Hey New Windsor, What The Hell Is An Eggbert?

So, I just moved to the Hudson Valley, and you know what they say about settling into a new area—you find all sorts of quirky local traditions. Well, one of the first things I heard about was Eggbert, and let me tell you, I had absolutely no idea what anyone was talking about.

Turns out, Eggbert is kind of a big deal around here. He's an oversized egg wearing a crown, lounging on a throne like a royal, and he's been the Christmas mascot at Devitt’s Nursery in New Windsor since 1971.

You could say he's a real "Egg-spert" when it comes to Christmas...

What’s All the Eggscitement About?

Eggbert isn’t just any egg. He’s an interactive holiday experience, chatting with kids, cracking jokes, and even knowing their names. He’s so well-loved here that people plan their holiday visits around him.

Forget Santa—Eggbert’s where the real action is!

The “Christmas trail” at Devitt’s is a whole thing. It’s a magical adventure where you can wander through candy-themed displays, meet Eggbert’s barnyard pals, and enjoy interactive features like a chicken show and face painting. There’s even a tasting area where you can sample Angry Eggbert IPA from Newburgh Brewery—because, of course, this egg has a bit of an attitude.

The Eggbert Backstory

Before you think this is just a random egg, know that Eggbert has serious roots. He was originally created by Cornell University to promote eggs (yes, eggs), and after a stint at the World’s Fair, he made his way to New Windsor. Some people thought he was lost to a fire, but nope, Eggbert’s still cracking jokes and living his best life.

Eggbert Gets Angry—But It's All in Good Fun!

Now, let's talk about the latest twist in Eggbert’s long-running saga: Angry Eggbert. As the name suggests, this version of Eggbert is a bit more... feisty. He’s still the same larger-than-life egg, but with a little more attitude—maybe it's the holiday stress, or maybe he's just tired of all those jokes about being scrambled. Either way, this angry egg has become a crowd favorite.

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The "Angry Eggbert IPA," brewed by Newburgh Brewing Company, is a nod to his fiery persona, and you can even catch Angry Eggbert unwinding with a cold one at the brewery. But don’t worry—he’s not cracking under the pressure. He might be a little "egg-stra" this season, but it's all in the spirit of fun!

And when he's not sipping beer, he's still cracking jokes and greeting kids at the Christmas trail, proving that even a grumpy egg can bring joy to the holidays.

So if you're in the Hudson Valley this holiday season and wondering where to find the real holiday magic, just look for the egg with the crown. You’ll know him when you see him.