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Birthday Party Scavenger Hunt in Grinnell

Q: What will we see on the Grinnell birthday scavenger hunt?

Your Grinnell adventure takes you through the best spots in town, including popular attractions and hidden gems. You'll complete birthday-themed challenges at each location while discovering what makes Grinnell special. The route is walkable and designed to show off the city while keeping the focus on celebrating the guest of honor!

Q: How do we get started in Grinnell?

After booking, customize your hunt with birthday trivia through your Client Portal (link in your confirmation email). On party day, everyone downloads the Let's Roam app, enters your join code, and heads to the starting zone in Grinnell. The app guides you from there—no tour guide needed!

Q: How much does it cost and how many people can join?

We offer two simple options: $39.99 for small groups up to 4 players , or $59.99 for the full party package up to 20 players . That's one flat price—no per-person fees! For large birthday parties, the full package works out to just $3 per person. Both options include full customization with birthday trivia about the guest of honor.

Q: Does the hunt start and end at the same place?

Most routes are designed as a loop that returns near your starting point —perfect for coordinating with restaurants, limos, or ride shares. You'll see the general starting area when you select your city in the app. The route is a walking tour (usually 1.5-2 miles) with no driving required between stops.

Q: What time does the hunt start? Do we need reservations?

No reservations needed! The hunt is completely self-guided and can start anytime, any day. Just open the app when your group is ready. We recommend daylight hours for the best photo opportunities, but evening hunts work great too!

Q: How do I add the birthday trivia questions?

After purchase, you'll receive an email with a link to your Client Portal (not in the Let's Roam app itself). There you can add 15 custom questions about the Birthday Star. Pro tip: have a friend or family member fill it out to keep the questions a surprise!

Q: What if I haven't picked a city or date yet?

No problem! Birthday packages are completely flexible. Buy now and choose your specific city and date later. Your credit is valid for 2 full years and can be used in any of our 3,000+ cities worldwide.

Q: Is this for kids or adults?

Both! Our hunts are perfect for ages 8 to 80 . Kids love the interactive challenges and 'Youngster' role, while adults enjoy exploring the city and can add bar stops along the way. We've hosted everything from 10th birthday parties to 60th celebrations—it works for everyone.

Q: Do young children need their own ticket?

Tickets are recommended for ages 5 and up. Children under 5 can tag along for free —they don't need their own spot. The per-player count is really about who's actively participating in challenges.

Q: Does everyone need the app?

For the best experience, each player should have the app on their own phone. However, up to 4 people can share one device if needed. The more phones participating, the more fun everyone has with the photo challenges!

Celebrate your special day with an unforgettable adventure in Grinnell

Ready in 5 minutes
Just 2 hours
Zero stress planning
4-20 people
Ages 8 to 80
Customizable birthday trivia

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What is a Grinnell birthday party scavenger hunt?

A birthday party scavenger hunt is the perfect way to discover Grinnell and connect with your friends in a chill, but adventurous way.

How It Works

Get Tickets

Purchase your birthday party package above - no need to pick a specific location or date yet

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Customize

Add birthday trivia about the guest of honor and personalize the experience in minutes

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Start Exploring

Your crew opens the app and begins your Grinnell adventure - explore the best spots together

Why Grinnell Birthday Parties Love This

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15 Custom Questions

Integrate trivia about the Birthday Star into the hunt. Find out who really knows them best!

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Ages 8 to 80

Works for kids, teens, adults, and grandparents. Special "Youngster" role for kids, bar stops for adults.

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Simple Group Based Pricing

Simple discounted group pricing. Just pick your relative group size. For larger groups, its less than $4/person.

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Start Anytime

No reservations needed. Start when your group is ready - any day, any time in Grinnell. Completely self-guided.

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Pause for Cake

Stop anytime for cake, food, drinks, or photos. The hunt waits for you - celebrate at your pace!

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Free Rescheduling

Bad weather? No problem. Reschedule for free anytime. Your credit is good for 2 full years.

Birthday Party Tickets

Choose your package for your Grinnell birthday party. You'll select your specific hunt after purchase.

Birthday Party Scavenger Hunt – Up to 4 Players

49.99 / bundle

Explore the city with a custom birthday scavenger hunt for smaller groups up to 4 people.

Play in any of 3,000+ locations worldwide, including major U.S. and international cities. Pick after purchase.

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Birthday Party Scavenger Hunt –Up to 20 Players

79.99 / bundle

Explore the city with a custom birthday scavenger hunt for larger groups up to 20 people.

