Over 20,000 eggs to be had at annual toms river easter egg hunt

Over 20,000 Eggs to Be Had at Annual Toms River Easter Egg Hunt

Posted by
1 min read
March 7, 2026

Mayor Dan Rodrick and the Toms River Recreation Department are inviting families to attend the township’s annual Easter Egg Hunt later this month.

Toms River, NJ – Families are invited to gather in Toms River for the township’s annual Easter Egg Hunt, an event expected to draw hundreds of children and parents to Castle Park.

The event is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, beginning promptly at 9 a.m. at Oak Avenue – Castle Park, located at 1540 North Bay Avenue.


Key Points

• Annual Toms River Easter Egg Hunt set for Saturday, March 28
• Event begins at 9 a.m. sharp at Castle Park on North Bay Avenue
• More than 20,000 eggs will be scattered throughout the park


Thousands of eggs hidden for children

Over 20,000 eggs to be had at annual toms river easter egg hunt

The township recreation depatment says more than 20,000 eggs will be hidden throughout the park for children to collect during the hunt. The event is free to attend and does not require registration, though participants are encouraged to arrive early and bring their own baskets.

The hunt has become a popular spring tradition for local families.

Easter Bunny and music planned

In addition to the egg hunt, the Easter Bunny will make a special appearance for photos with children. A DJ will also be on site to provide music and entertainment throughout the event.

Fire department to deliver eggs

The Toms River Fire Department is also expected to take part in the celebration with a special delivery of eggs. Mayor Rodrick said the event is designed as a community gathering that brings families together ahead of the Easter holiday.

Residents with questions about the event can contact Toms River Recreation at 732-341-1000 ext. 8414 or visit the township recreation website.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton is the Editor and Publisher of Shore News Network, an independent digital newsroom providing original reporting on New Jersey, national news, government, public policy, public safety, courts, and community affairs.

As founder of the publication, Stilton leads editorial strategy, investigative reporting, and daily newsroom operations while overseeing coverage that reaches millions of readers annually.

With extensive experience covering municipal government, county government, state legislatures, elections, law enforcement, emergency management, and public records, Stilton specializes in translating complex government actions into clear, factual reporting. His work frequently relies on primary source documents, including court filings, legislation, public meeting records, election finance disclosures, government databases, police reports, and Freedom of Information and Open Public Records Act (OPRA) requests. He has reported extensively on local government accountability, taxpayer spending, campaign finance, public corruption investigations, infrastructure, public safety, and the policies affecting New Jersey residents.

Under Stilton's editorial leadership, Shore News Network has grown into one of New Jersey's largest independent digital news organizations, publishing thousands of original news articles each year while providing breaking news coverage, investigative reporting, and analysis across state and local government. The publication's reporting is routinely sourced from official government agencies, public officials, court records, and firsthand documentation, with a commitment to transparency, attribution, corrections when warranted, and clearly distinguishing factual reporting from opinion.

Stilton's journalism follows established newsroom standards emphasizing accuracy, verification, fairness, and accountability. Every effort is made to verify information through official records and multiple reliable sources before publication. His reporting is intended to provide readers with timely, well-documented information that helps them understand the issues affecting their communities, while maintaining editorial independence from political parties, government agencies, advocacy organizations, and commercial interests.

Readers can submit story tips, corrections, public records, or media inquiries through the official Shore News Network website or its verified social media channels. Shore News Network welcomes corrections and updates when new information becomes available as part of its ongoing commitment to accurate and transparent journalism.

Facebook

Don't Miss