Golden Elf Academy 2025

Get sworn in by Santa himself as one of his official Golden Elves at the annual Golden Elf Academy! Join us on Sunday, December 7, at Golden Outpost (17695 S. Golden Rd) for this annual holiday favorite.

Wear your best elf outfit or festive attire and get ready to become one of Santa’s elves at the 2025 Golden Elf Academy!

There are two Elf Academy sessions to choose from: one at 9 a.m. and one at noon. Each session is 1.5 hours long.

Note: Please make sure you select the correct event time before purchasing your tickets. Tickets are for event attendees only- parents or guardians do not need a ticket.

At The Golden Elf Academy, your child will get to:

• Decorate a Gold Mine cupcake with Mrs. Claus
• Make an elf craft
• Toast s’mores and enjoy hot cocoa
• Learn Christmas carols in the Elf Kazoo band
• Learn an Elf Christmas dance with the elves from Virtuosity Dance Centre
• And take a photo with Santa and his elves!

This cherished Golden holiday event sells out every year, so get your tickets now!

The Golden Elf Academy is recommended for children ages 3-9. Tickets are $30 per child. Toddlers must have a parent or guardian present.

Parents and guardians are welcome to stay on-site at the Golden Outpost during the event to enjoy drinks and food from the Golden Outpost Tavern. No pets are allowed at this event except for licensed service animals.

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