Christmas is a holiday celebrated in the United States with a mix of traditions. Some common Christmas traditions in the U.S. include decorating a Christmas tree, sending out Christmas cards, visiting family and friends, singing Christmas carols, attending church services, and giving gifts. Other popular Christmas traditions in the U.S. include Santa Claus, Christmas shopping, baking Christmas cookies, and watching Christmas movies. The main message of Christmas in the U.S. is one of love and joy, as people gather together to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.