Play in any of 3,000+ locations worldwide, including major U.S. and international cities. Pick after purchase.

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The Stress-Free Birthday Guarantee

Start anytime (no reservations). 3,000+ cities worldwide. Free rescheduling if weather or plans change. 2-year credit that never expires early. Your purchase is always protected.

Play Your Way in Grinnell

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Split & Compete

Break into teams and race each other! Kids vs adults, boys vs girls - see who earns the most points. Perfect for competitive families.

Example: 12 guests -> 3 teams of 4

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Stay Together

Move as one big group, completing challenges together. Everyone stays in every photo. Great for mixed ages and group bonding.

Example: 8 guests -> 1 squad

Devices: Each player uses their own phone for the full experience, but up to 4 can share one device. Kids under 5 tag along free!

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Customize your party with birthday trivia

A birthday party should be all about that special someone, and our scavenger hunts make it easy! Challenge your birthday crew to custom trivia to find out who knows the guest of honor best. The best part? Customization takes only a few minutes!

Customize your birthday party with trivia in the app

See what other birthday adventurers have to say about the Grinnell birthday scavenger hunt

Don't just take our word for it! See what our satisfied birthday explorers have to say about this experience.

If you are looking for unique group birthday party ideas in Jewel City, ScavengerHunt.com is amazing. Our crew explored Burling Library and celebrated in style.

Raleigh Kenton

We picked a Grinnell College scavenger hunt for my spouse's birthday and it was perfect. Loved discovering Bear Rec while creating fun memories together outdoors.

Celia Easton

The best thing about this custom birthday party was the trivia our friends wrote about me. It made the Grinnell hunt feel so personal and special on my big day.

Wade Langston

Our kids loved every minute of this outdoor birthday party adventure in Little G. The Bucksbaum Center clues and photo challenges kept everyone smiling all afternoon.

Malcolm Priestley

I had a blast doing the scavenger hunt around Grinnell College for my birthday. Exploring hidden gems like Goodnow Hall made it such a unique birthday party idea.

Evelyn Sloan

Our group picked the Grinnell College neighborhood for a fun thing to do on my big day. ScavengerHunt.com made planning easy and Bucksbaum Center was awesome to see.

Maren Winslow

My partner and I tried this birthday scavenger hunt in the Heart of Iowa and it was one of the most unique birthday party activities we have done together. Highly recommend.

Avery Landers

The custom trivia about me that everyone submitted made this ScavengerHunt.com experience so personal. Exploring Burling Library was such a highlight of our day.

Elias Benson

Took my kids on an outdoor birthday adventure in the Scarlet City and they loved every minute. The fun photo challenges were perfect for their energy.

Harper Finch

I had a blast celebrating my birthday with friends at Grinnell College. The scavenger hunt through spots like Goodnow Hall was such a creative party idea.

Riley Gardner

If you are searching for unique birthday ideas in Little G, try a scavenger hunt around campus. My spouse loved solving clues by Bear Rec Center on their special day.

Renee Ellery

Custom trivia about the birthday star had everyone laughing during our Grinnell scavenger hunt. The ScavengerHunt.com app made planning super simple and interactive.

Harvey Tullis

We wanted an outdoor birthday party in Jewel of Iowa and this scavenger hunt delivered. Bucksbaum made for awesome photo stops with friends and family.

Vera Morrison

I picked the Grinnell College scavenger hunt for my son and his friends. It was such a fun birthday idea for kids and they loved taking silly photos near Burling Library.

Leland Sumner

Our birthday party scavenger hunt at Grinnell College was the best way to ring in my big day. Running around Goodnow Hall made me feel like a kid again.

Clara Westbrook

Loved using ScavengerHunt.com for our group celebration in Jewel Town. It is now my go to suggestion for anyone looking for fun things to do in Grinnell on their birthday.

Silas Blevins

We picked the Outpost City hunt for my spouse's birthday and had a blast racing each other. It was such a unique outdoor birthday party idea in Grinnell College neighborhood.

Rory Carver

The custom trivia about me made this Grinnell birthday party so special. Everyone got involved and laughed at inside jokes as we explored campus spots together.

Felicia Hobbs

Took the kids on a birthday scavenger hunt around Grinnell and they loved it. The Bucksbaum Center was their favorite stop and the photo challenges were super fun.

Clifford Salinas

I had the best birthday party on a Grinnell College scavenger hunt. Exploring cool spots like Burling Library with my friends was an unforgettable way to celebrate.