Young's Jersey Dairy Hosts 43rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Over 2,000 children expected to scramble for 10,000 dyed eggs at the family-friendly event in Yellow Springs, Ohio

Apr. 4, 2026 at 1:41am

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An abstract, out-of-focus photograph of children's hands reaching for brightly colored Easter eggs in a grassy field, with soft pools of warm light and color creating a dreamlike, nostalgic atmosphere.Young's Jersey Dairy's annual Easter Egg Hunt brings generations of families together for a beloved community tradition filled with joy and wonder.Today in Dayton

Young's Jersey Dairy, a local business in Yellow Springs, Ohio, is preparing to host its 43rd annual Easter Egg Hunt this weekend. The event is expected to draw over 2,000 children who will search for 10,000 eggs that the team hand-dyed. This year marks the first Easter Egg Hunt for the business's new CIEIO, John Young, who took over the role in July 2025. Young's Jersey Dairy is continuing its tradition of offering a sensory-friendly hunt after the main event for children who need that environment.

Why it matters

The Young's Jersey Dairy Easter Egg Hunt has become a beloved annual tradition in the local community, with families returning year after year. The event not only provides a fun Easter activity for children but also supports local food banks through donations, showcasing the dairy's commitment to community partnerships.

The details

Young's Jersey Dairy spent Thursday hand-dying 10,000 eggs for the children to find during the hunt. The event is free to the public, and attendees are encouraged to bring two non-perishable food items to receive a free ticket to ride the Young's Jersey Dairy Carousel after the hunt. The hunt is divided into two age groups: 5-7 and 8-10 years old. Young shared a pro-tip for attendees, suggesting they go all the way to the back of the hunt area first before working their way forward, as the best eggs tend to be hidden in the back.

  • The 43rd annual Young's Jersey Dairy Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Sunday, April 20, 2026.
  • The sensory-friendly hunt will be held at 3 p.m., after the main event.

The players

John Young

The CIEIO (Chief Ice Cream and Enjoyment Officer) of Young's Jersey Dairy, who took over the role in July 2025.

Second Harvest Food Bank

A food bank that partnered with Young's Jersey Dairy to provide some of the 10,000 eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt.

Dayton Food Bank

A food bank that partnered with Young's Jersey Dairy to provide some of the 10,000 eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt.

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What they’re saying

“It's like a sea of children running for their Easter eggs. So it's an awesome event.”

— John Young, CIEIO, Young's Jersey Dairy

“It's fun seeing the traditions that families have coming out every year. Their grandparents brought them out here. Now they're bringing their kids out here to do the Easter egg hunt.”

— John Young, CIEIO, Young's Jersey Dairy

“Those kiddos that need that, it's after all the crowds are gone. My wife, who was a special educator and my daughter now, they're gonna run that aspect at three o'clock.”

— John Young, CIEIO, Young's Jersey Dairy

What’s next

Young's Jersey Dairy will provide updates on the outcome of the 43rd annual Easter Egg Hunt on their website and social media channels following the event on Sunday, April 20, 2026.

The takeaway

The Young's Jersey Dairy Easter Egg Hunt has become a beloved community tradition, bringing families together for decades. The event's continued success, with its focus on inclusivity and support for local food banks, demonstrates the dairy's commitment to creating joyful experiences and giving back to the Yellow Springs community.