Get eggs-cited! Easter Bunny to headline inaugural Huntsville Eggstravaganza

Published on April 4, 2022

The City of Huntsville and Parks & Recreation Department invite you to attend the inaugural Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 16.

The free egg hunt, designed for children ages 2-12, will take place from 9-11 a.m. at John Hunt Park, 2151 Airport Road SW, Huntsville.

In choosing the location, Huntsville Parks & Recreation Director James Gossett said John Hunt Park offers three advantages for this first-of-its-kind community event: open space, ample parking and flexibility if it rains. The site is also centrally located.

“People can get to the park from all over the community,” Gossett said.

What to expect

City crews are hiding 10,000 eggs, enough so everyone has a chance to go home happy. The egg hunt will also be organized by age group, allowing families to enjoy this springtime tradition in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Toni Terrell, a longtime host at 94.1 WHRP, will serve as emcee, letting everyone know when it’s time to start.

Of course, no egg hunt would be complete without the Easter Bunny! Fortunately, our guest of honor has agreed to headline the event and we can’t wait to welcome him to the City. He’ll be making the rounds, so be sure to stop by, say hello and grab a picture with him.

Because bunnies aren’t the only ones who like to hop, there will also be bounce houses for the kids. Other fun activities will include face painting, crafts and music. Food trucks will also be on-site.

Stay informed

In the event of rain, the Eggstravaganza will move to the nearby Jaycee Community Building, located at 2180 Airport Road SW. RSVP online and follow Huntsville Parks & Recreation on Facebook or Instagram for event updates.

Like to plan ahead? City crews will direct attendees where to park at the site, which will have clearly marked entrances for accessibility. The egg hunts will begin at the start of the event, so families should give themselves a little extra time to park and find their spot on the field.

“We hope to see you on April 16 at this community-wide event made possible by the City of Huntsville and our supporting partners,” Gossett said. “It will be a full morning of spring fun the whole family can enjoy.”