SecretSanta by Bazhannya

Secret Santa for family

Bring the family together for a festive game, even when some relatives live elsewhere. Everyone learns who they are buying for, while their own Santa remains a surprise.

Create a game How it works
  • For children and adults
  • Together or from afar
  • One gift from each
Santa, grandparents, parents and a child preparing a family Christmas gift together

How does family Secret Santa work?

In a family Secret Santa, everyone prepares one gift for a randomly selected relative. You see who you are buying for but not who is preparing your surprise, making even a familiar family gathering more exciting.

The organiser shares one link in the family chat and relatives join from their phones. When everyone is ready, each person receives a private match. Children can play with adults, while relatives far away can send a gift and join the opening online.

One game for every generation

Children, parents and grandparents follow one simple rule: everyone prepares one gift for their person.

Everyone can join in their own time

Share the link in the family chat — everyone can join when convenient, even from another city or country.

Fewer ‘what would you like?’ questions

Everyone leaves a few wishes or clues, helping relatives choose something suitable without revealing themselves too early.

How do you organise Secret Santa for family?

Choose a date, gather the family and give everyone enough time to prepare a gift without rushing.

  1. 01

    Create a family game

    Add a name, exchange date and a spending amount that works for everyone.

  2. 02

    Invite your relatives

    Send one link to the family chat and help anyone who needs assistance joining.

  3. 03

    Find out who is giving to whom

    Once everyone has joined, each player sees only their recipient’s name — everything else remains secret.

  4. 04

    Prepare the family exchange

    Add wishes, choose gifts and open them together around the table or on a family video call.

Children, budget and long-distance gifts

Every family is different. Explain the rules in advance so they feel comfortable for both children and adults.

How can children join the game?

Older children can play independently, while an adult can help younger ones. Decide whether everyone plays together or children have a separate game.

What budget works for a family?

Choose an amount everyone can afford. If children are playing, allow small gifts, cards or something handmade.

How can we exchange gifts from afar?

Agree how addresses will be shared and set a shipping deadline. Open the gifts at the same time during a family call.

What should the family agree on?

A few simple decisions at the start will prevent awkward situations on exchange day.

  • Choose a budget that works for every adult player.
  • Decide how children will play and who will help the youngest choose a gift.
  • Ask everyone to leave several wishes at different price points.
  • If relatives live far away, set the shipping date well before the shared opening.

Questions about family Secret Santa

Quick answers before you start.

You can play with three or more people. An even number is not required, so the format suits both small and large families.

Yes. Older children can play independently and an adult can help younger ones. Agree on the budget and children’s gift format in advance.

Create the game online, send relatives the link and arrange delivery. Open the gifts together on a video call on the chosen day.

No. The organiser makes sure everyone joins but does not see all results and can play under the same rules.

Add items at different prices, favourite treats, books, experiences or simple hobby clues. This makes gift choice easier for relatives.

Bring your family together for Secret Santa

Create a family game and share the link with relatives. Agree on a date and budget, add wishes and prepare one gift each for a shared celebration.

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