Egg hunts for kids this April

April 18: Grades 5-8 can hunt glow-in-the-dark eggs by flashlight. April 19: Ages 1-10 hunt eggs, make crafts, pet bunnies; ages 11-12 earn prizes.

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Berkeley kids from ages 1-13 can search for eggs at our parks this April-by daylight or flashlight.

On April 18 at Grove Park, 5th- 8th graders can take on a nighttime challenge, using flashlights to search for glow-in-the-dark eggs.

On April 19 at César Chávez Park, children ages 1-10 can dash across the grass, collecting eggs alongside kids their own age. Afterward, they can make crafts, play games, and pet bunnies. At the same event, kids ages 11-12 can complete an activity card to earn prizes.

Join us April 18 at Grove Park and April 19 at César Chávez Park. Preregister online to save time.

Friday, April 18: Glow-in-the-Dark Flashlight Egg Hunt at Grove Park

Fifth through eighth graders: bring your flashlights and get ready to light up the dark with a Friday night egg search. As you arrive, you'll receive glow gear-either a necklace or glasses-to add some more light to your search.

Prizes up for grabs include a Meta Quest 3 VR headset, a 43-inch Insignia Smart Fire TV, and the latest over-the-head wireless Bluetooth BEATS.

If you have a child who attends a school in Berkeley but is not a resident, please call (510) 981-6674 to register.

Saturday, April 19: Spring Egg Hunt Extravaganza at César Chávez Park

Children ages 1-12 can join the search for eggs or prizes!

Ages 1-10 can join a Saturday morning egg hunt where each child will receive a basket to gather eggs. They can bring their own basket too. Play games and win spring-themed prizes like toy ducks, bubbles, stickers, plush toys, and candy.

Ages 11-12 can take part in the kid's scavenger bingo. They can earn small prizes by completing tasks like spreading eggs for the little kids, handing out "Mystery Eggs," and helping with the petting zoo line.

The Spring Egg Hunt Extravaganza will also feature a petting zoo, a visit from a park's staffer dressed up as a bunny, spring-themed crafts, an interactive kid's carnival with prizes, and bunny hop dance lessons.

There will be two check-in lines: one for pre-registered attendees and one for same-day registration, which will accept cash or check only. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early. Scholarships are available for those approved for 2025 recreation scholarships

The Kids Egg Hunt schedule is divided into 20-minute increments starting at 10:00 am:

• 10:00 am: 1-year-olds
• 10:20 am: 2-year-olds
• 10:40 am: 3-year-olds
• 11:00 am: 4-year-olds
• 11:20 am: 5-6-year-olds
• 11:40 am: 7-8-year-olds
• 12:00 pm: 9-10-year-olds
• 9:30 am - 1:00 pm: 11-12-year-olds (Ongoing Scavenger Hunt)

If you drive, street parking for Saturday activities may require a short walk. Consider biking, using a shared bike or scooter, carpooling, or using AC Transit Trip Planner to navigate your route.

These events are organized by the City's Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront Department, which offers a variety of camps, classes, and activities catering to diverse age groups and socioeconomic backgrounds. Learn more and sign up via our online recreation portal. See more opportunities on our events calendar.

Join our egg hunts this April at Grove Park and César Chávez Park, with daytime activities for kids 1-12 and a nighttime glow-in-the-dark hunt for grades 5-8.

Links

• Flashlight Egg Hunt: event; registration
• Spring Egg Hunt Extravaganza: event; registration
• Online recreation portal
• City of Berkeley events calendar