Early Peek: What Kids Are Asking Santa For in 2025
'Tis the season to plan ahead! If you're like me and trying to get ahead of the Holiday rush, you've landed in the right place! Christmas gift-givers are getting savvy, smart, and sustainable, and sentimental picks are trending early this year. Here’s your head start with 2025’s top early Christmas gift trends, perfect for thoughtful moms who love to stay one step ahead.
With Wicked: For Good, Lilo & Stitch, and Jurassic World: Rebirth making waves this year, expect plenty of themed dolls, dress-up sets, and playsets to be at the top of kids’ lists. Anything tied to their favorite characters is sure to be a win.
Moms are loving gifts that balance fun with learning. Coding kits, robotics sets, kid-friendly AI toys, and interactive science experiments are trending big. These toys let kids play while also sparking creativity and curiosity.
3. Experience-Based Gifts for Kids
More moms are wrapping up “moments” instead of just things. Options like kids’ cooking classes, zoo memberships, museum passes, family trips, or subscription boxes (STEM kits, craft crates, or book clubs) are perfect for making memories that last beyond Christmas morning.
4. Interactive & Immersive Play
From augmented reality (AR) games to immersive pretend play kits, kids are craving hands-on adventures. Think AR storybooks, build-your-own escape room kits, or classic favorites like play tents and kitchens that transport them into another world.
🎅 Mom’s Shopping Tip
Start early! Big-ticket items and trending toys often sell out fast. Retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon already have “hot toy” lists rolling out in early fall. Snag the favorites before December rushes in.
Whether you’re shopping for a curious little scientist, a Disney-loving dreamer, or a hands-on adventurer, Christmas 2025’s kid gift trends are all about fun, learning, and imagination. Planning ahead means less stress for you—and bigger smiles on Christmas morning.