Residents of Buckeye, gear up for the hometown feel-good event of the season because the 26th Annual Spring Celebration is about to sprinkle its charm on your weekend plans. Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sundance Park, because this family-friendly shindig is a local tradition that keeps outdoing itself every year, the City of Buckeye official website announced.
Whether you've got ankle-biters or teens in tow, there's a little something for everyone - from egg hunting escapades to the joy of smearing color on eggshells, it's a full day of getting the little ones tuckered out. Seasoned Spring Celebration goers know to bring their cameras for the annual snapshot with Mr. and Mrs. Bunny, or roll up your sleeves for some good ol' face painting and enjoy the simple pleasure of the petting zoo and vendors, there's also bounce houses as if watching your kids burn off that inexhaustible energy wasn't enough, but hey, it's free, unless you count the minimal fee for some activities.
For the overly enthusiastic egg hunters, there's going to be targeted fun, with the Imagine Schools Egg Hunt running like clockwork in 30-minute blocks divided neatly by age. There's even an inclusive Adaptive Hunt for special needs participants that kicks things off at 9:30 a.m. which speaks volume about the community spirit of this event; tots two and under get their own continuous hunt from 10 a.m. to noon, the event organizers detailed on their website.
Those looking to hop straight into every nook and cranny of the event without worrying about each nickel and dime can pre-purchase a $10 wristband for unlimited bouncing, petting zoo privileges and, you guessed it, more bouncing—because who doesn’t love a petting zoo especially when you can cradle baby animals to your heart’s content for just $5 more. But don't drag your heels; wristbands snagged at the gate on event day will cost you an extra $5, so better scoop them up early via City of Buckeye website before the Friday, March 22, 5 p.m. deadline stares you down.
And let's not forget about fueling the fun – food options galore will be on site to sate the appetite you and your brood will inevitably work up; it's all typical of the wholesome family vibe that the Buckeye community prides itself on. Circle back to the city's promo page to scope out more details, but really, this day is about celebrating spring, creating memories, and enjoying that sweet slice of small-town Americana – with just the right amount of confetti.
