West Side Nut Club Announces 78th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Mater Dei High School
Evansville, IN – The West Side Nut Club is excited to invite families and children to the 78th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Mater Dei High School’s football field, located at 1300 Harmony Way, Evansville, IN 47720. This beloved annual tradition promises an afternoon of excitement, community fun, and plenty of prizes!
Please note: This year’s event will take place at a different time than in previous years due to scheduling conflicts. The rope drop will be at exactly 12:00 PM, with cleanup beginning at 12:01 PM. Known as “the fastest 45 seconds on the Westside,” this exciting hunt will have kids scrambling to collect thousands of eggs in record time!
The event is free and open to children in grades Pre-K through 3rd, with designated areas to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for different age groups. Participants are encouraged to bring their own baskets to collect eggs.
“We love bringing the community together for this wonderful Easter tradition,” said Mike Dietz, Event Chairman of the West Side Nut Club. “Seeing the joy on children’s faces as they race to find eggs is what makes this event so special.”
Exciting Prizes & Thousands of Easter Eggs!
This year’s Easter Egg Hunt will feature:
- Approximately 16,000 eggs filled with over 50,000 pieces of candy
- 15 large pre-made Easter baskets
- 75 stuffed animals
- 50+ other toys and novelty prizes
Special Character Appearances & Photo Opportunities
Before and after the event, families will have the opportunity to take pictures with beloved characters from T’s and Crackers, including:
The Easter Bunny
Elmo
Big Bird
SpongeBob SquarePants
Scooby-Doo
Mickey & Minnie Mouse
These special guests will be available before and after the egg hunt, making this a truly magical event for kids and families alike!
Generous Sponsors Make It Possible
Prizes for this year’s event have been generously donated by Drake’s, Dig’N Roll Indoor Play, Bob Walther’s Golf and Fun, CMOE (Children’s Museum of Evansville), Deep Blue Indoor Play, Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure, Chuck E. Cheese, and Mesker Park Botanical Gardens.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to arrive early, as parking may be limited. In the case of inclement weather, updates will be shared on the West Side Nut Club’s official website and social media pages.
For more information, contact Brandon Julian at 812-430-8964 or publ
