Kimmswick Elf Hunt
Children follow riddles and clues from an activity booklet to search for elves hidden inside participating shops. After discovering each elf, kids head to the merchant's register to collect a small prize. Visitors can also stop by the Santa House or enjoy seasonal activities along the way.
Dec 12 – Dec 20, 2026 Children
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
$10 each; online purchase is plus fees, or tickets may be purchased at the Kimmswick Visitor Center with cash or check only. Donate a toy during the event to receive a $5 gift card redeemable at any participating Kimmswick merchant.
Hours
10 AM–4 PM.
Neighborhood
Kimmswick
Location
Tips & Advice
- Stop at the Kimmswick Visitor Center first to check in and pick up the clue booklet before starting the elf hunt.
- If buying tickets at the Visitor Center, bring cash or a check; online purchases are available with additional fees.
- Bring a toy donation to receive a $5 gift card redeemable at participating Kimmswick merchants; donations support Jefferson County families in need.
- Plan your visit around Santa House hours, which vary by day, rather than assuming it is open throughout every event day.
- If you want to hear River Town Sound Quartet, visit Saturday, December 12, between 1 and 4 PM.
Special Events & Promotions
- Donate a toy during the event to receive a gift card redeemable at participating Kimmswick merchants.
- The Santa House is open on the event days, with hours varying by day.
- The River Town Sound Quartet performs on Saturday, December 12.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do children do during the Elf Hunt?
Use the Elf Guide and riddle-and-clue booklet to find elves in participating shops, then visit each merchant’s register for a small prize. Activities and games are included.
Where do we check in before starting?
Stop at the Kimmswick Visitor Center first to check in and receive the booklet.
Can we visit the Santa House during the event?
Yes. The Santa House is open on all four event days, with separate hours for each day.
Is there music during the Elf Hunt?
The River Town Sound Quartet performs on Saturday, December 12.
Can children take part in the toy donation?
Donate a toy during the event and receive a gift card redeemable at participating Kimmswick merchants. Collected toys benefit families in Jefferson County.
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