🎄 Making Moving Merry: How to Move During the Christmas Season

Ryan Ferrier
6 hours ago
2 min read

The holidays are supposed to be filled with joy, family, and celebration — not packing boxes and juggling moving trucks.

But sometimes, life doesn’t wait for the perfect season.

If you’re planning a move around Christmas, don’t worry — you can still make the experience merry and bright.

With the right preparation (and the right moving company), your holiday move can be smoother than you think.

🎁 Plan Ahead Like Santa

Santa never forgets a gift because he checks his list twice. Take the same approach with your move:

Start early by booking movers in advance—winter is slower than summer, but schedules still fill quickly around the holidays.
Create a checklist for packing, changing addresses, and transferring utilities.
Schedule smartly by avoiding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or New Year’s Eve, when both traffic and stress levels can be higher.

📦 Deck the Boxes, Not Just the Halls

Packing doesn’t have to feel dreary. Add some cheer by:

Using red and green tape or festive labels to keep boxes organized.
Packing holiday décor last so you can unpack it first and bring instant cheer to your new home.
Keeping an “essentials box” with wrapping paper, scissors, and tape—you’ll thank yourself when you need to wrap a last-minute gift.

☕ Keep the Holiday Spirit Alive

Even in the middle of a move, you can keep the magic of the season alive:

Play a Christmas playlist while packing or unpacking.
Set aside a box of holiday cookies or hot cocoa for moving day snacks.
If friends or family help, thank them with a warm holiday meal or festive drinks after the hard work is done.

💰 Budget Wisely for Two Big Expenses

Between gifts and moving costs, December can get expensive fast. A few budget-friendly hacks include:

Sell unwanted items on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist for extra holiday cash.
Reuse holiday wrapping paper and tissue paper as packing material.
Book movers early—winter pricing is often more flexible than peak moving season, saving you money.

🎄 Celebrate Your First Christmas in Your New Home

Even if the house is full of boxes, don’t skip celebrating:

Hang stockings on the mantel or tape them to a wall if you haven’t unpacked.
Set up a small artificial tree or even a string of lights to brighten your space.
Start a new tradition, like a pizza picnic under the Christmas tree in your new living room.

🐴 Why Choose Packhorse to Move This Christmas Season

A holiday move doesn’t have to feel like a burden. At Packhorse Moving, we bring professionalism, reliability, and a touch of cheer to every move. With our experienced team handling the heavy lifting, you can spend more time with loved ones and less time stressing over logistics.

🎅 Final Thoughts

Moving during Christmas might not be your dream scenario, but with the right planning (and the right movers), it can be a joyful way to start a new chapter.

Remember: the best gift this holiday season is peace of mind in your new home.

From all of us at Packhorse Moving — Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄✨