Albion plans Easter Hop this Saturday, big egg hunt on April 19

Photo by Tom Rivers: Kids displayed breakneck speed in hunting down Easter eggs on March 30, 2024. There were about 12,000 eggs scattered on the lawn, up from 10,000 in 2023. The egg hunt returns at noon on April 19.

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 10 April 2025 at 9:01 am

ALBION – Albion Merchants Association is hosting its 4th annual Albion Easter Hop on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children can get a free Easter basket at three starting locations: Bloom’s Flower Shop, Pretty Sweet Bakery and Confection Connection. Each basket has a list of participating businesses offering an Easter treat.

The following Saturday, on April 19, the Royal Body Shop Outreach Ministries will lead its fourth annual Easter Egg Hunt with thousands of eggs on the courthouse lawn. The egg hunt starts at noon with kids separating in three age groups, (1-5), (6-9) and (10-14). The children need to be present with an adult. Two golden eggs will be hidden per egg group.

The event includes free Easter baskets (while supplies last), free barber cuts from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., free food from the Masonic Lodge from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and free face painting from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be other prizes and giveaways.