Christmas-themed graffiti has naturally been part of the scene since the early days, with writers from the Style Wars era putting festive twists on their work. From snowy backdrops to holiday characters, these pieces show how graffiti can bring the season to life on the streets. Here’s a look at 16 of our favorite holiday-inspired graffiti out there.

1. Merry Christmas Newyork Subway Wholecar by Lyndah and P Jay (1984)

Photography by Martha Cooper

2. Gift Wrapped Burner by SPOARE

3. SAYKO X-Mas Wreath

4. DAPR Grinch Boxcar Burner

5. Icy Igloo 3D Burner by Shentwo

6. The White NinjaGrinch Autorack Gift Heist

Photography by ridchief1

7. D30 Crew Chicago Christmas Wholecar

Photography by @chicagosteelgraffiti

8. A Very Wildstyle Christmas by Style

9. MEGA and Romeo Molotow Santa

10. JSON, SEEN, & RICHIE Happy Holiday New York Subway End-to-End

Photography by Martha Cooper

11. MFK CREW Grinch Wholecar Freight

Photography by @swish_1998

12. Scaf OneSanta Sleighs Crash

13. Santa Boxcar by Ramon Alvarez

14. YEMS Italian Christmas Grinch Panel

15. Lord TOPR (WINS) Christmas Light Forcefield Burner

16. KLAK2 NEXER and BIAT Northern Light Xmas Haze

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