Easter is March 31st this year, and it’s gearing up to be an exciting time. When your kids need an Easter-themed activity let them choose one of these free Easter printables. From creative coloring pages to an adorable Easter Bunny printable, there are plenty of free Easter activities that kids will love. All you have to do is print them out and walk away.

Looking for more Easter fun? Check out the best Easter movies for kids, egg carton crafts, Easter games, and super fun Easter Bunny ideas. And be sure to check out our creative non-candy Easter basket fillers, so your kids can have plenty of fun without all the sugar. At least, until the Easter egg hunt begins.

The Best Free Easter Printables for Kids

Free Easter Printables for Bingo

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Fun Squared

B-I-N-G-O! This adorable game is perfect for the holiday, with sweet bunnies, chicks, carrots, Easter eggs and more. Laminate and use with dry erase markers or use half of an Easter egg to mark off your squares! Head to Fun Squared to download your copy.

Free I-Spy Printable

Paper Trail Design

We love this free Easter printable! Whether you're looking for a screen-free activity, a way to keep kids entertained in the car or just want to embrace the Easter spirit, this activity is a fun option for any kiddo. Head to Paper Trail Design to download.

Easter Printable Word Search

The Typical Mom

Can your littles find all nine words? This simple word search can be laminated for endless use and is festively fun! Download for free at The Typical Mom.

Easter Crossword Puzzle

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Education.com

Check out this Easter Crossword Puzzle from Education.com that will be a fun word exercise for your kid. 

Free Connect the Dots Printable

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Print out an entire batch of these free Easter printables for an afternoon of fun! Not only are they entertaining, but they help teach kids numerical order and hand-eye coordination at the same time. Head to Woo Jr. to download 10 different activities!

Related: Laugh Out Loud with These 28 Funny Easter Jokes for Kids

Do-A-Dot Printables

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Do-A-Dot activities are perfect for little bunnies! Print out black and white or color versions and let your mini-Monet create beautiful Easter works of art. Head to Easy Peasy Learners to download both versions!

Free Easter Coloring Page

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123 Kids Fun

Eggs, bunnies, chicks––oh, my! Adults and kids alike find relaxation when it comes to coloring and there are plenty of whimsical pictures when it comes to Easter. Head to 123 Kids Fun to print out tons of designs.

Easter Bunny Printable

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One of the best free Easter printables ever! This bunny maze from Education.com will be a fun problem-solving project for your child. They can also use it as a coloring page when they're done!

—with additional reporting by Taylor Clifton

 

The bunny may bring chocolate and marshmallow goodies, but what about when the hunt is over and you’ve got a free afternoon ahead? Try a few fun Easter games for kids. From eggcellent educational ideas to bunny-based movement activities, hop to it and add these Easter games for kids to your holiday activity list!

Looking for more Easter activities for kids? Check out our favorite egg carton craft ideas, Easter movies for kids, Easter jokes, and creative ways to decorate Easter eggs.

Smash the Eggshells

This fun Easter game for kids requires a little prep work, but worth the effort. Save your empty eggshells and bake them in the oven to get rid of bacteria. Then let your kids color them, or just leave them as is, give them a tub, a wooden hammer, and a colored die. Then, whatever color they roll is the color they can smash to their heart’s content!

Easter Minute to Win It Games: 4 Ways

Minute to Win It games are always fun, and these Easter-themed versions are perfect for a family gathering or Easter party! Watch the video above to learn to see the Cotton Ball Scoop, Peep Knock Down, Jelly Bean Transfer, and of course, the Egg Toss.

Easter Egg Number Match

Toddlers and preschoolers will love this easy-to-DIY number-matching puzzle activity. It makes a fun activity for kids to practice counting and number recognition this Easter! You may want to keep this one around all spring.

Easter Egg Bowling

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Kid-Friendly Things to Do

Test your bowling skills by rolling your hard-boiled Easter eggs. You can devise different play methods and use stuffed bunnies and carrots to knock down. However you roll it, kids and adults will love this game. Get more details from Kid-Friendly Things to Do

Easter-Themed Bunny Bean Bag Toss

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Bring the fun to your backyard bash with this Easter-themed bunny bean bag toss game from Amazon ($10). The Easter game comes with a 30” x 54” gamepad and four carrot-shaped bean bags.

Name Hop Like a Bunny

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Fantastic Fun and Learning

Get in motor fun with this hoppy activity from Fantastic Fun and Learning. Not only can your kids hop like a bunny, but they can also build early literacy skills.

Related: 15 Perfect Easter Paper Crafts for Kids

Follow the Bunny Footprints

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Turn follow the leader into bunny fun with rabbit feet. Place these cardboard bunny footprints from Amazon ($6) in your backyard, on a walkway, or even in your playroom. The kids can jump from footprint to footprint or follow the rabbit around your home.

