15 Amazing Gift Ideas Under $150 for the Whole Family

Check three, four or even more people off your list at once with these unique gift ideas that promote family togetherness.

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November 15, 2022

If you think about it, communal Christmas gifts are kind of genius. You can save time and money, cross multiple people off your list at once and ultimately get the whole family something that they really want: more quality time.

This year, take the work out of finding four or five perfect presents and get everyone something they can enjoy together. Start with our favorite family gift ideas below, which range from just $20 to $150, and are things they might not normally buy for themselves.

How sweet is this out-of-the-box gift idea? Deliver some holiday cheer straight to their door and send the fixings for a hot cocoa board. You'll start with this chic Tondo Ebonized Serving Paddle, and then include a bag of peppermint sticks, snowman marshmallows and hot cocoa mix (shop these goodies, below). They can then assemble the cocoa board at home and enjoy a gourmet drink during their Christmas movie marathon.

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From $12

Ensure that they have the coziest Christmas yet (and give them the perfect excuse to start a new family tradition) by surprising the whole crew with matching pajamas. The snuggly cotton fabric and festive holiday plaid pattern will make these PJs a hit for years to come. And yep! There's even a pair for the family dog or cat.

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For the family that loves to travel and is planning on conquering all 63 National Parks, this is the perfect gift. They can easily keep track of every park they've visited and get excited about the ones to come.

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$22.99

Family breakfast just got a whole lot sweeter. This mini doughnut maker is easy to use and makes doughnuts in minutes. Not only can kids help make the fun treat, but they also don't have to wait forever to dig in. Add to your gift by including fun toppings, such as chocolate chips, coconut and nuts, so that they can set up a doughnut bar during the holiday break.

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Turn trimming the tree into a more hands-on activity by gifting them an ornament painting kit. Each box comes with four ceramic ornaments cut into the state of your choosing, plus four paintbrushes, eight paints and a glaze finish. You can select their home state, a place they go on vacation or somewhere else that has special meaning for them.

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Make their holiday feast a little more interesting and hand them a set of Table Topics. Each cube holds 135 questions, like "What's the best thing about leaving home?" and "What social changes have you seen in your lifetime due to activism?" The cards will keep the conversation flowing and help them learn something new about their family members.

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'Tis the season to belt out your favorite tunes and embarrass yourself in front of the whole family! (Because they're obligated to love you, oops.) Take their after-dinner entertainment to the next level and treat them to this wireless karaoke microphone. The hilarious gadget includes a built-in phone holder, so they can easily pick a song and read the lyrics, and it's capable of doing remixes.

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Give everyone an excuse to gather in the kitchen with a tablecloth that doubles as a fun, family-friendly activity. While parents and older siblings prep the cookies, the little kids can color in illustrated whisks, rolling pins, cookie molds and more using the 10-pack of washable markers. The gift set also includes four holiday favorite recipes.

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$75

What family doesn't need a fully stocked snack bin? Add to theirs with this oh-so salty collection from Mouth. Full of small-batch snacks that they can't buy at their local grocery store, this is a fun gift for anyone and everyone.

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$304.20 $107.99
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Never underestimate the allure of a fire pit. Help them make the most of their backyard this winter with a small-but-mighty bonfire. Thanks to its compact size, this baby will easily fit on their patio and offer a touch of style with its sleek spark screen.

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Upgrade family movie night with a popcorn kit and a discovery+ subscription for one year. Inside the ready-to-gift box, they'll find 12 types of kernels grown in the heart of Northern Indiana's Amish country. This is a great way to upgrade ordinary movie nights and keep the little ones happy year-round.

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$129

Made for family dance parties, listening to audiobooks together or filling the house with soft music in the evenings, the Bose SoundLink Color II speaker is the perfect way to bring families together. It's lightweight, water-resistant and has eight hours of play on its rechargeable battery.

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Now here's a gift they'll definitely cherish. Give them the perfect snow day activity and a special keepsake all in one with this 200-piece puzzle that puts them right in the heart of the design. You can include up to 10 family members and customize the figures with the same hairstyles and skin tones as their real-life counterparts. The family will be so touched when they put it all together.

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$89 $71
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If it snows a lot where they live, send everyone outside to play with this inflatable sled. Ultra-thick vinyl protects their new ride from punctures on the way down, while a reinforced rubber base keeps the seat (and riders) sturdy. The sled can comfortably fit two people and includes a hand rope for towing back up the hill.

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$119.95 $104.99
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Clear winter nights call for some stargazing, don't you think? Create lasting memories for the whole family with this Celestron 70mm Portable Telescope. They can position the device anywhere from their backyard to the park and use the included "Starry Night" software to find planets and stars. The beginner-friendly telescope includes a backpack and tripod for easy transportation and set-up.

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