Free Christmas Scavenger Hunt Printable Game Clues

The holiday season is the perfect time of year to bring a little extra fun and excitement to your celebrations, and what better way than with a Christmas scavenger hunt? Whether you’re looking for a fun Christmas activity for younger kids or a creative challenge for older kids, this free printable Christmas scavenger hunt is a great way to keep the holiday spirit alive! 

Christmas scavenger clues are a fun way to engage the whole family as you search for more clues, gifts, and surprises around your home. From the first clue to the last clue, your family members will enjoy racing to find the next hidden Christmas treasure.

This holiday scavenger hunt can be played on Christmas morning, at a family Christmas party, as a fun Christmas party with friends during winter break, and so much more. With themed scavenger hunt clues inspired by classic Christmas items like candy canes, jingle bells, and Christmas lights, this is one of those favorite Christmas traditions that will become a yearly hit! 

With 62 clue cards you can print in this free Christmas scavenger hunt, you’re sure to find clues that work for your hunt. It makes finding Christmas presents even more fun and exciting than it already is. Not all clues will work for your family, so you’ll only use the ones you want and can recycle the others. 

Customize your Own Printable Clues

​Have specific clues you want to use or places you are looking to hide your clues? You can make your own clues with the customizable Canva template. 

You can make your own set or just add in a few extras for different locations that what are included. It’s the perfect way to make sure that the Christmas hunt goes as smooth as possible for the location you are setting it up in. Making up clues is honestly so much fun. 

Where Can You Download the Free Scavenger Clue Cards?

You can grab the digital download of the free printable scavenger hunt cards here in the Google Drive folder. Or, you can get them at the end of the post when you’re done reading. Just scroll to the bottom of the post and click the large image that says “Click to Download.” 

How to Set up a Christmas Scavenger Hunt

This fun activity is as simple as printing, cutting out, and hiding the clues. It’s a fun idea that adds a little holiday cheer without any additional cost or stress! 

You don’t need to use all 62 cards. I know not every house has all of the same items in them, so not all clues will work for everyone. Just recycle the ones that don’t work for you. I suggest doing a maximum of about 10-15 clues. 

And with so many clues available, you have enough clues to play for multiple years in a row.

What Type of Paper is Best?

For the best quality, I suggest printing the clues on white card stock. It is sturdier than standard printer paper and will stand up better to being handled during a scavenger hunt. 

Christmas Scavenger Hunt Riddles

Don’t want to download the cards and just looking for some Christmas scavenger hunt ideas? Here is a list of all of the Christmas treasure hunt clues we’ve included in the printable set. 

