connect virtually. Here are four ways to celebrate the holidays long-distance:
1. Host a virtual cook-along. Choose a favorite holiday recipe to make together. Prepare all the needed ingredients beforehand separately and sign onto Zoom at the same time to make your dish.
2. Organize a virtual craft session. Send craft materials to all participants, along with instructions and Zoom links. Popular craft ideas include ornament making, holiday cookie decorating, wreath or card-making.
3. Have a watch party. Choose a fun holiday movie to watch with your loved ones. Have all participants pull up the same movie and hit "play" at the same time, or use your streaming services' "watch party" feature so your movies play at the same time.
4. Create and review shared photo albums. Separately upload your favorite photos from the year onto the shared albums. Find a time to sign onto Zoom and take turns going over this year's highlights.