Potato Sack Race

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Your little bunnies can get hopping with this potato sack race game from Amazon ($19). Each set comes with six bunny-print potato sacks and bunny ear headbands.

Egg-extravagant Easter Egg Hunt

Are you looking for Easter games with eggs? Even though you could go with the same old Easter egg hunt your kids do every year, you also could kick things up a notch with a color-coded game, treasure map hunt, or one of these other amped-up options.

Colorful Egg Roll

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Hands On As We Grow

With some paper and paint, you can turn a classic Easter game into a fresh new tradition. We love what Jaime Reimer came up with, and it's a safe bet you will, too. Check out everything you need to know, including what supplies you'll need, by heading over to Hands On As We Grow.

Related: 13 Easter Movies to Watch with Your Kids

DIY Confetti Easter Egg Advent Calendar

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Squirrelly Minds

This brilliant idea from Squirrelly Minds hits all the marks for a fun easter gamer. Each day in the week leading up to Easter, crack open an egg to a colorful explosion of confetti and an easter activity to do for the day. Check out the full tutorial at Squirrelly Minds

Easter Bingo

This Easter bingo game for kids ($9) is perfect for your family’s holiday party or just an afternoon of at-home play. Get your own set of cards and markers on Amazon.

Felt Egg Puzzles

This Easter, your kids can craft their own puzzle—with felt. Cut colorful craft felt into egg-shaped ovals. Use the felt scraps to make stripes, polka dots, and other pieces. Scatter the felt on a desk or the kitchen table. Your child can puzzle the pieces together to create a design. Unlike paper, the fuzzy felt will stick together. Add an extra layer to the game and ask your child to match colors or shapes on each egg.

Bunny Ear Ring Toss

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Need a fun family game or event for your Easter party this year? Inflate this bunny ear-ring toss game, and let the fun begin. The $9 game from Amazon includes two sets of purple bunny ears and 12 bright color toss rings.

Pin the Tail on the Bunny

A perfect indoor Easter Day game! Pin the Tail on the Bunny is just like the classic Pin the Tail on the Donkey, except you’ll use cotton balls with tape on them rather than a donkey tail.

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Egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny, craft stations, and even a few drag queens might make their appearance

It’s that time of year again to grab your baskets and crew and head on out for some fabulous family Easter fun. From Brunch cruises and parades, to egg hunts for days, you’ll find plenty to do in our roundup of family-friendly Easter activities all around the Bay Area. So grab your bunnies and hop on over to one of these jumping local events.

San Francisco Easter Events

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St. Mark's Lutheran Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Bring a basket and have your little bunnies hop on over and join St. Mark's annual Easter Egg Hunt! Apr. 1 Event details

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Meet the Easter bunny at Neiman Marcus and enjoy breakfast, photos, balloon art, and other surprises. Apr. 2 Event details

Castro Eggstravaganza Block Party
The first annual Castro Easter Eggstravaganza Block Party will feature photos with the Easter bunny, a petting zoo, drag queen story time, music, and entertainment. Apr. 8 Event details

Hornblower Easter Champagne Brunch Cruise
Hop on board a relaxing two-hour Easter brunch buffet. Enjoy entertainment, free-flowing champagne and mimosas, scenic SF Bay views, coloring sheets for the bunnies, a keepsake photo, and a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny! Apr. 9 Event details

East Bay Easter Events

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Spring-Styled Pontoon Boat Ride with Snacks - Castro Valley
Lake Chabot is a lovely spot for family-friendly boat trips and your two-hour rental includes a kid's Easter basket and a snack basket to enjoy as your family floats idyllically on the lake. Apr.1 - Apr. 30 Event details

Piedmont Bunny Blast Egg Hunt 
Bounce into Spring with the Piedmont Rec. Department, as they host their annual egg hunt for children 2-7 years old. Hunt for treasures and enjoy a morning full of festivities in the park. Apr. 1 Event details

Ride the Easter Egg Express - Sacramento
Celebrate Easter on an unforgettable train ride and visit the private river-side park and boarding station. Kids will decorate their own Easter Egg bag, play games, enjoy an Easter Egg hunt and other surprises! Relax with your family and friends at one of our picnic tables and enjoy the scenery. There's so much fun that your little bunny will be hopping with excitement. Sat. & Sun. starting April 1 Event details 

Easter Celebration at Jack London Square
This family-friendly event invites families to enjoy storytime, kid's crafts and contests. Apr. 1 Event details

Easter Celebration at Alameda Landing
Face painting, balloon art and photos with the Easter Bunny are all at the Landing for your family to take part in. Apr. 1 Event details

Family Day at the Park
Newark Community Center Park invites your family to join in on the Easter festivities with an egg hunt, face painting, egg dyeing, arts and crafts, games and more. Apr. 1 Event details

