Holiday Treasure Hunt
✦ NOVEMBER 1 – DECEMBER 12, 2026 ✦
Shop Local. Discover Treasures. Win Big!
The holiday season is full of surprises in the Hocking Hills! Join us for the 12th Annual Hocking Hills Holiday Treasure Hunt, a festive shopping adventure through local shops, boutiques, galleries, and businesses across the region.
From November 1 through December 12, explore participating businesses, discover unique holiday gifts, and search for hidden holiday ornaments. Collect stamps at any six participating shops to enter for a chance to win the Grand Prize Package: the ultimate Hocking Hills getaway for four!
Whether you're shopping for someone special, discovering a new favorite store, or simply enjoying the holiday spirit, there's a little treasure waiting around every corner.
No purchase necessary to participate!
How the Holiday Treasure Hunt Works
1. Explore Participating Shops
Visit any of the 31 participating locations throughout the Hocking Hills region. Each business has contributed a special prize and has a hidden holiday ornament waiting to be discovered.
2. Find the Hidden Ornament
Keep your eyes peeled! Each participating business has a special ornament hidden somewhere inside. Once you spot it, let a staff member know where you found it.
3. Collect Your Stamp
After successfully spotting the ornament, a staff member will stamp your treasure hunt entry form. Collect stamps at any six participating shops to complete your entry, and enjoy even more of what our local shops have to offer.
4. Enter for a Chance to Win
Complete your entry form with your name, address, phone number, and email. Submit your entry at the Explore Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center, either in person or by mail, by 5 PM on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
5. Celebrate the Holiday Season!
The treasure hunt drawing takes place on December 14, 2026. You could be one of our lucky winners!
Win the Ultimate Hocking Hills Getaway for Four!
Imagine escaping to the beautiful Hocking Hills with three of your favorite people! Our Grand Prize Package brings together some of the region's most memorable experiences for a getaway filled with adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable memories.
The Grand Prize Package Includes:
A two-night cabin stay
Canopy tours
Canoe tours
Hocking Hills golf
Candle making
A lunch and a dinner
From soaring through the treetops to spending a cozy evening in a cabin, this is your chance to experience the Hocking Hills in a whole new way.
31 Participating Shops. 31 Local Treasures.
There's more to the Holiday Treasure Hunt than the grand prize! Each participating business has also contributed a special prize, ranging from gift certificates and handcrafted gifts to local experiences and one-of-a-kind finds.
Explore the participating locations, find new places to shop, and support the small businesses that make the Hocking Hills such a special destination.
Treasure Map
PARTICIPATING SHOPS & PRIZES
Explore 31 local stops and the prizes they contributed.
Jack Pine Studio 21397 State Rte. 180 | The Hocking Hills Store 20374 Clay Lick Rd. |
Grandma Faye's Grocery & Carryout 20507 State Rte. 664 S | Christmas Treasures 29205 Ilesboro Rd. |
Hocking Hills Candleworks 29205 Ilesboro Rd. | Wind Chime Shop 29205 Ilesboro Rd. |
Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls Gift Shop 21190 State Rte. 374 | Hocking Hills Coffee Emporium 13984 State Rte. 664 S |
Treehouse Treats & Treasures 12793 State Rte. 664 S | Weaver's Market & Deli 12803 State Rte. 664 S |
Hawk's Nest 12906 State Rte. 664 S | Serendipity Gardens 1203 W. Hunter St. |
Hidden Gem Nail Salon 1220 W. Hunter St. | Crabtree's Hardware & General Goods 1266 W. Hunter St. |
Saving Hardware / Rental Center 95 E. Main St. | Southern Ohio School of Blacksmithing 4515 Township Rd. 430 |
Flowers by Darlene 98 W. Main St. | Gallery on Main 65 W. Main St. |
Gifts That Give Back 66 E. Main St. | Vintage en Vogue 45 W. Main St. |
Columbus Washboard Company 4 E. Main St. | Appalachian Art & Craft Market 26774 U.S. Hwy. 33 |
FunkoCity Collectibles 26802 U.S. Hwy. 33 | Laine's Dutch Country Store 26806 U.S. Hwy. 33 |
Oasis Coffee Shop at Hocking Hills Market 26850 U.S. Hwy. 33 | Spring Street Antique Mall 26782 U.S. Hwy. 33 |
The Boot Shop – Outlet 26786 U.S. Hwy. 33 | Rocky Outdoor Gear Store 45 E. Canal St. |
Farmer's Country Store 540 N. High St. | Gay Fad Studios 137 W. Main St. |
Mud Gallery Ceramics & Fine Art 123 N. Columbus St. |
Official Rules & Important Dates
Event dates: November 1 through December 12, 2026.
No purchase is necessary to participate.
Collect stamps at any six participating shops to complete your entry.
Each participating location has a special ornament hidden inside. Find the ornament and notify a staff member to receive your stamp.
Entries must be received at the Explore Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center, by mail or in person, by 5 PM on Saturday, December 12, 2026.
Prize drawing: December 14, 2026.
Be sure to fill out your entry form completely before submitting it!
Make This Holiday Season a Hocking Hills Adventure!
Gather your friends and family, grab your treasure hunt map, and start exploring! Whether you're searching for the perfect holiday gift or hoping to win a memorable getaway, the Hocking Hills Holiday Treasure Hunt is a wonderful way to celebrate the season while supporting local businesses.
Shop small. Explore more. Find your holiday treasure!
