2024 is just around the corner and, as the winter chill fills the air, you can almost smell the freshly baked cookies and see the twinkling lights. Meanwhile, you could start decorating with a cute Christmas wallpaper for your laptop to get you into that famous holiday spirit. Or maybe you’d like a preppy Christmas wallpaper for the desktop to add a touch of glam and magic to your surroundings? Well, I searched the web and made a list of my favorite Christmas wallpapers, and you can download each one in your preferred resolution and use them on your PC this winter season. So if you’re looking for a free Christmas wallpaper to decorate your computer screen these holidays, I encourage you to play some festive music and check out my selection: NOTE: If you need help, check out our guides on changing the desktop wallpaper in Windows 10 or the background in Windows 11. 1. Cute Christmas wallpaper of a snowman in a mug At the time of writing, winter isn’t here yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t brace yourself for the cold weather with a cup of something tasty. If this cute Christmas wallpaper makes you smile too, grab a hot beverage, join the snowman, and enjoy the bokeh effect in the background! Snowman In Red Ceramic Mug by Daniel Reche Download: Snowman In Red Ceramic Mug by Daniel Reche 2. Taste the winter holidays with this Christmas wallpaper for your desktop You know what would go great with a warm drink? The cookies in this Christmas desktop wallpaper. Not recommended if you have a sweet tooth, however! Cookies Pastries Oranges Christmas by congerdesign Download: Cookies Pastries Oranges Christmas by congerdesign 3. Tabby beside Christmas tree wallpaper If you’re having a snack, and your furry little friend isn’t around, your Christmas tree probably got its attention. You can use this Christmas wallpaper on your laptop when you’re away from home and missing your pet. Brown Tabby Cat Beside Christmas Tree by Pixabay Download: Brown Tabby Cat Beside Christmas Tree by Pixabay 4. Preppy Christmas wallpaper with gift boxes and red baubles Christmas is also about bringing joy to your loved ones by spending quality time together and exchanging thoughtful gifts. This preppy Christmas wallpaper helps you remember your holiday shopping, while also leaving plenty of free space for your desktop icons. Gift boxes with red baubles on top by Mel Poole Download: Gift boxes with red baubles on top by Mel Poole 5. Baubles and Christmas lights wallpaper If you want your holidays to be white and shiny, this baubles and Christmas lights wallpaper with a bokeh effect should get you on the right track. Christmas Balls by Toni Cuenca Download: Christmas Balls by Toni Cuenca 6. Christmas desktop wallpaper with two candy canes Do you want room for your desktop icons but would also like to get into the holiday spirit? If you also think less is more, this minimalist Christmas background for your desktop could be the right fit. Two candy canes by Joanna Kosinska Download: Two candy canes by Joanna Kosinska 7. Snoopy Christmas wallpaper This Snoopy Christmas wallpaper is cute, and it reminds me to hold on and try to make the most of this winter. And keep your friends close, just like Snoopy does with his yellow best friend, Woodstock. Brown bear plush toy hanging on green Christmas tree by Lucas Hoang Download: Brown bear plush toy hanging on green Christmas tree by Lucas Hoang 8. Dark Christmas wallpaper for your laptop or desktop If you like Christmas but prefer darker colors, this Xmas wallpaper could be just what you need. It also gives you lots of room for your icons, which should stand out even more on this dark Christmas background wallpaper. Gray pine leaves on gray surface by Annie Spratt Download: Gray pine leaves on gray surface by Annie Spratt 9. Pink Christmas wallpaper for your computer Choosing this pink Christmas wallpaper gives you plenty of room for your desktop icons at the bottom, and it also comes with additional holiday cheer. Christmas Gift and Decorations by Karolina Grabowska Download: Christmas Gift and Decorations by Karolina Grabowska 10. Christmas background with children seeing Santa The heartwarming scene in this magical Christmas wallpaper reminds us of the joy, innocence, and wonders of childhood. The holidays can be a special time for little ones and grown-ups alike. Children Window Reindeer Santa by Darkmoon_Art Download: Children Window Reindeer Santa by Darkmoon_Art 11. Cute Christmas wallpaper of a wooden owl with sleigh This owl is already prepared for Christmas, and it seems to be wondering why you’re not already racing down a hill on your wooden sleigh. If you’re looking forward to some holiday fun playing with your loved ones in the snow, this funny Christmas background is guaranteed to make you smile until that time comes. Owl Figure Wood by Alexas_Fotos Download: Owl Figure Wood by Alexas_Fotos 12. Christmas computer wallpaper with a snowflake decoration Speaking of snow, don’t