Few holiday traditions are as cozy as putting on a pair of new holiday pajamas. Whether you’re opening presents, relaxing during a movie marathon, or posing for the annual family photo, the right ensemble makes the season a little more special and a lot more comfortable.
Holiday pajamas have also come a long way from scratchy fabrics and fancy prints. Today, you’ll find soft flannel button-down shirts, stretchy knit sweatpants, breathable cotton sets, and plush jumpsuits in everything from classic buffalo plaid to playful patterns. With so many options, it can be difficult to know which ones are actually worth adding to your cart.
To help, I’ve rounded up the best holiday pajamas for everyone in the house, including matching sets for families as well as standout styles for women and men. Below you’ll find choices in a range of prices, fabrics and sizes, as well as tips on what to look for when shopping.
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The Best Holiday Pajamas for Families
Gap’s cheerful ski print pajamas make it easy for the whole team to coordinate, since the matching collection is available in baby, child and adult sizes. This button-front set is made from soft recycled polyester jersey and features a notched collar. Select styles feature contrast piping and a chest pocket embroidered with Gap’s iconic Brannan bear. The pull-on pants also have a comfortable elastic waistband.
The Wondershop Hanukkah Pajamas from Target feature a blue and white plaid with tiny menorahs dotted throughout the design. The kids’ set includes a collared button-down top and elastic-waisted pants made from lightweight recycled polyester flannel. The collection is also available in adult, child and baby sizes so the whole family can match, and Wondershop offers other prints, like classic plaids, Fair Isle reindeer and sheep.
Hanna Andersson’s Dr. Seuss Grinch collection lets you create a coordinated look for the whole family, with sizes for babies, kids, women and adults, and even pets. You can mix and match some festive prints, including a “Merry Grinchmas” pattern on a red background, on pajama sets, one-piece suits, and socks, making them a fun choice for busy holiday mornings.
Burt’s Bees Baby makes it easy to dress the whole family in holiday pajamas, with styles ranging from newborn to adult XXL. Babies get zippered sleepers, kids get comfy two-piece sets, and adults get ribbed tops and drawstring lounge pants with pockets. Everything is made from GOTS certified organic cotton and there’s even a matching bandana for your pet. A number of prints are also available, including gingerbread houses, dreidels, and holiday cookies.
Little Sleepies are my favorite pajamas for my kids – everything is made of the softest bamboo and so comfy. During the holiday season, they offer family pajamas for babies, children, adults and even dogs. They also have a ton of prints including bows, gingerbread, jacquard and more.
This plaid print is part of Old Navy’s matching family pajamas collection, so everyone can rock the look in the style that suits them. Adults can choose classic button-down flannel sets for women and men, little ones can stay cozy in toddler and baby pajamas, and there are even options for moms-to-be.
Another brand I love for my kids, Posh Peanut offers holiday sets for men, women, and kids in eight different holiday prints, including Lior, Nutcracker, and Santa. The pajamas are made from soft bamboo and are very stretchy (great for placing over diapers or for adults who may have eaten a big holiday meal).
Lake Pajamas makes some of NBC Selected editors’ favorite pajama sets, and their holiday options don’t disappoint. They offer styles for men, women, children and babies. Unlike some of the other brands on the list, they offer a wide variety of items in their prints, including nightgowns and robes.
This plain red flannel set by Petite Plume is enhanced with a refined touch thanks to white piping and pearl buttons. It’s made from brushed yarn-dyed cotton that gets softer with every wash, and the pants feature side pockets and a drawstring waist. The style is available in men’s, women’s, kids’ and baby’s sizes, and the brand offers holiday prints, like tartan and canvas.
PajamaGram’s classic plaid pajamas are a must-have for families who want a traditional holiday look. Each set pairs a long-sleeve button-front top with long pants, and the soft fabric is cozy enough for cold Christmas mornings. They come in sizes for everyone from little ones to adults, and there’s even a matching option for the family dog.
How I Chose the Best Holiday Pajamas of 2026
To recommend the best holiday pajamas, I searched for highly rated options across major categories, including matching sets for families as well as styles for women and men. Every option on my final list is from a brand we’ve already covered or personally tried. Some pajamas were also sent to us as branded samples, and others were purchased with our own money.
To evaluate each pair, I evaluated its fabric, fit, comfort, price, and festive design. Our list includes options in a range of sizes and styles, from classic flannel sets to one-piece jumpsuits.
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I’m a business editor at NBC Selected, where I cover wellness, lifestyle and more. I’ve been working on gift guides and style content for over a decade. For this article, I’ve compiled a list of the best holiday pajamas of 2026, including highly rated options, NBC Selected reader favorites, and brands our editors love.
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