Holiday Scavenger Hunt Fun Run - Winchester
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Holiday Scavenger Hunt Fun Run - Winchester
The Holiday Scavenger Hunt Fun Run is a team-based evening running and walking event held in Winchester at Runners' Retreat, 135 N. Loudoun Street. The event is organized by Frederick County Parks and Recreation in partnership with Runners' Retreat and takes place on 12/17/2026. The registration fee is $6.00 and drinks and food are on participants' own.
Teams of up to 2 to 4 runners or walkers receive a list of holiday-themed items with assigned point values. Teams have one hour to locate items, take photos that include team members, and return to Runners' Retreat for scoring. Some items carry bonus points. Teams must stay together for the entire run. At least one person per team is expected to use a running watch and carry a phone with space for photos; teams report their final distance to event leaders.
After the timed portion, there is a social gathering where organizers announce the winning team, which receives a prize. Visibility and safety are part of the event guidance; participants are encouraged to wear reflective clothing and use festive lights or other visible accessories to improve being seen by traffic and other road users. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
