How to Create an Unforgettable Family Reunion Scavenger Hunt

Family reunions are all about reconnecting, sharing stories, and making new memories. But sometimes, you need an extra spark to get everyone truly engaged. That’s where a family scavenger hunt can turn a good reunion into an unforgettable one!

A scavenger hunt is one of the best interactive games for families, getting everyone up, moving, and laughing together. Here’s your step-by-step guide to creating a memorable family reunion scavenger hunt.

Step 1: Pick Your Hunt Style

You can create all kinds of scavenger hunts with Seekr Games, it’s designed to be flexible and fun for every type of event. For family reunions, we recommend keeping it personal and interactive.

Here are some styles you can try:

• Object-based challenges with image verification: Find specific items around your reunion space and snap a photo. Seekr can verify the images so you know teams are really finding them!

  
  

• Trivia and text-based challenges: Add family-themed trivia questions or fun facts that participants can answer in-app. Great for weaving in family history or silly inside jokes.

  
  

• Location-based tasks: Get everyone moving! Create challenges that require visiting certain spots (like the old oak tree where you always take family photos, or Grandpa’s favorite fishing corner).

  
  

• Hybrid hunts: Mix it all together! Combine object-based photo tasks, trivia questions, and location-based clues for a dynamic and unforgettable experience.

With Seekr Games, you can easily build and customize any combination of these styles, or even change them up to keep everyone on their toes.

Step 2: Make It Personal

The best part of a family scavenger hunt is weaving in inside jokes, traditions, and family stories. This turns an ordinary game into something truly memorable.

Here are a few examples to inspire you:

• Grandpa’s fishing hat that “never catches fish but always brings good luck.”

• The bright orange cooler covered in stickers from every camping trip.

• Aunt Carol’s famous (or infamous!) banana bread dish.

• The wobbly lawn chair everyone warns you about.

• The mystery potato salad bowl that no one ever claims.

Adding these personal touches not only makes the hunt more fun but also sparks laughter and conversations as people search for each item.

Step 3: Create Your List

Aim for about 10–15 items, plus a few bonus challenges if you want to keep things interesting.

Here’s an example list to get you started:

• Grandpa’s old fishing hat

• The "dangerous" broken lawn chair

• The bright orange cooler with travel stickers

• Aunt Carol’s banana bread dish

• A jar of homemade jam from last summer

• The “lucky” cornhole bean bag

• A deck of cards missing a key card (like the Queen of Hearts)

• The old family reunion banner from the 90s

• A board game missing pieces

• The giant faded picnic blanket

• The mystery Tupperware with no lid

• The travel umbrella that lives in every car

• The leftover gag gift from last year’s white elephant exchange

• The family photo album (just the book, no people photos)

• The old game trophy from past competitions

You can also check out and use the family reunion scavenger hunt we made here, feel free to make edits and switch it up for your family reunion!

Step 4: Set Some Simple Rules

Decide on a time limit (about 45–60 minutes works great), and decide whether teams need to collect items, take photos of them, or just check them off a list.

With Seekr Games, you can easily set up a digital hunt where teams can mark items off on their phones as they find them.

Step 5: Celebrate Together

Once the hunt is done, gather everyone together to share funny stories, compare notes, and relive the best moments. You’ll be surprised how many old memories come up and how many new inside jokes you’ll create.

Why Use Seekr Games?

A family scavenger hunt is a fun and easy way to make your reunion stand out and bring everyone together in a new way. With a little creativity (and a few funny family stories), you can create a game that’s unique, memorable, and completely yours.

👉 Start planning your custom scavenger hunt with Seekr Games today, and get ready for the best reunion ever!