Candy Cane Coloring Pages

Get into the holiday spirit with this cute collection of 20 candy cane coloring pages! These festive designs showcase the charm of striped peppermint sticks in all their seasonal glory. From classic candy canes hanging on Christmas trees to creative swirls and patterns, these pages are packed with holiday cheer. Grab your favorite colors and bring these peppermint treats to life!

All of these free printables are designed for US letter size but also print perfectly on A4 paper. Just click the image or link below to download the PDF files!

Crafting Fun with Candy Cane Coloring Pages

Once you’ve colored your candy cane sheets, don’t let them pile up, turn them into festive keepsakes and decorations! Here are some creative ways to repurpose them, along with a few fun candy cane facts sprinkled in for extra holiday cheer.

1. Candy Cane Garland of Joy

Cut out your candy canes, punch a hole at the top, and string them together with festive ribbon or twine. Hang it up on a classroom wall, your Christmas tree, or even around a doorway for an instant holiday cheer boost!

Fun Fact: Candy canes were invented over 350 years ago! Originally, they were plain white and bent into a shepherd’s crook shape to remind people of the shepherds who visited baby Jesus.

2. DIY Holiday Cards

Fold a piece of construction paper in half to make a card, then glue your candy cane art on the front. Write a heartfelt message inside (“You’re sweeter than a candy cane!”) and give it to a friend, family member, or teacher.

Fun Fact: Use this idea to encourage students to practice their handwriting and spread holiday cheer by writing thank-you cards for community helpers!

3. Candy Cane Gift Tags

Trim around the edges of your colored candy canes, punch a hole, and voila—unique, handmade gift tags! Tie them to presents with a little ribbon, and your gifts will have that extra touch of charm.

Fun Fact: The red and white stripes of candy canes didn’t appear until the early 1900s. The red symbolizes Christ’s sacrifice, and the white stands for purity.

4. Pop-Up Holiday Scene

Create a 3D diorama! Fold a shoebox lid or piece of cardboard in half to make a stand-up background. Cut out your candy canes and attach them with glue or tape. Add other holiday-themed crafts, like construction paper trees or tiny cotton-ball snowmen, to complete the scene.

Fun Fact: Use this as an imaginative activity to tell holiday stories or let your kids put on a puppet show!

5. Sweet Ornaments

Laminate the candy cane art (or cover it with clear contact paper), punch a hole at the top, and add a loop of string or ribbon. Ta-da—your very own homemade ornament! Hang it on your tree, or use it to decorate your windows.

Fun Fact: Did you know? Over 1.76 billion candy canes are made every year! That’s enough to stretch around the world almost seven times.

6. Candy Cane Collage

Combine all the candy cane pages into one giant collage. Arrange them into a heart shape, candy cane letters, or even a festive wreath design. Frame it for a unique holiday decoration!

Fun Fact: Have students work together on a massive candy cane mural to promote teamwork and creativity.

7. Holiday Treasure Hunt

Cut out the candy canes, write clues or fun facts on the back, and hide them around the house or classroom. Host a scavenger hunt where kids search for all the candy canes!

Fun Fact: Peppermint, the flavor of candy canes, has been used for centuries to soothe upset stomachs and even improve focus.

More Coloring Pages

• Holidays Coloring Pages for Kids and Adults
• Religious Coloring Pages for Kids and Adults
• Nativity Coloring Pages
• Free Printable Christmas Cards

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