forget your mittens or your gloves, depending on your preference! When was the last time you had a snowball fight with your family? Or at least a peaceful walk during the holiday season? Person Holding Snowflakes Decor by Jill Wellington Download: Person Holding Snowflakes Decor by Jill Wellington 13. Red Christmas background wallpaper with a cat and a tree Nothing says Christmas like the color red. Add the tree, the presents, and the cat in the wallpaper below for a purrfect Xmas, filled with magic and joy! Christmas Decoration Xmas by Bluemoont Download: Christmas Decoration Xmas by Bluemoont 14. Dark Christmas background with snowflake decoration If you prefer a more elegant style, check out this wallpaper with a beautiful snowflake decoration on a simple dark background. There’s room for your desktop icons, and the subtle magic of Christmas is really shining through. Brown Snowflakes by Pixabay Download: Brown Snowflakes by Pixabay 15. Xmas wallpaper with an AI-generated gingerbread house In the time of Bing Chat and ChatGPT, it seems only appropriate to include this AI-generated Christmas wallpaper for your computer. While there’s no sign of snow at the time of writing, this magical winter landscape keeps alive our hopes of a white Christmas… with lots of candy and gingerbread. AI-Generated Gingerbread House Gingerbread by JeanetteAtherton Download: AI-Generated Gingerbread House Gingerbread by JeanetteAtherton 16. Christmas wallpaper with red candles and green gifts The classic Christmas colors in this wallpaper are guaranteed to remind you it’s the holiday season. It feels a bit like a family is about to come in, filling the room with joy and laughter, doesn’t it? Unlighted Red Advent Candles on Table Beside Green Gift Boxes by Alex Fu Download: Unlighted Red Advent Candles on Table Beside Green Gift Boxes by Alex Fu 17. Christmas wallpaper with Cinnamon sticks This Christmas computer wallpaper is a subtle reminder of the winter holidays with its cinnamon sticks and bokeh effects. What cinnamon treats are you looking forward to? Cinnamon Christmas Decoration by TheoCrazzolara Download: Cinnamon Christmas Decoration by TheoCrazzolara 18. Warm beverage with marshmallows wallpaper After being out in the cold, there’s nothing better than a nice, hot, Christmas-themed beverage. Add a perfect white background, marshmallows, candy, and a matching shawl, and you’ve gotten yourself a perfect holiday wallpaper. Beverage Filled Mug With Marshmallows Beside Rope by Jill Wellington Download: Beverage Filled Mug With Marshmallows Beside Rope by Jill Wellington 19. White Christmas wallpaper with a gift box I think this Christmas background is a perfect visual representation of the act of giving, as well as the joy of receiving. And you should have no problems fitting in and finding your desktop icons on this pristine white background. A Person Holding Brown Gift Box by Karolina Grabowska Download: A Person Holding Brown Gift Box by Karolina Grabowska 20. Christmas wallpaper of lit candles and a miniature tree Christmas is a time for love, warmth, and peace. And you can always use the candles to find your way home to your lovely Christmas tree this holiday season. Lighted candles on black metal candle holder by engin akyurt Download: Lighted candles on black metal candle holder by engin akyurt 21. Christmas-themed cookies on a red background This wallpaper is a cheerful way to remind yourself of all the things you love about Christmas, and it doesn’t crowd your desktop too much. What’s your favorite thing about the holidays? Yummy creative Christmas cookies placed on red surface by Laura James Download: Yummy creative Christmas cookies placed on red surface by Laura James 22. Cute Christmas wallpaper with snowmen This cute Christmas wallpaper reminds us of all the different emotions one gets to experience during the holiday season. I prefer to focus on feeling happy and grateful. What about you? 🙂 Snowman Figure Cute by Alexas_Fotos Download: Snowman Figure Cute by Alexas_Fotos 23. Merry Christmas wallpaper Use this Merry Christmas wallpaper to get into the holiday spirit! In case it wasn’t already obvious, we wish you a warm, peaceful Christmas with those you hold dear! Stars Hills Merry Christmas by geralt Download: Stars Hills Merry Christmas by geralt Which Christmas background images do you like best? With Christmas just around the corner, decorations, baubles, festive lights, and Xmas trees are starting to pop up everywhere. I love having them on my computers and devices as well, and I hope you enjoy the cute Christmas wallpapers I chose for you this year. Let me know your opinion in the comments. That being said, the editors at Digital Citizen wish you a Merry Christmas, and lots of joy, peace, and happiness! We hope Santa is especially generous at the end of this challenging year and brings you the gifts of love and tranquility for the future. And, of course, the full contents of your Amazon shopping wishlist. 🙂