25 Gingerbread House and Man Coloring Pages

Get ready to step into a world of cozy holiday fun with these gingerbread house coloring pages that are all free to download or print! Nothing captures the magic of the season quite like a colorful gingerbread house, decorated with icing, gumdrops, and candy canes. Whether you love the classic gingerbread cottage, a snowy candy village, or a whimsical cookie mansion, these printable designs are perfect for kids and adults who want to bring a little sweetness to their day.

You’ll find a variety of gingerbread house coloring sheets here — from simple outlines that are great for younger children to detailed, intricate designs that older kids and adults will love filling in. Some pages feature snowy rooftops, candy windows, gingerbread families, and even Santa visiting a candy-covered home. Each one is designed to inspire creativity and add a dash of holiday cheer to your art time. These make perfect winter break activities, classroom projects, or festive decorations for your home.

To get started, click on any of the images below, and a printable PDF coloring sheet will open in a new tab. From there, you can download or print as many as you like. You can even color digitally on a tablet or iPad if you prefer! All of these coloring pages are formatted for standard US letter size (8.5 x 11 inches), but they also print beautifully on A4 paper. Get your crayons, markers, or colored pencils ready and start adding your own sweet touches to these printable gingerbread houses!

Fun Things To Do With Your Gingerbread House Coloring Pages

Once you’ve colored your gingerbread house coloring sheets, don’t just stop there! There are so many creative ways to use them for crafts, classroom projects, or holiday decorations. Here are some fun and easy ideas to try at home or school:

1. Create a Gingerbread Village Wall Display

After printing and coloring several designs, cut them out and tape or glue them onto a large sheet of construction paper or poster board. Arrange them into a “village” layout — maybe even add paper snowflakes, cotton ball snow, and drawn pathways between the houses. This makes a fun winter wall decoration for classrooms, hallways, or family rooms. You can even write names on each gingerbread house to represent family members or classmates.

2. Make a Foldable Holiday Card

Turn your colored gingerbread house sheet into a charming holiday greeting card! Simply print the coloring page on cardstock, color it in, and fold it in half. Write a sweet message inside like “Home for the Holidays” or “Wishing You a Sweet Christmas.” Add a little glitter glue or stickers for extra sparkle. Kids will love giving these to family, teachers, or friends as homemade gifts.

3. Build a Paper Gingerbread Village Centerpiece

Print several coloring pages on thicker paper and color them in with markers or paint. After coloring, cut out the houses and fold the edges slightly so they can stand up on a flat surface. Arrange them in a circle or line on a table, add small LED tea lights behind them for a glowing window effect, and sprinkle fake snow or cotton batting around them. You’ll have a lovely table centerpiece for the holidays that doesn’t require baking!

4. Turn Coloring Sheets Into Gift Tags

Shrink the printable PDF file before printing so the houses are small enough to cut out as tags. Color them, then punch a small hole at the top and thread ribbon or string through it. Use them to decorate holiday presents or treat bags. Not only do they look adorable, but they also add a handmade touch to your gifts.

5. Make Gingerbread House Ornaments

Color and cut out your favorite gingerbread house designs, then laminate them or cover them with clear contact paper for durability. Punch a hole at the top and tie a loop of ribbon or twine through it. Hang them on your Christmas tree or around your home for a sweet, candy-filled look. You could even write the year or your name on the back to remember when you made it!

6. Create Storybook Scenes

Use several gingerbread house coloring sheets to create a storytelling project. Once colored, glue each house onto a piece of colored cardstock and write a short story or description underneath — for example, “This is the Gingerbread Bakery where all the cookies are made!” This is a wonderful classroom activity that encourages creativity and writing skills along with art.

7. Design a Holiday Countdown Calendar

Choose 24 small gingerbread house coloring pages and number them from 1 to 24. Tape them on a large poster board in a grid to create an advent calendar. Each day leading up to Christmas, flip one over or lift a flap to reveal a message, treat, or sticker underneath. It’s a fun and artistic way for kids to count down the days until the holidays!

8. Make a Coloring Garland

Once your gingerbread house pages are colored, cut them out and use mini clothespins to hang them along a string or ribbon. Stretch the garland across a fireplace mantle, wall, or doorway. Mix in paper candy canes, stars, or snowflakes for an even more festive look. This is an easy, affordable way to decorate your home for the season.

9. DIY Wrapping Paper

If you have larger coloring pages, print several and color them lightly using crayons or colored pencils so the paper remains flexible. Then use the sheets to wrap small presents or stocking stuffers. It’s a unique and eco-friendly alternative to store-bought wrapping paper — and it adds a special handmade touch.

10. Turn It Into a Puzzle

After coloring your gingerbread house, glue the sheet to a piece of cardboard or thin foam board. Once dry, cut it into several puzzle-like pieces using scissors or a craft knife. Mix the pieces up and see if your child can put it back together! This makes a fun, hands-on activity for snowy days indoors.

11. Create a Classroom Bulletin Board Display

Teachers can use these printable coloring sheets as part of a holiday classroom activity. Have each student color their own gingerbread house, label it with their name, and display all the finished sheets together on a “Gingerbread Lane” bulletin board. Add cotton for snow and glitter for icing to make the display extra special.

12. Make a Shadow Box Scene

Print, color, and cut out several houses and candy decorations. Use a small cardboard box (like a shoebox) as your base, and create a 3D diorama by layering the pieces at different depths inside the box. Add some battery-powered fairy lights or small LED candles inside to make your gingerbread village glow beautifully at night.

13. Design Holiday Place Cards

Print smaller versions of the coloring sheets and color them in to match your holiday table theme. Write each guest’s name on the front door of the gingerbread house, then place one at each table setting. It’s a fun and creative way to personalize your dinner or party décor!

14. Make Stickers or Magnets

Scan your finished coloring pages and print them on sticker paper. Cut out the designs to make gingerbread-themed stickers that you can use for notebooks, cards, or planners. Or, print them on magnetic paper to create festive fridge magnets for the holidays.

15. Frame Your Masterpiece

Once you’ve finished your favorite gingerbread house, place it in a frame and display it as part of your holiday décor. You can even rotate new pages each year and build a small gallery wall of your seasonal artwork.

No matter how you choose to use your gingerbread house coloring sheets, they’re a wonderful way to spread cheer and creativity. With these free printable PDF designs, you can decorate, craft, and create memories all season long. So grab your colors, print your favorites, and start building your very own paper gingerbread village today!