Taking a more comical approach to the holiday season, these humorous holiday ads are using satire and awkward family situations to connect with consumers on a more approachable level.
While holidays are considered a time when families and friends come together to connect and bond, the reality of the matter is that it is often filled with uncomfortable family interactions and unhealthy dinner occasions. These humorous holiday ads play on those awkward situations to shed some humorous light on what holiday seasons are really like.
From commercials that feature Grinch-like grandmas to those that showcase talking turkeys and bitter celebrity icons, these humorous holiday ads are showcasing a whole other side to the holiday season, one that many viewers will instantly be able to connect with.
19 Humorous Holiday Ads
From Turkey Television Trailers to Un-Christmas Commercials:
Tana Makmanee — Dec 23, 2014 — Marketing
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Bitter Celeb Christmas Advertisements
The Adidas Holiday 2012 Campaign Boasts Beckham & Snoop Dogg
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Premature Christmas Campaigns
Selfridges Starts the Holidays Early with Christmas in August
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Un-Christmas Commercials
Kmart's 'Not a Christmas Commercial' Celebrates a Merry Birthday Instead
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Synchronized Basketball Holiday Ads
Players Dribble in Unison to Promote Christmas Day Uniforms
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Turkey Television Trailers
TalkTalk TV's Gobblebox Features Turkeys Talking About Entertainment
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Super Power Holiday Ads
The Harvey Nichols Christmas Commercial Features Laser-Shooting Models
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Realistic Holiday Struggle Ads
The Funny Morrisons Christmas Ad Plays on Holiday Stresses
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Awkward Family Commercials
This Heartwarming Holiday Ad Series was Directed by Sofia Coppola
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Competitive Gifting Ads
Mulberry Wants to Help You 'Win Christmas' by Giving the Best Gifts
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Jolly Tech Commercials
This Commercial by the Source Tells a Modern Christmas Carol
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Tech-Obsessed Holiday Ads
Apple's Holiday Commercial Shows Why Kids Are Always on Their Phones
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Uncomfortable Holiday Ads
Maille's Holiday Commercial Ad Brings an Awkward Guest to the Table
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Festive Anti-Tech Ads
Telus' Phone Commercial Urges People to Unplug This Holiday Season
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Holiday Paint-Splattered Cars
The Christmas Audi Commercial 2013 is Very Colorful
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Celebrity Christmas Commercials
Samsung's Christmas Commercial Stars Kristen Bell and Dax Shepherd
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Talking Turkey Pep Rallies
This Christmas Stuffing Ad by Paxo Introduces the Turkey Whisperer
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Shoppable Christmas Commercials
This Kate Spade Christmas Ad Stars an Inventive Anna Kendrick
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Grinch-Like Gifting Ads
The Sorry, I Spent It on Myself Ad Encourages Gifting Yourself
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Thanksgiving Pop Parodies
This Meghan Trainor Parody is Cleverly Called 'All About That Baste'
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Horror-Themed Phone Campaigns
Samsung's Join the Flip Side Takes Cues from 90s Horror Movies
Playful Pet Accident Campaigns
IKEA Unveils the Don't Worry, You Can Afford It Campaign
Anti-Consumption Natural Ads
The 'Girls Just Wanna Grow Plants' Ad Aims to Reducing Consumption
Charcuterie Advent Calendars
Hickory Farms' Countdown to Christmas Shares Sweet & Savory Snacks
Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
Cuyana's De-Influencing April Fool's Campaign Highlights Greenwashing
Ugly Christmas Sweater-Inspired Shoes
