From Easter bunny visits, egg hunts, games, crafts, prizes, candy, swimming, bike giveaways, music and more, there’s an egg-cellent selection of local events for kids and even adults! Mark your calendars for these entertaining Easter events in the area:
For the adults, enjoy coffee and the “Songs of Easter” with Ron Eckberg on Thursday, April 10th at 2 p.m. at the Erie Public Library. Ron will be singing new and old favorites while on the guitar!
Kids, hop on over to the Erie Public Library on Thursday, April 10th at 6 p.m. for their annual Easter Egg Hunt. Children 4th grade and under are welcome to attend. Please bring a basket, bag, or even a pillowcase to hunt for eggs. RSVP to the library at 309-659-2707 or stop in to get signed up.
Jump, splash, and hunt at Prophetstown Park District’s annual Water Easter Egg Hunt in the swimming pool on Saturday, April 12th. For children ages 0-5, the fun starts at 10 a.m., with a parent or teen required to be in the pool with the child. For ages 6-10, the hunt starts at 11 a.m., and parents or a teen are welcome to join. There will be a lifeguard on staff to ensure swimmers’ safety. Please be sure to bring a basket or bag to gather eggs in. Goodie bags will be given to all participants, with no registration needed.
Revitalize Erie will host their annual Easter Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, April 12th from 10 a.m. – noon at the Erie High School Commons. There will be an egg hunt, games, crafts, a bike giveaway and more! Friends of the Park will be showcasing their upcoming renovations to Heritage Park in 2025 and beyond, and other local businesses will be set up for the Easter fun. Volunteers are still needed to help with the event!
Morrison Kiwanis and Key Club’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, April 12th from 10-11 a.m. at Kiwanis Park, 700 N. Genesee Street in Morrison. The Easter Bunny will arrive on the fire truck at 10 a.m. Age groups are 2 and under (accompanied by an adult), 3-4, 5-6, and 7-9. Some eggs will contain slips for special Easter baskets and some eggs will contain coupons for special treats from local businesses. There will also be special treats for those who can’t have candy. The event is free, and no registration is required.
Kidzlink Easter Experience at Crossroads Community Church, 300 W. South St. in Morrison, on Saturday, April 12th from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Activities and crafts, friends and lessons, wacky games, and a Nintendo Switch giveaway. Register in advance at crossroadscn.com.
Spring Valley Reformed Church invites area youth to their Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12th at 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton. Open to all children up to 10 years old, games will begin at 1 p.m. with egg hunts at 1:30 p.m. for four different age groups. Call 815-772-3554 with any questions.
Fulton Fun Crew will host an Adult Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12th at King Pins Saloon in Fulton. Wristbands must be purchased for $5, preferably in advance, with only 250 available. The event runs from 2-5 p.m. with music from The Stockwells and the egg hunt at 3:30 p.m. There will be two ages groups for the hunt: 21-45 and 45+. Win cash, gift cards, a 55” LG Smart TV, a wine fridge, and more!
Easter Egg Hunt at Hillsdale Park on Saturday, April 12th at 2 p.m. Bring a camera and a basket, and the Easter Bunny will be waiting. Prizes for all ages and a goodie bag! Rain date is April 13th.
Albany’s annual Easter Egg Hunt is set for Sunday, April 13th at 1 p.m. at Albany City Park. Age groups of 0-2, 3-4, K-1st, 2nd-3rd, and 4th and up. The Easter Bunny will be present, and there will be lots of cool prizes. Contact Chelsi Holcomb if you wish to donate sweets & treats, or with any questions, at 563-593-6886.
Winning Wheels Easter Egg Hunt will be on Thursday, April 17th at 4 p.m. Pictures with the Easter Bunny start at 4 p.m. and the hunt starts at 4:30 p.m. for children ages 10 and under. Residents help fill all the eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt, and they would love any donations to help fill the hundreds of eggs. Please drop off any donations to the front office.
Allure of Prophetstown, 310 Mosher Drive, will host an Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 18th at 1 p.m. Open to kids ages 0-9, with a grand prize for each age group. Please bring your baskets, it’s going to be an egg-cellent time! Donations of individually wrapped candy for residents to stuff eggs are being accepted at the facility until Friday, April 11th.
Resthave Home, 408 Maple Ave. in Morrison, invites children and their families to the annual Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 18th at 2 p.m. There will be bike giveaways sponsored by FNB, golden ticket prizes, tons of Easter eggs to find, and special guest Mr. E Bunny!
Hooppole’s Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, April 19th at Hooppole Park from 1-3 p.m. Hosted by the Hooppole Fun Day crew, the event features an Easter Egg Hunt followed by treats!
Erie United Methodist Church will celebrate Easter on Sunday, April 20th starting with breakfast at 8 a.m. at Wesleyan Hall. The menu consists of egg casserole, biscuits, and fruits, and guests are welcome to bring a cereal to share. Worship service with communion in the Sanctuary starts at 9 a.m., followed by an Easter Egg Hunt for PreK-middle schoolers at 10 a.m.
Please note: the Tampico Lions Club and Royal Neighbors of America Youth Chapter 516 are not having an Egg Hunt this year.
If you have an event you’d like to add, please email information to sarah@aroundptown.com.
