Winter Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Actually Keep (Plus Presentation Ideas)

Celebrate this magical time of year with these festive favors.

Photos, clockwise: MV Creative Maison, Kordick Family Farm, Zazzle, Ariabella Candles

Updated Oct 12, 2026

Freshly fallen snow, cozy fireplaces and holiday lights…there's plenty to love about a winter wedding. If you're planning to exchange vows during the colder months, you'll likely need winter wedding favors to complement your theme. Want to add seasonal touches to your big day? Use our editor-curated list of winter wedding favor ideas for inspiration. From hot drinks and festive ornaments to cuddly accessories that'll keep your loved ones warm, we've searched high and low to find the best winter wedding souvenirs on the market. And, if you want to shop locally, you can visit The Knot Vendor Marketplace for even more ideas. The Favors & Gifts category is an excellent place to source unique take-home gifts in your area, including personalized keepsakes, edible treats and more.

Winter wedding favor ideas in this article:

Edible Winter Wedding Favors & Warm Drinks
Cozy & Practical Winter Wedding Favor Keepsakes
Festive Winter Wedding Favor Packaging

Edible Winter Wedding Favors & Warm Drinks

Hot Chocolate Favors

We're kicking things off with one of this editor's favorite wedding favors for a winter wedding: hot chocolate. These glass tubes are filled with cocoa granules (white or milk chocolate) and marshmallows and are sealed with cork stoppers. Each one can be decorated with a personalized kraft tag tied with jute rope for a textured finish. Trust us when we say guests will not leave these behind.

From $2.39 each | Etsy

Mulling Spices

Treat your loved ones to a soothing, comforting sip with an aromatic spice sachet. Each bag is filled with cinnamon sticks, black tea, dried oranges, allspice, cloves, star anise, peppercorns and bay leaves. Guests can use these winter wedding souvenirs to make hot cider or mulled wine when they get home.

$4.50 each | Etsy

Cute Coffee Favors

When it comes to choosing winter wedding favors, you can never have too many hot beverage options. These sealed packets of coffee beans are premeasured to make one pot of coffee and are guaranteed to be popular with guests. They come with labels featuring a gingerbread house that's right on theme for the festive season. Just be aware that some assembly is required.

From $3.28 each | Zazzle

Personalized M&Ms

Candy is always a good party favor idea, especially for a winter wedding. These mini packets feature a snowflake cutout and are filled with personalized M&Ms. Choose from 20 colors and decorate them with custom messages, clip art or even photos for a unique finish.

$2.99 each | M&M's

Bulk Candy Canes

Tuck a candy cane into every napkin ring for table decor that doubles as edible wedding favors. Guests of all ages will be thrilled to see these minty treats in their spot when they sit down. They're available to bulk buy in sets of 80, 240 or 500, so there'll definitely be enough to go round.

From $0.14 each | Amazon

Hershey's Kisses

Everyone loves chocolate as a party favor. Hershey's Kisses are an obvious candy choice for a wedding and these are specifically decked out for your winter nuptials. They're wrapped in colored foil and labeled with your names and wedding date surrounded by pine tree branches. Our advice? Buy in bulk! Guests will be grabbing these by the handful.

$0.51 each | Zazzle

Cozy & Practical Winter Wedding Favor Keepsakes

Snowflake Matchboxes

You've found your match in your spouse—now help each guest find theirs! These snowflake matchboxes are a simple (but cute) winter wedding favor idea. They feature your wedding details on an icy blue background for the perfect winter wonderland theme party favors. (Psst, they're available to buy in bulk, making them pretty affordable wedding favors too.)

From $0.74 each | Zazzle

Shot Glasses

Shot glasses make great winter wedding favors for guests over 21. These come in 19 different color options and can be personalized with your wedding details. Add a fun phrase like "Eat, drink, marry" for a playful touch or keep it simple with a "Thank you!" message for your guests.

From $94 for 24 | Etsy

Cozy Festive Socks

Make sure your guests don't get cold feet with these novelty socks as winter-themed party favors. They're unisex and fit sizes 6 to 13, with stretchy fabric to ensure a comfortable fit for all. There are two assortments to choose from: a cute gingerbread-themed set or a range of colorful designs featuring Santa, elves and snowmen. Leave a pair on each place setting or add them to welcome bags with other small take-home gifts.

$15 for pack of 12 | Amazon

Personalized Candles

Winter is arguably the coziest season, and nothing feels more comforting than lighting a candle. This vanilla-scented flame will help guests set a relaxing mood at home—perfect for recovering from a late night of partying. It comes in a glass mason jar that can be personalized with your initials, names and wedding date on the lid.

Use code KNOT15PM for 15% off your order.

From $3.75|Personalization Mall

Cute Holiday Magnets

Magnets are a classic wedding favor in any season, and these are just perfect for the holidays. They read "'Tis the season to be married" with your names surrounded by holly leaves. Cute and festive, these winter wedding keepsakes are a sweet way to showcase your magnetic love.

From $2.37 each | Zazzle

Festive Seed Packets

If you're searching for an eco-friendly wedding favor idea for your winter wedding, try these personalized seed packets. The recycled paper hearts are filled with non-GMO wildflower seeds, while the cards are decorated with festive poinsettias, berries and pine cones. Guests will be excited to plant these in their garden once spring rolls around.

From $0.75 each | Etsy

Cozy Plaid Blankets

Looking for rustic wedding favors that fit your cozy winter aesthetic? These plaid blankets are right on theme. They're made from soft flannel fleece and come in packs of 24, so you can easily order one for every guest. Choose from four different designs (we love the classic red pattern) or grab an assortment of each to mix and match.

