Opinion 

October is not too early to be thinking about Christmas 

Kaitlin Krambach

Oct. 31, 2023

The age-old question is thrown between sides: When should people begin celebrating Christmas? Some begin in early July, some not until Thanksgiving is over. But when is it really appropriate to deck the halls and listen to Mariah Carey semi-religiously? Do we really have to wait until the turkeys are safe? Or can the Christmas fanatics let out their true festive selves? 

Studies have shown that decorating, and the overall good feeling of Christmas, makes people happier. It sparks that hormone of dopamine, bringing smiles to everyone’s faces. And nobody can argue against being happy. Let’s not forget the nostalgia that everyone feels when the Christmas lights begin going up, when that scent of pine blossoms in the air. Even the haters have to admit that it brings them back to happy memories. 

However, there are many who disagree with the idea of Christmas being celebrated too early. The argument is that all of the holiday’s within the last three months of the year begin conflicting. Not only this, but also the idea that the overall feeling of the holiday season seems to deplete the feeling of fall, which we’re all just starting to feel anyways. Others argue that, by the time Christmas comes, we’ll already be tired of Christmas due to beginning the celebrations so early. 

While both sides of the argument are compelling, there are the realistic factors that come into account as well. Many people have parties for the holidays. When should the planning for that begin? Personally, saving up for the costs of buying presents takes even longer than that. Although I understand those who prefer not to hear Jingle Bells months before the event, I would have to side with the early Christmas celebrators due to not only the festive feeling, but also the practical reasons. 

This article was written by journalism students at Waynesboro High School.