Nearly 200 children attend Ermelo Easter fundraiser event

A glow-in-the-dark Easter egg hunt in Ermelo drew a large crowd, supporting the local wrestling club’s fundraising efforts.

April 7, 2026

Wayne van der Walt Less than a minute

Young children smiling with filled baskets during Easter festivities in Ermelo — Young attendees take part in the Easter festivities, with baskets filled and smiles all around. Photo: René Joubert

ERMELO – Families turned out in large numbers for a glow-in-the-dark Easter egg hunt fundraiser at WarRoom Tag Sport on April 4.

Hosted by the Ermelo Wrestling Club, the event drew close to 200 children and their parents, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

Equipped with torches, children set off into the night, lighting up the venue as they searched for Easter eggs.

Families attending a glow-in-the-dark Easter egg hunt fundraiser in Ermelo — Families turned out in numbers for a glow-in-the-dark Easter egg hunt fundraiser. Photo: René Joubert

The fundraiser included entry fees and food sales, with all proceeds going towards upgrades at the club.

Organisers thanked the community for their strong support, noting the event’s success and the clear demand for more family-focused activities in Ermelo.

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April 7, 2026

Wayne van der Walt Less than a minute

Wayne van der Walt

Wayne van der Walt, with around 15 years in the media industry, is editor of Highvelder Newspaper. His accolades include Frewin Awards for Newspaper of the Year and Front Page of the Year, and FCJ Photographer of the Year, among other honours.