Visit The Billiken Shop

Be sure to stop by The Billiken Shop, SLU's official bookstore, located in the Busch Student Center, while you're on campus! Event attendees will receive 10% off their entire purchase that day with the discount code EasterHunt26.

The Billiken Shop will be open 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. on March 28.

The Billiken poses for a photo with a SLU family during the annual Easter Egg Hunt. (Photo by Megan Mansouri)

The Easter Egg Hunt is a great time to have our kids on campus, and we often run into old classmates who are there with their families. It’s like a mini-reunion. We wouldn’t miss it for anything!”
— Rob Curtin (A&S ’08, Education ’15)

Questions?

Email alumni@slu.edu for more information about this year's Saint Louis University Easter Egg Hunt.

Easter Egg Hunt

March 28, 2026

Join Saint Louis University for one of our most beloved alumni traditions this spring!

Held annually on the Saturday before Palm Sunday, SLU's Easter Egg Hunt is a complimentary celebration exclusively for alumni, donors and their families that features:

Thousands of colorful eggs filled with special treats
Photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny and the Billiken
Springtime activities for children
Light refreshments

Families came to campus for SLU's annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 12, 2025.

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Families came to campus for SLU's annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 12, 2025.

Families help their children find eggs in a field on campus.

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Families help their children find eggs in a field on campus.

Children search for eggs during the Easter Egg Hunt.

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Children search for eggs during the Easter Egg Hunt.

A family poses for a photo on campus during the Easter Egg Hunt.

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A family poses for a photo on campus during the Easter Egg Hunt.

The Billiken visits with families during the Easter Egg Hunt.

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The Billiken visits with families during the Easter Egg Hunt.

A young girl gets her face painted during the Easter Egg Hunt.

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A young girl gets her face painted during the Easter Egg Hunt.

2026 Event Details

Hunt Times

With egg hunts tailored to different age groups, every Billiken has plenty of opportunities to fill their basket.

11:30 a.m. — 1-2 year olds
11:40 a.m. — 3-6 year olds
11:50 a.m. — 7-10 year olds

Purchase a Keepsake Picture with the Bunny

A canvas tote bag that says Saint Louis University Easter Egg Hunt with an image of an egg surrounding the words and an outline of a bunny underneath. Easter eggs can be seen spilling out of the top of the bag.

Bunny bags are available for purchase when you register for the Easter Egg Hunt.

Get an exclusive SLU-branded photo with the Easter Bunny for $10, with $5 going to the Third Century Fund.

• Sign up when you register for the Easter Egg Hunt. (This will be the only opportunity to get a photo with the Easter Bunny.)
• Each group will receive one horizontal 4x6 print copy and a link to a digital copy of the photo.

Get Your Commemorative Bunny Bag

This exclusive 20×10" canvas bag, available for $10, with $5 going to the Third Century Fund, features SLU-blue accents and adorable bunny ears, is available only as part of this event. You can purchase one or more bags when you register for the Easter Egg Hunt.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Easter Egg Hunt?

SLU's 2026 Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, March 28. Ensure that you get the event details by updating your alumni record with your preferred email address!

Where will the Easter Egg Hunt take place?

SLU's Easter Egg Hunt takes place outdoors on Tegeler Field, outside of Tegeler Hall and behind the Sinquefield Science and Engineering Center. See SLU's campus map.

Hint: Take a family photo among the eggs with St. Francis Xavier College Church set among trees blooming in the background.

Where can I park?

Complimentary parking will be available in the Olive-Compton or Laclede garages.

What if I need to cancel my registration?

Please take a moment to read our Event Cancellation Policy. By submitting your registration, you and your registered guests accept the terms and conditions.

If you do not receive a confirmation email upon registration, please contact us at alumni@slu.edu.