Christmas Scavenger Hunt Clues to find the Next Clue

1. Santa’s reindeer love to fly, your next clue’s hiding where clothes go to dry!  
2. Frosty the Snowman’s made of snow, your clue is where the cold winds blow!  
3. Ho, ho, ho, where’s Santa’s sleigh? Your next clue’s where you lay!  
4. Candy canes are a nice sweet treat, check where you keep things you eat!  
5. Rudolph’s nose is shining bright, find your next clue where there’s lots of light!  
6. Christmas Eve is coming soon, your next clue’s hiding by a spoon!  
7. The snow is falling on the ground, check where winter boots are found!  
8. Gingerbread houses full of candy, find your clue where Dad goes to be handy!  
9. Christmas trees are green and tall, find your clue by something small!  
10. The elves are busy all day long, check where you can hear a holiday song!  
11. On Christmas morning, we like to eat, look for your next clue by something sweet!  
12. Santa’s sleigh is full of toys, your next clue’s where songs make noise.  
13. With stockings hung up on display, look for your clue where you put plates away!  
14. Christmas cheer is in the air, your next clue’s hiding near a chair!  
15. Reindeer fly across the sky, find your clue where the pillows lie!  
16. Hot cocoa’s nice when it’s cold outside, check near the mugs for a sweet surprise!  
17. The snow is white and blankets the ground, your next clue is on something round!  
18. On top of the tree, a star will shine, your next clue’s where you store the wine!  
19. Santa’s cookies are oh so sweet, your next clue is where you store the meat!  
20. Rudolph loves to run and dash, check by the place where you hide the trash!  
21. Christmas presents are wrapped with care, check for your clue under the stairs!  
22. The North Pole is Santa’s town, look where you would hang a gown.   
23. Tinsel sparkles, lights are bright, your next clue’s hidden out of sight!  
24. A Christmas wreath hangs on the door, find your clue where coats are stored!  
25. Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? Your next clue’s where dishes go to get glistening!  
26. Santa’s sack is full of toys, your next clue’s where you make some noise!  
27. Christmas stockings hung with care, find your clue where you brush your hair!  
28. Christmas lights twinkle and glow, your next clue’s where the books all go!  
29. Rudolph’s nose is bright and red, find your clue where you make the bed!  
30. Santa’s reindeer run through the night, find your next clue by something white!  
31. Snowflakes fall and cover the land, your next clue’s where you wash your hands!  
32. The fire’s warm, the season’s bright, find your next clue where the cups sit tight!  
33. Cookies and milk are Santa’s treat, find your next clue where you sit to eat!  
34. The Christmas tree is full of lights, your next clue’s where you sleep at night!  
35. Gingerbread smells fill the air, your next clue’s hiding by the chair!  
36. On Christmas Day, the gifts we share, your next clue’s where you fix your hair!  
37. Santa’s boots are black and tall, check by the door at the end of the hall!  
38. Christmas stockings by the fire, your next clue’s where shoes retire!  
39. Snowflakes fall on Christmas Eve, your next clue’s where people leave!  
40. Holiday lights and garlands bright, your next clue’s where you turn off the light!  
41. Christmas cheer is in the air, check where you find wash your hair!  
42. Santa’s sleigh is full of joy, find your clue near your favorite toy!  
43. Christmas stockings filled with care, your next clue’s where you find fresh air!  
44. Santa sure is a spry old geezer, find your next clue in the freezer. 
45. Reindeer games are fun to play, your next clue is where Mom keeps her sleigh.
46. Papa Elf is Buddy’s dad, find me where meals are had. 
47. Christmas cards and holiday wishes, go to where you clean the dishes. 
48. Santa’s reindeer are his guides, find the next clue where the vacuum hides.
49. Let it snow, let it snow, look where you get your cup of joe.
50. Santa’s gifts are well deserved, look under the place where meals are served.

Clues for the Final Hiding Place

These are the clues geared toward the final clue that will lead to the gift (or gifts). 

1. You’ve made it this far, you’re almost there! The final gift is hiding where you sit in your favorite chair.
2. The last clue is here, it’s almost done! Check by the place where the stockings are hung.
3. Christmas lights are shining bright, the final gift is hiding out of sight—go look where you sleep at night!
4. Jingle bells ring, you’re close to the end, your gift is hiding where holiday cards send!
5. Your scavenger hunt is nearly through, your final gift is waiting where you put your shoe!
6. It’s Christmas time, full of holiday cheer! The last surprise is hiding where the tree brings joy every year.
7. One more clue before you’re done, the final gift is hiding where the laundry is spun!
8. The holiday fun is almost complete, your final surprise is near the place where you rest your feet!
9. One final hint before the big reveal, check near the spot where you cook up a meal!
10. The end is in sight, you’ve almost won! Your final surprise is where the hot cocoa is done!
11. One last clue before you cheer, your gift is hidden where the games appear!
12. Your journey’s not over, don’t lose your zest! Your gift is where the blankets rest!

The Final prize

The most important part in a scavenger hunt isn’t the prize itself. You don’t need big gifts for a hunt, even a small gift will do. 

It’s more about having a fun easy Christmas activity that everyone can be a part of, no matter their age. The best way to make new memories is to spend time having fun with your family (or friends), especially on a holiday. 

Conclusion

A Christmas scavenger hunt is a great way to bring a little extra joy and excitement to the holiday season for the entire family. Whether you’re searching for small gifts under the Christmas tree or racing to the next clue, it’s a fun Christmas activity that creates lasting memories for both younger and older kids. 

With these free printable Christmas scavenger hunt clues, you can enjoy a holiday treasure hunt that’s perfect for Christmas Eve, Christmas morning, or any time during the winter holiday season. Maybe it’s even something the naughty little elves set up at your home one morning.

Be sure to download the printable PDF file with all 62 clues and customizable option and get ready for a fun Christmas scavenger hunt game that will become a new favorite holiday tradition. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, enjoying family Christmas time, or simply looking for a little extra holiday fun, this Christmas scavenger hunt is a great activity to keep the Christmas spirit alive all season long!

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