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Home » Entertainment » Holidays » Elf on Shelf Ideas

25 Adult Elf on the Shelf Ideas Found on Instagram

By: T Worthey  »  Updated: January 21, 2021  »   View our disclosure policy

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Adult Elf on the Shelf ideas

Whether you have kids or not, Elf on The Shelf can be fun for EVERYONE! Today we are sharing 25 days of Adult Elf on The Shelf ideas for those who want to have some fun and fill their Christmas season with a little bit of holiday magic. 

25 Adult Elf on the Shelf Ideas Found on Instagram

We are back this holiday season with some new and improved Adult Elf on The Shelf ideas! In the past, we have shared some posts with over 20+ naughty elf on the shelf ideas for those with a sense of humor and a bit of a dark side but we decided to share some more we have discovered within this past year.

Before we move on and show you some ideas I found, I’m sure you guys are wondering…

Is Elf on the Shelf only for kids?

The answer is NO! Even if you don’t have kids and are looking to have some fun or create some new Christmas traditions, there are a ton of ideas for your Elf that doesn’t have to be specifically geared towards kids.

Is there such thing as a BAD Elf of the Shelf?

There can be 😉 Your Elf doesn’t always have to be good. Sometimes, it’s fun to have your Elf do some naughty things.

WARNING: Some of these ideas are not for your little ones so keep that in mind.

25 Days of Adult Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Here are 25 days worth of Adult Elf on the Shelf Ideas I found on Instagram to let all of the adults in your life have some fun! 

Day 1:

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At least it wasn’t her chi-chier she-shed ?‍♀️ . . . . #elfontheshelf #elf #naughtyelfontheshelf #naughtyelf #christmasmeme #funnyelf #christmas #holiday

A post shared by Melissa Joan Hart (@melissajoanhart) on Dec 12, 2018 at 6:20am PST

Day 2:

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Well someone had a little fun in the office last night! ? . . . #customdynamics #elfontheshelf #officeelfontheshelf #naughtyelfontheshelf #knucklehead

A post shared by Custom Dynamics LEDs Lights (@customdynamics) on Dec 4, 2019 at 5:28am PST

Day 3:

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Some tough questions #elfontheshelf #badelfontheshelf

A post shared by Tim Hein (@7imm3) on Nov 27, 2019 at 10:49am PST

Day 4:

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Meanwhile….the elf has raided the mini bar ? #elfontheshelfforadults

A post shared by Amanda (@__amandajayne__) on Dec 2, 2019 at 1:13pm PST

Day 5:

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Oh, Elmer. Izzy will think this says “Santa is coming to town!” Might as well take advantage of her not being able to read yet, right? ??‍♀️? #elmertheeelf #night5 #elfontheshelfforgrownups

A post shared by Mollie Albrecht (@molldoll_al) on Dec 5, 2017 at 8:53pm PST

Day 6:

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Bad, bad elf! You know that's not what your friend meant when he said he wanted to be on Tinder!!!

A post shared by Robert Byrd (@rossobeard) on Dec 4, 2019 at 12:41am PST

Day 7:

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My husband has requested that we wear this look for our next wedding, he digs the Salvador Dahli mustache. Maybe we can spare the devil horns on Mommy though, despite how appropriate they were for my behavior this morning. #meanmommy . Need some Elf inspo? Check out our stories highlight, or invest in these awesome chalk markers from @chalkola i have linked them in my bio. . . . . . #elfontheshelf #chalkola #chalkmarkers #glassmarkers #chalkolamom #elfonashelf #elf #naughtyelfontheshelf #christmas2019 #christmasdecor #christmascountdown #elfontgeshelfideas #elfideas #naughtyelf #christmasfun #instaart #christmasspirit #santaself #itsthattimeofyear #ohchristmastree #tistheseason #hollyjollychristmas #christmasfeels #santascoming #myelfontheshelf #elfontheshelfinspo #momswhoblog #momblogger #momofboys

A post shared by Kelly Ray // Life & Style (@k.raycollective) on Dec 3, 2019 at 11:12am PST

Day 8:

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I couldn’t resist! A little Christmas Inapropro humor for ya’ll! We got ALL the HOs in da house tonight! #raedunnchristmas #raedunnlife #raedunndisplay #raedunnlove #raedunnlover #raedunnobsessed #raedunnobsession #raedunnclay #naughtyelfontheshelf #neverdunn #raedunndecor #elfontheshelf #neverdunn #illneverbedunn #dunnhunter #raedunndisplaygroup #raedunn_trays_displays

A post shared by TheFrugalFarmhouse (@the_frugalfarmhouse) on Nov 3, 2019 at 7:00pm PST

Day 9:

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I think we might have to get him a lady friend. Day 11. This is what happens when there are no children in the house… ?‍♂️?????????‍♂️ #ElfOnTheShelf #ElfOnTheShelfForGrownUps #GrownUps #Christmas #Advent

A post shared by Anne-Marie (@a.m.oldfield) on Dec 11, 2017 at 11:46am PST

Day 10:

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When Gpa gets in on the fun. #elfontheshelf #day2 #hitandrun

A post shared by Jennifer Silveira (@pdonut1972) on Dec 4, 2019 at 7:39am PST

Day 11:

