Question 1

What time should I arrive at the egg drop?

Accepted Answer

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM. All registered children must check in to receive their Egg collection bag and be eligible to participate in egg collection. Check-in ends at 11:00 AM.

Question 2

Will there really be a helicopter dropping toy eggs? Is that safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our helicopter pilot is an experienced egg dropper, and the drop will comply with all safety regulations. The crowd will wait on the sidelines while the helicopter releases empty toy eggs in the designated area. Once safe, children will then collect and redeem the eggs for goodies.

Question 3

What age do children need to be to participate?

Accepted Answer

Children between the ages of 2 and 10 are eligible to collect eggs. Separate egg drops will be held for different age categories to ensure that all children have a fair chance to gather eggs.

Question 4

Do children need to register to participate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All children must be pre-registered to participate. Please visit our website and/or social media channels for news and updates regarding registration. Please note that children over ten and under two cannot participate.

Question 5

Do I need to register to watch?

Accepted Answer

No. Spectators, such as parents, guardians, and older siblings, do not need to register. Please note that spectators will not receive goodies.

Question 6

I am registered; now what?

Accepted Answer

Great! You should receive an email from us soon. Please check your spam or junk folder if you do not receive an email.

Question 7

Can I help my child(ren) collect eggs?

Accepted Answer

If your child is between two and four, you may help them collect eggs. Parents of children aged five and up are not allowed on the field with their children but can cheer them on safely from the sidelines.

Question 8

How will children know when to begin collecting eggs?

Accepted Answer

Before the collection begins, the announcer will provide instructions to the children, and a buzzer will sound to signify the start of the collection. Once the buzzer sounds, the designated age group will collect as many eggs as possible using the provided bags.

Question 9

What do the children receive after they finish collecting the eggs?

Accepted Answer

Once children have completed collecting eggs, they will visit the tent to redeem their eggs for goodies! Please note that the goodies will be both peanut-free candy/chocolate and swag. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate those with dairy or gluten allergies.

Question 10

Do we need to bring our own basket to collect eggs?

Accepted Answer

No. Each child will receive a bag to collect eggs. Eggs cannot be collected in bags or baskets other than those provided. The provided bags are yours to keep after the event!

Question 11

What if it is raining on the day of the drop?

Accepted Answer

The week before the event, we will review the weather forecast and determine if the event needs to be cancelled. The event will not take place in the event of rain, snow, intense wind, or other extreme weather. All participants will be notified via email at least 12 hours before the event starts.

Question 12

What should I do if I can no longer attend the event?

Accepted Answer

If you cannot attend the event after registering, please cancel your registration. We want as many families as possible to experience the Egg Drop!

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