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10th Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt
Rudgear Park in Walnut Creek hosts an egg-citing egg hunt, face painting, and other arts and crafts. Apr. 8 Event details

Muffins with the Easter Bunny
Muffins, snacks, games, crafts, and of course the Easter bunny will all be at the Robert Livermore Community Center. Pre-purchase tickets; no tickets will be sold at the door. Apr. 8 Event details

Bunny Weekend
Bunny Weekend brings family-friendly games and activities, arts and crafts, ‘hopscotch’ activities, and live performances all to Fairyland. Apr. 8 & 9 Event details 

Easter Sunday on the Farm
Stop by Ardenwood Farm to delve into the magic of springtime! Pet the hens and bunnies, and look for the giant egg. Apr. 9 Event details

29th Annual Eggster Egghunt and Learning Festival
Start off at the start booth and pick up your egg hunt tickets (two per child). Enjoy age-appropriate, designated hunt areas, family-friendly learning activities, music, live performances, raffles, and more. Apr. 15 Event details

Best Easter Events on the Peninsula

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Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Start the day with a continental breakfast and pictures with the Easter Bunny before playing your heart out at Dave & Buster's. Two packages are available and kids 2 and under are free. Apr. 1 Event details

Gamble Garden's Easter Egg Hunt
Join this festive tradition as Gamble Garden becomes a treasure of hidden Easter eggs. Children will enjoy a supervised petting zoo, arts and crafts, treats, light refreshments, Easter Bunny photos, and an Easter Egg Hunt in the garden. Three scheduled hunts start at 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. Apr. 2 Event details

Half Moon Bay Easter Egg Hunt
Bring your bunnies out for a morning of treats, fun, and a visit with the Easter bunny at Lemos Farm. There will be four hunt sections, for ages 1-10. The fun kicks off at 10:45 a.m., bring your own basket. Saturday & Sunday, Apr. 8 & 9  Event details

Egg Hunt Adventure Hunt
Bring a basket to Belmont and help the Easter bunny find all 13,000 eggs! Apr. 8 Event details

Easter Bunny by Helicopter
Did you know that the Easter bunny can fly? At Hiller Aviation Museum, kids can see a flying bunny, run an obstacle course, and jump in a bouncy house. Apr. 8 Event details

Bunny Bound Spring Event
Hop on over to our Bunny Stop at the Los Altos Community Center for carnival games, an egg hunt for kids ages 1-10, and a performance by the popular Andy Z.  Apr. 8 Event details

45th Annual City of San Mateo Eggstravaganza 
Start your day with a pancake breakfast (9-11 a.m.), then get going on your egg hunt. Kids ages 1-3 can visit Peter Rabbit’s Playground, an area set up just for them while the 4- to 9-year-old group can go for the Big Egg Hunt. There are multiple hunts throughout the day, plus a parade at 10:30 a.m., photos with the Easter Bunny, and live entertainment including a magician. Apr. 8  Event details 

Easter Events in the South Bay

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Easter at Venture Church
Families are invited to join for inflatable fun, a petting zoo, food, a toddler zone, and an egg hunt for kids. Tickets are free, but reservations are required. Apr. 1 Event details

Big Bunny Scramble
Milpitas Community Center hosts an egg hunt, crafts, coloring contest, egg decorating and more in their Spring celebration. Apr. 1 Event details

Easter On The Farm & Egg Hunt
When Easter is celebrated on a farm, in addition to egg hunts, enjoy food trucks, arts and crafts, games, and more! Don't miss this Easter on the Farm in Watsonville event! Apr. 8 Event details

Helicopter Easter Egg Drop
Just when you thought an Easter event couldn't possibly be more fun, VIVE Morgan Hill drops one (or many) on you. Have the kids bring a basket and enjoy the thrill of rushing for eggs falling from the sky! Apr. 8 Event details

Egg Hunt & Spring Flowers
Let kids burn off some steam with an egg hunt (included in admission) and then check out the Fantastical Flowers Spring Celebration. Apr. 9 Event details

All Aboard the Easter Eggspress
The Easter Bunny makes a stop at Roaring Camp. After riding either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train, your kids will have a blast participating in Easter activities in Town. April 8 & 9 Event details 

Easter Egg Hunt & Concert
Enjoy a performance by the Silicon Valley Conservatory of Music followed by an Easter egg hunt with snacks, festivities, and more! Apr. 9 Event details

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Annual Sausalito Easter Parade and Egg Hunt
The parade is led by none other than the Easter Bunny, starting at Johnsons Street Fire Station, on the corner of Johnson and Caledonia. Hop on down to Dunphy Park for an Easter Egg Hunt, enjoy live music and the sights of many bright, crazy bonnets–or don your own and enter the Easter Bonnet Contest. Apr. 8 Event details

