Community Christmas Kickoff
Elf Scavenger Hunt is held on Small Business Saturday, November 28th, 2026!
Check back soon for your Scavenger Hunt forms with participating businesses.
Community Shop Small Saturday Events
2026 Elf Scavenger Hunt Rules
Ages 2–17 are eligible to search for the Plush Elf!
How to Play
- Search for the Elf at the participating businesses
- When you find it, tell an employee and have them sign your form
Explore Santa’s Regions
There are 3 festive regions to visit:
North Pole Region – From Torpy Park to North of Arbor Vitae
Santa’s Workshop Region – Downtown Minocqua
Reindeer Run Region – South of the Lake Minocqua bridge to the south end of Hazelhurst
How to Win
Complete regions to earn your way into the Holiday Gift Drawings!
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Nice List (Tier 1) – Complete 1 Region
Prize: $100 Gift Card
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Santa’s Helper (Tier 2) – Complete 2 Regions & be entered into Tier 1 & Tier 2
Prize: $200 Gift Card
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North Star Champion (Tier 3) – Complete All 3 Regions & be entered into all 3 drawings
Prize: $300 Gift Card
Submitting Your Entry
Drop your completed form in the box located in the 24-hour vestibule of the Minocqua Area Visitors Center: 8216 Highway 51 S Minocqua by Monday, December 2nd at 10 AM. The Prize Drawing will take place on Tuesday, December 2nd.
Inside the Lakeland Holiday Train Tradition
Other Area Holiday Events
