The History
Since 2019 Albion Eggstravaganza has created joyous memories for Albion’s youth through the largest egg hunt in the community. When the City of Albion announced the cancellation of the egg hunt in 2019, a group of Albion High School (AHS) Alumni, including Nathan Fuentes, jumped into action to give back into the community. Through fast donations and a quick park reservation, the first year of the Albion Eggstravaganza was underway with about 50 participants.
Since 2019, the event has grown tremendously. In 2024, the event had nearly 600 people with over 300 baskets, 20 bikes/scooters, and more than 12,000 filled eggs. The continued goal of the organizers is to provide each child with a basket, toy, or prize in addition to the eggs they collect.
The organization itself has changed too! Beginning with the impact of AHS Alums, Albion Eggstavaganza is now a 501c3 non-profit so more businesses can participate with the excitement.
The Details
Soon after Easter ends, the shopping for baskets for the next year begins. That’s how long the preparations last to create this amazing hunt. From there, the non-profit begins their large haul shopping for basket items and candies about 6-8 weeks prior to the event. This is nothing compared to the work on the day.
Dependent on the quantity of volunteers, it can take a few hours to stuff over 12,000 eggs, plus a few hours to scatter eggs, arrange baskets and bikes, and start the grills for the free food afterwards. For the time put in, Albion Eggstavaganza shared that the eggs will be picked up in within minutes!
This year the non-profit is aiming to have over 15,000 eggs, making it one of the biggest hunts in the state!
The Impact
Albion Eggstavaganza continues their work because the individuals want to continue to provide a special event to the Albion youth and community at large. It is also a fun way for community members, businesses, AHS Alum, and past residents to give back.
If you are looking to support Albion Eggstavaganza, they are always looking for donations: monetary, unopened bags of Easter candy for the eggs, new eggs, small toys, crayons, chalk, books, and other items that can fit in Easter baskets. Volunteers are always needed on the event! To learn more about how you can support contact Albion Eggstravaganza via their Facebook page or at albioneggstravaganza@gmail.com.
This year’s Albion Eggstravaganza is April 19th at 12PM in Victory Park.