The 27 Best Christmas Shirts for Kids
Has your child been naughty, or nice? No matter which of Santa’s lists they’re on, there’s a kid’s Christmas shirt that fits their deeds. Holidays are a time filled with fun, family, and fresh threads. Who doesn’t love their ugly Christmas sweaters, elf pajamas, and Santa hats? But, your child’s seasonal attire isn’t restricted to just these classics – Christmas shirts for kids let them show their Holiday spirit anywhere. Whether you’re looking for something to get them in the Christmas spirit throughout December or need something special to place under the Christmas tree, our recommendations can help.
Our Top 27 Christmas Shirts for Kids
Ready to spruce up your kids’ Winter wardrobes? From classics to pop culture, we’ve found something for every kid, boy and girl.
I Shine Brighter Than Rudolph Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by BadDesignCo | 8-12 colors
Is your second grader reading above his grade level, at the fourth or fifth-grade level? He’s the smartest kid you know, and you couldn’t be prouder. With this clever tee, your son can let everyone at the Christmas party know just how bright he is.
Who Needs Santa Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by Yule | 3-8 colors
If you have kids, you know that your parents are going to spoil them. They've been waiting for you to give them grandkids, and now that you have, it’s like Christmas comes six times a year. With all the presents from their grandma, who needs Santa?
Have A Merry Llama Christmas Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by Dreamy Panda Designs | 3-8 colors
Elevate your child’s holiday spirit with this whimsical ‘Have a Merry Llama Christmas’ shirt. Showcasing a festive llama adorned with a Santa hat, this playful design blends humor and holiday charm, ensures your little one stands out, and makes sure their Christmas is extra llama-tastic.
Novelty Christmas Elf Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by Elsie Bee Designs | 2 colors
Dressing up for Christmas doesn’t have to mean dressing fancy, especially if your little one is still a toddler. He’ll end up shoeless and sockless at the end of the night anyway, so why not have a little fun? Let him be one of Santa’s elves in this novelty t-shirt.
Cute Christmas Brachiosaurus Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by TeesFashion | 4-8 colors
Make your kid’s holiday season roarsome with this festive Brachiosaurus design. Featuring an adorable dinosaur wearing a Santa hat and wrapped in Christmas lights, this playful and comfortable t-shirt is perfect for young dino enthusiasts and makes a great festive addition to their wardrobe.
Santa Naughty List Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by MedleyDesigns67 | 8-12 colors
No matter how hard you tried to get your kid to be good this year, they just didn’t listen. It’s not that they're a bad kid, but they have been naughtier than ever. While coal feels harsh as a gift, this playful tee is perfect for family photos.
Dear Santa I Tried To Be Good Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by KsuAnn | 8-12 colors
Make the holidays merrier with a touch of humor with this 'Dear Santa, I Tried To Be Good' shirt that shifts the blame to Dad. The cheeky message is perfect for your little one, embracing holiday mischief and capturing their playful spirit – and the spirit of the season.
Official Cookie Maker Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by PrintAmor | 8-12 colors
Nothing compares to the memories made when baking cookies with your kids, even if their attempts to help get a little messy. Whether they’re helping out in the actual kitchen or baking cookies in a toy oven, you can sweeten up their Christmas with this saccharine t-shirt.
Christmas Avocado Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by huebucket | 8-12 colors
When they’re little enough, kids will appreciate any gift – even an avocado. This whimsy tee featuring avocados decked out in festive outfits (including Santa and a snowman) will help ensure that your son or daughter celebrates the holiday season with a healthy dose of holiday cheer.
All Of The Otter Reindeer Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by Dreamy Panda Designs | 8-12 colors
Some words are harder than others when learning to read, and because of its “th” sound, “other” is one of those words. “Other” may end up sounding like “otter” as your kid sings along to Christmas songs. Want to commemorate the cuteness? Look no further than this endearing t-shirt.
Christmas Ornaments Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by adamzworld | 8-12 colors
Words aren’t always necessary for a shirt to make a statement during the holidays, especially for a kid who can’t even read yet. As your toddler begins wobbling through the house and babbling their best attempt at “Merry Christmas”, they can share their festive spirit with this cute smiling-ornaments tee.
We Shine Brighter Together Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by milkyprint | 8-12 colors
It’s important for kids to know the importance of friendship and teamwork. While TV shows and books help them learn the lesson, you can reinforce it through actions, words, and this playful ‘We Shine Brighter Together’ t-shirt that features a string of lit-up Christmas lights.
Tree Rex Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by Sanfox55 | 8-12 colors
What little kid doesn’t love dinosaurs? Want to evoke roars of joy from your son or daughter this holiday season? This whimsical ‘Tree Rex’ tee’s punny design featuring a T-Rex carrying a Christmas tree combines festive cheer with some prehistoric charm for a unique holiday style.
Rollin' With My Snowmies Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by _So who go sayit_ | 3-9 colors
Whether your little one understands the humor or not, this clever t-shirt is the ‘pin’-nacle of holiday fashion, and the adults at the Christmas party will ‘split’ their sides laughing. Santa and his ‘snowmies’, all shaped like bowling pins, will strike up festive fun in your child’s celebration.
