A Ghostbusters scavenger hunt is one of the easiest ways to turn a party space into a mini paranormal investigation. Hide paper ghosts, small toys, or clue cards around the house or yard, then send players out with a mission to track them down.
Supplies needed
- Hidden ghost targets such as printouts, stickers, mini figures, or paper clues
- A checklist or clue sheet for each player or team
- Small baskets, folders, or homemade ghost traps for collected ghosts
- Optional flashlights for a darker indoor hunt
How to play
- Hide the ghosts before guests arrive.
- Give each player or team a clue sheet, checklist, or first location hint.
- Set a time limit.
- The winner is the player or team that finds the most ghosts, or the team that completes the full hunt first.
Ways to theme it
- Library ghost hunt: hide ghosts near books, shelves, and reading corners.
- Slimer chase: every clue leads to a food-related location.
- Rooftop ritual hunt: use Zuul, Vinz Clortho, key, gatekeeper, and temple clues for older kids and adults.
- RGB hunt: color-code ghosts by character or episode vibe.
If you want the hunt to end with a nice party beat, let the final clue lead to treats, favor bags, or the next activity station.