Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever

As Christmas draws near, Greg is eagerly anticipating his wish to get the Mega Station 9000 video game console. His excitement to stay on Santa's nice list becomes his main focus, driving many of his actions throughout the holiday season.

In an attempt to spread festive cheer, Greg's mother, Susan, introduces a bizarre stuffed elf doll named Elfrendo. This peculiar gift unnerves Greg, who realizes it's intended to monitor his behavior for Santa, adding extra pressure to be on his best behavior.

To impress Santa, Greg convinces his friend Rowley to help him build a gigantic snowman. Their ambition spirals into chaos when the snowman transforms into a massive snowball that wreaks havoc on their neighborhood, much to their dismay.

As the gigantic snowball rolls out of control, it damages a snowplow operator's blade, leading to panic among the children involved. This incident forces Greg and Rowley to abandon their snowy creations and face the consequences of their actions.

While driving through town to admire the festive decorations, Greg discovers that the dumpster he and Rowley used to dispose of their clothing is actually a toy donation bin. This horrifying revelation leads to the public shaming of the boys as 'snowball bandits' via posters around town.

Determined to remedy their blunder, Greg and Rowley devise a plan to recover their discarded clothing from the donation bin. This quest becomes a testament to their friendship and the lengths they will go to in order to make things right.

Just when the winter festivities start to pick up, the family's power goes out unexpectedly, leading to chaos and disrupted celebrations. The outage stirs up frustrations among family members, complicating their efforts to enjoy the holiday season.

Amidst the family tumult, Greg's older brother Rodrick becomes fixated on identifying the culprits behind the snowball incident. His investigation creates tension in the household, as suspicions grow and the family's harmony is tested further.

The situation reaches a boiling point when Manny, the youngest Heffley, goes missing. This prompts a frantic search that ultimately uncovers his secret stash of supplies, illuminating some of the mishaps plaguing the family during the holiday chaos.

On Christmas Eve, the Heffley family embraces the spirit of the season, leading them to unwrap presents a bit early. Greg's hopeful anticipation of receiving the Mega Station 9000 turns to disappointment when he finds only clothing from his grandmother.

With the snowfall tapering off, Greg takes the chance to recover the lost items from the donation bin. Working alongside Rowley, they wade through snowdrifts, demonstrating their determination and teamwork in reclaiming their belongings.

As they prepare to leave the donation site, Greg is startled by the arrival of the snowplow operator. In a friendly exchange, she shares her challenges as a single mother while revealing her longing for the very same Mega Station, bridging their understanding.

Prompted by his newfound empathy after speaking with the snowplow lady, Greg makes a selfless decision to donate his coveted Mega Station to her and her son. This act becomes a significant step in his journey of gratitude and community spirit.

In a whimsical twist, as Greg disposes of his broken Elf on the Shelf figurine, it mysteriously reappears. This moment symbolizes not just a connection to the holiday spirit but also serves as a protective reminder of the lessons Greg learned during the season.