Edmonton is a beautiful city that has so much to offer, from the its natural beauty to rich history, and vibrant culture. If you’re visiting Edmonton on a time crunch and want to find a way to explore everything, try doing a scavenger hunt! Edmonton has some insanely fun and unique scavenger hunts for the whole family! Whether you’re a historian, an outdoors enthusiast, or just want to know if you could survive the zombie apocalypse, there is a scavenger hunt for everyone here.
Let’s take a stroll through four creative and fun scavenger hunts that will take you on a journey through Edmonton’s streets, parks, and landmarks.
The River Valley Alliance Scavenger Hunt
Edmonton’s River Valley is the largest urban parkland in North America, covering over 22 times the size of New York City’s Central Park. The River Valley Adventure Scavenger Hunt is a fun and exciting way to explore this natural beauty.
Participants will receive a list of clues and challenges that will take them through the park’s many stunning trails and paths. You will have to solve puzzles, find hidden items, and take photos of specific landmarks to complete the scavenger hunt. The River Valley Adventure Scavenger Hunt is perfect for families, nature lovers, and anyone who wants to explore Edmonton’s beautiful River Valley.
The River Valley Adventure Scavenger Hunt usually takes place between July and August each year, and participants can win a variety of local prizes for posting pictures of the secret locations found along the hunt to Instagram and tagging River Valley Alliance in their post.
Stay tuned to their events page for this year’s dates!
Alberta’s Charming Capital Scavenger Hunt
Edmonton has a rich history that spans over 200 years, and Alberta’s Charming Capital Scavenger Hunt will take you on a journey through this history.
Participants will receive clues and challenges that will take them through some of the city’s most iconic landmarks and buildings. They will have to solve puzzles, complete challenges, find hidden items, and take photos of specific historic locations to complete the scavenger hunt.
This hunt is perfect for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to learn more about Edmonton’s past. The hunt will last about two hours, and be sure to wear your walking shoes because you’ll be trekking through 5km of city streets, as you wind your way through Edmonton’s beautiful landmarks. There are a total of seven stops to make, and remember to keep tabs on your time, as you’ll be competing for the top spot!
Buy tickets today & start your hunt on your own time, during your next trip to Edmonton! Tickets are valid up to 2 years from the date of purchase.
The Wacky Walk Adventure Game
Wacky Walks is a royalty themed scavenger hunt that is perfect for families and friends looking for a unique adventure in Edmonton. It is similar to a board game, in which the power, or control, of the game shifts from one player to another, but instead of a board, you’ll be exploring the streets of our beautiful city with your smartphone to complete the game.
The scavenger hunt will start out by designating who will be the first King or Queen. The Royal Highness will then direct the other players to locate items and participate in challenges throughout the kingdom (Edmonton). You’ll use the Wacky Walks scavenger hunt app to prove you’ve found the correct items and completed the challenges correctly.
The goal of the scavenger hunt is to find all the items and complete the challenges while having fun with your family or friends and exploring all that Edmonton has to offer! The hunt is done completely on foot and usually takes about two hours to complete. But don’t worry, you won’t be alone. The app contains a remote guide that will be available in case you get stuck.
Zombie Scavenger Hunt
Zombie Scavengers is an interactive scavenger hunt that will take you through the streets of Edmonton in search of much-needed food, supplies, and shelter. With the whole world now in chaos and zombies outnumbering the living, small colonies of the living are doing all they can to survive. With your team of up to 10 people, you will use your smartphone and be tasked with scavenging the area. The more things you find, the more points you get and more likely you are to survive.
The task will not be easy. Along the way, you will be asked to do some challenges or answer some trivia questions in order to ward off the zombies. Remember, the area is crawling with relentless zombies, and rival colonies are moving in. If you’re playing with a larger group, you can split up into teams and see who can find all the items first! The goal is to find all of the items in order to survive the zombie apocalypse.
The Zombie Scavengers scavenger hunt in Edmonton is suitable for all 12 and up. It’s an excellent way to explore the city while having and thrilling adventure with your friends and family. Get your tickets today!
Edmonton is a beautiful city with a lot to offer, and these unique scavenger hunts are a perfect way to explore it. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, book your adventure today and experience the best that Edmonton has to offer. And don’t forget, when you book your stay through Edmonton’s Best Hotels, you’ll get to take advantage of our 1, 2, 3 Reward Deal, where you can get up to $225 in rewards back just for booking with one of our member hotels. With so much to see and do in Edmonton, you won’t regret it!
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