Nike Readies for the Holidays with the Ugly Sweater Dunks
Parenthood Beer Campaigns
Coors Light Celebrates Parents with 'Cheers to Parenthood' Campaign
Distorted Burger Campaigns
Burger King's A.I.LLOWEEN Features Unsettling People Eating Burgers
Instant Noodle Advent Calendars
Koka's Unique Christmas Countdown Shares 12 Comforting Meals
Playful Language App Campaigns
The Duolingo On Ice Campaign is Light-Hearted and Humorous
Retro-Style Pop-Up Camper Vans
The Citroën Type Holidays Brings a Concept Vehicle to Production
Hug-Activated Marketing Machines
UNIQLO France and The Pull Launch the Hug to Unlock Ad
Lazy Cereal Campaigns
SURREAL Cereal Cheekily Pokes Fun at New Year's Resolutions
AI Holiday Card Generators
Coca-Cola's Create Real Magic Shares Greetings with Iconic Assets
Inspiring Leftover Ads
Hellmann's Mayo Cat Super Bowl Ad Uses Mayonnaise to Fight Food Waste
Fast Food-Inspired Beachy Campaigns
Leo Burnett Italia Unveils a New Summery McDonald's Campaign
Candid Furniture Campaigns
Life is Not an IKEA Catalog Shows a Different Side of Home Products
Fake Ketchup Campaigns
This Heinz Campaign Exposes "Ketchup Fraud"
Spice Advent Calendars
Just Spices Curated 24 Spice Blends to Discover in December
Tuna Advent Calendars
Bumble Bee Seafoods Launched the Tuna Lovers' Advent Calendar
Convention-Challenging AC Campaigns
Samsung's WindFree Ad Stars a Savvy Grandma-Fluencer
Naughty Holiday Campaigns
Diesel's XXXMas is Inspired by Erotic 90s Aesthetics
Festive Turkey Burgers
Holiday Feast Turkey Stuffing Burgers are Full of Seasonal Flavors
Provocative AR Campaigns
NotCo's 'Not So Happy Animals' Presents Food Logos in a New Light
QSR Fireplace Channels
The Tim Hortons Fireplace on YouTube is Available Ahead of the Holidays
Vodka-Branded Holiday Lines
Tito's Handmade Vodka Launches Kinda Ugly Holiday Collection
Architecture-Inspired QSR Ads
This New McDonald’s Campaign Encourages Eating at Home
Film-Themed Cookbooks
A24's Scrounging Cookbook Takes Cues from Unusual Movie Meals
Cosmetic Criminal Commercials
Elf's Cosmetic Criminals Ad is a 15-Minute True Crime Parody
Connected Gamer Campaigns
Heineken's Just Another Night Out Shatters Anti-Social Stereotypes
Animation-Themed Coffee Products
The International Delight Grinch Collection Has Been Expanded
Kitchenware Christmas Crackers
Fortnum's 1707 Crackers are Filled with Miniature Kitchen Utensils
Festive Showroom Eateries
Seasons Eating's at IKEA Opens Roomsets for Holiday Hosting
Thanksgiving Instant Turkey Soups
Campbell's Chunky Debuts a New Microwavable Turkey Soup Bowl
Charitable Feasting Trousers
Irn-Bru Debuts a Pair of Festive Feasting Trousers for Charity
Celebrity-Fronted Gardening Campaigns
Miracle-gro Introduces the Gro Like Martha Campaign
Channel-Switching Commercials
This Tubi Super Bowl Ad Tricked Millions of Sports Viewers
Cartoon Underdog Soda Campaigns
Tractor Beverage Company Launches a Moving New Campaign
Short-Form Soap Operas
Unilever and TikTok Created a Content Series to Target #CleanTok
Cranberry-Topped Chicken Sandwiches
KFC Introduces the Seasonal 'Festive Chicken Sandwich'
Confetti-Filled Snacking Commercials
Frito-Lay Launches the Taste of Super Bowl Campaign
Wild Granny Campaigns
Liquid Death's 'Your Grandma’s Energy Drink' Stars Daring Old Women
Nostalgic Seasonal Candle Collections
The Yankee Candle Bright Lights Collection Has Five Scents
Influencer-Crafted Gin Cocktails
These Tanqueray Gin Holiday Drinks Celebrate Canadian Traditions
Alternative Advent Calendar Products
Haribo Christmas Mishap Bingo Updates a Classic Product
Witty Holiday Film Cookbooks
'The Unofficial Home Alone Cookbook' Has 75 Recipes
Dog-Friendly Holiday Kits
The Beggin' Pawliday Cheer Kit Invites Pets to Join the Holiday Cheer
70s-Style Cat Snack Ads
Temptations' Creamy Purrrr-ée Treats Star in a Nostalgic Holiday Ad
Humorous Period Care Campaigns
Thinx's New Period Underwear is Introduced in an Ad by OBERLAND
Seasonally Spiced Greek Yogurts
Chobani Greek Yogurt Spiced Holiday Nog is Festive & Natural
Holiday Movie Meal Kits
HelloFresh Created Elf-Themed Recipes for Fans
Nourishing Holiday Cosmetics
The Tree Hut Holiday Collection Gifting or Self-Indulgence-Ready
Cheeky Holiday Collections
Fruit of the Loom Introduces the Conversation Stoppers Collection
