Bluefield, Virginia's Annual Easter Egg Hunt Returns

The free community event features storytelling, thousands of eggs, and separate age groups.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:06pm

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a colorful Easter egg repeated in a tight grid pattern, capturing the joyful energy of a community Easter celebration.The annual Easter Egg Hunt in Bluefield, Virginia brings the community together for a festive celebration of the holiday.Bluefield Today

The Town of Bluefield, Virginia's Parks and Recreation Department is bringing back its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The free event will include Easter storytelling by Westminster Church, followed by an egg hunt with 10 golden eggs and 3,000 total eggs split between two age groups - 6 and under, and 7 and up.

Why it matters

The Easter Egg Hunt is a beloved annual tradition that brings the Bluefield community together for a fun, family-friendly celebration of the holiday. After being canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, the return of the event is an exciting milestone for local families.

The details

The Easter Egg Hunt will take place at the Amphitheater area, with the 6-and-under age group hunting in the high school lower field, and the 7-and-up group hunting outside the high school lower field. Parents are advised to keep a close eye on their children, as the Parks and Recreation Department will not be responsible for any stolen, lost, or traded eggs, including the 10 special golden eggs.

  • The Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • Easter Storytelling by Westminster Church will take place at 10:00 a.m., before the egg hunt begins.

The players

Town of Bluefield, Virginia

The local government organization hosting the annual Easter Egg Hunt event.

Parks and Recreation Department

The department within the Town of Bluefield, Virginia that is organizing and overseeing the Easter Egg Hunt.

Westminster Church

The local church providing the Easter Storytelling portion of the event.

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The takeaway

The return of Bluefield's beloved Easter Egg Hunt is a heartwarming sign of the community's resilience and commitment to family-friendly traditions, even after the challenges of the past few years. Locals are sure to enjoy the fun, festive atmosphere and the chance to create new memories with their loved ones.