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Kids love anything that makes Christmas feel magical. A little North Pole fun, like an elf application, a sleigh ticket or a bag of magic reindeer food, turns an ordinary December evening into a memory. This guide shares easy North Pole Christmas ideas for kids you can set up in minutes. Christmas Day is Friday, December 25 in 2026, so there is plenty of time. 🎅
In this guide: five easy North Pole activities, a Christmas Eve plan and the supplies I would buy first.
Idea 1: Let kids apply to be a Santa's elf
Print an elf application and let your child fill in their name, elf name, special skills and why they would be a great elf. Then surprise them with an official elf certificate. It is a fun way to practice writing and it makes kids feel proud.
Idea 2: Make magic reindeer food
Mix oats with a little natural glitter or sprinkles and put the mix in a small clear bag. Tie it with twine and add a label. Sprinkle it on the lawn on Christmas Eve so the reindeer find your house. Use pet-safe, natural ingredients.
Idea 3: Give a North Pole sleigh ticket
A sleigh ticket is a lovely surprise for Christmas morning or a family trip. Fill in the passenger name, destination, date and departure time. Hide it in a stocking or a gift box.
Idea 4: Use a Christmas Eve checklist
A checklist helps kids stay calm and excited. Include things like cookies for Santa, carrots for the reindeer, pajamas on and a story before bed. Tick each one off together.
Idea 5: Hang a "Santa Stop Here" sign
Hang a sign on the door or chimney with your family name and a note about the cookies. Kids love thinking Santa will notice it.
Everything in one kit
That is why I made the North Pole Kit: a fillable and printable PDF with an elf application, an official elf certificate, a magic reindeer food label, a sleigh ticket, a Christmas Eve checklist and a Santa Stop Here sign. Type on screen or print and write by hand.
A simple Christmas Eve plan
- Afternoon: fill in the elf application and print the certificate.
- Early evening: make the reindeer food and tie the bags.
- Dinner: set out cookies and milk for Santa.
- Bedtime: read a story, check the list and hang the sign.
- Night: sprinkle the reindeer food on the lawn together.
My North Pole supply list
These are the things I would put in the cart first.
1. Reindeer food cellophane bags
Clear bags with ties are perfect for filling with oats and glitter.
2. Edible glitter or sprinkles
A little sparkle makes reindeer food magical. Choose a natural, pet-safe option.
3. Red and white baker's twine
Tie the bags and tags for a classic North Pole look.
4. Elf hats and headbands
Let kids wear a hat while they fill in their elf application.
6. Cardstock paper
Print the certificate and ticket on thick paper so they feel real.
7. Gold star stickers
Reward every child on the Christmas Eve checklist with a gold star.
8. Christmas Eve box filler
Fill a Christmas Eve box with pajamas, a book and hot cocoa.
Christmas Eve checklist
- Elf applications and certificates printed
- Reindeer food bags filled and tied
- Cookies and milk ready
- Sleigh ticket hidden in a stocking
- Sign on the door
Final thoughts
You do not need a big budget for Christmas magic. A few printed pages, a bag of oats and a little imagination are enough to give your kids a story they will remember for years.
What is your family's favorite Christmas Eve tradition? Tell me in the comments! 🎄
Merry Christmas!
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