Nostalgic Flavor Campaigns
Knorr Introduces the Taste of Home Campaign
Edible Savory Sprays
The Tofurky Gravy Spray is a Multitasking Fragrance
Adorable Holiday Campaigns
Burberry's Holiday Campaign Spotlights Dogs and Ducklings
Thanksgiving-Themed Turkey Sandwiches
Firehouse Subs Just Added a New Thanksgiving Turkey Sub
Shoppable Commercial Series
Walmart's Add to Heart is a 23-Part Shoppable "RomCommerce" Series
Kindness-Encouraging Soda Campaigns
The Coca-Cola 'The World Needs More Santas' Ad is Festive
Decorative Holiday Marshmallows
The Sugar Lab's Holiday Marshmallows Liven Drinks with Fun Shapes
Festive Savory Snack Ads
Frito Lay Canada is Encouraging Canadians to Leave Out Chips for Santa
Festively Branded Sweater Collections
Unilever and notjust Collaborated on Christmas Jumpers
Retro Family Photoshoots
Blue Bunny is Inviting Families to Pop-Up 90s-Themed Photoshoots
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Edible Pastry Holiday Homes
Pop-Tarts & Tiffany Pratt Made Designs Inspired by Canadian Dwellings
Cheeky Martini Ads
Grey Goose's Classic Martini Cocktail Ad Pokes Fun at Celeb Creative Directors
Dramatized Caramel Candy Ads
Reese's Big Game Ad Shows Exaggerated, Relatable Reactions to Change
Aunt-Theme Open Casting Calls
Auntie Anne’s is Searching for Its New “Auntbassador"
Festive Rooftop Parking Spots
Aldi Installed a Parking Space for Santa's Sleigh and Nine Reindeer
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Candid Celebration Campaigns
Edible's "There's an edible for That" Celebrates Even Awkward Moments
Artistic Multi-Beverage Ads
The Coca-Cola Family is Spotlighted in this Unique Ad
Wine-Filled Holiday Crackers
Vinca's Wine Tasting Crackers Share Ready-to-Sip Canned Wines
Fued-Inspired Christmas Cards
Moonpig Unveils Its New AI-Powered Christmas Card Range
Cookie-Twisting Commercials
The OREO Super Bowl 2024 Spot Revisits Pivotal Moments in History
Wish-Granting Beer Ads
The 2024 Bud Light Super Bowl Commercial Introduces the Bud Light Genie
Sketch Comedy Retail Commercials
The Target Lady Ad Revives a Familiar Comedic Character
Festive Carnivorous Plant Ads
John Lewis' Holiday Ad Tells the Story of Snapper: The Perfect Tree
Complimentary Fried Chicken Ornaments
Church's Texas Chicken Fried Chicken Ornament is Realistic
Dynamic Convertable Camper Vans
Citroën Unveils the Type Holidays Inspired by the Type H
Empowering Car Ads
CarMax's New Ad Campaign Takes a Witty Approach
Champion Tax Ads
H&R Block's Ads Claim All Users are Tax Champions
Festive Elvish Candles
The Elf x Homesick Collaboration Immerses Fans in the Buddy's World
Blockbuster Shopping Campaigns
Walmart Reunited the Mean Girls Cast for Its Black Friday Ads
Genuine Friendsgiving Initiatives
21Seeds Infused Tequila's "It's Giving" Champions Realness
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Irreverent Ethical Soap Campaigns
Pure Rush Soap's New Ad is a Fresh Take on Sustainable Branding
Festive Social Campaign Cookies
The Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Supports Charities and More
Novela-Inspired Liqueur Ads
Kahlúa's Spots Bring Excitement to Everyday Occasions
Seasonal Christmas Meats
ALDI is Celebrating Christmas with the New Christmas Hams and Turkeys
Festively Flavored Snack Chips
These Walkers Crisps Flavors are Arriving for the Holidays
Friendsgiving Event Series
Butterball and Bumble Foster Togetherness with #FindYourTable
Cheeky Series Star Campaigns
MTN DEW Debuts a New Superbowl Ad with Aubrey Plaza
Sports Fan Advent Calendars
The Countdown to Chill Calendar Aligns with College Basketball Season
Frozen Dinner Holiday Calendars
Stouffer's Comfort Calendar is Full of Convenient Family Meals
Vacation Rental Campaigns
Airbnb Debuts an Animated Ad That Celebrates Booking a Place to Yourself
Mindful Illumination Holiday Campaigns
Santa & Cole Presents a Warm Embracing Light Campaign
Hilarious Fandom Cheese Campaigns
Beecher’s Handmade Cheese Launches First-Ever Paid Ad Campaign
Wine-Themed Holiday Sweaters
Franzia Wines Created Festive Boxed Wine & Matching Holiday Sweater
Personalized Grocery Billboard Campaigns
Tesco Ireland Gets a New Live-Prompt Campaign
Holiday Movie Candy Collections
Brach’s Elf Candies Were Created in Partnership with Warner Bros.
