Christmas-Themed Wedding & Party Songs To Bring Cheer
Planning a Christmas or Holiday party is stressful in itself from the guest list to all the details. Leave the music to the pros.
If you are not hiring a professional DJ to fill the dance floor, here’s a list of the top Christmas-themed songs by popularity on Amazon.
You can pick from recent years to classic Christmas songs that have lasted decades.
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Songs To Put You In The Christmas Mood
A Christmas Storm – ASHBA
Released in 2020
An upbeat rock song for a fun mood-setting environment.
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A Holly Jolly Christmas – Burl Ives
Released in 1964
A classic Christmas song that will have everyone singing along.
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A Mad Russian’s Christmas (Instrumental) – Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Released in 2012
A song to play as everyone arrives as a background song. It is more of a heavy rock song to play.
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All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey
Released in 1994
This song is the most popular modern Christmas song and commonly tops the Billboard charts in December.
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Blue Christmas – Elvis Presley
Released in 1957
Elvis is one of the most popular musicians of all time. Even though the song talks about being sad, many will sing the lyrics.
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Candy Cane Lane – Sia
Released in 2017
This is an upbeat and fun song to play to mix in for dancing or background songs.
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Carol Of The Bells – Lindsey Stirling
Released in 2017
Stirling is a renowned violinist and this song can be played as a mood setter as everyone arrives.
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Christmas Canon – Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Released in 1998
This is an instrumental ballad and great to play as everyone is enjoying their meal and talking to each other.
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Christmas Eve / Sarajevo 12/24 (Instrumental) – Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Released in 2012
This is a dramatic instrumental Christmas song to accent the arrival of your employees into the venue.
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Christmas In Hollis – Run-DMC
Released in 1988
This is a fun Hip Hop Christmas song to play to add playful fun to your event.
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Crazy For Christmas – Lindsey Stirling & Bonnie McKee
Released in 2022
This is a fun song to play for dancing or for a fun atmosphere.
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December (Based on “September”) – Earth Wind & Fire
Released in 2014
This is a must-play dance song for any party in December!
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Do They Know It’s Christmas? – Band Aid 30
Released in 1984
Megastar musicians collaborated on this song to play as a background song for guests to try and pick the artists singing.
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Feels Like Christmas – Straight No Chaser feat. Jana Kramer
Released in 2016
This is an a capella uptempo song to play to set the mood for Christmastime.
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Feliz Navidad – José Feliciano
Released in 2002
One of the most recognized Christmas songs and one could play at any time during your event.
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Hallelujah – Carrie Underwood & John Legend
Released in 2020
A ballad by two music superstars to play as everyone is devouring the food.
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I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas – Kacey Musgraves
Released in 2016
A fun song to play for a party with kids in attendance.
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It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas – Michael Bublé
Released in 2011
Bring a bit of Jazz to your party on this classic song with a modern twist.
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year – Andy Williams
Released in 1963
One of the most recognizable Christmas songs of all time!
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Jingle Bell Rock – Bobby Helms
Released in 1957
A mid-tempo song to play for couples that can swing dance or as a singalong song.
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Joy To The World – for KING & COUNTRY
Released in 2020
An upbeat version of a well-known holiday song.
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Kid On Christmas – Pentatonix feat. Meghan Trainor
Released in 2022
This is a party song to play for dancing.
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Last Christmas – Wham!
Released in 1984
A modern-classic Christmas song that always gets lots of play in December.
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Let It Snow – Boyz II Men & Brian McKnight
Released in 1993
A smooth R&B ballad to set the mood for romance and love.
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Light Of Christmas – TobyMac & Owl City
Released in 2017
A dance track to get everyone up and on their feet.
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Like It’s Christmas – Jonas Brothers
Released in 2019
This is an upbeat song for dancing or as guests arrive at the venue.
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Linus And Lucy – Vince Guaraldi Trio
Released in 1965
It is a song made famous in the Peanuts cartoon and a must-play while the meal is being served.
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Little Drummer Boy – for KING & COUNTRY
Released in 2020
An upbeat version of a classic Christmas song.
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Mary, Did You Know? – Pentatonix
Released in 2014
An a capella version of a classic Christmas song to play as a background song.
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Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas) – Bing Crosby & The Andrews Sisters
Released in 1945
A fun song to play for an audience that knows music from yesteryear.
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Merry Christmas Baby – Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band
Released in 1987
A singalong song to play after a long dance set.
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Merry Christmas – Ed Sheeran & Elton John
Released in 2021
Two English superstars collaborate on this mid-tempo hit for holiday vibes.
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Mistletoe – Justin Bieber
Released in 2011
A romantic song to play for all of the married couples to capture a kiss.
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Officially Christmas – Dan + Shay
Released in 2021
This is a jazzy country hit for an uptempo feel for your party.
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Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee
Released in 1958
A well-known Christmas song for a sing-along or for getting couples dancing.
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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer – Gene Autry
Released in 1949
Not only country fans, but people of all ages will appreciate this classic holiday hit.
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Run Rudolph Run – Chuck Berry
Released in 1958
A vintage rock and roll song for those who love to jam out!
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Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town – Mariah Carey
Released in 1994
This song is an upbeat song to play for dancing or for setting the tone for fun.
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Santa Tell Me – Ariana Grande
Released in 2014
A pop icon produced this Christmas-themed hit that every generation can appreciate.
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Santa, Can’t You Hear Me – Kelly Clarkson & Ariana Grande
Released in 2021
An uptempo song to play for dancing.
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Sleigh Ride – The Ronettes
Released in 1963
A fun vintage song to play for dancing and packing the dance floor.
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Small Town Christmas – Rob Thomas
Released in 2021
A song to play as a background song at the beginning of the event to create a Christmas atmosphere.
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That Spirit Of Christmas – Ray Charles
Released in 1985
A soulful Christmas song while the meal is eaten by all.
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The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You) – Nat King Cole
Released in 1946
A soulful Christmas ballad to play while everyone is conversing with each other.
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Underneath the Tree – Kelly Clarkson
Released in 2013
A fun dance tune you can play with a modern artist.
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What Christmas Means to Me – CeeLo Green
Released in 2012
This song is an uptempo dance hit for partying on the dance floor.
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Where Are You Christmas (From “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas” Soundtrack) – Faith Hill
Released in 2000
This is a slow dance song to play to get all of the couples dancing.
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Winter Wonderland – Selena Gomez & The Scene
Released in 2009
A Christmas-themed pop rock song for rocking out on the dance floor.
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Wizards in Winter (Instrumental) – Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Released in 2012
An instrumental not for every event but TSO is very well-known for their Christmas music!
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You Make It Feel Like Christmas – Gwen Stefani feat. Blake Shelton
Released in 2017
A fun upbeat party song for any Christmas party.
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Spotify Christmas Party Playlist
Do you have a favorite Christmas-themed song? Please share your song below in the comments and when you will play it.
Christmas song suggestion: Chris Christian’s -Thinking of You This Christmas
Thanks for the suggestion RecordSteve!