You open this set of reindeer coloring pages and it feels a bit like cracking open a box of old holiday decorations, the kind you forgot you loved. There are more than 60 designs waiting to be printed, simple ones for kids who just want a cozy activity and quieter, detailed ones for anyone who colors to relax after a long day. Pick a page, grab a handful of crayons or markers, and let the reindeer take over for a while.
The mix is pretty wide with some pages leaning into that classic holiday mood with Santa leading the way, and others play off familiar favorites like Rudolph with his bright red nose. There are tiny baby reindeer that look like they just learned to stand, more realistic drawings for people who want something a little grown up, and a few pages where the reindeer look like they wandered into a pile of tinsel or got dressed up for a party. A couple of them are even skating around like they own the place. Every design has its own small spark, and once you start flipping through them, it’s hard to stop.
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Reindeer Coloring Pages (60+ Easy and Free Printable PDF)
Reindeer Coloring Page
A reindeer trotting in the snow, shown in side view, with pine tree silhouettes in the background.
Coloring Tips & Tricks for Reindeer Coloring Sheets
Reindeer coloring pages are perfect for cozy winter afternoons, classroom activities, or winding down after a busy day. Whether your child is just starting to explore colors or you enjoy detailed adult coloring pages, these tips will help every reindeer design look a little more magical.
Start with a Light Color Base
Begin by shading your reindeer lightly with a base color such as light brown, beige, or gray. Use gentle, even strokes so you can build darker tones on top without leaving harsh lines. This simple step makes your coloring look smoother and more polished.
Layer Colors for Realistic Fur
To make your reindeer look soft and fluffy, layer two or three similar colors. Start with your lightest shade, then add mid-tones where the fur would naturally be darker (around the neck, belly, and legs). Finish with a slightly darker pencil or marker in the areas that would be in shadow to give the fur more depth.
Add Highlights to the Nose, Eyes, and Antlers
Leave small white areas or use a white pencil/gel pen to add tiny highlights on the nose, eyes, and antlers. These little touches make your reindeer look more lively and expressive, especially for characters inspired by Rudolph or cute kawaii-style reindeer.
Blend Backgrounds for a Cozy Winter Scene
Use soft blues, light purples, and grays to create snowy skies and winter backgrounds. Blend the colors together gently so there are no sharp edges between them. You can also leave some areas white to suggest falling snow or bright winter light.
Play with Fun Holiday Color Palettes
Reindeer coloring pages pair perfectly with classic holiday colors. Try red and green for scarves and hats, gold and silver for bells and ornaments, or pastel shades for a softer, whimsical feel. Let kids choose their own palette to make each page feel personal and unique.
Use Different Tools for Different Effects
Markers are great for bold, bright areas like sweaters, scarves, and gift boxes, while colored pencils are ideal for shading fur and snow. Crayons work well for younger kids who just want big, easy strokes. Mixing a few tools on one page can make your artwork more interesting and textured.
Add Sparkle with Simple Details
If you have them, use glitter pens or metallic pencils to add shimmer to bells, snowflakes, stars, and tinsel. If not, you can mimic the look by using light yellow or white lines around these details to give them a glowing effect.
10 Creative Craft Ideas with Reindeer Coloring Pages
Once your reindeer pages are colored, don’t just stack them in a drawer. Turn them into simple crafts that decorate your home, classroom, or Christmas tree. Here are ten fun and easy ideas to try with kids or on your own.
1. Reindeer Christmas Tree Ornaments
Reduce the coloring pages to a smaller size before printing, or cut out your favorite reindeer from a full page. Glue the cut-out onto thicker cardstock, punch a hole at the top, and add a ribbon or string. Hang your reindeer ornaments on the Christmas tree or along a festive garland.
2. Holiday Greeting Cards
Fold a piece of cardstock in half to make a blank card. Cut out a colored reindeer or a section of the coloring page and glue it to the front. Add a handwritten message like “Merry Christmas” or “Warm Winter Wishes” and you have a personalized card for friends, family, or teachers.
3. Reindeer Gift Tags
Print the reindeer designs in a smaller format or crop a page into multiple rectangles. Color them, cut them out, and punch a hole in one corner. Write “To” and “From” on the back, then tie them to gift bags or wrapped presents with string or ribbon.
4. Festive Reindeer Bunting
Color several different reindeer pages, then cut out the main reindeer or simple triangle or banner shapes from each design. Attach them along a length of twine or ribbon using tape or mini clothespins. Hang your reindeer bunting over a fireplace, doorway, or classroom board.
5. Reindeer Wall Art or Framed Prints
Choose a few of your favorite finished pages and trim them to fit a frame. Place them in simple frames or clip them onto a string with clothespins to create a rotating gallery of holiday artwork. This is an easy way to decorate for the season and show off your coloring.
6. DIY Reindeer Placemat
Laminate a full-sized colored reindeer page to turn it into a reusable holiday placemat. Kids will love having their own special “reindeer placemat” at the table. You can even create a matching set for the whole family with different reindeer designs.
7. Reindeer Puppets for Storytime
Cut out colored reindeer characters and glue them onto craft sticks or paper straws to make simple puppets. Use them to act out your own Christmas stories, sing holiday songs, or retell classic tales with the reindeer as the stars.
8. Reindeer Window Decorations
Color your pages using bright markers or crayons, then cut out the reindeer and simple shapes like stars or snowflakes. Tape them to your windows to create a cheerful winter scene. For a stained-glass effect, you can print the designs on thinner paper and color them with markers.
9. Reindeer Advent Countdown
Print and color multiple reindeer pages, then number them from 1 to 24 or 1 to 25. Hang them on a string or display them on a wall. Each day of December, flip over or remove one reindeer as you count down to Christmas, or write a simple activity or treat idea on the back of each page.
10. Reindeer Scrapbook or Coloring Book Collection
Gather your favorite finished reindeer pages and bind them together into a simple book using a hole punch and ribbon, yarn, or binder rings. Add dates, names, and little notes about when you colored each page. Over the years, this can become a lovely keepsake of your holiday coloring traditions.
