Spring festivities: Kids search for eggs, adults solve scavenger hunt

Berkeleyans of all ages can hunt for eggs in our parks – using their keen eyes, flashlights, or hidden clues – as part of a series of events organized by the City.

The littlest ones – ages 1-10 – can race for eggs spread across the grass alongside kids of their exact age. Afterward, kids can make crafts, play games, and pet bunnies.

Kids in grades 5-8 can scour the night using flashlights to find glow-in-the-dark eggs. Children 11 to 12 can complete an activity card to earn a small prize.

This year, we also have something for those 16 and older. Six-person teams will be given a set of clues and 90 minutes to find as many eggs as possible. We’ll have prizes!

All of these activities will be happening on March 29 or 30 across two of our City parks, San Pablo and César Chávez. Save time and avoid hassle: pre-register on our online recreation portal.

Friday, March 29: Glow-in-the-dark Flashlight Egg Hunt at San Pablo Park

Fifth through eighth graders should bring flashlights to search for glow-in-the-dark eggs on Friday night. They'll have a chance to win prizes, including an Xbox Series X.

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

Saturday, March 30: Spring Egg Hunt Extravaganza at César Chávez Park  

Children ages 1-12 can join a quest for eggs or prizes!

For kids ages 1-10, there’s a Saturday morning egg hunt organized by age groups. Each child will receive a basket to gather eggs and spring goodies.

Ages 11 to 12 can take part in the Kid’s Scavenger Hunt. They can earn small prizes by completing tasks like spreading eggs, 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.

The Kids Egg Hunts are divided into 20-minute increments starting at 10:00 am. Arrive 30 minutes ahead of time for same-day registration:

• 1 year old: 10:00 am
• 2 years old: 10:20 am
• 3 years old: 10:40 am
• 4 years old: 11:00 am
• 5-6 years old: 11:20 am
• 7-8 years old: 11:40 am
• 9-10 years old: 12:00 pm
• 11-12: Scavenger Hunt – ongoing 9:30 am–1:00 pm

Saturday, March 30: Adult Scavenger Hunt at the Waterfront

Teams of up to six people will be given clues and 90 minutes to solve riddles leading to “eggs” hidden throughout the Waterfront. Ages 16 and older are recommended, but all ages are welcome.

At each location along the hunt, the full team will take a photo with the “egg.” 

The top three teams with the most correct answers will receive gift cards of $200, $150, and $100, respectively, to a Berkeley Waterfront restaurant. While supplies last, runners-up will receive a $40 gift card to Skates on the Bay.

The Scavenger Hunt schedule is as follows:

•  9:30 am -11:45 am – Event check-in and registration
•  Noon – Teams start searching
•  1:30 pm – All teams meet back at César Chávez Park
•  1:45 pm – Winners announced

For further inquiries for the Waterfront Scavenger Hunt, you can call (510) 982-6740.

If you drive, street parking for Saturday's activities may require a short walk. Consider biking, using a shared bike or scooter, carpooling, or AC Transit lines 7, 36, 72, or 88 lines to get near San Pablo Park. Use the 51B to get to César Chávez Park.

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 us to celebrate spring on March 29 or 30. From a glow-in-the-dark egg hunt for youth, to a kids carnival and an adult scavenger hunt, there's something for everyone.

Links

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