$4.13 each | Amazon

Winter-Themed Bottle Openers

These cute festive bottle openers come in a range of winter-themed designs that can be personalized with your names and wedding date. You can opt to buy just the bottle openers on their own, or with cards that say "Thank you for celebrating with us." You may also choose to add a transparent bag to package them in.

From $60 for 20 | Etsy

Mini Christmas Candles

Mini tinned winter wedding favor candles

These mini tinned candles come in four different festive scents: pine and cypress, vanilla and cashmere, juniper and evergreen, and gingerbread cookie. Each tin features a stylish sticker with a holiday greeting and your personalized message. Best of all, the candles are made from 100% soy wax, with lead-free cotton wicks and non-toxic, clean-certified fragrances.

From $3 each | Etsy

Festive Wooden Coasters

Coasters are practical gifts that guests can use over and over again. This natural wood design is laser-engraved with your personalized message, and finished with protective varnish coating for durability. Each coaster comes with an envelope and a festive sticker, so they'll look super-cute at each place setting.

From $1.25 each | Etsy

Mini Wedding Bells

Kissing bells or jingle bells—no matter what you call them, these winter wedding favors will make a cute addition to each place setting. Each bell comes with a little card that reads: "This tiny Wedding bell salutes the Bride and Groom and the joy that fills the room. Ring it loud when they are near so all may hear the pledge of love they hold so dear." Adorable!

From $52 for 50 | Etsy

Personalized Bookmarks

These personalized mini bookmarks are a lovely way to treat your guests without going over budget. They feature a seasonal pattern of winter flowers and berries on one side, and your custom message on the other. Now, guests will think of you when they're getting cozy with their favorite holiday read.

$15 for pack of $50 | Zazzle

Miniature Mason Jars

We love these mini mason jars for winter-themed weddings. Practical yet Pinterest-worthy, they're ideal for serving small shots of hot cider or wine during the reception. The label features a festive wreath, and can be personalized with your names and wedding date or a message of your choice.

$38 for 12 | Etsy

Bottle Opener Coasters

A winter wedding favor that can be used in two ways? Sign us up! These clever gifts work as both coasters and bottle openers, allowing guests to crack open drinks and spare their surfaces in one fell swoop. They're printed with a message that reads "Eat, drink and be merry" to bring some seasonal silliness to the table.

$20 for 8 | My Wedding Favors

Festive Soaps

Scented soaps are a great party favor for any kind of celebration, including winter weddings. These are shaped like snowflakes and are lightly scented with gingerbread and cinnamon—perfect for the festive season. Have them wrapped in cellophane and tied with custom tags for cute Christmas favors that guests can take home with them.

From $48 for 50 | Etsy

Custom Wooden Spoons

There's just something about the holiday season that makes us want to indulge in homebaking. Tap into these wholesome vibes by giving each of your guests a personalized wooden spoon. Aside from being a creative winter wedding favor idea, it's a practical gift they can use to whip up their favorite baked goods. Put your own stamp on them by adding your names, along with a punny phrase like "The perfect mix" or "recipe for love."

$4.15 each | Etsy

Playing Cards

A pack of playing cards is always a good wedding favor and these just got a festive upgrade. They're decorated with a cheery Santa illustration, which can be personalized with your choice of text.

From $9.28 each | Zazzle

Hand Warmers

Not all winter wonderland favor ideas have to be whimsical or charming—they can be downright practical too. These hand warmers are a thoughtful gift that guests will appreciate when temperatures drop, especially if you're celebrating outdoors. Slip them into favor bags with other small gifts to help them stay warm all day and night.

From $0.49 each | Walmart

Christmas Tree Ornaments

We couldn't complete our list without including Christmas ornament wedding favors. These flat wooden baubles are etched with a festive message with your names and wedding details underneath. Order them in bulk to ensure everyone gets something pretty to hang on their tree.

From $1.83 each | Etsy

Festive Winter Wedding Favor Packaging

Cute Favor Boxes

Hosting your wedding at a mountain chalet or ski resort? These winter wedding favor boxes will make a cool addition to your nuptials. Each one features a cartoonish sketch of a couple on a ski lift and can be personalized with your names and wedding date. Fill them with sweet treats, cozy accessories or anything else that fits the theme.

From $2.48 each | Zazzle

Plaid Drawstring Bags

If you're looking for winter or Christmas wedding favors you can assemble yourself, these plaid drawstring bags are a great place to start. They're made from cotton and come in sets of 24 with snowflake gift tags for writing thank-you notes. What you put in them is entirely up to you, so don't be afraid to get creative (think: candy, bottle openers, matches or playing cards.)

$0.42 each | Amazon

The Knot Holiday Cards

A holiday card from The Knot is the perfect accompaniment for a festive wedding favor. Choose between 194 seasonal designs, all personalized with your names and message. Some can also be customized with your photo—why not use your engagement pics? Add a sweet handwritten message to each card for a truly personal gift.

Get 40% off all holiday cards with code HOLIDAY40.

From $0.77 each | The Knot

Luxury Wedding Favor Boxes

These elegant wedding favor boxes come in a range of seasonally-appropriate colors, including gold, ivory, navy and burgundy. They come wrapped in satin ribbons and feature a beautiful embossed rose design with the words "Thank you." Fill them with candies or chocolates for a sweet and beautifully-presented gift.

From $17 for set of 10 | Etsy

Additional market work by Doireann Mangan.