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Race through downtown Des Moines with a smartphone in hand and a holiday checklist full of quirky tasks. This one-hour Holly Jolly Hunt turns civic landmarks and seasonal displays into a playful, family-friendly competition.
Race through downtown Des Moines with a smartphone in hand and a holiday checklist full of quirky tasks. This one-hour Holly Jolly Hunt turns civic landmarks and seasonal displays into a playful, family-friendly competition.
The city lights of downtown Des Moines flicker like a challenge as teams fan out with phones in hand, scanning storefronts, public art and holiday displays for points. Streetlamps hum, the Capitol dome watches over the river, and laughter bounces off brick facades as families and friends perform cheeky seasonal tasks on sidewalks and plazas.
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Operated by Holly Jolly Hunt - Holiday Scavenger Hunt · Des Moines, Iowa
The city lights of downtown Des Moines flicker like a challenge as teams fan out with phones in hand, scanning storefronts, public art and holiday displays for points. Streetlamps hum, the Capitol dome watches over the river, and laughter bounces off brick facades as families and friends perform cheeky seasonal tasks on sidewalks and plazas.
This urban hunt runs through neighborhoods that grew around the Des Moines River and the state capitol — a compact grid of civic architecture, public parks and modern sculpture. Players will pass familiar civic landmarks and commercial corridors while engaging with local holiday culture: window displays, tree lightings and pop-up markets that define midwestern winter festivities.
Expect a one-hour, app-guided loop that rewards observational skills and playful performances rather than fitness. Terrain is city blocks and paved trails with minimal elevation; weather dictates pace more than distance. The experience leans social and accessible: strollers and most mobility aids can navigate the route, and a remote guide is reachable through the app for technical questions.
Practical planning: charge your phone, download the app before arrival, and pick a start point with reliable cell coverage. Go early in weekends to avoid crowds or schedule at dusk for better lights and photos. Dress in layers and bring a compact power bank in winter—cold drains batteries quickly. The scavenger hunt is private and family-friendly, ideal for mixed-age groups looking to create a playful holiday memory without complicated logistics.
The typical route is one hour, but teams can take longer if they want to explore or repeat challenges.
Yes — the hunt is family-friendly with tasks tailored to be approachable for different ages.
Contact Holly Jolly Hunt support at 843-580-4028 or use their customer support page for immediate assistance.
The app allows teams to pause briefly, but scoring is based on time and task completion, so long pauses may affect leaderboard placement.
Holly Jolly Hunt - Holiday Scavenger Hunt operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The city lights of downtown Des Moines flicker like a challenge as teams fan out with phones in hand, scanning storefronts, public art and holiday displays for points. Streetlamps hum, the Capitol dome watches over the river, and laughter bounces off brick facades as families and friends perform cheeky seasonal tasks on sidewalks and plazas.
The city lights of downtown Des Moines flicker like a challenge as teams fan out with phones in hand, scanning storefronts, public art and holiday displays for points. Streetlamps hum, the Capitol dome watches over the river, and laughter bounces off brick facades as families and friends perform cheeky seasonal tasks on sidewalks and plazas.
This urban hunt runs through neighborhoods that grew around the Des Moines River and the state capitol — a compact grid of civic architecture, public parks and modern sculpture. Players will pass familiar civic landmarks and commercial corridors while engaging with local holiday culture: window displays, tree lightings and pop-up markets that define midwestern winter festivities.
Expect a one-hour, app-guided loop that rewards observational skills and playful performances rather than fitness. Terrain is city blocks and paved trails with minimal elevation; weather dictates pace more than distance. The experience leans social and accessible: strollers and most mobility aids can navigate the route, and a remote guide is reachable through the app for technical questions.
Practical planning: charge your phone, download the app before arrival, and pick a start point with reliable cell coverage. Go early in weekends to avoid crowds or schedule at dusk for better lights and photos. Dress in layers and bring a compact power bank in winter—cold drains batteries quickly. The scavenger hunt is private and family-friendly, ideal for mixed-age groups looking to create a playful holiday memory without complicated logistics.