Eggstravaganza set for March 28 at Carroll County Fairgrounds

Donations are being accepted to help support the event

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Published February 18, 2026 - 5:00 a.m.

Colorful poster for Carroll County's Eggstravaganza event.

The Carroll County Community Commissions has announced the sixth annual Eggstravaganza, scheduled for 9-11 a.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Carroll County Fairgrounds.

Community organizations will provide presentations, distribute goodies and serve a free pancake breakfast. Donations are being accepted to help support the event.

Monetary donations may be made payable to the Carroll County Community Commissions and mailed to 3266 Dyewood Road SW, Carrollton. Empty plastic eggs may be dropped off at Carrollton First United Methodist Church, 253 S. Lisbon St.

Additional details will be released as the event approaches.

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