Turn downtown Denver into a playful winter playground with the Holly Jolly Hunt app. This one-hour scavenger hunt sends teams hunting for holiday-themed items, photo challenges, and neighborhood surprises—perfect for families, coworkers, or friends looking for a social, low-effort adventure.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A cold breath of air moves through Civic Center Plaza as strings of lights blink against low winter clouds; teams fan out with phones raised, laughter cutting through the hum of the city. The Holly Jolly Hunt turns Denver’s downtown into a playable map—an hour-long app-guided scavenger hunt that nudges you toward public art, storefront displays, and small seasonal surprises you might otherwise pass.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Light walking fitness; suitable for most ages and abilities
Wildlife
History
Denver’s downtown grew out of the 1858–60 Colorado Gold Rush and later civic investments that shaped areas like Civic Center and Larimer Square.
Conservation
Stick to public streets and parks, avoid disturbing private property, and minimize single-use waste—urban Leave No Trace helps preserve holiday displays and local neighborhoods.
Reserve your spot on the Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Denver with Holly Jolly Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The hunt runs through an app; start with a full battery and bring a compact power bank for photos and navigation.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect 30–90 minutes of city walking on sidewalks and uneven paving—supportive footwear makes the difference.
Time it around lights
Begin 30 minutes before sunset to capture both daylight clues and evening light displays for photo challenges.
Respect private property
The game sends you to public spaces and storefronts; do not trespass or block entrances while completing photo tasks.
Smartphone with camera
Needed to run the app, submit photo challenges, and view the leaderboard.
Portable power bank
Keeps your phone alive through photo-heavy play and map use.
Comfortable walking shoes
City sidewalks and plaza surfaces make supportive shoes important.
Weather layers (jacket, hat, gloves)
Denver weather can be cold and windy in winter—dress in layers for comfort between challenges.
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