San Anselmo Spring Egg Hunt and Flashlight Hunt
Come be a part of this annual tradition, where children 7 and younger can run loose at Memorial Park in search of treats, eggs, and the coveted golden eggs. The 8 and older bunch can test their night vision at the exciting flashlight hunt, the Friday before Easter. Wear good running shoes, and bring your own basket and flashlight. Apr. 8 Event details

Easter at the Mart
Come for an egg hunt, decorate an Easter basket, take a picture with the Easter Bunny, and meet some real chicks and bunnies. Festivities start at 9 a.m.  Apr 8 Event details

Egg Hunt at Marinwood 
The annual Las Gallinas Lions Club Egg Hunt will feature a free egg hunt for the kiddos and food for purchase. Apr. 8 Event details

Additional reporting by Christine Lai, Nella DuBon-Koch & Kate Loweth

Get out your bunny ears and grab your baskets, because Boston is hoppin’ with egg-citing Easter events in 2022. In addition to many local Easter egg hunts, there are tons of other family-friendly events happening around the city. Read on to find all the best Easter activities for kids around town.

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Take Pictures with the Easter Bunny - Braintree
The ultimate Easter tradition is back—photos with the Bunny at South Shore Plaza. You'll find your favorite Easter character on the lower level near Nordstrom and Forever 21. Daily, through April 16. Event details.

Easter Bunny Drive Thru - Norwood
For the third year in a row, Norwood Recreation Department is hosting a fun Easter Bunny Drive-Thru. Each car will receive an Easter basket to take home and the kids will have a chance to chat with the Easter Bunny—all from the comfort of your car. April 2. Event details. 

Easter Egg Hunt Days - North Andover
Join the Easter Bunny and a cast of characters at Smolack Farms. An Easter Bunny bag craft activity, Easter Egg hunt, a hayride and a visit with the Easter Bunny and other characters are included with each ticket. Plus, kids will have a chance to find the golden egg. April 2, 3, 9, 10 & 16. Event details.

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Community Easter Egg Hunt - Medfield
Join in the fun at Hinkley Park in Medfield for the 1st Annual Community Wide Easter Egg Hunt. They supply the eggs, you bring the basket. April 2. Event details

Easter Bunny Hayride - Franklin
The Easter Bunny will help close out the last Winter Farmers Market at the Fairmount Fruit Farm. Take a fun hayride with the Easter Bunny and enjoy music and shop the final market. April 9. Event details.

Easter Egg Hunt & Family Zumba - East Bridgewater
East Bridgewater Old Colony YMCA invites area families to join in this family-friendly Easter Egg hunt and Zumba event. Register today to get in on the fun. April 9. Event details.

Easter Egg Hunt - Norwood
Kids can hunt for over 5,000 filled eggs and enjoy a visit from the Easter Bunny on the front lawn of Norwood High School. Registration in advance is required. April 9. Event details.

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Pizza Party and Easter Egg Roll - Dover
Celebrate the Easter holiday on the farm with an old-fashioned Easter Egg Roll. Kids will compete rolling wooden Easter eggs both in speed trials and on a slalom course. Each child will receive a prize for participation! When they're not rolling eggs, they will enjoy a special Easter craft. There will be farm fresh brick oven pizza available for purchase, as well as beverages and sweet treats. April 15. Event details.

The Easter Bunny Visits Jam Time - Maynard & Norwood
Playtime, crafts and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny are what you'll find that this event that will be hosted at all four Jam Time locations around Boston. April 15. Event details

Spring Egg Hunt Trail - Beverly
Shake off the winter cold and join the springtime celebration at Long Hill with a very special Spring Egg Hunt Trail. In this fun family event, you’ll explore the egg trail and complete the scavenger hunt as you go. Find the letters hidden throughout the trail and spell out the secret code to claim a delicious prize. Pre-registration is required. April 9 & 10, 16 & 17. Event details

Spring Fling at Stone Zoo - Stoneham
When spring is in bloom, it's time to celebrate. Enjoy the warmer weather with activities throughout the day that are sure to put a spring in your step. You’ll find music, dancing and games throughout the Zoo including a special Kinder Joy egg hunt and animal enrichments. April 16. Event details.

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Breakfast with the Bunny - Boston
The Easter Bunny will be hopping around by the Hard Rock Cafe to hang out for brunch, have some fun and take pictures with the kids at the 5th annual Breakfast with the Bunny. Kid games and activities including an egg-citing scavenger egg hunt for the kids around the restaurant are on the menu. April 16. Event details

Orchard Easter Egg Hunt - Franklin
Come join the folks at the Fairmount Fruit Farm for an Easter Egg hunt throughout the orchard. You’ll get to enjoy a hayride, picture with the Easter Bunny and the egg hunt. Spots are limited and this is a rain or shine event. April 16. Event details.

