Free Printable Christmas Scavenger Hunt Game for Kids

Have some festive fun with this Free Printable Christmas Scavenger Hunt Game. It’s a fun Christmas activity for kids of all ages.

Whether you’re planning a Christmas party, looking for a fun classroom holiday activity, or want to entertain the kids at home, this free Christmas printable is a fun game for all occasions and is a great way to get kids excited about the holiday season. The game includes free hiding cards that feature classic Christmas-themed symbols.

What is a Scavenger Hunt?

A scavenger hunt is a game in which players search for hidden cards or specific items in various locations. Each player receives a Game Card, which includes a grid of Christmas-themed items to find. Players must check off each item as they discover it. The goal is to find all the hidden cards and complete the hunt.  

This version of the game has a festive twist, with cards like Santa, reindeer, snowmen, and candy canes to find. It can be played indoors, outdoors, or in a classroom setting.

This Christmas scavenger hunt is perfect for snow days or parties. It involves hiding cards around the house, leading kids on an exciting adventure from room to room.

How to Setup and Play the Game

Materials Needed:

• Scavenger hunt PDF with hiding cards
• Pens, pencils, or markers for checking off items
• Printer
• Scissors
• Cardstock or printer paper

To get the file, click the “Get it now” button above. For added durability, print it on white cardstock. Once printed, cut out the hiding cards along the lines. These cards will be the items that participants need to find during the hunt.

Choose your scavenger hunt location. Hide the hiding cards around the chosen area. Ensure the hiding spots are appropriate for the participant’s age group—easy-to-find spots for younger kids and slightly more challenging ones for older kids.

Hand out the scavenger hunt game cards, and let the hunt begin! Depending on the number of participants and their ages, players can work individually or in teams. As they find each hidden item, they should check it off on their game card.

You can enhance the experience with holiday party food, Christmas music, or DIY Christmas decorations around your home.

To add an element of excitement, you can offer small prizes or Christmas treats for those who complete their cards first.

Prize Ideas for the Winner

These prizes can be found at dollar stores and will make the Christmas scavenger hunt more fun for kids.

• Mini stockings or treat bags filled with homemade Christmas candy in a festive bag.
• Holiday slime
• Christmas coloring pages with crayons or markers
• Christmas-themed stickers
• Small jigsaw puzzles featuring Christmas scenes
• Christmas Craft Kits to make your own ornaments, snowmen, gingerbread houses, etc.
• Fun and colorful socks with Christmas-themed designs
• Festive pencils, pens, and mini notepads
• Headbands like reindeer or elf
• Light up holiday necklaces
• Party favors

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