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Turn downtown Ann Arbor into a holiday gameboard with Holly Jolly Hunt—an app-driven scavenger hunt that sends teams across Main Street, Kerrytown, and campus to photograph clues, complete challenges, and compete on a live leaderboard. It’s a one-hour mix of civic history, local flavor, and seasonal fun.
Turn downtown Ann Arbor into a holiday gameboard with Holly Jolly Hunt—an app-driven scavenger hunt that sends teams across Main Street, Kerrytown, and campus to photograph clues, complete challenges, and compete on a live leaderboard. It’s a one-hour mix of civic history, local flavor, and seasonal fun.
A cold breath of air lifts the scent of roasting chestnuts and hot cocoa as you tap open the Holly Jolly Hunt app on a frosty evening in Ann Arbor. The game drops you onto familiar streets—Main, State, and the brick alleys of Kerrytown—each storefront and light display now a clue, each statue and storefront window a prompt for a quick photo. Team laughter and the click of phone cameras thread through downtown as you chase points across a compact, walkable grid.
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Operated by Holly Jolly Hunt - Holiday Scavenger Hunt · Ann Arbor, Michigan
A cold breath of air lifts the scent of roasting chestnuts and hot cocoa as you tap open the Holly Jolly Hunt app on a frosty evening in Ann Arbor. The game drops you onto familiar streets—Main, State, and the brick alleys of Kerrytown—each storefront and light display now a clue, each statue and storefront window a prompt for a quick photo. Team laughter and the click of phone cameras thread through downtown as you chase points across a compact, walkable grid.
Ann Arbor’s streets carry layers of history: a 19th-century town shaped by the University of Michigan’s expansion, lined with Victorian façades and post-war reconstructions. Geologically, you walk over glacially scoured plains; the Huron River and small urban ravines punctuate the flat campus landscape with pockets of low, wooded banks. Culturally, holidays here blend student energy with longstanding neighborhood traditions—local markets in Kerrytown, craft displays, and brightly lit homes in Old West Side.
Practically, expect a mobile-first experience: the app guides challenges, scores photos, and connects you to a remote guide via chat. The route is customizable and largely flat—good for families, co-worker teams, or friend groups. Plan for one hour of active play, plus extra time for treats or dinner. Dress for Michigan weather, charge your phone, and pick an early-evening start to catch lights and avoid peak campus traffic. Respect private property and follow local parking rules; most clues sit on public sidewalks or parks. The Holly Jolly Hunt turns urban exploration into a friendly race, turning the familiar into a seasonal scavenger playground.
You’ll receive instructions via the booking message before your scheduled time with a recommended public start location and a link to access the game in the app.
Yes—the Holly Jolly Hunt is designed to be flexible, but recommended downtown start points concentrate clues in walkable areas like Main Street and Kerrytown.
Many routes use sidewalks and flat streets and are stroller-friendly; accessibility can vary by specific clue locations—contact support if you need assistance planning an accessible route.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time; within 24 hours bookings are non-refundable.
Holly Jolly Hunt - Holiday Scavenger Hunt operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A cold breath of air lifts the scent of roasting chestnuts and hot cocoa as you tap open the Holly Jolly Hunt app on a frosty evening in Ann Arbor. The game drops you onto familiar streets—Main, State, and the brick alleys of Kerrytown—each storefront and light display now a clue, each statue and storefront window a prompt for a quick photo. Team laughter and the click of phone cameras thread through downtown as you chase points across a compact, walkable grid.
A cold breath of air lifts the scent of roasting chestnuts and hot cocoa as you tap open the Holly Jolly Hunt app on a frosty evening in Ann Arbor. The game drops you onto familiar streets—Main, State, and the brick alleys of Kerrytown—each storefront and light display now a clue, each statue and storefront window a prompt for a quick photo. Team laughter and the click of phone cameras thread through downtown as you chase points across a compact, walkable grid.
Ann Arbor’s streets carry layers of history: a 19th-century town shaped by the University of Michigan’s expansion, lined with Victorian façades and post-war reconstructions. Geologically, you walk over glacially scoured plains; the Huron River and small urban ravines punctuate the flat campus landscape with pockets of low, wooded banks. Culturally, holidays here blend student energy with longstanding neighborhood traditions—local markets in Kerrytown, craft displays, and brightly lit homes in Old West Side.
Practically, expect a mobile-first experience: the app guides challenges, scores photos, and connects you to a remote guide via chat. The route is customizable and largely flat—good for families, co-worker teams, or friend groups. Plan for one hour of active play, plus extra time for treats or dinner. Dress for Michigan weather, charge your phone, and pick an early-evening start to catch lights and avoid peak campus traffic. Respect private property and follow local parking rules; most clues sit on public sidewalks or parks. The Holly Jolly Hunt turns urban exploration into a friendly race, turning the familiar into a seasonal scavenger playground.