South River set to host annual Easter egg hunt Saturday at St. Marks Coptic School

South River, NJ – Families across South River are preparing for an afternoon of spring festivities as the borough’s Parks and Recreation Department hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday at St. Marks Coptic School. The free event is expected to draw children from across the community for age-group hunts, photos, and seasonal activities.

Scheduled for March 21, the event will take place on Morningside Avenue, with organizers encouraging attendees to arrive on time for their designated group slots. Participants are asked to bring their own baskets for collecting eggs.

Children will be divided into age groups to manage participation and ensure safety. Start times are staggered, beginning at 4:00 p.m. for the youngest attendees.

South river set to host annual easter egg hunt saturday at st. Marks coptic school
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Key Points

  • South River’s Easter Egg Hunt takes place Saturday, March 21 at St. Marks Coptic School
  • Event features staggered start times by age group beginning at 4:00 p.m.
  • Admission is free, and families are asked to bring their own baskets

Age groups and event schedule

According to event details released by South River Parks and Recreation, children ages 3 and under, along with Pre-K and Kindergarten participants, will begin at 4:00 p.m. Students in 1st and 2nd grade, as well as those in 3rd through 5th grade, will start at 4:30 p.m.

Organizers note that the structured timing is intended to keep the event orderly while allowing each group a fair opportunity to participate.

Community tradition continues

The annual egg hunt remains a longstanding tradition in South River, offering families a free, local activity centered around seasonal celebration. In addition to the hunt, children will have the opportunity to take photos with the Easter Bunny during the event.

Officials have not indicated any registration requirement, and attendance is open to the public.