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Family Easter Egg hunts and the Easter Bunny will hop into town soon

Upshur County offers numerous family-friendly Easter events in April featuring egg hunts, candy, games, and visits from the Easter Bunny, providing spring fun for children and adults alike.

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Hop into the Spring and Easter season with a variety of family-friendly events throughout Upshur County this month.

From action-packed egg hunts to special visits from the Easter Bunny himself, Buckhannon is the epicenter for great memories of all ages. Whether it’s a child hunting for colorful eggs or an adult witnessing the fun, there is something fun for everyone to enjoy.

Celebrate this Spring season in Upshur County at the following events:

Saturday, April 12

  • Easter Egg Hunt by Nay Chapel & Ellamore Volunteer Fire Department from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. with refreshments from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Ellamore Volunteer Fire Department.

Sunday, April 13

  • Easter Egg Hunt by Selbyville Volunteer Fire Department & James W. Curry Public Library, 2 p.m. at the James W. Curry Park in the Brooks Hill community.
  • Easter Egg Hunt April 13 at the Buckhannon Kroger. Line up at 2:30 p.m. on the porch in front of Kroger. Featuring photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny and games.

Saturday, April 19

  • Buckhannon Lions Club presents the annual Matt Hymes Memorial Easter Egg Hunt in the Buckhannon City Park. The hunt begins at 11 a.m. and will feature candy-filled eggs and prizes.
  • Easter Egg Hunt at Holly River State Park, Saturday, April 19, at 2 p.m. on park grounds near the offices. Aimed at children ages 0-12, refreshments will be served following the egg hunt. Sponsored by the Holly River State Park Foundation, Holly River State Park and volunteers.
  • Aletha Chapter No. 82 Order of the Eastern Star Easter Egg Hunt April 19 at Rock Cave Elementary School playground. Geared toward 0 to 12-year-olds, the fun begins at noon. There will be bikes, baskets, candy-filled eggs and money-filled eggs.
  • Easter Egg Hunt presented by the Warren District Volunteer Fire Department and Maniac Mountain. This free event begins at 2 p.m. and is geared toward multiple age groups from 0 to adult. Special needs friendly. 10,000 eggs will be hidden and dropped. Bounce houses, games, face painting, photo ops with the Easter Bunny, and more.

Happy Spring & Happy Easter to all!

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