FrogQuest
Photo Scavenger Hunts
for Kids, Tweens, and Teens
in Chicago, Illinois
Explore Chicago FrogQuest Locations
Lean into your playful side on a kid-friendly scavenger hunt through Chicago's most captivating districts. Picture your team transforming the sophisticated Gold Coast into a playground, using upscale window displays for absurd reflections, or staging a dramatic scene in front of a grand hotel. Wander through the historic charm of Old Town, where quaint storefronts and brick alleys become the perfect setting for silly photo challenges. In Fulton Market, the industrial-chic vibe and bustling eateries offer endless opportunities for creative prop-spotting and unexpected poses. Head to the iconic Riverwalk, where the city's energy flows, and turn a simple bench into a makeshift stage, or use the urban landscape of The Loop for a hilarious group contortion. Even the lively atmosphere of Wrigleyville, with its sports memorabilia and enthusiastic crowds, can inspire spontaneous, joyful antics. The Magnificent Mile beckons with its grand scale, inviting teams to interact with public art or create a human pyramid against a towering building. This is about interacting with the city in playful, unexpected ways; it's about seeing the city with fresh, playful eyes, finding the humor and absurdity in everyday objects, and creating hilarious memories with your team. Chicago is ready for your brand of delightful, kid-like mischief.
Stroll along Chicago's iconic Riverwalk, where the city's pulse beats strongest. Teams can use the bridges, boats, and public art as props, or recruit passersby enjoying the scenic views for their photo challenges.
Dive into the electric atmosphere of Wrigleyville, especially on game days! This district is packed with sports fans, lively bars, and street performers, offering endless opportunities for energetic and hilarious FrogQuest challenges.
Explore the elegant streets of the Gold Coast, a perfect blend of historic charm and upscale boutiques. Teams will find unique storefronts, public art, and a mix of locals and tourists for creative photo ops and recruitment.
Embrace the festive chaos of Navy Pier, a waterfront wonderland. With its iconic Ferris wheel, carnival games, and diverse crowds, teams will discover a treasure trove of props and backdrops for their wildest challenges.
Unleash your creativity in Millennium Park, home to Chicago's famous 'Bean' and Crown Fountain. The striking public art, open spaces, and bustling crowds provide a dynamic urban playground for unforgettable FrogQuest moments.
Immerse yourselves in the industrial-chic vibe of Fulton Market, a hub of street art, trendy boutiques, and culinary delights. The vibrant murals, diverse food scene, and bustling crowds are perfect for unique and edgy photo challenges.
Conquer the Magnificent Mile, Chicago's premier shopping destination. Teams can utilize the grand architecture, bustling sidewalks, and diverse shoppers as props and participants for their high-energy FrogQuest adventures.
Navigate the heart of downtown Chicago, The Loop, where towering skyscrapers meet public art. This dense urban core offers a constant flow of people, interesting architectural elements, and hidden plazas for creative photo challenges.
Discover the historic charm of Old Town, a district brimming with unique shops, cozy cafes, and legendary comedy clubs. Its distinctive character and lively street scene provide a quirky backdrop for memorable FrogQuest antics.
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What is FrogQuest?
FrogQuest is a laughably fun photo scavenger hunt for kids, teens and tweens. Teams scour any city on foot completing daring, interactive photo-challenges with our mobile app. High Score wins!
Live Judging
We personally review every submitted photo, awarding bonus points when impressed, deducting when not. So bring that A-game!
Photo Slideshow
Afterwards, laugh together as you watch a curated slideshow of all the best photos.
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Customized
Every experience is a snowflake, created especially for your group, activity and location. Crazy or tame, it's up to you.
On Your Time
Most hunts take 2-3 hours by default but we adjust to your schedule.
Leaderboard
Track your team's activities against the others as you compete for first place.
Downloadable
Download all the photos and keep them evermore once the fun of the hunt is done.
As low as $25/pp Get Started
Who, What, Why?
Perfect for groups both large and small, but as always...the more the merrier!
Photo Hall of Fame
A few of our favorite submissions
Teams
24,540
Participants
126,630
Photos Judged
906,940
Points Awarded
23,200,690
What to Expect
Hunts are 2 hours by default, adjusted to your schedule as needed.
1. Set-up & Send-off!
~10 minutes
We'll meet you in the heart of your chosen play area, explain the rules, get you excited, then send you off on your photo adventure.
2. Ready, Set, Go!
~1-2 hours
Teams scatter in various directions, complete quests, and submit photos to our judges as they go. Impressing our judges may earn you bonus points. Teams track their progress in real time via the leaderboard!
3. Enjoy the Slideshow Together
~15 minutes
When the time is up, everyone returns to watch a curated photo slideshow of all the best submissions.
4. Announce Winning Team
~5 minutes
All good things must come to an end, but not until we've announced the winning team! If there are any prizes (optional), we'll pass those out too.
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