Stardew Valley Egg Festival Guide
Overview
The Egg Festival is a lively spring festival in Stardew Valley celebrating the season with an exciting egg hunt competition, festive decorations, and the exclusive sale of Strawberry Seeds.
Date and Time
- Date: Spring 13
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Entry: Enter Pelican Town between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM to participate
Location
Pelican Town Square — The town center is decorated with colorful spring banners, egg decorations, and a festive atmosphere.
How to Participate
- Travel to Pelican Town during festival hours.
- Talk to Mayor Lewis to begin the egg hunt.
- Search the town for hidden colored eggs.
- After the egg hunt, visit Pierre’s booth to purchase Strawberry Seeds.
Egg Hunt Minigame
Rules
- You have 50 seconds to find as many eggs as possible.
- Eggs are hidden throughout Pelican Town Square and surrounding areas.
- You compete against Abigail, Sam, and other villagers.
How to Win
- Find at least 9 eggs to win the competition.
- The optimal route involves checking behind buildings, bushes, and fences.
Rewards
- First place: A Straw Hat (cosmetic item, awarded only once)
- Subsequent wins: 1,000g
- Participation: Friendship boost with villagers
Strawberry Seeds
One of the most important features of the Egg Festival is Pierre’s exclusive shop:
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Seeds | 100g each | The most profitable spring crop |
Why Strawberry Seeds Are Essential
- Strawberries are the most profitable crop in Spring.
- They regrow after harvesting (produce multiple harvests per plant).
- If planted on Spring 13 and watered consistently, you can get up to 2-3 harvests before Summer.
- With proper planning (using Speed-Gro or the Agriculturalist profession), you can maximize yields.
Tips for Strawberry Seeds
- Buy as many as you can afford — this is your only chance to get them in Spring.
- Save money early in Spring specifically for this festival.
- Plant immediately after the festival ends (you return to the farm at 10:00 PM).
- Use Speed-Gro (Basic or Deluxe) to get an extra harvest before Summer.
Activities
- Compete in the egg hunt
- Purchase Strawberry Seeds from Pierre
- Socialize with villagers
- Enjoy the spring decorations
Friendship Boost
- Talking to villagers during the festival provides standard friendship gains.
- Winning the egg hunt may provide a small additional friendship boost with participants.
Tips
- Practice the route: Learn the egg locations to consistently win the hunt.
- Save early, spend big: Don’t waste money on non-essentials before Spring 13.
- Strawberry strategy: Prioritize Strawberry Seeds over other purchases — they pay for themselves many times over.
- Speed-Gro synergy: If you have access to Speed-Gro, use it on Strawberry Seeds for maximum profit.
- First year focus: In your first year, buy as many Strawberry Seeds as possible to build capital for future seasons.
Notes
- The festival ends automatically at 2:00 PM, and you return to the farm at 10:00 PM.
- Time is paused during the festival.
- You can only buy Strawberry Seeds during this festival — they are not available at Pierre’s shop at any other time.
- The Straw Hat reward is a unique cosmetic item that can only be obtained by winning the egg hunt for the first time.