Egg Hunt
Celebrate spring with a self-guided egg hunt across Downtown Ithaca. Explore participating businesses, discover hidden eggs, and win prizes along the way.
Winning Raffle Ticket Numbers
The following ticket numbers have been selected to receive a $25 Downtown Gift Card.
Winners should contact us by Friday by emailing info@downtownithaca.com, sending a DM on our socials, or visiting our office at 171 E State Street, Ithaca, NY.
Event Info
Everything visitors need to know before heading out to explore Downtown during Egg Hunt week.
When It Happens
The Downtown Ithaca Egg Hunt runs from March 30 through April 5, 2026. This is a week-long, self-guided event that can be enjoyed at your own pace while exploring Downtown.
How To Participate
Search for colorful eggs hidden throughout 27 participating businesses. Eggs may hold small prizes, treats, or raffle tickets. Enjoy whatever you discover inside, then please return the empty egg to the store so it can be reused for more fun. The event is free to participate in and no registration is required.
Raffle Tickets
If you find a raffle ticket, hold onto it. Winning ticket numbers will be announced after the event on Downtown Ithaca’s website and social media, and winners will receive Downtown gift cards.
Please be respectful while egg hunting in stores. No need to move or take apart displays — the eggs are tucked away where you can spot them with a careful look!
Hop Around Downtown
Visit Participating Businesses
Explore Downtown Ithaca during the event week and stop into participating locations throughout the district.
Look for Hidden Eggs
Search for colorful eggs hidden throughout the participating businesses. Each egg may contain a small prize, treat, or raffle ticket.
Keep Any Ticket You Find
If you find a raffle ticket, keep it safe and check Downtown Ithaca’s website and social media after the event for winning numbers.
Free and Self-Guided
This event is free to participate in and no registration is required. Visitors can enjoy the hunt at their own pace while discovering shops, treats, and stops throughout Downtown.
Find a Ticket, Win a Gift Card
Some eggs include raffle tickets. Hold onto any ticket you find, then check Downtown Ithaca’s website and social media after the event week for the winning numbers. Winners will receive Downtown gift cards.
Participating Locations
Click a location to view details and directions.
Where To Hunt
28 LocationsPlan Your Downtown Adventure
The Downtown Ithaca Egg Hunt is free, self-guided, and designed to be enjoyed at your own pace. Check back here for final event details, participating locations, and post-event raffle winner announcements.
