37 Nostalgic Christmas Snapshots From The 70s, 80s, And 90s Filled With Xmas Cheer

Christmas in the 70s, 80s, and 90s hit differently—those were the days of tinsel-covered trees, bulky camcorders, and unbridled joy over toys that now feel iconic.

These nostalgic Christmas pictures will transport you back to a time when wrapping paper was shredded in a frenzy and you knew exactly which commercial jingle to sing when you opened that one perfect gift.

I still vividly remember unwrapping my first Nintendo—it was like the holidays peaked in that one magical moment.

Here’s a collection of festive snapshots sure to bring back warm memories of Christmas mornings past.

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Mike Primavera is a Chicago-based comedy writer even though he doesn't HAVE to work. He lives comfortably off of his family's pasta fortune. Follow him on all social media at @primawesome