Free Printable Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Clues (For A Turkey Day Adventure)
Don’t just wait for the turkey! Make Thanksgiving unforgettable with festive scavenger hunt clues. These playful clues will lead kids (and fun-loving adults) on an exciting journey through the house.
This isn’t just another holiday activity. It’s a built-in tradition waiting to happen. The printable makes setup a breeze, and you can hide the clues in everyday spots around your home.
Best of all, you can customize the final “treasure” to fit your crowd. Anything from a small bag of treats to a coupon for first pick of dessert works!
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Why You’ll Love This Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt
- It’s FREE!
- The setup is quick and easy.
- It’s perfect for all ages.
- Keeps everyone entertained while dinner cooks.
- ZERO cleanup!
Print out the clues and get started!
Instructions for the Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt
1. Download and print out the Thanksgiving scavenger hunt clues below. Cut out the cards.
2. Hide the clues in order. Keep the first clue to hand to your players. Hide the next clue where the first clue says to look, and so on until the final hiding spot, where the prize awaits.
Here’s where they go:
- CARD 1: Give to the participant(s)
- HIDING SPOT 1: Kitchen cabinet or shelf with plates (CARD 2)
- HIDING SPOT 2: Refrigerator (CARD 3)
- HIDING SPOT 3: Bed-under a pillow or blanket (CARD 4)
- HIDING SPOT 4: Oven (CARD 5)
- HIDING SPOT 5: Couch or under sofa cushions (CARD 6)
- HIDING SPOT 6: Backpack or homework station (CARD 7)
- HIDING SPOT 7: Bathroom sink (CARD 8)
- HIDING SPOT 8: Garage (or by the car, front door, or driveway if no garage)- Find the prize hidden here!
Pro Tip: To make the hunt more difficult for older kids or adults, get creative with your hiding spots! Hide the cards under and inside objects instead of in plain sight.
3. Next, give the first card to the treasure hunt participants. Then, watch as they scurry around in excitement.
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- Free Thankful Turkey Gratitude Activity
- Thanksgiving Left Right Turkey Story Game
- Who’s The Biggest Turkey At Your Table? Find Out!
Get the FREE Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Printable
Grab the Free Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Printable Clues PDF below and make your Turkey Day unforgettable.
Older kids will have a blast setting this scavenger hunt up for younger siblings or cousins, too!
Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Prize Ideas
With a hunt like this, you’ll want them to find a fun “treasure” at the end. Here are a few ideas:
- Money
- A “first pick of dessert” coupon
- A chocolate turkey
- Small bag of candy corn
- Thanksgiving cookie
- Tiny stuffed turkey
- Thanksgiving-themed socks
- Thanksgiving glasses
- Turkey hat or headband
- A family board game to play after dinner
Or let the winner pick from one of these free Thanksgiving games to play!
Printable Thanksgiving Games Pack
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Can I get a copy of some of your prints for my residents in memory care
Hi Karla! Scroll down just past the heading that says “Get The Free Printable” and you’ll see a blue button that says “download”. Click on that for your free printable and print! Enjoy!