Turn Costa Mesa into a holiday gameboard with Holly Jolly Hunt: a one-hour app-driven scavenger hunt that sends teams hunting for festive items, photo challenges, and local surprises. It’s family-friendly, easy on fitness, and sized perfectly for urban exploration.
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Sunlight cuts across the broad sidewalks of Costa Mesa as teams fan out, phones in hand, scanning storefronts and public art for holiday clues. Laughter bounces off stucco walls and a brisk ocean breeze tugs at scarves — the city becomes a playground where familiar streets turn mischievous and new.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves light walking on mostly flat, paved surfaces
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History
Costa Mesa transitioned from citrus and bean fields into a postwar suburban and arts-focused city; the name translates roughly from Spanish as 'coastal table'.
Conservation
Keep the hunt low-impact: avoid disturbing storefront displays, dispose of trash properly, and follow local pedestrian rules to minimize disruption.
Reserve your spot on the Celebrate with a Holiday Scavenger Hunt in Costa Mesa 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 game runs through an app and requires photos and live leaderboard updates; start with a full battery or a small power bank.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect up to an hour of walking on sidewalks and plazas — supportive shoes make the difference.
Time it for daylight
Play during daylight for clearer photos and easier navigation through downtown streets and public art.
Use public transit or nearby lots
Downtown Costa Mesa has several short-term parking lots and transit stops that keep the start location flexible.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, submit photos, and track scores.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support on sidewalks and short urban routes.
Portable phone charger
Keeps your device powered for photos and messaging during longer holiday events.
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Light jacket
Coastal breezes can be cool in the evenings; a light layer is handy.
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