For many families, Easter egg hunts are one of the highlights of Easter. Most of us who grew up in the Northwest have fond memories of running around in the wet grass in our boots to find the plastic eggs with the candies. It seems like rain often threatens Easter, but it doesn’t dampen kids’ enthusiasm for racing after those eggs. All of these events are scheduled to occur rain or shine since event organizers know how the weather often behaves. Please bring your own Easter basket for each egg hunt.
The holiday is early this year, falling in March, and all of the scheduled hunts take place on March 30, the Saturday before. Remember that this is the second weekend of spring vacation for most Oregon school districts, so Easter will be the last day of the vacation. So, follow the Easter Bunny to fun Easter egg hunts around Salem.
Salem Heights Church Easter Egg Hunt
Salem Heights Elementary School Field
3495 Liberty Road S, Salem
March 30, 10:00 a.m.
Centrally located just south of downtown, the Salem Heights Church has rented the Salem Heights School field for its annual event. The event is open to children from toddlers to fifth graders and their families. In addition to the traditional candies, participants will also be treated to prizes and donuts at the event.
Easter Egg Hunt and Party
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
1770 Baxter Road SE, Salem
March 30, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
If your kids like games and crafts in addition to hunting eggs, this event is for you. It also boasts photos with the Easter Bunny. The hunt will feature areas limited to different age groups. Community members will be invited to play games and make crafts after the main event. That’s when the Easter Bunny will be available for photos with any interested families.
Salem Center Easter Egg Hunt
401 Center Street NE, Salem
March 30, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
If you can’t face the thought of a morning of standing outside in potentially rainy weather, the Salem Center has you covered. The downtown multi-block mall is hosting an indoor hunt with times for those 6-12 (11 a.m. start time) and 1-5 (noon start time). The Easter Bunny will also make an appearance for photos, starting at 11:30. All of the events are in the upper level of the northern building, and it’s recommended to head to the area around Claire’s store to get ready.
Accessible Spring Festival
4080 Reed Road. SE #150,
Enter on Fairview Industrial Drive
March 30, 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., 11:00 to 11:30 a.m., 12:00 to 12:30 p.m.
Formerly an egg hunt, the Accessible Spring Festival for individuals with disabilities is an engaging event specifically for all ages. It’s organized by the nonprofit Shangri-La organization, which focuses on supporting individuals with disabilities in Salem and Eugene. According to their website, the festival is “An alternative to the traditional egg hunt experience. Attendees participate in spring-themed activities and games through their vehicle’s window.”
The video on the site shows a previous event, with people of all ages engaging with the activities and volunteers. The event is free, but the organization hopes each car will be willing to make a $5 donation. There are 150 slots, and you can sign up on their site. Remember that you must sign up for a specific time to attend, as it is 50 cars per half-hour slot.
Kids Easter Egg Hunt
Paradis Vineyards
17627 Abiqua Road Northeast Silverton
March 30, 1 to 1:30 p.m. for kids, 3 to 4 p.m. for adults
Located just outside Silverton, Paradis Vineyards is set to host its second annual Easter Egg Hunt this year. The beautiful setting for the Vineyard, in a primarily wooded area in the hills approaching Silver Falls, is reason enough to attend. With two different events – one for children and one for adults, this event will appeal to the adults missing out on the glory days of hunting eggs. Unlike the other events, this one comes with a small fee, and you need to sign up to attend.
Easter is a holiday to celebrate spring and rebirth, with the cherry blossoms around town starting to appear. With the Easter egg hunts scheduled for Saturday, families can plan Easter the way they choose – from Easter services to dinners with family. Keep in mind that there will likely be more Easter egg hunts advertised as we get closer to the holiday if there are hunts that you traditionally do with your family and don’t see here. No matter what you decide, may your Easter include candy from little plastic eggs and maybe a photo with the Easter Bunny!
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