Once the Elf on the Shelf starts making an appearance, you know the holiday season is in full force. But when you need a break from the cutesy set ups, it may be time to brainstorm Elf on the Shelf ideas for adults.
This is perfect for those nights when you just need a good laugh in the midst of the holiday stress. It also works if your kids are fast asleep and you just need a moment for some grown-up humor. (After all, you will want to make sure the little ones don’t sneak a peek at these adult Elf on the Shelf ideas — but if you do need ideas to keep them entertained, there are plenty mischievous Elf ideas to go around). They aren’t exactly the definition of kid-friendly; many of these Elf on the Shelf ideas for adults are even worthy of a “NSFW” warning.
But first, a little history. The Elf on the Shelf tradition was created by Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell. It features a charming scout elf from the North Pole who lets Santa know which kids are being naughty or nice. The concept also involves setting up the elf in mischievous poses around the house, waiting to surprise the children.
Although it's a kids’ tradition, the internet proves that grown-ups have figured out to get a good chuckle out of it. Don’t believe us? Check out these adult Elf on the Shelf ideas to keep grown-ups entertained all month long.
I’m sure Christian Grey would be on board for some Christmasy role play. A little Santa Claus and naughty elf action?
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Need a chaser with that?
After making presents for millions of children around the world, your elf just needed to drink the Christmas cheer away.
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Caught red-handed
I’m sure Santa would be quick to leave this elf without a job after this naughty behavior.
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Barbie’s a bad influence
This scene looks a lot like a frat party from my college days, except I was the elf in this situation. Those were the days...
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North Pole privacy
Looks like someone needs a new toothbrush...
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Elves on Tinder
It seems that everyone is giving online dating a try, even Santa’s helpers.
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Fa-la-la-la-HELP
Someone call the North Pole Fire Department.
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A Christmas crime scene
Cue the Law & Order: SVU theme song, but add some jingle bells for a Christmas flair.
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An NC-17 elf
When you search “Elf Porn” on PornHub, apparently this is what you get.
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Pounding the keys
Perhaps these two elves are just enjoying the sounds of the season with a cheerful musical interlude. Then again, perhaps they’re not and need to take this tune somewhere private. You be the judge. Either way, it sounds like trouble.
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Nob nog
Now Elfie, you know that’s not in the recipe for eggnog. No one is going to want to take a sip of your bowl of punch with Elf on the Shelf around, especially after he’s had a few glasses and forgets how to find the loo.
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A bad case of suck & blow
Yikes, this looks worse than an episode of To Catch a Smuggler. Kids, don’t do drugs. And parents, don’t let your elf do drugs either.
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Wrecking ball elf
Miley Cyrus has nothing on a nacked Elfie getting freaking on a wrecking ball. Once again, Britain’s Poundland variety store can be blamed for this awful creative interpretation of a pop hit. No word on how they got Elf on the Shelf to look like this either.
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Criminal Minds Elf on the Shelf
Oh god, this doesn’t look good for Barbie. But Elf on the Shelf better come up with a good alibi and fast. Those ketchup, er, blood stains aren’t going to wash themselves out. Looks like he’s facing 25 years to life.
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A cheeky Christmas pun
This elf has a nutty agenda.
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Hey Santa, wanna play?
Spice up your holiday parties with a round of strip poker. This elf swears it’ll liven up any mood.
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Jack Frost nippin’ at... something other than your nose
So apparently, this elf is a boobs guy.
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An international elf
The Christmas cheer expands far beyond the North Pole coordinates. Apparently all the way to Scottish borders.
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Elf evacuation
In answer to your kids’ question, “Mommy where do elves come from?” Well, here’s an answer. Hat tip to OB-GYN Dr. Jennifer Gunter for coming up with this anatomically correct delivery of the holiday’s most timeless toy.
Grossed out or cracked up, you might need a little Elf on the Shelf humor to get you through the next few weeks before the holidays. These most definitely won’t be the family-friendly Elf on the Shelf ideas you need for surprising your kids during the holiday season, but these ideas will certainly break up the Christmas chaos with some adults-only fun. The holiday season is definitely not just for kids.
