LOGAN – Easter egg hunts are a long-standing tradition in Cache Valley and across the country. Many children look forward to scrambling to get colored eggs every year. English Heritage website said eggs are associated with new life and spring.
Early Christians believed eggs were a symbol of the resurrection and an empty eggshell was a metaphor for Jesus’ tomb.
On Easter Sunday, early Christians fasted and to end the fast they feasted and celebrated. Eggs were a part of this celebration. This was also true for poor people who could not afford meat.
The Easter rabbit tradition goes back to Central Europe where rabbits or hares were associated with fertility and with the Virgin Mary.
Hares can be found in paintings in illuminated manuscripts of the Virgin and the Christ Child.
In Cache Valley, Easter egg hunts have become a popular tradition for children and their parents.
Here are some Easter egg hunts in the valley to be held this Saturday on April 19.
Mendon City will have their Easter egg hunt on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the city square behind the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 20 N. 100 W. The city is asking participants for a $1 donation.
In Nibley, a family friendly Easter egg fun run will be at Virgil Gibbons Heritage Park located at 2456 S. 800 W. The race and activities for all ages begin at 9 a.m. with the kids running a Hopstacle course.
Hyrum City is hosting their Easter egg hunt at the city square at 9:00 a.m. sharp for ages 12 and under at City Square, located at 60 W. Main Street.
Wellsville City is hosting their Easter egg hunt at the city square located near 75 S. Center for children 9 and under starting at 9 a.m.
Logan City Parks and Recreation is holding an Easter egg/scavenger hunt. Clues will be given on Instagram for the different parks the hunts will be located in. Easter Egg/Scavenger Hunt will begin at 8 a.m.
The Downtown Easter Egg Walk in Historic Downtown Logan takes place Saturday. Many establishments will open their doors and welcome families between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
North Logan held their Easter egg hunt last weekend.
Smithfield is holding their Easter egg hunt Saturday at 9 a.m. at the grass field east of Sky View High School.
The Lions Club in Preston is sponsoring an Easter egg hunt on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the City Park located at approximately 200 N. 100 W. in Preston.
Weston is holding their Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. at the Weston City Park located 15 East Depot Street. Meet at the grandstands.