Christmas Scavenger Hunt Kit Guide

You’ve got everything you need to make an amazing Christmas adventure for someone. The basic set-up of the Christmas scavenger hunt is simple: hide your clues in fun locations, give the solver the first clue to launch the adventure, and have them find their personalized golden ticket prize at the end.

If you're looking for fun ideas for clues to write, check out the ideas below to help you get started.

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Examples of Christmas-themed scavenger hunt riddles

INDOOR

  1. (in a present): Under the tree, where presents delight, your next clue awaits, wrapped up tight
  2. (in the Christmas tree): Among tinsel and lights that brightly twinkle, discover your next clue where the ornaments sprinkle
  3. (chair): Where carolers sing and joy is in the air, find your next clue near the comfy chair
  4. (by the mistletoe): Beneath the mistletoe, where love is in the air, your next hint is waiting with a hint of flair
  5. (by Christmas cards): Where holiday cards display festive cheer, find your next clue somewhere near
  6. (in a stocking): Under the glow of festive lights so bright, your clue hides where stockings are hung with delight
  7. (bathroom cupboard): Mistletoe hangs with love in the air, find your next clue where you style your hair
  8. (bookshelf): Snowflakes gently fall to the ground, your next hint hides where stories are found
  9. (lamp): Carolers sing with voices bright, your next hint is where the lamps shed light
  10. (coat rack): Ho, ho, ho, Santa's hearty call, your next hint is where the coats and scarves fall
  11. (microwave): Frosty the Snowman needs a warm embrace, look for your next clue near the kitchen's heating device
  12. (television): Lights, camera, Christmas action so bright, find your next hint where festive movies take flight
  13. (couch): A spot to relax after decking the hall, your next clue is where cushions embrace holiday sprawl
  14. (computer): In the digital world where pixels gleam bright, find your next clue where Santa's list is typed
  15. (table): Where feasts are spread with festive cheer, your next clue is where the holiday tablecloth appears
  16. (towel): Drying off after a frosty snowball bout, find your next hint where holiday towels hang about
  17. (oven): In the heart of the kitchen where warmth does flow, your next clue is near the holiday feast's glow
  18. (pantry): Where cans and boxes create a festive array, find your next clue where holiday ingredients hold sway
  19. (mirror): Reflect on this clue, it's a festive sight, find your next hint where the mirror catches holiday light.
  20. (dog food): For the furry friend with a wagging tail, your next hint is where their holiday treats are kept in a pail
  21. (guitar): Strings that strum a holiday tune, to get your next clue find this instrument soon
  22. (clock): Ticking away to a holiday rhyme, find your next hint where the clock chimes
  23. (window): Where frosty patterns begin to trace, find your next clue by the holiday window's grace
  24. (gingerbread house): In the room where holiday sweetness takes its stand, find your next clue near the gingerbread house so grand
  25. (kettle): In the kitchen where carols and warmth enhance, find your next hint with the item that makes hot water dance
  26. (toaster): Where bread becomes a festive delight, find your next clue near the toaster's Christmas light

OUTDOOR

  1. (doorbell): Tidings of comfort and joy they bring, seek your next clue where the doorbell sings
  2. (mailbox): Where letters to Santa find their way, your next clue is where the holiday cards wait for the postman to take them away.
  3. (car): Rev up your search in a merry glee, your next clue is where tires and an engine help one flee
  4. (wreath): On the door where holiday welcomes begin, find your next hint in a circular holiday spin
  5. (snowman): Where the snow glistens with a sparkling hue, find your next hint near a snowman in view
  6. (welcome mat): At the doorstep where holiday welcomes begin, find your next clue beneath this mat with a festive trim