Rewritten Christmas Song Ads
Burger King UK's Hijacking Christmas Will Guide You to the Drive Thru
Accessible Seasonal Celebration Products
These Target Holiday Products are Priced at $5 or Less
Cheeky Seltzer Campaigns
NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer & Chloe Fineman Team Up for "Keep It Tasty" Campaign
Festive Holiday Meal Menus
The Honey Baked Ham Company Has Launched its Holiday Menu
Cranberry Season Campaigns
Ocean Spray's How You Cran Celebrates a Favorite Holiday Flavor
Rom-Com Gin Ads
Reynolds and Smart's 'Just Friends' Reunion Marks Friendsgiving Celebration
Festive Film Vehicles
Turo Helps Drivers Spread Seasonal Cheer with Limited-Edition Elfmobiles
Faux Santa Ad Spots
Mint Mobile's Ad Features "Greg" Who Looks a Lot Like Santa Claus
Review-Based Marketing Campaigns
These Amazon Campaigns Bring Real Reviews To Life
Sitcom-Style Thanksgiving Campaigns
Whipshots & Patti’s Good Life Teamed Up to Make New Traditions
Christmas Family Dinners
Farm Boy Offers $199.99 Christmas Family Dinner for Easy Holiday Feasting
Elf-Inspired Cars
Turo Debuts Elfmobiles in NYC to Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Elf Movie
Bacon Holiday Ads
Oscar Mayer Partners with Mint Mobile for 'A Side of Bacon' Holiday Campaign
Festive Grocer Product Lists
These Seasonal ALDI Finds Have Been Unveiled for the Holidays
Leftover Sandwich Campaigns
The Hellmanns' 'Between 2 Slices' Campaign Tackles Food Waste
Holiday-Ready Whisky Cocktails
Grant's Whisky Introduces Tailored Cocktails for the Holiday Season
Bar Cart Mascots
Tito's New Ad Series Features an Anthropomorphic Bar Cart with Mixology Skills
Christmas Carols-Inspired Mail Stamps
Royal Mail Presents its New Festive Stamp Collection
Smartphone-Filmed Festive Campaigns
Apple Celebrates Lunar New Year with Little Garlic Film
Personalized Holiday Newsletters
Pics & Wishes is a Line of Multi-Media Greetings
Savory-Sweet Seasonal Donuts
McCormick & Dough Doughnuts Collaborated on Holiday Doughnut Bites
Festive Display Contests
The Truly Keep It Light Holiday Edition Helps to Cover Utility Bills
Festive Dog Food Formulas
Burns Pet Nutrition's Turkey Dog Food Recipe is a Special Holiday Treat
Festive Cookie Brand Products
These New Keebler Products are Arriving for the Holidays
Christmasy Convenience Retailer Promotions
The 7-Eleven Holiday Deals are Here for 2023
Holiday Meal Savings Campaigns
The Dollar General 'Decked Out In Deals' Campaign is Cost-Conscious
Candy-Filled Christmas Ornaments
The Gummy Pop Surprise Holiday Hunt Series & Ornament is Festive
Comforting Oat Bar Ads
Humanaut Launches a Campaign for Bobo's, Highlighting Home-Baked Taste
Grocery Store Ad Spots
Morrisons, the UK Supermarket Chain, Celebrates Its Low Pricing in This Ad
Private Label Holiday Products
Sprouts Brand Holiday Items Have a Better-for-You Formula
Accessible Festive Grocer Products
The ALDI Holiday Assortment Has Over 70 New Items
Contemporary Home Brand Initiatives
abc carpet & home Participated in the Holiday Cheer
Festive Prepackaged Sandwiches
The Urban Eat Festive Range Includes New and Returning Favorites
Festive Holiday Dinner Pizzas
The Country Choice Christmas Pizza is Topped with All the Fixings
Seasonal Entertaining Campaigns
La Brea Bakery and Bread & Butter Wines Partnered for a Campaign
Personalized Heartfelt Digital Greetings
Merrygram Emerges as a More Meaningful Alternative
Parent-Focused TV Campaigns
NatureFresh's TV Campaign Explores How Active Parenting Benefits Kids
Festive Chip Campaigns
KETTLE Chips' Christmas Campaign Features 24 Days of Prizes