How to Throw an Easter Egg Hunt at Home

Ready to embrace the spring spirit and host the ultimate Easter egg hunt at home? We’ve got the inside scoop on budget-friendly tips and tricks to transform your home into a seasonal wonderland. Whether planning an indoor adventure or an outdoor hunt, you'll find creative ideas, clever clues, and affordable essentials to make your Easter egg hunt truly unforgettable.

Must-Have Easter Egg Hunt Essentials for a Cracking Celebration

Planning an Easter egg hunt but not sure where to start? Whether setting up a garden hunt on Easter Sunday or organising an indoor treasure hunt, we have a few essentials that will make it extra special. Our Easter DIY Fillable Eggs, available in bunny, chick, and carrot designs, are perfect for hiding surprises. Fill them with Easter chocolates, small toys, or handwritten clues for a fun twist. Plus, they’re reusable, so save them for next year’s hunt!

For an effortless setup, try the Easter Egg Hunt Kit, with signposts, markers, and decorative eggs to bring your hunt to life. Read on to discover more Easter egg hunt essentials!

Step 1: Choose Your Easter Egg Hunt Location

Deciding where to host your Easter egg hunt at home is the first step in planning an unforgettable experience. If the weather is on your side, an outdoor Easter egg hunt in the garden provides plenty of creative hiding spots behind bushes, under plant pots, and even hanging from tree branches. For a cosy indoor alternative, transform your home into an Easter wonderland by hiding eggs under cushions, inside bookshelves, or behind curtains.

Make it extra special with Easter Bunny Garden Stakes placed around the garden or our Easter Stretchy Bunny hidden as a surprise to find along the way. Set the scene further with garden lights and pastel-coloured bunting, turning your space into a magical egg-hunting adventure.

If you're hosting a nighttime Easter egg hunt, add glow sticks inside clear plastic eggs for a glowing twist! To keep track of hidden eggs, count them before the hunt begins so none are left undiscovered.

Step 2: Plan Your Easter Egg Hunt Route with Clues

Now that you’ve chosen your location, it’s time to map out the ultimate Easter egg hunt. Guide little egg hunters along a magical path with our Easter Egg Hunt Sign Kit for just £2, featuring fun markers like “This Way,” “Over Here!,” and “Keep Eggs-ploring.”

Make it even more exciting by adding mini-challenges along the way - have them hop like a bunny to the next clue or balance an egg on a spoon before reaching their next hidden treat. It’s a fun and interactive way to keep the excitement going!

Step 3: Stock Up on Easter Eggs & Treats

The highlight of any Easter Sunday egg hunt is, of course, the chocolates! From festive chocolate coins to mini hollow eggs and mini-block-filled surprise eggs, we have a delicious selection of treats to discover.

For those looking for final Easter hunt surprises, our colour-your-own Easter mug or DIY hanging plaque decorations make the perfect keepsakes. Or, for a sweet reward, our Chick ‘N’ Mix sweet cup, or a small Easter egg are exciting treasures to uncover.

Want to make your hunt extra special? Hide a golden egg with a surprise inside - whether it’s a gift voucher or a bigger chocolate treat, it’ll be the ultimate prize to find!

Step 4: Get Your Easter Egg Hunt Baskets Ready

Every great Easter egg hunt needs the perfect basket! Our Easter Square Basket - available in pink, natural, green, or yellow for just £1 each - is ideal for collecting treats while adding a festive touch to the celebration. The Bunny Easter Felt Basket for just £1.50 is a charming choice for younger children. 

For an extra fun twist, let kids decorate their baskets before the hunt! Using stickers, ribbons, or personalised name tags from our Easter decoration kit for £2.50, they can create a one-of-a-kind design, making their basket extra special while building excitement for the hunt ahead!

Step 5: The Grand Easter Egg Hunt Begins!

With everything set, it's time to start the Easter egg hunt! Gather the kids, explain the rules, and let the adventure begin. Capture the excitement with photos, and once the final egg is found, keep the fun going with an Easter feast or a craft session - the perfect way to wrap up a memorable day.

Make Your Easter Egg Hunt Unforgettable with Poundland

Hosting a DIY Easter egg hunt at home has never been easier - or more affordable! Whether it’s a small family gathering or a big neighbourhood hunt, our tips will help you create an unforgettable experience. Shop our Easter range online and in-store from festive tableware to creative craft kits.