North Pole Arrival Breakfast
Your elf arrives on day one with a tiny breakfast spread and a note saying they have flown all night.
10 min setup No mess 4 items
Blanket Fort
The elf builds a mini fort out of napkins and pegs — or a full-size one for the family.
Big reactionKindness
How to set it up
- Drape a tea towel or blanket over two chairs.
- Put a torch and a book inside.
- Leave the elf at the entrance with a “Password?” sign.
What you need
- Blanket or tea towel
- Chairs
- Torch
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Hot Air Balloon Arrival
A balloon tied to a small basket or cup carries the elf in from the North Pole.
10 min setup No mess 4 items
Zip Line Across the Living Room
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Elf Movie Night
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10 min setup No mess 4 items
Candy Cane Hunt
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10 min setup No mess 2 items
Sticky Note Graffiti
The elf covers a mirror or door in sticky notes spelling a message or making a picture.
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