Easter Photos & Egg Hunt - Boston
On Easter Sunday the Easter Bunny will be visiting Hub Hall to pose for complimentary photos. Guests of all ages are welcome to participate in the Easter egg hunt around the hall in search of colorful eggs, filled with treats and trinkets. April 17. Event details.

Cape Cod Easter Brunch Train - Hyannis
Celebrate Easter while savoring a delicious Sunday brunch aboard a train. View the first signs of spring on the Cape, and enjoy a quieter time of year with migrating birds and colorful blooms beginning to appear. The Easter Bunny will be available for photo opportunities prior to boarding. April 17. Event details.

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Plan an At-Home Celebration If you are looking to stay close to home this Easter, we've got loads of ideas. Check out our Ultimate Easter Guide for all the crafts, decor, games and more. We’ve got your little bunnies covered!

—Allison Sutcliffe & Kate Loweth

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Hoppy Easter, y’all! This year is bursting with Easter fun in and around Atlanta, from egg hunts to photos with The Bunny, brunches, blooms, and more. Keep reading for our favorite ways to spend Easter in Atlanta with kids, below.

Spend a Day in a Garden

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Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens
The State Botanical Garden is a 313-acre preserve set aside by UGA in 1968 for the study and enjoyment of plants and nature. It contains a number of specialized theme gardens and collections, more than five miles of nature trails, and four major facilities, including a tropical conservatory. There is also a 2.5-acre, accessible children's garden that contains a variety of fun, immersive locations—including a chestnut tree house, fossil wall, giant water-misting mushrooms, vegetable garden, a replica of a North Georgia cave, and more—all designed to be learned from, crawled through and touched. Details can be found here.

Gibbs Gardens in Ball Ground
Spring is in the air at Gibbs Gardens with millions of golden daffodils covering rolling fields. Stroll along paths, traverse hills, and wander through the woods to experience more than 220 acres of specialty gardens, including the Japanese and Waterlily Gardens. All tickets must be purchased online, and reservations are not required. Here's more info.

Dye Eggs Naturally at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Certain plants contain powerful dyes that create stunning colors. Head to ABG in this interactive program to learn more about these plants and decorate three vibrant eggs. This annual program has been modified to meet best practices for health and safety during the pandemic. Please read the Garden's procedures before attending, which can be found on the website and here.

Visit Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw
Smith-Gilbert Gardens is composed of serene woodland paths that showcase more than 3,000 species just minutes from Kennesaw Mountain. Unique plantings and fascinating elements such as The Rose Garden, Bonsai Exhibit and waterfall area delight the senses in this designated wildlife habitat. Smith-Gilbert Gardens is open Tuesday through Saturday. Before your trip, review the garden's COVID-19 precautions. Pre-purchased timed tickets are required. Want more info? Click here.

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Easter Bunny Photos in Alpharetta
The Easter Bunny returns to the Boulevard this spring! Refresh your photos and create memorable moments with vibrant new images of the family alongside the Easter Bunny at Avalon. Sessions will be available April 7-16 on select days. Easter Bunny at Avalon is located in Boulevard East, between Biltong Bar and Jeni's Ice Creams and appointments are walk-ups only. Click here for more info.

Easter Brunch in Piedmont Park with Egg Hunt 
Experience a delightful brunch set up with Chef attended stations complete with all your brunch favorites overlooking the Midtown Skyline & Piedmont Park. Guests ages 12 and under will enjoy a special visit from the Easter Bunny. The Easter egg hunts begin at noon. Details can be found here.

Hop & Hunt Bunny Brunch at Milton's Cuisine & Cocktails
The Easter Bunny is visiting Milton’s two times this year on Sunday March 20th & March 27th and wants you and your family to hop on down for a delicious brunch, photo opportunity and egg hunt in Milton’s Garden Acre! We have brunch seatings from 10am-3pm both Sundays and egg hunts will be held at 11:30am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Here's the scoop.

 

Egg-citing Egg Hunts

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Attend the Acworth Egg Hunt
Join the City of Acworth and Freedom Church at the Acworth Egg Hunt at the Acworth Sports Complex baseball fields. Face masks are strongly encouraged. Please do not attend if you or your children are feeling unwell or exhibit cold or flu symptoms. Only one parent per child will be allowed on the egg hunt fields. The egg hunt is divided into five age groups. To mitigate crowd sizes and maintain social distance, hunts will occur in 30 minute increments to allow each age group time to clear the area. Hunts will alternate between fields. Here's all you need to know.

Hop-A-Long Scavenger Hunt at Avalon
Head to the Concierge to check-in and meet your special story book character scavenger hunt leaders. Then, hop down the Boulevard as you collect Easter egg clues to find the Easter Bunny and other special surprises. Contact Avalon Concierge for advance tickets, as they're limited. Find out more, here.

Easter Egg Hunt at Smith-Gilbert Gardens
Enjoy fun and games, stories and crafts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and an egg hunt, then explore the gardens and visit the newly renovated Gift Shop and Art Gallery. Your family will make memories for a lifetime. Advance tickets are required. Here's the scoop.

