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How to wrap a kids bike for Christmas

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Child's bike with fairy lights wrapped around it near a Christmas tree with presents in the basket

Christmas is fast approaching, and while some are still rushing to finish their shopping, many are turning their attention to wrapping gifts. There’s nothing quite like seeing your child’s face light up as they tear open their presents on Christmas morning!

While wrapping smaller gifts is often straightforward, wrapping a bike can feel like a daunting task—even for seasoned gift-givers. If Father Christmas has entrusted you with a bike this year, don’t worry! We’ve gathered some tried-and-tested tips to help you wrap a kids' bike for Christmas.

Our advice is based on years of experience buying bikes for growing kids, combined with brilliant suggestions from parents in our cycling community. Whether you’ve got just a few minutes or plenty of time to spare, we’ve got creative ideas to help you get the job done.

If the bike is still in its box, take a look at our guide on how to assemble a kid's bike.

And if you’re still searching for the perfect gift, check out our guide to Christmas gifts for kids who love cycling for inspiration.

How to wrap a kids' bike this Christmas: a guide for busy parents

Wrapping a bike might seem overwhelming, but there are plenty of ways to make it easier, no matter your level of skill, time, or patience.

We know the lead-up to Christmas can be hectic, so we’ve focused on simple, budget-friendly methods that real parents have successfully used, often late on Christmas Eve!

A huge thank you to our Cycle Sprog Facebook page for sharing their photos and advice to make this guide possible.

How to wrap a kids' bike with wrapping paper
How to wrap a kids' bike with a Christmas bike bag
How to wrap a kids' bike with a blanket
Easy alternatives to wrapping a kids' bike

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Wrapping up a kids bike using wrapping paper

The first thing that comes to mind for many is using wrapping paper to cover the bike. While this is the most traditional approach, it can also be the trickiest and most time-consuming.

If you decide to go down this route, we recommend wrapping the bike in the spot where it will stay overnight. Trying to move a fully wrapped bike is a recipe for torn paper (and plenty of frustration). This method works best for smaller bikes, like balance bikes, as larger bikes may require an impractical amount of paper and tape.

Several adults seen from above, attempting to wrap a balance bike with wrapping paper

Wrapping techniques to try:

The precise method: Wrap each part of the bike separately—handlebars, pedals, saddle, etc. This creates a beautifully detailed effect but can take several hours.
The quick method: Create a giant wrapping-paper "bag" around the bike. Stand the bike upright or lay it flat, then carefully envelop it in paper.
The middle ground: Wrap the bike in sections, such as the front, middle, and back. You may still need to wrap smaller components like the handlebars or pedals individually.

Top tip: Use high-quality wrapping paper to avoid tears during wrapping. Thin, flimsy paper will make the process much harder.

One of our Facebook followers, Jodie, shared how her son’s dad used the middle-ground approach to wrap a BMX bike. The effort paid off, as the big reveal on Christmas morning was unforgettable!

How to wrap a kids bike for Christmas day

Easier ways to wrap a kids' bike this Christmas

If wrapping paper feels like too much hassle, here are simpler alternatives to surprise your child with their new bike:

Christmas bike bag

A Christmas bike bag is essentially a large, festive plastic sack. Slide the bike inside, and you’ve got an easy, fuss-free solution for hiding the gift under the tree.

These bags are reusable, making them a great investment if you’re planning to gift bikes in future years. One Cycle Sprog reader, Dawn, even reused her bike bag as a tablecloth for Christmas dinner!

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Cycle Sprog reader Alice has a great homemade/eco-friendly alternative to the Christmas Bike Bag: a duvet cover!

She's used old cot duvet bed covers to hide a small bike in the past but says "Now that the boy child has entered the realms of an adult size bike, it might need to be a double!"

Easy ways to wrap a kids bike at Chrristmas

Environmentally friendly way to wrap a kids bike at Christmas avoiding a plastic bike bag

Use a blanket

For a quick and eco-friendly option, drape a blanket or sheet over the bike. A festive blanket works particularly well, but any covering will do the trick.

Just be sure to protect the chain and gears with an old cloth or bubble wrap to avoid getting oil on the blanket. This method is ideal for larger bikes or those aiming for a low-waste Christmas.

Keep it simple: skip the wrapping

Sometimes, less is more. Reader Lewis hung stockings from the handlebars of the bikes he gifted, while Sam used a simple tag on the handlebars of a balance bike to create a magical surprise.

These minimal approaches are just as effective and save time and effort.

Ideas for easily wrapping a kids bike this Christmas

Do I need to wrap my child's bike, or can I just leave it under the Chriistmas tree?

Add some sparkle with lights

Wrap the bike in fairy lights for a magical reveal. If the bike has a basket, you can fill it with small gifts or decorations. For the ultimate effect, turn off the lights and let the bike glow under the Christmas tree - it’s a moment your child will never forget!

Creative alternatives for memorable moments

Here are a few lovely ideas from Cycle Sprog readers on how to create that perfect Christmas surprise.

Some are incredibly easy and others require a little bit more effort, but they all had the exact same result: huge smiles come Christmas morning.

They can be very useful if you aren't able to leave the bike beneath the Christmas tree.

"My step dad and mum in the 80s did the best thing! They left arrows around the house from my bedroom together with Santa snow feet.

I followed them until I first found a bell and then a shiny new bike! It didn't matter that it wasn't wrapped because it was such fun!" Sally

"We had a piece of ribbon attached to the bike which trailed from all the way up the stairs!" Anna

"My experience as a kid, and we’ve done the same with our kids, is to let them open all their tree presents first.

Then when they are out of the room wheel the bike out from a place of hiding and act all innocent when they spot it. Don’t forget to have the mobile phone video going..." Stuart

Christmas trail leading to a new bike hidden in the shed