Find the Grinch

Friday, November 20 – Sunday, November 29, 2026

The Grinch is hiding in Downtown Traverse City, and we need your help finding him!

From November 20 through November 29, visit participating downtown businesses and keep your eyes peeled for a hidden Grinch. Spot him inside a participating store, and you could be rewarded with a special treat, discount, or another festive surprise courtesy of that business. 

It's a fun way to explore downtown, discover local favorites, and spread a little holiday cheer. After all, even the Grinch can't resist the magic of Downtown Traverse City!

Participating Businesses

Ready to join the search? Explore the participating businesses below to find out where the Grinch might be hiding:

• Benjamin Twiggs: 305 W. Front St., Suite D
  • The Grinch has made his way to Benjamin Twiggs! Stop in and see if you can find his hiding spot among the cherry treats!
• Bushell's Kitchen + Cocktails: 127 S. Union St. 
  • Search for the Grinch at Bushell's Kitchen + Cocktails and discover a little holiday mischief.
• Doug Murdick's Fudge: 116 E. Front St. 
  • Find the Grinch at Doug Murdick's Fudge and explore their holiday offerings, including 20% off fudge ordered for Christmas mailing.
• Evil Queen: 322 E. Front St.
  • Keep your eyes peeled for the Grinch hiding somewhere inside Evil Queen and discover a festive surprise.
• Fleet Feet: 300 E. Front St.
  • The Grinch is on the run! Stop by Fleet Feet, track him down, and join in the holiday fun.
• Hello Friends Boutique: 330 E. Front St.
  • The Grinch has been spotted at Hello Friends Boutique! Stop in and see if you can find where he's hiding!
• Liana's: 130 E. Front St.
  • Search high and low for the Grinch hiding inside Liana's and see what festive surprises await.
• Miners North: 222 E. Front St.
  • The Grinch has made his way to Miners North! Stop in and see if you can spot him among the sparkle.
• Nifty Things: 143 E. Front St.
  • The Grinch is up to no good at Nifty Things! Stop by and see if you can find where he's hiding.
• Overland Sheepskin Co.: 140 E. Front St.
  • Keep an eye out for the Grinch while visiting Overland and enter for a chance to win a special holiday giveaway.
• Playa Bowls: 222 E. State St., Suite 101
  • Find the Grinch hiding inside Playa Bowls and receive $2 off any bowl.
• Rocket Fizz: 111B E. Front St.
  • The Grinch has snuck into Rocket Fizz! Search the store to see if you can find him among all the sweet treats.
• slip. vintage: 121 E. Front St., Suites 107–108
  • The Grinch has gone vintage! Stop by slip. vintage and see if you can uncover his hiding spot.
• Spur Boutique: 203 E. Front St.
  • The Grinch is hiding somewhere inside Spur Boutique! Stop in, explore, and see if you can track him down.
• Surfaces of TC: 309 W. Front St., Suite A
  • Find the Grinch at Surfaces of TC and enjoy a cozy, hands-on mini art experience inspired by everyone's favorite holiday troublemaker.
• What to Wear!: 126 E. Front St. 
  • The Grinch has been spotted at What to Wear! Stop in and see if you can find him hiding among the holiday styles.