I'm The Gift In The Family Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by Menras | 2-7 colors
Whether they’re your rainbow baby or not, you’ve probably told your child what a blessing they are millions of times. If they’re truly the best thing your life has given you, emphasize the sentiment with this cheery tee that suggests they’re the gift in the family.
Most Likely To Be On The Nice List Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by Bagshaw Gravity | 8-12 colors
Do you remember being in school and being given a superlative like “class clown” or “most likely to be president”? You’ve raised your daughter to have impeccable manners, and for that reason, we believe she deserves to be awarded this jovial ‘Most Likely To Be On The Nice List’ shirt.
Elfs Squad Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | TeePublic | by ArtStopCreative | 4-9 colors
Height, or lack thereof, can be a touchy subject for some kids, while others embrace it. If your son doesn’t let his short stature get him down, he may appreciate this tee’s reminder that he’s the perfect size to join Santa’s crew of elves, spreading holiday cheer and Christmas magic.
The Elf On The Shelf® Play It Cool Toddler T-Shirt
T-Shirt | Old Navy
The Elf On The Shelf® is a nearly two-decade-long tradition that has captured the hearts of thousands of families. It’s the most welcome form of controlled chaos at Christmas, with the toy’s watchful eyes encouraging your kids to behave. They just need to play it cool, per this shirt’s advice.
Bluey Rockin Around The Christmas Tree Shirt
T-Shirt | Etsy | by AllGenderCoShop | 8 colors
If your kid is in preschool, you’ve probably heard the Bluey theme song more times than you’d care to acknowledge. The easily digestible life lessons are perfect for any occasion. But at Christmas, they just want to dance, rocking around the tree like they do on this tee.
Baby, It's Cold Outside Girls Raglan Shirt
T-Shirt | Amazon | by BesserBay
So much of Christmas is focused on gift-giving and not the feeling of Christmas that snow and twinkling lights evoke. Does your daughter sing along to the wintery whimsical lyrics whenever she hears her favorite Christmassy tune? Keep her warm and warbling with this stylish raglan t-shirt.
Pizza Christmas Tree Graphic Tee
T-Shirt | Kohl’s
While you might enjoy a fancy Christmas roast, all your son really wants for Christmas is some pizza. With this playful shirt’s fun, eye-catching design of a pizza-turned-Christmas tree, he can savor a slice of joy during the holiday season, making celebrations extra cheesy and delightful.
Video Game Controller Tree Shirt
T-Shirt | JCPenney | by Thereabouts
Featuring a festive twist on classic gaming icons, this clever tee combines two of your child’s favorites – video games and Christmas – in a design that elevates your little gamer’s holiday style. Add a touch of joy to their Christmas celebrations with comfort, holiday spirit, and some retro game controllers.
Dear Santa My Brother Did It Kids T-Shirt
T-Shirt | Zazzle | by merchhub | 23 colors
We hate to say we told you so, but it is called the "terrible twos" for a reason. Does your youngest like to blame everything on his older brother? This tongue-in-cheek t-shirt lets him play the blame game this Christmas, even though we all know who’s really the innocent one.
Sweet As A Christmas Cookie Raglan T-Shirt
T-Shirt | Tee Shirt Palace | 8 colors
Featuring an assortment of sugar-sprinkled cookies, this ‘Sweet As A Christmas Cookie’ shirt satisfies your little one’s sweet tooth for style while also boasting of their charismatic nature. As proven by their interactions, your child’s sweetness truly is only matched by the cookies they’ve baked and left for Santa.
Kid's Cookie Taster Elf T-Shirt
T-Shirt | Five Below
Kids are a mess in the kitchen. While they’re still learning fine motor skills, they’re bound to get flour absolutely everywhere, and you’ve got to worry about little hands and hot surfaces. But you can turn their disappointment into excitement with this shirt proclaiming them the cookie taster elf.
Present Patrol Toddler And Youth T-Shirt
T-Shirt | Walmart | by PAW Patrol | 13 colors
Your kid may love Bluey, but PAW Patrol was their first introduction to the world of cartoon puppies and they’ve carried their love for Chase, Skye, and the others as they’ve grown. For the howliday season, this present-themed adventure tee is paws-itively adorable and sure to fetch festive fun.
Greatest Gift Winnie-the-Pooh Tee
T-Shirt | Life is Good
While we all appreciate physical gifts at Christmas, the true spirit of the holiday isn’t about that at all. As everyone’s favorite silly old bear tells your little one via this sweet t-shirt, “Just being together is the greatest gift” – and we have to agree.
Add Some Seasonal Swag To Your Child’s Wardrobe This Christmas
Is your child on your nice list? Either way, you can get on theirs with the right Christmas shirt for kids.
Whether they want to cosplay as Buddy the Elf or share a Christmas pun that’ll make you roll your eyes, these Christmas shirts can be the perfect gift before, during, or after Christmas. Spruce up their seasonal wear, spur some Christmas spirit, and make their holiday extra special with a shirt that’s picked just for them – no matter how naughty they’ve been.
