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Westfield Today
By the People, for the People
Westfield Announces 2026 Easter Egg Hunt
Annual community event returns to Mindowaskin Park on March 22.
Published on Mar. 4, 2026
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The Westfield Police Department, in partnership with the Westfield Optimist Club, will host the town's annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 22 from noon to 2 p.m. in Mindowaskin Park. Registration is free but required to participate, with age-specific time slots and a special slot for children with special needs. After the egg hunt, the Easter Bunny will make an appearance for photos, and there will be additional activities like face painting, food trucks, a balloon artist, and music.
Why it matters
The Westfield Easter Egg Hunt is a longstanding community tradition that brings families together and provides a fun, safe environment for children to celebrate the holiday. The event's return after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic is a welcome sign of normalcy for the town.
The details
The egg hunt will begin promptly at 12:15 p.m., and participants are asked to bring their own baskets. Parents and guardians must remain with their children at all times. In addition to the egg hunt, the event will feature the Easter Bunny for photos, face painting, food trucks, a balloon artist, and music. The Westfield Fire Department, Rescue Squad, Recreation Department, and DPW will also be on hand to support the festivities.
- The Easter Egg Hunt will take place on March 22, 2026 from noon to 2 p.m.
- The egg hunt will begin at 12:15 p.m.
- The Easter Bunny will make an appearance at 1 p.m.
The players
Westfield Police Department
The local police department that is partnering with the Westfield Optimist Club to host the annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Westfield Optimist Club
A community service organization that is co-hosting the Easter Egg Hunt with the Westfield Police Department.
What’s next
The Westfield Police Department will announce the registration deadline and provide updates on the event's activities as the date approaches.
The takeaway
The return of Westfield's beloved Easter Egg Hunt is a heartwarming sign that the community is bouncing back after a challenging couple of years. Families can look forward to a fun-filled day of holiday festivities and quality time together.
