How to Move During the Holidays Without Losing Your Mind

1. Book Your Movers Early

Holiday schedules fill up fast—especially in Central Arkansas. Between company parties, school breaks, and end-of-year travel, moving crews get booked weeks in advance.

Plan ahead:

• Reserve your move date at least 3–4 weeks early
• Confirm your time slot the week before
• Ask about flexible scheduling (Elite Movers can often adjust to your travel plans)

If you’re moving around Thanksgiving or Christmas week, early booking is your best stress reliever.



2. Declutter Before You Deck the Halls

Before you start hanging lights or wrapping gifts, tackle the stuff you don’t want to take with you.

Moving less saves money, time, and—let’s be honest—your back.

Quick wins:

• Donate coats and clothes to local drives in Little Rock or Cabot
• Recycle or toss worn-out decorations
• Sell unused electronics before the end of the year

Bonus: decluttering now can make room for those new holiday gifts that always seem to show up.



3. Pack with Priority in Mind

You don’t have to pack everything at once—especially not the things you’ll need for the season.

Here’s how to prioritize:

• Label one box “Holiday Essentials”—include wrapping paper, decorations, and baking tools
• Keep one box open for “Move Day Comforts”—coffee maker, snacks, towels, toilet paper
• Leave winter clothes and coats easily accessible for unpredictable Arkansas weather

Strategic packing keeps you organized—and stops you from digging through boxes at midnight looking for scissors or stockings.



4. Protect Your Fragile Holiday Items

Ornaments, wreaths, and glassware take a beating if not packed correctly.

Use bubble wrap or tissue for individual items and store them in sturdy boxes, not bins that crack in cold temperatures.

If you’re moving fine china or glass centerpieces, mark those boxes “Fragile – Holiday Items” on all sides.

A few extra minutes now saves hours of cleanup later.



5. Plan Around Your Holiday Calendar

Between family gatherings, travel, and office closings, the holidays create tight time windows. Don’t leave moving day logistics up to luck.

• Avoid major holidays like Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Eve for your move date
• Schedule utilities at your new place to turn on 1–2 days early
• Keep meals simple—think takeout or crockpot dinners for the week you move

Small moves on non-holiday weekdays often mean better rates and less traffic.



6. Keep the Holiday Spirit (and Sanity)

You don’t need to skip the holidays just because you’re moving. Keep a few familiar traditions alive.

Bake cookies, light a candle, watch your favorite holiday movie amid the boxes—it keeps morale up when things feel chaotic.

Moving doesn’t have to mean missing out; it just means doing it differently this year.

7. Leave the Heavy Lifting to the Pros

You’ve got enough going on. Let experienced movers handle the logistics so you can focus on your family.

At Elite Movers, we’ve helped hundreds of Arkansas families pull off successful moves during the busiest months of the year—with no broken ornaments or broken backs.

Whether you’re relocating across Little Rock, North Little Rock, or Cabot, we can make your holiday move smoother and less stressful.

Get a free quote today—and enjoy your holidays knowing your move is handled by the pros.

FAQ: Moving During the Holidays

Ready to move without the holiday meltdown?

Whether you’re relocating before the turkey hits the table or after the tree comes down, Elite Movers has your back.
We serve Little Rock, North Little Rock, Cabot, and surrounding areas with reliable, professional moving services—so you can focus on the season, not the stress.

Get your free quote today and let’s make your move the easiest part of the holidays.