Lucky Egg Machine

🥚 The Lucky Egg Machine – A Nostalgic Classic Lives On 🐔

Also known as the Chicken Machine, the Lucky Egg vending machine captured the hearts of children and adults alike during the 1970s and 1980s. These charming, coin-operated machines dispensed colorful plastic eggs filled with random toys and trinkets—creating a simple but magical thrill that lives on in memory.

Fred Flintstone & the 1978 Craze

In 1978, one of the most iconic versions hit the scene: a Flintstones-themed machine featuring a mechanical Fred Flintstone who would “lay” the egg. Kids watched in awe as the prize rolled down the chute, often running right back for another coin and another surprise.

Made in the USA – Bulk Manufacturing Co.

The machines were produced by companies like the Bulk Manufacturing Co. of Milwaukie, Oregon, helping to spread the joy to stores and arcades across the country.

A Fixture in American Childhood

Back in the day, you could find these quirky machines at:
Chuck E. Cheese
Piggly Wiggly
Muzzy’s and local arcades
Family diners
Grocery and department stores

For just a coin, you got a surprise, a laugh, and a tiny treasure—the perfect formula for joy.

The Lucky Egg Lives On at Miss Kitty’s Old Time Photos and Gifts!

Today, the Lucky Egg machine is enjoying a vintage revival at Miss Kitty’s Old Time Photos & Gifts in Corolla, NC, on the Outer Banks, where it's become a customer favorite!

Whether you’re stopping in for an old-time portrait or browsing our curated gift shop full of local treasures and retro finds, guests of all ages can’t resist dropping a coin into our very own working Lucky Egg machine.

✨ Kids giggle with excitement.
✨ Adults get hit with a wave of nostalgia.
✨ Everyone walks away with a smile—and a prize!

It’s a simple joy that connects generations, and it’s just one of the many unique touches that make Miss Kitty’s a must-visit destination.

Tip: Don’t leave without trying your luck—some eggs contain memories and prizes!