Top 7 unusual Guinness Christmas records

Fastest wrapping of a person in gift paper

Siblings Sharon and Matt from the USA set a record by wrapping a person in gift paper in just 41.1 seconds. They needed only a few rolls of paper and lots of enthusiasm to achieve this record.

It was important to wrap the "gift" quickly and neatly. This record proves that even simple holiday fun can become a world achievement. Such an idea might inspire you to create your joyful traditions during the Christmas holidays.

Most decorations in beard

In 2022, Joel Strasser from the USA decorated his beard with 710 Christmas baubles, setting a unique record. This process took him over three hours, but the result was stunning.

The following year, he decided to expand his achievements and added 187 candy canes to his beard. Joel says this is his way of spreading holiday cheer and drawing attention to charity. His record became popular on social media and inspired many to try creative experiments.

Joel Strasser's record (photo: Guinness World Records)

Fastest transformation into a Christmas elf

Andre Ortolf from Germany set a record by putting on an elf costume in just 24.63 seconds. The outfit included a hat, pointed ears, a belt, and shoes with sharp toes. Official representatives of the Guinness Book of Records documented the record.

Andre noted that this was a challenge and a way to entertain his loved ones. His achievement is proof that holiday spirit can go hand in hand with sporting excitement.

Largest floating Christmas tree

In the Lagoa lagoon in Rio de Janeiro, an 82-meter-high floating Christmas tree is installed annually. It is adorned with thousands of lights and serves as Brazil's main symbol of Christmas celebrations.

A special platform and fastenings are used to ensure its stability on the water. The tree receives a new design each year, attracting millions of tourists. This unique achievement highlights how the Christmas spirit can manifest even in the most unexpected places.

Christmas tree in Lagoa (photo: Connect Brazil)

Tallest Christmas tree in the world

Every year on the slopes of Mount Ingino in the Italian city of Gubbio, a 750-meter-tall Christmas tree is created. It consists of over a thousand lights arranged to form a traditional Christmas tree shape.

This "green giant" has been the region's main Christmas attraction for many years. Creating such a tree has become a tradition that unites the entire community. Thanks to its scale and festive spirit, it entered the Guinness Book of Records.

Christmas superhit that broke three world records

Mariah Carey's song "All I Want For Christmas Is You" has become a true Christmas phenomenon, breaking three Guinness records at once. It is recognized as the most downloaded holiday track and the most successful hit in the history of Christmas music.

Every year, the song returns to the charts, reminding us of its timeless popularity. Mariah Carey even received a special certificate from the Guinness Book of Records, confirming her status as the "Queen of Christmas."

The cover of the single “All I Want For Christmas Is You” (photo: Wikipedia)

Most lights on artificial Christmas tree

Universal Studios Japan in Osaka set an impressive record by decorating an artificial Christmas tree with 612,000 lights. This grand light show became the season's main attraction and drew thousands of visitors.

Setting this record required weeks of preparation and team coordination. But the result exceeded all expectations, creating a real Christmas fairy tale. This record amazed visitors and became a symbol of festive magic.

Earlier, we wrote about how Santa Claus lives in his residence in Lapland.

Sources: Lifehacker, Guinnessworldrecords.com, Wikipedia.