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Along with the arrival of spring, comes a plethora of Easter egg hunts around Seattle. And while a few of our favorite area hunts have returned for 2022, many are still on hold. We’ve rounded up our favorite egg hunts and dished on the egg-stras. So grab your Easter baskets, round up your little bunnies and read on to find an egg-citing egg hunt (or two!) near you.

Editor’s note: Please check back as we will continue to update this list.

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Spring Egg Hunts at Seattle Community Centers

Like so many other things this year, egg hunts at Seattle’s local community centers are back! They’ll be spread out over a few days and weekends and not all area community centers are hosting them this year. But you can check the Seattle Parkways blog to see if more are added as we get closer to Easter. Hop on over with your little ones so they can gather all the eggs in their baskets. Psst…be sure to check the age restrictions for your particular neighborhood hunt, and arrive early to guarantee a spot. Most egg hunts are geared towards kids ages 11 & under.

The Brig/Amphitheater at Magnuson Park: Fri., Apr. 15. Crafts, 4:30 p.m.; Egg hunt, 5:30 p.m.; Flashlight egg hunt for teens, 7:30 p.m.

Green Lake Community Center: Sat., Apr. 16, 10 a.m. (ages 1-3); 10:30 a.m. (ages 4-6); 11 a.m. (ages 7-10)

Delridge Community Center: Sat., Apr. 16, 10 a.m. (ages 3-11)

Loyal Heights Community Center: Sat., Apr. 16, 10 a.m. (ages 3-11)

Van Asselt Community Center: Sat., Apr. 16, 10 a.m. (ages 3-11)

Yesler Community Center: Sat., Apr. 16, 10 a.m. (ages 3-11)

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Woodland Park Zoo Bunny Bounce & Easter Baskets for the Animals
2022 update: This event remains on hold.

This annual Easter extravaganza will feature egg hunts for kids ages 1-8 as well as crafts, bunny encounters, activity booths and zoo programs throughout the day. Plus, watch the penguins, grizzlies, lions, meerkats and other zoo animals nibble on special Easter baskets lined with flowers, berries and other favorite treats. Egg hunts are open on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a BYOB (basket or bag) event.

West Seattle Thriftway Easter Egg Hunt
2022 update: This event remains on hold for 2022.

Every now and again we get a rainy Easter. If that’s the case this year, search for thousands (and thousands!) of candy-filled eggs inside the West Seattle Thriftway. Psst! Be on the lookout for some egg-stra special eggs. You could win a egg-cellent prize!

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Spring Egg-stravaganza
Take your little chicks to Kelsey Creek Farm for a fun morning with lovable farm animals. In addition to learning all about eggs, kids will get to collect eggs from the Farm’s chicken coops and compare chicken, duck and goose eggs. They will also get to pet a bunny and a chicken and go on an egg-citing egg hunt. Apr. 10, 1-2 p.m. Event details.

Easter Egg Hunt at Fox Hollow Farm
2022 update: Fox Hollow Farm is under new management and all 2022 Easter activities have been canceled.

This spring, follow Mr. Bunny down the Easter Egg Trail while meeting lots of furry farm friends and collecting eggs. Fox Hollow Farm will be bursting with fresh blooms of tulips and daffodils, and each family will have a personal meet and greet with the Easter Bunny himself. After the Egg Hunt, families may enjoy the other farm activities including baby animal interactions, child sized ATVs and the Playhouse Farm Village. Tickets are good for a two-hour window.  

Beat the Bunny 5K Run & Walk
Lace up your tennies, dust off your jogging stroller and join other Seattle families for this fun Easter-themed 5K. All participants who beat the bunny to the finish line will receive a prize. Psst…before the 5K starts, kids 12 & under can participate in a free Kids Dash and try their luck at finding an egg with a egg-cellent prize inside. Apr. 2, 9 a.m. Event details.

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Pysanky Egg Workshop at KidsQuest Children’s Museum
Instead of their usual egg adventure, the staff at KidsQuest will be welcoming families with kids ages 7 and up to create beautiful folk art eggs from Ukraine. Pysanky eggs are decorated with images and designs using beeswax and dyes resulting in an ornately decorated egg that’s typically given to friends or family. Now’s your chance to learn the art of Pysanky and create your own beautiful keepsake. Registration is required. Apr. 9,  5:30-7 p.m. Event details.

Spring Eggstravaganza at Redmond Town Center
2022 update: Currently, there are no plans for this event in 2022.

Once again, RTC will be hopping with festive family fun the day before Easter. In addition to an egg-citing Easter scavenger hunt for the first 2,000 kids (under 12), there will be a petting zoo, a bouncy house and an obstacle course. Other activities include face painting, glitter tattoos and Springfree trampolines to jump on, as well as arts and crafts, merchant activities and more.

