Spring has arrived, and with it comes some wonderful family-friendly Easter events! The five boroughs are booming with bunny-themed activities, so if you’re looking for fun things to do with the kiddos, check out these egg hunts, Easter Bunny meetups, breakfast buffets, and much more!
Manhattan
Ukrainian Easter Activities at the Ukrainian Museum
March 23 – April 12
[Ages 12 & Up]
Learn about various traditions and customs of Ukrainian Eastern, including how to make Pysanky, which are Ukrainian Easter eggs. Other activities include learning how to bake and decorate traditional Easter bread. This is perfect for older children and families excited to learn about new culture and customs. Prices vary depending on the workshop, event dates and times differ. 222 East 6th Street. 212-228-0110. ukrainianmuseum.org
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Stella 34 Trattoria
April 12
[Ages 3-10]
For a delicious feast and a special cameo from the Easter Bunny that kids are sure to love, this breakfast at Stella 34 Trattoria is a great way to spend Saturday morning! The sumptuous, prix-fixe Italian breakfast comes with a Prosecco bellini (for the parents), a keepsake photograph with the Bunny, special treat-filled Easter activities, and yummy bunny cookies! $40, 9:30 am-11:30 am. 151 West 34th Street, 6th floor. 212-967-9251. patinagroup.com
Easter Activities at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan
April 18-20
[All Ages]
The Children’s Museum has set up a variety of Easter activities for the whole family on Saturday. From using watercolors to decorate eggs to creating Easter baskets, the CMOM has something special for young kids looking to be creative this Easter. Activities are free with museum admission, times for events vary. Tisch Building at 212 West 83rd Street. 212-721-1223. cmom.org
Cupcake Kids: Easter Bunny Cupcakes at Taste Buds Kitchen
April 19
[Ages 2 & Up]
Taste Buds Kitchen’s Cupcake Kids! class series is all about family-friendly baking from Elmo-themed cupcakes to Angry Birds cupcakes. The class features new recipes that familes can make from scratch and learn how to decorate. For Easter, the kitchen offers a special Easter-themed class where families can make Easter bunny cupcakes. $45 for drop-in registration; 9 am–10 am. 109 West 27th St, 10th floor, 212-242-2248, tastebudskitchen.com
Battery Park Easter Egg Hunt at the Ritz-Carlton
April 20
[Ages 3-12]
An Easter egg hunt of epic proportions, this festive activity will have children searching high and low in the Ritz Carlton lobby and outdoor plaza. Along with over 500 hidden eggs (with secret treasures inside), one dozen golden eggs can be found and turned in for a special prize! Don’t miss an appearance from the Easter Bunny himself, who will make his debut from 12 pm-1 pm. This event is free, 12pm. 2 West Street, 917-790-2552, ritzcarlton.com
Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
April 20
[All Ages]
As a yearly tradition, New Yorkers dress up in their best bonnets and parade up and down Fifth Avenue, starting at 49th street. But the best place to watch the parade is at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. This is a great New York City Easter tradition that the whole family can enjoy. This event is free, 10 am–4 pm. 5th Avenue between 50th and E. 51st Street. nycgo.com
Brooklyn
Easter Egg Hunt at Annie’s Blue Ribbon General Store
April 12
[All Ages]
Annie’s Blue Ribbon General Store is hosting a very special Easter egg hunt in their backyard! Along with the usual searching fun, Hazel Village, a great company hand-making cute bunnies and other plushes, will be hosting a pop-up. The rain date is April 13. This event is free, 1oam. 232 5th Avenue, 718-522-9848. blueribbongeneralstore.net
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Aviator Sports
April 13
[All Ages]
Grab some grub in celebration of this great holiday! Along with a large breakfast buffet, guests will enjoy a complimentary bloody mary or mimosa for mom and dad, and an Easter egg hunt, cupcake decorating, crafts, and a candy bag for the kids! $20 per child, $22 per adult, 10 am-2 pm. 3160 Flatbrush Avenue, 718-758-7551. aviatorsports.com
Egg Hunt at McGolrick Park
April 19
[All Ages]
The great McGolrick Park old-fashioned hunt is back this year with more eggs than ever before! Along with an exclusive toddler/baby egg hunting area, other fun activities include meeting the Easter Bunny, enjoying music, craft activities, and more! Don’t forget to bring your own basket! $10 per person, 12 pm-2 pm. Nassau Avenue and Russell Street, townsquareinc.com
BKB Easter Egg Hunt 2014 at Brooklyn Boulders
