Cozy Campfire Stories for Cool January Nights

The holidays may be over, but the winter magic is just getting started! Whether you’re camping under the crisp January skies or enjoying s’mores by the backyard firepit, there’s no better way to bring your family together than with a few interactive campfire stories full of imagination.

Bundle up, grab the marshmallows, and let these family friendly winter tales spark wonder, laughter, and warm memories.

Jack Frost’s Frozen Forest

An adventurous child stumbles into a peaceful forest where time stands still. Trees sparkle with icicles, animals are stopped mid-step, and snowflakes dangle frozen in the air. According to ancient tales only someone with a warm heart can thaw the spell and bring the forest back to life.

Let the kids take turns imaging what happens when they touch a tree, an animal, or the snow!

The snowflake that wanted to fly South

Not all snowflakes want to fall! One curious snowflake soars higher and higher, determined to see where birds fly in the wintertime. During their journey, it meets southbound geese, soft warm breezes, and beach bonfires.

Ask your kids: “Where do you think the snowflake lands?” Let their imaginations soar!

The Midnight Moose

It is said that a mysterious magical moose only appears under January’s first full moon. He assists campers who are lost or those with fun adventurous dreams for the new year. To see him, you must sit patiently and whisper your wish to the fire.

Ask: What wish your would tell the midnight moose?

The Cocoa Quest of the Snow Gnome

A chocolate-crazy snow gnome is trying to make the best cup of cocoa ever, but he keeps misplacing ingredients! One by one, the kids help him find the cocoa powder, fluffy snow, marshmallow clouds, and peppermint sticks hiding in the forest.

Turn this into a scavenger hunt or hot cocoa bar!

Now it’s time to get out your cozy blankets and circle around the fire to let your imaginations flow with these not so scary January campfire stories.