Do you tip carolers during christmas?

Question

I was just watching the simpsons episode with Funzo. Bart and Lisa were caroling.

In my neighborhood, nobody ever carols, but I always wondered: Do you tip the carolers or something?

Answer 1

no, you just shut the door in their face.

Answer 2

OMG...why does everyone think you have to tip every person that looks at you funny?

Answer 3

I would but they do not call round these parts either.  

Answer 4

I think most of the carolers sing from the bottom of hearts, so you probably don't. Unless you tip them from the bottom of your heart as well.

Answer 5

I don't think anyone has gone 'caroling' since the 1800's... doubt that they were ever tipped..

Answer 6

I used to go caroling and I love love love when carolers come by the house.  I've never heard of tipping them tho.  Sometimes people will ask you in for hot chocolate or something.  

Answer 7

I don't give money,  but when the kids come by every year I always have hot chocolate and candy canes ready for them.

Answer 8

no, tipping is not a part of this tradition.  Contrary to what the grinch over there says, listen politely, thank them and THEN shut the door...

Answer 9

I love a traditional christmas :D

I don't tip them i just wish them a good christmas

Answer 10

No, I never have. Never thought of it. I wouldnt feel obligated, but, if you can afford it, maybe a small donation to their church organization would be nice.

Answer 11

Great episode!

I don't really get carolers, but I did once go caroling to raise money for a charity and we took a big red bucket along to raise funds, so I guess thats the only time I would tip a caroler.

Other than that, I think the ideas about having lots of hot chocolate and cookies ready for them is really nice!

Answer 12

I've NEVER ever knew of anyone who actually did go door to door and sing songs.. I've only seen it in movies.(and on the simpsons)  But no, why would you tip them? Its Christmas and they are supposed to be out there spreading that good ol christmas cheer...

Answer 13

No-have lots of hot chocolate and cookies ready for them.