As we head into Christmas 2025, many people are rethinking what the festive season really means. Rising costs, digital overwhelm, and a growing focus on wellbeing have shifted priorities away from excess and towards comfort, inclusion and meaningful connection.
For blind and partially sighted people, these conversations are especially important. An accessible Christmas isn’t about perfection — it’s about removing barriers, embracing flexibility and making space for experiences that genuinely work.
Why “Accessible Christmas” Is a Growing Conversation
Search trends show increasing interest in topics such as inclusive holidays, accessible technology, and Christmas support for people with disabilities. This reflects a wider shift: people want celebrations that are calmer, kinder and more inclusive.
Traditional Christmas customs are often highly visual — decorations, cards, crowded shops and busy social spaces. While these can be enjoyable, they don’t work for everyone. Accessibility allows people to engage with the season in ways that feel comfortable and empowering.
Digital Accessibility and the Modern Festive Season
More of Christmas now happens online — from shopping and messaging to entertainment and reading. When digital spaces are accessible, they can open up the festive season rather than limit it.
Accessible apps, audio-first content and voice-controlled technology allow blind and low-vision users to stay connected, informed and entertained without added stress. This is part of a broader trend in 2025 towards technology that adapts to people, not the other way around.
Comfort Over Consumerism
Another clear trend this year is a move away from “more stuff” and towards comfort, simplicity and lasting value. People are prioritising things that bring calm and enjoyment long after Christmas Day has passed.
For many, this means quiet evenings, spoken stories, familiar routines and shared conversations — all of which can be made more accessible through inclusive design and thoughtful technology.
The Role of Stories at Christmas
Stories remain one of the most powerful ways to connect during the holidays. Audiobooks, spoken articles and shared reading experiences offer warmth, escape and companionship, especially during darker winter evenings.
For blind and visually impaired people, audio content is not just convenient — it’s essential. As interest in accessible entertainment continues to grow, listening is becoming a mainstream way to unwind and connect.
Looking Ahead to a More Inclusive Future
Christmas 2025 is not about doing more — it’s about doing better. Better accessibility. Better understanding. Better ways to connect.
By focusing on inclusion, digital accessibility and meaningful experiences, we can create festive seasons that work for more people — not just now, but in the years to come.
A Christmas That Works for You
There’s no single “right” way to celebrate Christmas. Whether your season is busy or quiet, social or reflective, what matters most is that it feels right for you.
As conversations around accessibility and inclusion continue to shape how we live and celebrate, we hope this Christmas brings comfort, connection and moments that truly matter.
For more accessible Christmas inspiration, read our Gift Ideas for Blind or Low Vision Loved Ones blog post— or learn more about RealSAM BookClub, where accessible reading continues long after the festive season.
