What To Do This Easter

Easter is a special time of year, filled with traditions and opportunities for family fun. Whether you're looking for ways to celebrate the religious significance of the holiday or simply want to enjoy the spring weather with your loved ones, there are plenty of ways to make Easter a memorable occasion. 

Attend an Easter Service: 

Many churches offer special Easter services, with music, readings, and prayers to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Attending a service can be a meaningful way to connect with your faith and share the holiday with your family.

Decorate Easter Eggs: 

Coloring and decorating eggs is a classic Easter activity that's fun for all ages. You can use traditional dye kits or try out creative techniques like painting, decoupage, or using natural dyes like onion skins or beets.
Learn how to make your own Natural Egg Dyes HERE.

Go on an Easter Egg Hunt: 

Hiding and hunting for eggs is a quintessential Easter activity that's sure to delight kids of all ages. You can hide plastic eggs filled with candy or small toys around your yard or a nearby park, or create clues and puzzles for a more challenging hunt. Find all our local Easter Egg Hunts below or click HERE to jump there immediately.

Make Easter Baskets: 

Assemble baskets filled with Easter treats like chocolate bunnies, jelly beans, and peeps. You can also include small toys or games, and customize the baskets to each family member's tastes.
Here are 10 Different Ideas for your Easter Basket 
and Easter Basket Ideas for Tweens and Teens.

Cook a Special Easter Meal: 

Whether you prefer a classic ham dinner or a vegetarian feast, Easter is a great excuse to gather your family around the table for a special meal. You can also incorporate traditional Easter foods like hot cross buns or simnel cake.
How about 3 Easy Treats you can Make with your Kids.

Plant an Easter Garden: 

Plant a garden filled with spring flowers like tulips, daffodils, or hyacinths, and decorate with Easter-themed ornaments like bunnies or eggs. You can also create a miniature fairy garden or succulent terrarium for a fun and low-maintenance project.
Read 10 Benefits of Gardening with Kids
and Kid-Friendly Gutter Garden,
and 6 Tips for Planting a Kid-Friendly Garden.

Watch an Easter Movie: 

Many classic movies and TV specials celebrate the Easter holiday, from religious films like "The Passion of the Christ" to family-friendly favorites like "Hop" or "It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown."

Volunteer or Donate: 

Easter is a time of giving and generosity. You can volunteer at a local soup kitchen or food bank, donate clothes or toys to a shelter or charity, or contribute to a cause that's meaningful to your family.
Find local volunteer opportunities HERE

Create an Easter Craft: 

Get creative and make Easter-themed crafts like paper mache eggs, bunny ears headbands, or felt flower bouquets. You can find plenty of DIY tutorials online or in craft stores.
Try these Tissue Paper Easter Eggs.

Play Easter Games: 

From pin the tail on the bunny to egg and spoon races, there are plenty of Easter-themed games to keep your family entertained. You can also create your own games or challenges, like building a tower out of peeps or creating an obstacle course with Easter baskets and balloons. What matters is fun quality time together, and making great memories. Any game you like playing together will do.
HERE are our favorite family games.
and FUN IDEAS for Easter Shenanigans the kids will love!!!

Easter is a wonderful time to spend with your family and enjoy the traditions and activities that make the holiday special. Whether you're celebrating the religious significance of the day or simply enjoying the arrival of spring, there are plenty of ways to create lasting memories with your loved ones.

Friday, March 15th

6pm Hopping into Spring at Woodbridge Center Mall - Woodbridge

Saturday, March 16th

10am Easter Egg Huntat Pelzman Park - Avenel
11am Easter Eggstravaganza at G&G Stables - Howell
4pm Egg Hunt in the Pool at Five Star Swim - Edison

Sunday, March 17th

11am Easter Eggstravaganza at G&G Stables - Howell

Saturday, March 23rd  - Please double-check with the event for possible rain dates

10am Colossal Carrot Adventure at iPlay  - Freehold (must register by March 21)
10am Pictures with the Easter Bunny at Parker Press Park - Woodbridge
10am Easter Egg Hunt at Civic Center Park - Carteret
11am Easter Eggstravaganza at G&G Stables - Howell
12pm Easter Egg Hunt at Bradley Beach - Monmouth
12pm Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Westfield
1pm Egg Hunt at Battleview Orchards - Freehold

Sunday, March 24th

9:30am 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Stein Field Park - Rahway
11am Easter Eggstravaganza at G&G Stables - Howell
12pm Easter Egg Stroll at VFW Parking Lot - Fords
12pm NDS Easter Egg Huntat All Seasons Sports Plex - South Plainfield

Saturday, March 30th

10am Dog Egg Hunt at Doggie Sweets - Long Branch
10am Easter Egg Hunt at the Liberty Hall Museum - Newark
10am Eggstravaganzaat Baptist Church of Metuchen
11am Easter Eggstravaganza at G&G Stables - Howell
11am Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Wilson Park - Linden
11am Easter Egg Hunt at Howard Field - Rahway
2pm Easter Egg Hunt at the Liberty Hall Museum - Newark

Photos with the Bunny -Woodbridge Center Mall - Woodbridge
Pictures with the Easter Bunny - Parker Press Park - Woodbridge (March 23rd only)
Easter Bunny Photos and Activities - Menlo Mall - Edison
Easter StoryTimes - Menlo Mall - Edison

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and make sure to tell all your friends!