The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the inevitable onslaught of cheesy, cringe-worthy Christmas jokes. You know, the kind that make you groan and roll your eyes so hard they get stuck that way. Well, we've got a special treat for you: 20 of the most terrible, awful, and just plain bad Christmas jokes out there. So, if you're feeling particularly festive (or masochistic), grab a cup of hot cocoa and settle in for a holiday joke-fest that will leave you laughing, crying, and possibly questioning our sanity.
Why do Christmas trees go to the party? Because they want to branch out and meet new people!
What do you call a reindeer with bad manners? Rude-olph!
The Worst Christmas Puns
We know, we know – puns are the worst. But hey, it's Christmas, and we're feeling merry (or is that just the eggnog talking?). So, here are some Christmas puns that will make you laugh, cry, or possibly throw a candy cane at us.
What do elves learn in school? The elf-abet!
Why was Santa's little helper feeling depressed? Because he had low elf-esteem!
Christmas Jokes for Kids (That Adults Will Hate)
These jokes are so bad, they're good – or at least, that's what we keep telling ourselves. Kids will love 'em, but adults might find themselves face-palming so hard they get a holiday headache.
What do you call a group of cows singing Christmas carols? A moo-sical choir!
Why did the gingerbread man go to the doctor? He felt crumby!
The Ugliest Christmas Sweaters (That We Love to Hate)
It's a holiday tradition: donning the ugliest, most garish Christmas sweaters you can find. We're not sure what's more impressive – the creativity that goes into designing these monstrosities or the bravery it takes to wear them in public.
What do you call a snowman with a six-pack? An abdominal snowman!
Why did the Christmas tree go to the party dressed as a bumblebee? Because it wanted to bee the life of the party!
Christmas Jokes for Adults (That Are Still Pretty Terrible)
These jokes are a bit more...mature (ahem), but still manage to be cringe-worthy in their own special way. Proceed with caution – and a healthy dose of holiday cheer.
What did the grape say when it got stepped on at the Christmas party? Nothing, it just let out a little wine!
Why did the eggnog go to therapy? It was feeling a little cracked under the pressure!
The Most Epic Christmas Joke Fail
We saved the worst for last. This one's a doozy, folks – a joke so bad, it'll make you wonder how we came up with it. But hey, that's what the holiday season is all about, right?
Why did the Christmas turkey join the band? Because it was a drumstick! (get it? drumstick? like a turkey leg? ahh, nevermind...)
We hope you survived this onslaught of terrible Christmas jokes. If you're still reading, congratulations – you're a holiday hero! Share your favorite (or most hated) Christmas jokes with us in the comments below. And if you're feeling particularly festive, go ahead and share this article with your friends and family. They'll love you (or hate you) for it.
What's the worst Christmas joke you've ever heard?
+Well, we've got 20 terrible Christmas jokes in this article, but we're sure you've heard worse. Share your worst Christmas joke with us in the comments!
Why do people love Christmas puns?
+Christmas puns are a holiday tradition (or a necessary evil, depending on your perspective). They're a fun way to get into the holiday spirit, even if they're a bit cheesy.
What's the best way to survive a bad Christmas joke?
+Just roll your eyes, laugh politely, and pretend you're having a good time. Or, you know, just share this article with the joke-teller and let them know they're not alone in their terrible taste.