What you need for an Easter egg hunt

A successful Easter egg hunt needs more than chocolate eggs. You’ll need separate eggs for hiding and collecting, baskets for children, clear route markers, drinks and simple snacks. Outdoor equipment also matters: tables, seating, waste bins and weather protection can make the difference between a smooth afternoon and last-minute scrambling. Use this list to shop early, then check quantities against your guest numbers and the size of the search area.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentsqty 2
Foldable tablesqty 6
Chairsqty 45
Picnic blanketsqty 8
Waste binsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 50
Reusable bowlsqty 50
Reusable cupsqty 60
Coffee cupsqty 40
Cutlery setsqty 50
Serving plattersqty 8
Tongs and serving spoonsqty 6

Decorations

Plastic Egg Hunt Eggsqty 150
Easter basketsqty 45
Easter flagsqty 4
Tableclothsqty 6
Balloonsqty 40
Ribbonsqty 6

Sports equipment

Conesqty 20
Barrier tapeqty 4
Chalkqty 6
Children's activitiesqty 4

Equipment

Coolersqty 3
Thermos flasksqty 4
Kettlesqty 2
Extension cordsqty 3
Speaker

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Knivesqty 6
Ice packsqty 12
Aluminum foilqty 2

Lighting

LED string lightsqty 4
LED lanternsqty 6

Cleaning

Cleaning bucketqty 2
Broom and dustpanqty 2
Mopqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Chocolate eggs - 150 pieces
- Chocolate Easter figures - 45 pieces
- Goldfish crackers - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Mini pretzels - 3 bags
- Popcorn - 3 bags
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Carrots - 3 kilogram
- Cherry tomatoes - 3 kilograms
- Grapes - 4 kilograms
- Apples - 45 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Strawberries - 3 kilograms
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cream cheese - 4 tubs
- Young matured cheese - 2 kilograms
- Chicken breast slices - 1 kilogram
- Hummus wraps - 50 pieces
- Mini rolls - 60 pieces
- Whole wheat bread - 5 loaves
- Butter - 500 grams
- Jam - 2 jars
- Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Mustard - 1 jar
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 shaker
- Paprika powder - 1 container
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 6 bottles
- Sparkling water - 6 bottles
- Still water - 10 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Honey - 1 jar
- Lemons - 8 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 kilograms
- Napkins - 200 pieces
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 40 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 3 bottles
- Disinfecting wipes - 3 packs

Tips

Buy at least 2–3 hunt eggs per child, plus 10% extra for damaged, lost or unclaimed eggs. Keep the hiding eggs separate from any treats or prizes handed out at the end.
Plan drinks for the full event rather than only the hunt: allow 2–3 drinks per person for the first hour, then about 1 drink per person for each additional hour. Chill what you can in coolers and keep hot drinks in thermos flasks.
Provide one Easter basket per child, with a few spare baskets for late registrations or forgotten equipment. A basket that holds 8–12 eggs is usually large enough for a standard hunt.
Buy enough reusable cups, plates and bowls for one complete serving per guest, plus roughly 10% extra. Serving platters, tongs and serving spoons are easy to overlook when snacks are prepared at home.
Mark the search area before guests arrive with cones, barrier tape and chalk. Pack extension cords, ice packs and a speaker only if the venue allows them and you have checked the weather plan.

Frequently asked questions

How many Easter eggs do I need per child for an egg hunt?: Plan for 2–3 hunt eggs per child, then add 10% extra. For 20 children, that means 44–66 eggs in total, depending on how long you want the hunt to last.
How many Easter baskets should I buy?: Buy one basket per registered child and add at least 2 spare baskets for unexpected guests or forgotten baskets. For 20 children, prepare 22 baskets.
How much food and drink do I need for an Easter egg hunt?: Allow 2–3 drinks per person during the first hour and about 1 additional drink per person for every extra hour. For snacks, prepare 2–3 small portions per guest, then add 10% for seconds and dietary alternatives.
What should I bring if the Easter egg hunt is outdoors?: Bring cones, barrier tape and chalk to define the route and search area, plus coolers, ice packs and waste bins. Have a bad-weather setup ready at least 24 hours before the event, including party tents if the venue permits them.

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