Holiday Gift Exchange Calendar

The spooky-cute summer holiday inspired by Gravity Falls — haunted aesthetics meet beach vibes. Run a Summerween Secret Santa with skull gifts, ghost lights, and Halloween-in-July cheer.

Kick off the school year with a classroom gift exchange, teacher appreciation swap, or college move-in gift draw. Budget-friendly, feel-good, and easy to organize online.

The Festival of Lights is a beautiful occasion for a gift exchange with family, colleagues, or neighbors. Share sweets, candles, and meaningful gifts that celebrate light and new beginnings.

Spooky season calls for a Halloween White Elephant or costume-themed Secret Santa. Set a $20–$25 budget, add a 'must be mildly terrifying' rule, and let the chaos unfold.

Friendsgiving is the perfect low-key excuse for a gift swap. Run a 'things I'm grateful for' themed exchange with a $15–$25 budget — candles, cozy socks, and good wine welcome.

Eight nights, endless gifting opportunities. Whether you do a full-group draw or one surprise gift per night, Elfster handles the matching so you can focus on the latkes.

The original gift exchange occasion. Invite your family, office, or friend group, set a budget, and draw names in seconds. Elfster sends invites, manages wishlists, and keeps the secret.

Celebrate unity, creativity, and collective work with a Kwanzaa gift exchange. Focus on handmade or culturally meaningful gifts — Elfster's wishlist feature helps everyone share ideas.

Ring in the new year with a resolution-themed gift swap or a White Elephant that doubles as a party game. Draw names ahead of the party and let the trading begin at midnight.

Celebrated across Latin America, Spain, and beyond, Día de Reyes is when the Wise Men deliver gifts to children. A perfect occasion for a family exchange or office Rosca de Reyes swap.

Leslie Knope's greatest invention — a celebration of female friendship. Gather your gal pals for a Secret Galentine exchange: wine, snacks, and gifts that say 'you're the best person I know.'

Beyond couples — Valentine's Day is a great moment for a Galentine's swap, a classroom card exchange, or an office gift draw. Keep it sweet, keep it $15 and under.

Swap out the Easter basket mystery with a Secret Easter Bunny exchange. Kids and adults both love it — fill wishlists with candy, spring treats, or a small gift that beats a grocery-store chocolate egg.

Coordinate a group gift for Mom without the group chat chaos. Add her wishlist to Elfster, split contributions evenly, and give her something she actually wants — not another candle.

Mark the Feast of Sacrifice with a thoughtful gift exchange among family and friends. Elfster keeps assignments secret, wishlists shared, and the celebration focused on generosity.

Coordinate the perfect group gift for Dad — or run a Dads vs. Kids White Elephant at your next family cookout. Either way, Elfster handles the logistics while you handle the grill.