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C A U G H T! Purcelf Topshelf is trying to take jobs behind the bar. Come let him test his skills out on ya. #elfontheshelf #bartenderlife #elfbartender @elfontheshelf #loudounva #purcellvilleva #pubnation #pub @tipsybartender #naughtyboy #likeforlike #topshelf #tipitback #budlight @budlightboyss

A post shared by PurcellvillePub (@thepurcellvillepub) on Dec 4, 2019 at 7:36am PST

Day 12:

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Don’t drink the lemonade!!? #handupagainstthewall #elfontheshelf #Lanny&Thrasher #prepandlanding

A post shared by BR Pirri (@brpirri) on Dec 4, 2019 at 7:31am PST

Day 13:

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Sh$&t is getting real here. You think you know your friends until they toss you over a bowl of predators. ? ? #elfontheshelf #elfontheshelfideas #elfonashelf #christmaself #christmaselfontheshelf #christmas #naughtyelfontheshelf #badelfontheshelf #elfshenanigans

A post shared by CJ Bachmann (@cjbachmann) on Dec 3, 2019 at 6:29pm PST

Day 14:

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#naughtyelfontheshelf #dadhumor #25daysofchristmas #elfontheshelf2019

A post shared by Robert Recanzone (@robertrecanzone) on Dec 3, 2019 at 6:11pm PST

Day 15:

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Bad #elf. Poor Minion. . . . #elfontheshelf #naughtyelf #naughtyelfontheshelf

A post shared by Cyndi's Naughty Elf (@cyndis_naughty_elf) on Dec 3, 2019 at 5:30pm PST

Day 16:

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#elvesbehavinbadly @elvesbehavinbadly . . . #elfhack #elfie #elvie #elf #elves #elfontheshelf #elfprep #toilet #toiletpaper #toiletselfie #loogate #peegate #toiletdrama #naughty #bad #badbehaviour #mischielf #thelevesarecoming #elfideas #elfscout #christmas #prep #clingfilm #cheeky #mumlife #parenting

A post shared by ?? Jemma Webster ?? (@jemma_w85) on Nov 17, 2018 at 11:58am PST

Day 17:

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Congratulations @oceanrise1 – you are last week's #ElvesBehavinBadly Photo Competition Winner ??? This picture had us ITCHING with laughter ??? Whose elves are going to beat that this week? Show us your naughty elves for a chance to win £100 ? link in bio! #CompetitionTime

A post shared by Elves Behavin' Badly (@elvesbehavinbadly) on Nov 26, 2018 at 4:24am PST

Day 18:

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NO coffee for me today!???‍♀️? @laurengodwin #elfontheshelfideas #badelfontheshelf

A post shared by D’Ann Godwin (@danngodwin) on Dec 6, 2018 at 4:17am PST

Day 19:

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What would you do? ?⠀ ••⠀ Pic: @nicholasgalekovic ⠀ ••⠀ Use #BeardKing to be featured

A post shared by BEARD KING ® (@beardking) on Dec 17, 2017 at 7:30pm PST

Day 20:

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I'm glad that's not my toothbrush. #elfontheshelfday4 #elfontheshelf #badelf #badelfontheshelf #naughtyelf #mischievous #toothbrush #ass #arse #wipe #cheeky #christmas #christmaself

A post shared by Mark Watson photography (@peak_wanderer) on Dec 4, 2019 at 2:26am PST

Day 21:

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Netflix and chill like it’s 2007 ? #dailyelf #elfontheshelf #netflix #netflixandchill #naughtyelf #movienight #xmasmovies

A post shared by @ throbyn_heart211 on Dec 4, 2019 at 7:47am PST

Day 22:

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@laurengodwin better get here soon or I’m gonna have to start locking my door at night?#elfontheshelfideas #badelfontheshelf

A post shared by D’Ann Godwin (@danngodwin) on Dec 2, 2018 at 6:36am PST

Day 23:

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What in the world is Marcos doing? He’s teaching BAD things! ??‍♀️?? @laurengodwin #badelfontheshelf #elfontheshelfideas

A post shared by D’Ann Godwin (@danngodwin) on Dec 5, 2018 at 5:53am PST

Day 24:

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Hi Jinx. #badelf #badelfontheshelf #naughtyelf #elfontheshelfideas

A post shared by Hi Jinx (@jinxy_the_elf) on Dec 3, 2019 at 11:45pm PST

Day 25:

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? is Marcos digging one for me??!???‍♀️?#badelfontheshelf #elfontheshelfideas

A post shared by D’Ann Godwin (@danngodwin) on Dec 4, 2018 at 6:02am PST

If you are looking some more Naughty Elf On The Shelf ideas, take a look at these two posts we’ve put together:

  • Top Naughty & Slightly Inappropriate Elf On The Shelf Ideas
  • More Naughty & Slightly Inappropriate Elf On The Shelf Ideas

New to Elf on The Shelf?

If you have never introduced an Elf to your home, WELCOME! You are locked in for the next couple of years and your creativity will be tested but don’t worry. We got you covered.

First, you can get your own Elf on the Shelf from Amazon. 

After you have done that, take a look at some of these quick and easy tips, tricks and guides we have put together over the past couple of years to help you through your Elf on the Shelf experience:

  • Elf on The Shelf Ultimate Guide
  • Where to Buy Elf on The Shelf
  • The Ultimate Guide to Elf on the Shelf Names
  • Elf on the Shelf Welcome Letter Printable
  • Elf on the Shelf Poses
  • Say Goodbye to Your Elf For the Holiday Season
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