#DCHolidayHunt
Find the joy. Fuel the community.
November 23, 2025 – January 3, 2026
This holiday season, DC’s small businesses need us more than ever. DC Holiday Hunt is more than a scavenger hunt- it’s a call to action to show up for our community. As you complete missions across the District from November 23rd to January 3rd, you’ll discover new favorites, reconnect with neighborhood staples, and keep your holiday spending where it matters most: right here in DC.
It’s always fun to find new small businesses to explore!
Feeling festive? Businesses marked with a navy star are decorating in the hopes of winning Best Holiday Decorations!
Vote for your favorite between December 1st and December 15th!
Columbia Heights Heart Hoodie
$35.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Columbia Heights Map Hoodie
$35.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Tiny Timber Storyboard Tshirt
Price range: $21.00 through $24.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Tiny Tree Big Heart Longsleeved
$25.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Tiny Timber, Big Heart Shirt
Price range: $18.00 through $19.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageThank you to our partners and sponsors for their support!
What is the DC Holiday Hunt?
DC Holiday Hunt is a digital scavenger hunt all over Washington DC that rewards participants for shopping local, attending festive events, and creating new traditions in the community. It is free to participate, though some challenges involve showing proof of patronage to a small businesses (aka a receipt).
Do I have to download an app?
No! DC Holiday Hunt can be played in any browser- on a laptop, desktop, phone or tablet, and all you need to pick up where you left off is the email you created your account in.
Why is this campaign important this year?
While it’s always important to support local businesses, the campaign this year feels especially poignant. We are going through a turbulent time for small businesses and many of our beloved local spots that make our communities feel unique are at risk of closing. If people only shop online or at big box chain stores, our local business community will cease to exist. We need to show up and show out for our small businesses all year round, but especially during the holiday season!
What are the raffle prizes?
Keep checking back—we’re adding to this list! Last year there were over $2500 in local prizes!