Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary to host 'Eggstravaganza' for furry friends

The annual event will feature a dog egg hunt, costume contest, and more to celebrate the Easter season.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 5:07am

Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary in Salisbury, North Carolina is hosting its annual 'Eggstravaganza' fundraising event on March 21, 2026. The event will feature a dog egg hunt, a chance to meet the Easter Bunny for photos, a dog costume contest, a tail-wagging contest, a communal dog walk, and a pet parade. The event is open to all friendly, leashed dogs and their owners, and will also provide information about adopting dogs and cats from the sanctuary.

Why it matters

Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary is a non-profit dedicated to rescuing, healing, and rehoming homeless dogs and cats in Rowan County. Events like the Eggstravaganza help raise funds and awareness for the sanctuary's important work, while also providing a fun and festive way for the local community to celebrate the Easter season with their furry friends.

The details

The Eggstravaganza will feature a dog egg hunt where pups can 'sniff out egg-citing surprises.' There will also be a chance for attendees to meet the Easter Bunny and take photos. Two competitions, a dog costume contest and a tail-wagging contest, will be held, along with a communal dog walk and pet parade. The event costs $10 per pet, with registration on the day of the event starting at 9:30 a.m. and events beginning at 10 a.m.

  • The Eggstravaganza will be held on March 21, 2026.
  • The event has been held annually for the past 10 years, with the name changing from 'Sniff N Snag' to 'Eggstravaganza' two years ago.

The players

Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary

A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing, healing, and rehoming homeless dogs and cats in Rowan County, North Carolina.

Mary Padavick

The director of Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary.

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What they’re saying

“We usually have a very nice crowd and it's a lot of fun.”

— Mary Padavick, Director of Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary

What’s next

The Eggstravaganza event will be held on March 21, 2026 at the Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary's 10.75-acre site located at 220 Grace Church Road in Salisbury, North Carolina.

The takeaway

The Eggstravaganza event hosted by Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary provides a fun and festive way for the local community to celebrate the Easter season with their furry friends, while also supporting the important work of the non-profit organization in rescuing, healing, and rehoming homeless dogs and cats in Rowan County.