Archie 80 Years of Christmas #[nn]

Jo is determined to spread holiday joy in Riverdale, but when his efforts fall flat, he finds a surprising way to bring cheer—by sharing Christmas Eve with Mrs. Claus, who’s been spending the holiday alone.

Veronica’s holiday shopping takes a turn when a sudden snowstorm strands her—and the rest of the gang—in the mall, where their part-time jobs suddenly become their only way out. With Christmas looming and the exits cut off, the usual rivalries and routines get a seasonal twist.

Jo returns to Riverdale for the holidays, bringing festive cheer and a jingle in her pocket. When Mr. Lodge’s financial advisor threatens to drain his fortune, Jo’s holiday spirit and clever tricks might just be the gift that saves the day.

In "Christmas Past, Present and Future," Veronica panics upon hearing rumors that her father is selling the family mansion, sparking a heartfelt conversation with Betty about their cherished holiday memories. As the two reflect on Christmases long gone and ones yet to come, the story weaves warmth and nostalgia into a quiet, character-driven moment.

Archie’s convinced the school Christmas party is doomed thanks to a snowstorm—so he jumps in to help Mr. Weatherbee clear the walkways, only to accidentally plow and shovel the wrong day. When the real party day arrives, chaos (and a few laughs) are guaranteed.

In this heartwarming holiday tale from *Archie 80 Years of Christmas*, Sue Stringly’s Christmas wish isn’t for toys or treats—it’s a simple light on the old water tower, where ducks keep flying into the structure and getting hurt. When a duck goes down during a visit with Veronica, the two girls take matters into their own hands, climbing the tower with a flashlight to guide the wayward birds home.

In "Wisecracker," Archie’s holiday plans go hilariously off track when a momentary distraction leads him to toss Betty’s Christmas gift into the trash—only to deliver the trash can to her with a straight face. The mix-up unfolds with classic Archie charm, as Jo’s quick wit and Betty’s trademark patience are put to the test in a holiday mishap that’s equal parts cringe and chuckle.

In "Not Even a Moose," Archie plays Santa for a school charity drive, and when Moose insists he’s the real thing, Archie leans into the role—just to get Midge on his lap. Reggie, ever the prankster, tries to convince Moose otherwise by suggesting a beard-check, but the joke might be harder to pull off than he thought.

When new student Judy Price invites Archie to her Christmas party, the festive fun quickly spirals into a holiday tangle—especially when Archie realizes Judy has a twin sister he didn’t know about, and suddenly, every invitation, every handshake, and every awkward moment is twice as confusing.