Easter Egg Hunts in Gaston County 2026
- Melissa McCauley
- 7 days ago
- 4 min read
Updated: 4 days ago

Spring is in the air, and Easter is just around the corner! We've got you covered if you're in Gaston County and looking for egg-citing fun. Get ready to hop into the festive spirit with Easter egg hunts happening across the parks of Gaston County. But remember, always double-check the hosting locations for any last-minute date changes. Let's dive into the list and make this Easter egg hunt season one to remember!

Easter Egg Hunt
March 25, 2026 | Martha Rivers Park | Gastonia
Join the City of Gastonia Parks & Recreation Department on Wednesday, March 25. We will be having an Easter Egg Hunt at Martha Rivers Park soccer fields, complete with 30,000 candy filled eggs! Age groups: Under 2 3-5 6-8 9-12. Community outreach vendors will be onsite providing information about their services and will be handing out additional candy.

Eggs In The Park
March 27, 2026 | Harold Rankin Park Lowell
Mark your calendar and join the City of Lowell Parks and Recreation Department for Eggs in the Park!

Belmont Easter Egg Hunt
March 28, 2026 | Stowe Park | Belmont
Get ready for a hopping good time at the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Stowe Park! Join us as families come together for a fun-filled day of searching for colorful eggs hidden throughout the park. The event promises laughter, excitement, and perhaps a visit from the Easter Bunny himself. Make sure to bring your own basket and get ready to have an “egg-cellent” time!

Golden Egg Hunt
March 28, 2026 | Downtown Gastonia | Gastonia
Join the excitement in Downtown Gastonia during Gaston MAX for a community-wide Golden Egg Hunt! Explore the heart of downtown as hundreds of hidden eggs are scattered throughout local shops, streets, and gathering spaces. Keep an eye out for the 12 special golden eggs, each filled with prizes and surprises from beloved downtown businesses. It’s a fun, family-friendly way to experience the energy of downtown while shopping, dining, and celebrating the season.

Easter Egg Hunt
March 28, 2026 | Gaston County Museum | Dallas, NC
Join us on Saturday, March 28th at the Historic Dallas Court Square in front of the Gaston County Museum for an egg-citing afternoon of fun!

Easter Egg Scramble
March 28, 2026 | Stuart Cramer High School
Hop on over to Stuart W Cramer High School for a morning of fun, games, and tons of eggs to hunt! We're partnering with the Stuart W. Cramer High School Student Council to bring you a family-friendly event that you won’t want to miss.

Easter Egg Hunt
March 28, 2026 | Harper Park | Stanley, NC
Hop into spring fun at the Town of Stanley Easter Egg Hunt at Harper Park on Saturday, March 28th. With over 20,000 eggs and age-specific hunt times, it’s a can’t-miss morning for families—arrive early so your little ones don’t miss their turn.

Easter Celebration
March 29, 2026 | Hampton Homestead Farm
Spring fun for the whole family at Hampton Homestead Farm in Gastonia. Enjoy an Easter Egg Hunt, kids activities, giveaways, community partners and more.

Easter On Rolls
March 29, 2026 | Kate's Skating Rink Gastonia
Easter fun on wheels. Join us for Easter on Rolls at Kate’s Skating Rinks on March 29th. Skating, face painting, treats, drinks, meal tickets for kids, and every child gets an Easter basket. A sweet spring night the whole family will love.

Senior Easter Egg Hunt
March 30, 2026 | Stinger Park Bessemer City
Bring a basket and enjoy a day at the park with fellow seniors for our Annual Senior Citizen Egg Hunt. A bagged lunch provided along with prizes, fun and fellowship! RSVP by calling 704-729-6465.

Toddler Easter Egg Hunt
April 1, 2026 | Tuckaseege Park | Mount Holly
Bring your Toddlers to Tuckaseege Park in Mount Holly for egg hunts, crafts, games, and a visit from the Easter bunny.

Easter Egg Hunt
April 1, 2026 | Stanley, NC
Stanley Branch Library Easter Egg Hunt Create a craft, find Easter Eggs, enjoy a snack!
FUMC-Common Ground, 5481 Hickory Grove Rd, Stanley.

Community Easter Egg Hunt
April 2, 2026 | Stinger Park in Bessemer City
Bring the kids out for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt with egg hunt, food, and a movie at Stinger Park, Bessemer City This event is open to the public, so come out and enjoy some family fun! Egg Hunt will be for Ages 12 and under!

Easter Egg Hunt and Lunch Acvtive Adults 50+
April 2, 2026 | Presbyterian Church Lowell
Join us for an Egg Hunt! Active Adults aged 50 and up are invited to participate in our Easter Egg Hunt and Lunch! Thursday, April 2 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Presbyterian Church of Lowell (207 E. First St) Be sure to wear comfortable tennis shoes and have some fun! Participants will enjoy a delicious lunch and hunt for eggs for a chance to win prizes! Please note the egg hunt will be held outdoors unless it rains. Cost: $5 for Lowell Residents, $8 for Non-Residents. RSVP is required by Friday, March 27. Please call 704-315-8165 or email anixon@lowellnc.com.

Annual Egg Hunt
April 2, 2026 | Ranlo Ballfield
Join us on Thursday, April 2 at the Ranlo Ballfield for an evening of fun and plenty of eggs for each age group to find. t’s one of our favorite ways to kick off the season and bring the community together. Whether it’s your first time or a yearly tradition, we hope you’ll come out and enjoy the evening with us. Egg-cited to see you there!
Easter Egg Hunts in Gaston County 2026
Keep checking back as more Easter egg hunts and spring celebrations are added for 2026! Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026, but events will be hopping up across Gaston County on a range of dates leading up to the holiday. From small community hunts to bigger family-friendly events, there will be plenty of chances for kids and families to get out, have fun, and make sweet spring memories—so don’t miss what’s coming next.





























