13 Animated Merry Christmas GIFs To Share This Year

This collection of christmas gifs is full of warm, moving pictures you can send to anyone on your list. It is made for people who want a quick, cheerful way to say Merry Christmas without writing a long message.

Inside you will find glowing trees, snowy cottages, sparkling ornaments and a few quiet countryside scenes, each with its own short greeting. Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December 2026, so there is plenty of time between now and then to pick your favorites and send them to family and friends.

Two children and a dog look at a window glowing with Christmas tree lights, beside the words Wishing All My Facebook Friends And Family A Merry Christmas Eve. Send it on Christmas Eve to friends and family you see on Facebook.

Santa's sleigh and reindeer fly over a snowy log cabin, a lit Christmas tree and a snowman, with the words Merry Christmas. Share this one with someone who still loves the magic of Santa's sleigh ride on Christmas Eve.

A snowman wrapped in a scarf stands by a lamppost with gifts underneath, next to the words Wishing All My Facebook Friends And Family A Merry Christmas. This is a good one to post for all your Facebook friends and family at once.

A snow-covered Christmas tree glows outside a house at night while snow keeps falling, with the words Merry Christmas Eve. Send this one on the night of the 24th to wish someone a peaceful Christmas Eve.

Three red glittery Christmas ornaments shine against a sparkly red background, with the words Merry Christmas My Family To Yours. This simple one works well for a sister, a cousin or anyone you call family.

Bright neon colors trace the shape of a Christmas tree on a dark background, next to the words Merry Christmas. Pick this one if you want something bright and a little different to send tonight.

Three red baubles sparkle against a glittery red background, with the words Merry Christmas From My Family To Yours. Use this one for your parents, grandparents or anyone you think of as family this Christmas.

This red cardinal perches on a frosty, snow-covered branch among berries, with the words Christmas Blessings, May peace find your home and joy fill your heart. Send this to someone who could use a gentle, peaceful message this Christmas.

Snow blankets this white house, decorated with Christmas lights and garlands, under the words Merry Christmas and a message of peace, gratitude and love. Share this peaceful picture with anyone who could use some comfort this holiday season.

Sunset light falls on a snowy stone cottage by a lake, decorated with lights and wreaths, next to the words Merry Christmas, May Your Heart Be Light. Send this quiet scene to someone far away who you wish could be home for Christmas.

Lanterns and trees glow around a snowy church with a lit steeple at sunset, under the words Merry Christmas and a warm holiday greeting. This peaceful scene suits anyone who finds comfort in a quiet Christmas Eve service.

Candlelight glows inside a lantern resting on snowy pine branches, with cabin lights behind it and the words Merry Christmas, wishing joy and love. Send this gentle image to someone who needs a little extra joy this season.

Glittery candy canes form a heart beside a snowman and a LOVE sign, with the words Merry Christmas And A Happy New Year. Save this one for New Year's Eve or use it to cover both holidays at once.

Open any picture on its own page and tap Download to save it to your phone or computer, free of charge. Once it is saved, you can share it on Facebook, WhatsApp or by text to anyone on your Christmas list.

Every picture here is free to share. For more like these, visit HolidayHeart for holiday greetings, MorningBlessings for daily good morning and good night pictures, and LoveNotes for love and friendship pictures.