April 19
[Ages 5-12]
An athletic twist on the usual Easter egg hunt, this special event at Brooklyn Boulders, a rock climbing gym, will have youngsters looking in holds, on the climbing wall, under benches, and more for their prizes! After the hunting is over, families can enjoy free climbing until noon and a complimentary BKB Easter Egg Hunt tote bag. $10 per ticket, 9 am. 575 Degraw Street, 347-834-9066. brooklynboulders.com
Queens
Barnyard Easter Egg Hunt at the Queens County Farm Museum
April 19
[All Ages]
For families looking to participate in a traditional Easter activity, the Queens County Farm Museum is offering egg hunts all afternoon in their orchard farm. “Whiskers the Bunny” will also be there, greeting families and taking pictures with the kids. Other games and activities include Dance the Bunny Hop, egg toss, and egg rolling games. Plus the orchad’s animals and classic hayride is there for all to enjoy! $5 per person. 12pm – 4pm. 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park. 718-347-3276. queensfarm.org
Spring Egg-stravaganza! at Queens Botanical Garden
April 19
[All Ages]
The Queens Botanical Garden has planned a day filled with an Easter egg scavenger hunt and tons of other old-fashioned activities and games for kids. Flora, the QGB mascot, will also be making an appearance, so get ready for a photo op! Two sessions will be offered throughout the day, and pre-registration is required. $5 per child, not including admission; 12 pm-1:3o pm, or 2 pm-3:30 pm. 43-50 Main Street, 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org
Affinity’s Spring Fling and 13th Easter Egg Hunt
April 19
[All Ages]
Named the largest Easter egg hunt in the tri-state region, Affinity’s Spring Fling has a great variety of family programming. Fun activities for the kids include rides, carnival games, arts and crafts, face painting, photo booths, and, of course, and egg hunt! As a bonus, some information on free or low-cost healthcare will be available throughout the day. This event is free, 12 pm-5 pm. 172-98 Sayres Avenue, 866-206-1775. affinityplan.org
Spring Eggtravaganza at Queens Zoo
April 19 & 20
[All Ages]
The Queens Zoo is hosting some wonderful spring-themed events! Besides the traditional Easter egg scavenger hunt, activities include a chance to meet Flemish giant rabbits (Olivia, Flip, and Blue), bunny mask decoration, and a meeting with the Easter Bunny! Free with admission, 10 am-4 pm. 53-51 111th Street, 718-271-1500. queenszoo.com
Bronx
Easter Egg Hunt at Bartow Pell Mansion Museum
April 13
[Ages 2-13]
Get your fill of Easter fun with this annual egg hunt at Bartow Pell Mansion Museum! Children ages 2-12 will get the chance to search for eggs, do arts and crafts, enjoy light refreshments, and even take their picture with the Easter bunny! BYOB (Bring Your Own Basket!) $12 per child, 1:30 pm-4 pm. 895 Shore Road, 718-885-1461. bartowpellmansionmuseum.org
Dinosaur Eggstravaganza at the Bronx Zoo
April 19 & 20
[All Ages]
Dinosaur fans will love this prehistoric twist on an Easter egg hunt! Dinosaur “eggs’ will be hidden throughout the zoo’s exhibits, making for a fun, adventure-filled scavenger hunt! Free with admission, 11 am-2 pm. 2300 Southern Boulevard, 718-367-1010. bronxzoo.com
Staten Island
Easter Fest at Greenbelt Recreation Center
April 16
[All Ages]
“Search for the Golden Egg” at this family favorite holiday celebration! Kiddos will love the wide variety of offerings, including face painting, Easter crafts, egg coloring, games, an egg hunt, and more! Don’t miss a special appearance from the one-and-only Peter Rabbit and friends! RSVP required by April 11. This event is free, 4 pm-6 pm. 501 Brielle Avenue, 718-667-3545. nycgovparks.org
Sp-EGG-tacular Day! at Mariners Harbor Library
April 15
[All Ages]
The New York Public Library is hosting a great blend of activities at their Mariners Harbor Library location! Start the day off with great Easter crafts and face painting, then dive into age-appropriate egg hunts. No registration is required, but be sure to arrive early (first come, first serve). This event is free, 11 am-2:30 pm. 206 South Avenue, 212-621-0690. nypl.org
Easter Egg Hunt at Historic Richmond Town
April 19
[Recommended for Ages 3 and Up]
Get ready for fun games and activities at this special Easter celebration! Youngsters can will hunt for eggs in a spring-themed Victorian house, meet the Easter Bunny, and decorate festive egg-holders! Refreshments will be served. Pre-paid registration is required. $10 per child, $5 per adult; 11am. 441 Clarke Avenue, 718-351-1611 ext. 241. historicrichmondtown.org
