Turn Milwaukee’s lights and storefronts into a game: Holly Jolly Hunt is a one-hour, app-driven scavenger hunt that sends teams through downtown to find festive items, complete silly holiday tasks, and compete on a live leaderboard.
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A cold wind nips at cheeks as your group huddles around a phone screen, the city’s lights turning storefronts into targets on an interactive map. Holly Jolly Hunt drops teams into Milwaukee’s streets for a timed, app-driven scavenger hunt: spot a holiday wreath, snap a photo of an unexpected display, and complete playful challenges while watching your score climb on a live leaderboard.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to walk 1–2 miles over city pavement.
Wildlife
History
Milwaukee’s downtown grew from German immigrant neighborhoods and brewing industries; many brick warehouses and the Riverwalk reflect that 19th-century industrial past.
Conservation
Keep the hunt low-impact by staying on sidewalks, avoiding private property, and not removing or altering public decorations; compact urban events rely on respectful visitor behavior.
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Charge your phone
The hunt runs through an app and camera use drains batteries quickly; bring a fully charged phone or a small power bank.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Expect 1–2 miles on sidewalks and occasional slick patches—sturdy shoes keep you comfortable and safe.
Plan for weather
Dress in layers in winter and bring a compact umbrella in the shoulder seasons to stay comfortable during the hour-long hunt.
Respect private property
Photograph public displays and art—do not enter private yards or tamper with decorations during challenges.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, capture photos, and submit challenges.
Portable charger
Keeps your device powered for the app and photo submissions, especially in cold weather.
Comfortable walking shoes
Urban surfaces and a brisk pace make supportive footwear important.
Weather-appropriate outer layer
A warm, packable coat or hat for winter hunts; a light jacket for cool evenings.
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