An illustration of a red Christmas ornament flanked by a couple of holly clusters with red berries. These are surrounded by an interlacing, golden ribbon. These illustrations are from the collection celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Elf on The Shelf®!

Scout Elf Return Week™

Nov 24 – Dec 1

Nov 24 – Dec 1

An illustration of a boy Scout Elf posing alongside some festive conifer branches and a Christmas ornament, surrounded by an interlacing, golden ribbon. These illustrations are from the collection celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Elf on The Shelf®!

Scout Elf Return Week™

At the end of November, the first group of Santa’s Scout Elf mascots depart the North Pole to make their way to homes around the world for #ScoutElfReturnWeek! This weeklong celebration (Nov. 24–Dec. 1) is when most families welcome back their elves, or adopt a new North Pole helper.

For ideas to inspire your elf before Scout Elf Return Week™:

Check out the video below with your kids to discover how Scout Elf helpers prepare for Scout Elf Return Week™!

Meet the Scout Elf Training Team

The Scout Elf Training Team will take you inside the Scout Elves at Play® kit to show off 15 unique elf-sized tools and show how your Scout Elf pal may use them this year to surprise you during #ScoutElfReturnWeek!
Learn More about Scout Elf Tools