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Beyond the City

Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt in Mill Creek
Families will be glad to hear this in-person event is returning to Mill Creek. It will include an egg hunt, Easter bunny photo booth, balloon twisters, fun activities, games and more. Please remember to bring a canned food donation for The Mill Creek Community Food Bank and a basket or bag for collecting eggs. Apr. 16, 10:30 a.m. – noon. Event details.

Federal Way EasterFest
2022 update: This event is canceled for 2022.

Kids can hunt for eggs and enjoy games, prizes, bouncy houses, food and more at Federal Way Church of the Nazarene. This is a popular event, so arrive early for parking and be sure to bring a canned food item for the Federal Way Multi-Service Center Food Bank.

photo: Eileen Lapins

Puyallup Spring Eggstravaganza
2022 update: This event is canceled for 2022.

Families in the South Sound can join the fun at the Puyallup Recreation Center’s spring-themed carnival and egg hunt! In addition to the egg-stra special egg hunts, there will be games, crafts and snacks, plus Peter Rabbit sightings and more!

Steam Train Eggspress
All aboard our family-friendly spring train ride. Come hang out with the Easter Bunny, ride in our indoor or outdoor seating cars and join us for an Easter egg hunt after! Four trains run each day of the event. Apr. 9 & 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $17/person (2 & under Free). Tickets required. Event details.

photo: Alderbrook Resort & Spa

Alderbrook Resort & Spa Brunch & Egg Hunt
2022 update: Alderbrook will be placing surprise-filled Easter eggs around the resort for overnight guests to find. The traditional egg hunt for the public is canceled.

If you’re looking for an Easter weekend getaway near the water, Alderbrook Resort & Spa will be hosting its annual Easter brunch and egg hunt along the shores of Hood Canal. The egg-citing egg hunt will take place on Easter Sunday at 1 p.m., so either plan an Easter weekend getaway at the Resort or come early on Sunday for Easter brunch which will be served at the Restaurant at Alderbrook from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Psst…we hear the Easter Bunny might even be making a special appearance. The egg hunt is free and open to both resort and non-resort guests. BYOB—baskets or bags to collect your eggs in!  

Suncadia Resort, A Destination Hotel Easter Weekend Activities
For those who prefer an Easter weekend getaway in the mountains, Suncadia Resort has exciting Easter events planned starting April 1 and running through Easter Sunday, April 17. From cookie decorating kids and Sunny the Bunny deliveries (for hotel guests) to Bunny bingo and special brunches, guests can enjoy all kinds of perks. As for Easter egg hunts, you’ll find three (that’s right!) to choose from. Recover the golden egg, hunt at night with your flashlights or just enjoy the community egg hunt and after party. All three Easter egg hunts are planned for April 16. Call Suncadia Resort at 509-649-6461 for more info. and to book your reservation. 

—Allison Sutcliffe & Kristina Moy

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How will you celebrate Easter in 2021? OnePoll (on behalf of HI-CHEW) recently conducted a survey of 2,000 American parents and the results show that family, safety and holiday traditions are key to this year’s celebrations.

According to OnePoll’s results, 73 percent of parents rank celebrating with extended family as the best part of Easter. Of course, with the “new normal” changing almost everything about anything parents do, this extended family type of Easter awesomeness won’t look the same in 2021.

photo courtesy of OnePoll/HI-CHEW

Eighty-one percent of the parents surveyed agree they need to find a “safe” way to bring their families together this year. This includes virtual gatherings and Easter egg hunts as well as outdoor activities such as picnics.

If you’re planning a classic Easter-time egg dying day type of holiday event, you aren’t alone. OnePoll’s survey found 41 percent of parents will have this sort of Easter activity at their own home this year. Another 42 percent plan on having an Easter celebration at a family member’s house, while 24 percent say they’ll go to a church, 18 percent plan on a public park day and 14 percent will dine out at a restaurant.

To make the day safer, 67 percent of survey participants say hand washing and sanitizing is an important part of their Easter day, 64 percent plan to wear masks/face coverings in public, 51 percent will spend family time in a social distant outdoor space and 25 percent will call ahead to make restaurant reservations.

Along with where they’ll spend the holiday and how they’ll maintain a safe celebration setting, the surveyed families also reported on their top Easter activities. A whopping 83 percent will have an Easter egg hunt, 69 percent will eat candy, 69 percent will dye eggs, 58 percent will take fam photos, 57 percent will make a holiday dinner, 51 percent will put together Easter baskets and 42 percent will get crafty with Easter projects.

If you’re wondering how much candy other parents buy or how much they allow their kiddos to eat, the survey has answers. The parents surveyed said they’ll buy an average of four bags of candy and will allow their children to eat 12 pieces!

