Perham's Free Easter Egg Hunt at Arvig Park Features 16,000 Eggs

Sixteen thousand eggs hidden across age-grouped sections of Arvig Park made Perham's annual Easter egg hunt one of the larger free community events in Otter Tail County on Saturday.

North Pines Market presented the event, with the Perham Area Chamber and local community partners providing support. Families began arriving around noon, with the parent and adult hunt kicking off at 12:30 p.m. and the main children's hunts starting promptly at 1:00 p.m.

Organizers divided the park into zones by age group, keeping toddlers from competing against older elementary and preteen kids for the same eggs. Each section held a share of the 16,000 eggs filled with candy and small prizes, with volunteers roping off zones and announcing staggered starts to keep the hunt fair across age brackets.

Beyond the eggs, the event included photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny and face painting, with additional community tables rounding out the afternoon depending on volunteer availability. Organizers had noted ahead of time, with a nod to the unpredictability of Minnesota springs, that the hunt would proceed barring a blizzard.

Families were advised to bring baskets or bags for egg collection and to arrive early, as parking near the centrally located park fills quickly. For weather or schedule updates, organizers directed residents to monitor the Perham Area Chamber event page.

The hunt is part of a seasonal circuit of community events across Otter Tail County that draws together local businesses, nonprofits, service clubs, and schools. North Pines Market serves as the point of contact for residents interested in volunteering or donating candy and prizes ahead of future events, with listings available through the Perham Area Chamber event calendar.