Dirty Santa
A White Elephant cousin with regional rules and an emphasis on strategic steals.
Guide in editorial review
Christmas gift exchange games
Pick the gift exchange your group will actually enjoy
Compare the rules before anyone buys a gift. Choose a calm private draw, a loud stealing game, or a regional variation—then use the free organizer and live game board on your phone.
Choose your Christmas gift exchange
Start with the mood you want in the room.
White Elephant
Open a wrapped gift or steal one. Best for lively groups and dramatic presents.
Read the complete rules →Secret Santa
Draw one private recipient per person, set a budget, and exchange gifts later.
See how Secret Santa works →Yankee Swap
Another popular name and ruleset for the open-or-steal Christmas exchange.
Guide in editorial review
1
Set one budget
Everyone plays by the same clear limit.
2
Share one link
People join from a phone without setup confusion.
3
Let the app track it
Names, turns, steals, and gift readiness stay organized.