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: Cottonbro via Pexels

 

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The eggs are hiding, Easter Bunny is on location, and food is warm and ready! This year try something new with the family by venturing up Mt Hood, wandering to the Portland waterfront for an Easter cruise, or support a good cause while getting a tasty meal. Read on to decide which exciting Easter Brunch experience is right for your family! Hop to it!

Pix Patisserie

Jamie Bradway via Flickr

If you are looking for a reason to get dressed up this Easter then we have the perfect location for you and your family. This year Pix Patisserie is once again hosting their Easter Sunday Tea with 14 bite sized savory and sweet treats and a pot of Townsend's tea. There will be 50 eggs hidden throughout the restaurant each with a golden ticket within. A special prize of $50 will be given to the person who finds the right egg! Doors open at 1:30 p.m. sharp with Tea Time at 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. It's an extravaganza you don't want to miss! 

2225 E Burnside
971-271-7166
Online:pixpatisserie.com

Timberline Lodge

Jim Choate via Flickr

This year celebrate Easter with a delicious brunch and fun Easter activities at Timberline Lodge. Enjoy a scrumptious multi-course brunch with an elaborate dessert buffet then meet the Easter bunny and hunt for eggs. What could be better!? There will be Easter activities crafts and games for the whole family. Head over to the Raven’s Nest on the hour from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m for Easter Egg Hunting. If you want pictures with the Easter Bunny make your way over to the Mt. Hood Room starting at 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. There is limited space for this event so make your reservation soon. Vegetarian options are available upon request. Additionally they have a special children's buffet for kids 11 and under! 

Apr. 21 
27500 E Timberline Road
Timberline Lodge, Or
503-272-3251
Online: timberlinelodge.com

Portland Spirit

Sean Davis via Flickr

All aboard! Gather the family and your favorite friends to create an Easter Memory you’ll never forget! On the Portland Spirit you’ll hit the open waters for 2 hours of unforgettable family fun. Let the kids play and enjoy the rose city sight-seeing while you soak in the live entertainment and eat a delicious meal! Plus kids get a special gift. Ticket includes: Northwest buffet, dessert, reserved table, entertainment, coffee, hot tea, champagne, orange juice, sparkling cider and service gratuity

Apr. 21 

Morning Brunch
Boarding 9 a.m.
Cruising 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Afternoon Brunch
Boarding 2 p.m.
Cruising 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Price: $60/adults; $30/children

Boarding Location:
1020 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204
503-224-3900
Online: portlandspirit.com

Bridgeport Village

The Dress Up Place via Flickr

Would you like to have breakfast with a bunny and support a great cause? Bridgeport Village is hosting their annual charity event, Breakfast with The Easter Bunny & Friends. Join Hatter, Alice, The Queen, Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum for a fun morning of music, games, prizes plus a special visit from the Easter Bunny. Tickets are available starting March 1st and they are expecting to sell out! Tickets are $15 each for adults and children ages 2 and up with 100% of the ticket sale proceeds going to benefit the Chelsea's Closet. This year there are two locations to choose from. 

Mar. 1
Choza Tacos-Y-Cantina - 8:30am-9:30am
California Pizza Kitchen - 9:00am-10:30am
Online:  bridgeport-village.com

Salty’s Waterfront Seafood Grills

Andrew Lynch via Flickr

Salty’s on the Columbia will be offering their incredible Easter Brunch once again this year. While the menu is still is progress you can plan to expect the same delicious seafood, omelet making station, carved meats, a do it yourself crêpe making station, and a pasta bar this year! You get all that plus stunning river views. There will be special entertainment just for the kids! Call ahead for reservations.

 

Saturday, Apr. 20
Brunch Hours: 1st Seating 9 a.m. – Last Seating 1 p.m.
Adults(14+): $52 ($62 with Champagne), Kids (9-13): $29.99, Kids (5-8): $19.99 Kids (4-under):free 

Sunday, Apr. 21
Brunch Hours: 1st Seating 8 a.m. – Last Seating 6:45 p.m.
Adults(14+): $70.00 ($80.00 with Champagne), Kids (9-13): $29.99, Kids (5-8): $19.99 Kids (4-under): free

3839 NE Marine Dr.
Portland, Or
503-288-4444
Online: saltys.com/Portland 

The Benson Hotel

Lorie Shaull via Flickr

This Easter head over to The Benson Hotel for a very special Easter Brunch with the family. They will be offering a delicious spread of fresh chilled seafood, made-to-order omelets, honey glazed ham, a carvery with roast beef and leg of lamb, fresh baked desserts, sparkling wine, and much more to celebrate the occasion. YUM!

Brunch pricing is $60 per adult and $30 for kids ages 5-12. Kids under 5 eat for free. 

Space is limited so don't forget to call ahead and make your reservation. 
Sunday, April 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

309 SW Broadway 
503-228-2000
Online: bensonhotel.com

—Elissa Cirignotta

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