It’s almost winter break. What do you do with it while the kiddos are out of school? Gardner Village has a fun, free playful idea for you and your family. Come find Santa’s elves at this year‘s Elf Scavenger Hunt. You can download your scavenger hunt form here or use your phone’s camera with the QR code printed on the scavenger hunt signs throughout the village, including outside of Archibald‘s restaurant, the Chocolate Covered Wagon, and the center court next to the ice-skating elves.
With or without the scavenger hunt form, seeing the elves is such a fun way to get out and enjoy the season. It adds magic and whimsy to your holiday, and you get a true understanding of what it means to be one of Santa’s elves.
Let’s take a look at a day in the life of the elves. Of course, elves are here to help the Jolly Ol’ Elf, himself, Santa. They test toys…
Sort mail…
Identify those on the “naughty” list (eep!)…
And even tend to the never-ending laundry!
Like us, elves have basic upkeep to consider. They care about proper grooming…
They recognize the importance of staying active…
And they understand why hobbies are special!
Yes, behind the scenes, you’ll find elves are a lot like us. They love the holidays, they enjoy a good time together, and they love making Gardner Village a special part of their Christmas magic.
With winter break around the corner for schools in the Salt Lake area, this is the perfect time to come see the elves for yourselves.
Of course, it's also a romantic date-night/day idea!
But! No funny business. The elf security team is always watching.
We hope you’ll join these eclectic elves at The Village soon. Seeing you is a treat they look forward to each year.
Have yoursELF a merry little Christmas!
Friday Dec 12 2025
It’s almost winter break. What do you do with it while the kiddos are out of school? Gardner Village has a fun, free playful idea for you and your family. Come find Santa’s elves at this year‘s Elf Scavenger Hunt. You can download your scavenger hunt form here or use your phone’s camera with the QR code printed on the scavenger hunt signs throughout the village, including outside of Archibald‘s restaurant, the Chocolate Covered Wagon, and the center court next to the ice-skating elves.
With or without the scavenger hunt form, seeing the elves is such a fun way to get out and enjoy the season. It adds magic and whimsy to your holiday, and you get a true understanding of what it means to be one of Santa’s elves.
Let’s take a look at a day in the life of the elves. Of course, elves are here to help the Jolly Ol’ Elf, himself, Santa. They test toys…
Sort mail…
Identify those on the “naughty” list (eep!)…
And even tend to the never-ending laundry!
Like us, elves have basic upkeep to consider. They care about proper grooming…
They recognize the importance of staying active…
And they understand why hobbies are special!
Yes, behind the scenes, you’ll find elves are a lot like us. They love the holidays, they enjoy a good time together, and they love making Gardner Village a special part of their Christmas magic.
With winter break around the corner for schools in the Salt Lake area, this is the perfect time to come see the elves for yourselves.
Of course, it's also a romantic date-night/day idea!
But! No funny business. The elf security team is always watching.
We hope you’ll join these eclectic elves at The Village soon. Seeing you is a treat they look forward to each year.
Have yoursELF a merry little Christmas!