Taking Down The Christmas Tree Date

Timber! Taking down the Christmas tree is usually the saddest, most tedious chore of the holidays — so why not turn it into a date? This post-holiday Christmas Tree Takedown Date comes with a printable pack full of games, an invite, and reflection questions that turn the annual takedown into something happy, silly, and a whole lot more fun. Grab your flannel and let’s get chopping!

What Is the Christmas Tree Takedown Date?

It’s a lighthearted date built around a chore you have to do anyway: undecorating the tree. With a flannel-and-lumberjack theme, a few printable games, and some cozy one-on-one time, you and your sweetheart get to say goodbye to the holiday season together — and actually enjoy it. Everything you need is in the printable pack below.

The Printable Pack

“Timber! I’ve Fallen For You” Invitation

Let your sweetheart know about the flannel-themed fun with the lovable lumberjack invite. It sets the tone for your takedown — bonus points if cozy matching flannel is involved.

Tree Takedown Checklist & “Timber! Tasks” Game

The printable Tree Takedown Checklist guides you through the whole removal in fine, fir-y fashion. Then the “Timber! Tasks” challenge game takes it up a notch — play it during the takedown by setting a timer to go off every ten minutes or so and taking turns drawing a new card each time it rings. You’re in for some laughs and a whole lot of lovin’.

“Tree-Talk” Questions for Couples

Once the tree has been tossed, settle in for a little holiday reflection. The Tree-Talk Questions will give you all the feels and remind you of your favorite festive moments from the season — a wonderful way to end a work-filled day.

“Thanks for Chopping By” Door Hanger

No date would be complete without a little one-on-one time. The printable “Thanks for chopping by” door hanger is the perfect do-not-disturb sign to cap off your evening.

Christmas Tree Takedown Date FAQ

When should we do this date?

Any evening after Christmas when you’d normally be undecorating — New Year’s weekend is a popular time. Turning the chore into a date means it actually gets done and you get quality time together.

Can we do it with kids?

The takedown and the Timber! Tasks game are family-friendly, so the kids can absolutely help. Just save the door hanger and the couple’s Tree-Talk questions for after bedtime.

What if we don’t have a real tree?

It works just as well for an artificial tree — the games, questions, and cozy flannel theme make packing it away just as fun.

Looking for more ways to celebrate the season together? Browse all our Christmas date ideas, gifts & traditions or keep the cozy going with our at-home date night ideas.