Christmas in July: When Gingerbread Men Take a Summer Vacation 🎅🏖️
You know what's funny? Every July, just when we are prepping celebrate the 4th of July and I'm thinking about taking that week off, the phone starts ringing. "Linda, we're having our Christmas in July party!" "Can you make gingerbread men for our church's summer celebration?"
And honestly? I love it. There's something magical about decorating cookies while wearing shorts and sandals instead of bundled up in my winter apron.
Why July is Secretly Christmas Season
Here's what most people don't realize: July is when the magic happens! While everyone's enjoying summer vacation, churches and families are throwing the most delightful Christmas in July parties. Pool parties with gingerbread men? BBQs with Christmas cookie trays? Yes, please!
And yes, we do close for a week in July (even bakers need a little beach time!), so if you're thinking about placing an order for your Christmas in July celebration, don't wait too long.
The Gingerbread Men Summer Story
You know how some traditions just make sense? Christmas in July is one of them. Every summer, I watch families light up when they see gingerbread men and Christmas cookies at their July gatherings. It's like finding a Christmas present you forgot to unwrap – pure unexpected joy!
That's the beauty of it. Our gingerbread men are just as delicious in July, and frankly, they photograph better at summer picnics than winter parties (natural lighting, people!).
Your Church or Family Gathering Game Plan
Planning a Christmas in July event? Here's what flies off our shelves:
The Crowd Favorites:
- Gingerbread Men: Perfectly spiced and decorated, ready to serve
- Christmas Cut-Out Cookies: Trees, stars, and snowflakes that won't melt in the summer heat
- Cookie Trays with Holiday Themes: All the variety, none of the December stress
- Brownie & Bar Trays: Because chocolate is a year-round joy
A Little Secret About Summer Orders
Between you and me? There's something hilarious about making gingerbread men while wearing flip-flops and having the AC cranked up. Last July, my grandson walked in while I was piping icing on snowflake cookies and said, "Grandma, why is Santa at the beach?"
That's the magic of Christmas in July – all the festive treats without the frozen fingers! Plus, those gingerbread men look surprisingly good with a summer tan (okay, that's just the perfect golden-brown bake, but work with me here).
Real Talk: Why We All Love Christmas in July
You know what I love about Christmas in July? It's pure fun! Everyone's in summer mode, kids are out of school, and we get to enjoy holiday magic with sunshine and flip-flops. It's like having your birthday twice – why not celebrate Christmas twice too?
That's exactly why Christmas in July has become such a tradition. Whether it's our gingerbread men at the pool party, festive cookie trays at the family reunion, or those irresistible brownie platters at the company picnic, July gives us all an excuse to sprinkle a little Christmas magic into summer!
The Christmas in July Spirit is Contagious!
Look, here's the deal: once you see how much fun a Christmas in July party is, you'll want to make it a tradition. There's something absolutely delightful about serving gingerbread men at a pool party or bringing Christmas cookie trays to a summer BBQ. The looks on people's faces? Priceless!
Your Christmas in July Checklist 📝
For Your Church:
- How many families typically attend? (Order 2-3 cookies per person)
- Want variety? Mix our decorated gingerbread men with Christmas cut-outs
- Feeding a crowd? Our cookie trays are your best bet
- Don't forget the chocolate lovers - add a brownie tray
For Family Gatherings:
- Kids love our decorated gingerbread men (they're almost too cute to eat!)
- Adults-only party? Those brownie trays will disappear fast
- Want the full effect? Christmas cut-outs in trees, stars, and snowflakes
The Bottom Line from This Baker
Whether you're planning a Christmas in July party next week or just discovered this amazing summer tradition, I'm here for it! There's something magical about bringing out the gingerbread men and Christmas cookies when it's 85 degrees outside. Your guests will love the surprise, the kids will be thrilled, and honestly? Those holiday treats taste even better with a glass of cold lemonade.
Order your gingerbread men or browse our Christmas options. And if you catch us during that week when we're closed? Leave a message. I'll call you back from the beach (just kidding... sort of).
Stay cool (while thinking Christmas),
Linda 🍪🎄
