Paws in the Park

Paws in the Park logoOur annual Paws in the Park event offers your furry friend a fun occasion to romp, scamper and play as part of our doggy Easter egg hunt in City Park! There will be lots of treats and prizes, plus dog-oriented vendors. Profits from this event will be donated to the Metro East Humane Society!

DATE: Saturday, April 4, 2026
TIME: The egg hunt will start at noon 
LOCATION: Edwardsville City Park, 101 S. Buchanan Street 
COST: $8 per dog if you pre-register* or $10 per dog the day of the event
*First 50 pups registered will receive a goodie bag at registration!

DOG PRE-REGISTRATION: Registration now open!

Event Includes:

  • Thousands of eggs full of treats or pet-friendly prizes 
  • Variety of doggie-oriented vendors
  • Easter Bunny photo opportunities

Rules, requirements and other things to know: 

  • All participants are responsible for bringing a basket for the eggs.
  • Dogs are not expected to pick up eggs. The rule is if your dog sniffs it out, you can pick it up! 
  • All dogs must remain on a leash at all times! No retractable leashes, please. 
  • Park will be divided into sections for small, medium and large dogs. Please remain in your respective area for the hunt. 
  • Please be sure to pick up after your dog. We will have doggie bags available!
  • Al the end of the hunt please bring return any empty eggs to us.

VENDOR INFORMATION

We offer different ways to get involved in this paw-tastic event! You can donate a prize basket, pay for a vendor spot or both! All help -- big or small -- is appreciated to show some love to local dog lovers and furry friends. You can find vendor registration here: Paws in the Park Vendor Registration. 

More Information

Call the Edwardsville Parks & Recreation Department at 618-692-7538 or email Grace Pellock, the special events and marketing coordinator, for information.