Happy The Elf
SAY HELLO TO HAPPY THE ELF!
This Christmas, First Dakota’s getting a visit from a special friend.
Happy the Elf is visiting Sioux Falls this Christmas—and he’s causing mischief and pulling shenanigans everywhere he goes. Check this page every day this week to see Happy’s hilarious antics and good-natured pranks. And be sure to stop by First Dakota’s Downtown Sioux Falls location (9th and Main) every day to check out a new Happy scene on our outdoor patio. It’s going to be an unforgettable week of fun!
TIME FOR A HAPPY HOMECOMING - 12/24/24
Happy’s had a blast making mischief, but it's time to go home.
From mischievous misadventures around town to stopping the Grinch and saving Christmas, it’s been a busy week for Happy. First Dakota wants to thank YOU for sharing in all of Happy’s festive tomfoolery this Christmas season. As Happy heads back home to the North Pole, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a HAPPY New Year!
HAPPY SAVES THE DAY - 12/23/24
The Grinch is up to no good—but Happy’s here to help!
The Grinch thinks he’ll get away with stealing this year’s Children’s Home Society toy donations. But after a week of mischief and troublemaking, Happy’s ready to do the right thing—and stop the Grinch in his tracks. See how Happy becomes the hero in our last Happy the Elf video of the year.
HAPPY’S CHRISTMAS PARTY GETS OUT OF CONTROL - 12/22/24
See what happens when DJ Happy takes over the turntables…
Nobody knows how to throw a Christmas party like Happy the Elf—even if it’s after the bank is closed for the night. See what happens at Happy’s unauthorized late-night fiesta, featuring a VIP guest list that would make Santa Claus jealous.
HAPPY THE ELF GOES ON A SHOPPING SPREE - 12/21/24
Watch as Happy has the BEST time shopping Downtown in Sioux Falls this Christmas!
Happy loves shopping—especially with "his" First Dakota debit card at some of his favorite stores. Check out the video to see all of the shopping shenanigans Happy gets into in Downtown Sioux Falls. From toys to clothes, Happy knows where to find a great deal and spread some Christmas cheer along the way!
WHO WORE IT BEST? YOU DECIDE! NATIONAL UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER DAY - 12/20/24
It’s the ultimate ugly Christmas sweater competition for Happy and one of our stylish First Dakota bankers.
Blinding lights. Rocking jingle bells. And…a red carpet walk-off? Sounds like Happy’s gotten himself into an ugly Christmas sweater battle for the ages. Watch the video to see who’s got the better sweater—and the better moves.
HAPPY TAKES TO THE ICE WITH THE SIOUX FALLS STAMPEDE -12/19/24
Watch what happens when Happy tests his Zamboni-driving skills…
After sneaking into the Premier Center, Happy manages to get behind the wheel of the Zamboni and take it for a spin. Watch what happens when players from the Sioux Falls Stampede catch him in the act. Flying snowballs…out-of-control driving…a trip to the penalty box—it’s all in a day’s work for Happy the Elf.
MARKER MUSTACHE MISCHIEF WITH THE MAYOR - 12/18/24
See what happens when Happy gets artistic…
What do you get when you combine a sneaky elf, a photograph of Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken, and a Sharpie? Another mischievous misadventure with Happy. Be sure to watch Happy’s latest prank—and don’t miss the special celebrity cameo at the end!
TIME FOR SOME HAPPY-ER WEATHER - 12/17/24
Check out Happy’s guest appearance on the Dakota News Now weather forecast!
The winter air may be frosty, but Happy’s ready to heat things up. In fact, he stopped by the Dakota News Now newsroom to give his own weather update. Does Happy have enough Christmas magic to crank up the heat? Watch the video to find out!
Kids love Happy! And parents love preparing their kids for a happy financial future. Click here to open a children’s savings account at First Dakota today.