Union Center to Host Annual Easter Scavenger Hunt

The free, family-friendly event returns on April 4 with interactive activities, local merchants, and the Easter Bunny.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 7:49pm

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Union's Special Improvement District is hosting the annual Easter Scavenger Hunt in the Union Center on April 4 from noon to 3 p.m. The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature interactive activities at the Union Arts Center, photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, and a lineup of local merchants handing out pre-filled eggs and special letters to help solve a secret message.

Why it matters

Events like the Easter Scavenger Hunt help drive foot traffic to Union's local businesses and strengthen the vibrant spirit of the downtown area. The mayor emphasized that these community events create lasting memories for families while supporting the small businesses that make Union unique.

The details

The scavenger hunt begins at the Union Arts Center, which will have various games and activities for children. Participants can then visit local merchants, where they will receive pre-filled eggs and a special letter to fill in on a map, unlocking a secret message. Highlights include a photo opportunity in front of a flower wall at Norma's Flowers and meeting the Easter Bunny in person.

  • The Easter Scavenger Hunt will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from noon to 3 p.m.

The players

Union's Special Improvement District (SID)

The organization hosting the annual Easter Scavenger Hunt event in Union Center.

Patricia Guerra-Frazier

The mayor of Union, New Jersey, who emphasized the importance of community events in supporting local businesses and creating lasting memories for families.

Antonio Dei-Medici

The Executive Director of the Special Improvement District, who expressed excitement about the well-attended annual event and invited the community to join in the Easter egg scavenger hunt.

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What they’re saying

“Events like the Union Center Easter Scavenger Hunt are a wonderful way for our families to create lasting memories together while directly supporting the small businesses that make Union so unique.”

— Patricia Guerra-Frazier, Mayor

“This is such a great, well-attended annual event. We look forward to having all friends and families join the Easter egg scavenger hunt for a day of free fun and community engagement. Come and create some memories in Union Center.”

— Antonio Dei-Medici, Executive Director, Special Improvement District

What’s next

The Easter Scavenger Hunt is an annual event, so the next occurrence will be on Saturday, April 4, 2027.

The takeaway

The Union Center Easter Scavenger Hunt is a beloved community tradition that brings families together, supports local businesses, and celebrates the vibrant spirit of Union's downtown. By hosting interactive events that drive foot traffic to small merchants, the city is strengthening its local economy and creating lasting memories for residents.