48,000 Eggs at Willamalane’s Annual Megga Hunt on April 4

Oregon’s largest annual egg hunt event offers options for all ages and abilities

Get ready to have an egg-cellent time at Megga Hunt, Springfield’s biggest annual egg hunt. The Willamalane Park and Recreation District‘s 71st annual Megga Hunt is on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 9:00am to noon at Lively Park at 6100 Thurston Road, Springfield. The event is open to all ages and abilities and will feature a variety of egg hunts, including inclusive and adaptive options. 

Tickets are required for all egg hunters, but parents and caregivers do not need tickets. Tickets are $7 and available online at willamalane.org/egg.

Megga Hunt features over 48,000 eggs. The event offers options for all ages and abilities, including competitive hunts for children aged two and older, toddler hunts for children aged one and younger, inclusive non-competitive hunts for all ages, and adaptive non-competitive hunts for all ages.

 “Springfield looks forward to fun, affordable and long-standing community events like these year after year. Willamalane is honored Megga Hunt has become part of family traditions for so many in our community.”

– Michael Wargo, Executive Director, Willamalane Park and Recreation District

Attendees can enjoy hands-on activities, balloon animals, train rides, photo booths, music, and community exhibitors. Concessions will be available, including Dawn’s Most Wanted Espresso, Kona Ice, and Flying Cotton Candy. 

Megga Hunt is sponsored by Lithia Toyota of Springfield, The Chronicle, Springfield Drifters, and Ziply Fiber.

About Willamalane
Willamalane Park and Recreation District maintains and operates recreation facilities, community centers, pools, parks, trails, and natural areas in Springfield. In addition, the district provides recreational activities, volunteer opportunities, and childcare that are accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Created by voters in 1944, Willamalane is a special tax district, separate from the City of Springfield, governed by a five-member, elected board of directors and managed by an executive director. In 2022, Willamalane earned CAPRA accreditation, which signifies that the organization’s overall quality of operations, management, and service to the community are aligned with industry best practices.