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- The Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center has more than 25,000 lights but no other ornaments except for the star on top.
- The traditional flaming Christmas pudding dates back to 1670 in England.
- Over 100,000 people are employed in the Christmas tree industry.
- Christmas cookies for Santa began during the Great Depression to inspire children to share with others in hard times.
- Queen Elizabeth's Christmas message to the nation was first televised on December 25, 1957.
- In New York, it's not officially Christmastime until the tree is lit at Rockefeller Center. The first tree appeared in 1931.
- More diamonds are sold around Christmas than any other time of the year.
- Approximately 33% of the holiday cards purchased each year contain a religious message.
- Approximately 33% of the holiday cards purchased each year contain a religious message.
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