Spring is hopping in, and Easter is just around the corner! Whether you're looking for classic egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, or unique springtime activities, the D.C. area has plenty to offer for families.
Egg-cellent Egg Hunts:
- Great Country Farms (March 22-April 1): Hunt for candy-filled eggs, meet farm animals, and roast marshmallows at this Loudoun County farm. Advance tickets required.
- College Park's Eggs-travaganza (March 23): Free event with egg hunts, hot cocoa, cookies, and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny.
- Bunnyland at Butler's Orchard (March 23-April 7): Enjoy egg hunts, festive goodie bags, hayrides, and pony rides (extra fee) at this annual Easter festival.
- NOVA Parks Scavenger Hunt (March 23+): Take a self-guided Easter egg scavenger hunt at multiple parks in Northern Virginia.
- Clark's Elioak Farm (March 23-31): Fantasy-themed farm with daily egg hunts for ages 1-6, plus petting zoos and rides.
- Green Meadows Farm (March 23-24, 28-31): Maryland farm with multiple egg hunts by age group, pig races, animal feeding, and Easter Bunny photo ops.
- Leesburg Animal Park (March 23-24, 30-31): Egg hunts for various age groups, live music, face painting, and access to the park with exotic animals.
- City of Falls Church Egg Hunt (March 30): Free event with egg hunts, magic show, crafts, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Bring your own basket!
- Easter at The Perch (March 30): Kids can hunt eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, and pet a real bunny at this rooftop venue. Adults can enjoy festive drinks. Ticket required for egg hunt.
- Book Fair and Egg Hunt at Metrobar (March 30): Celebrate Black children's authors with a book fair and egg hunt. Bring your own basket! Ticket required per family.
Beyond the Egg Hunt:
- Easter Treasure Hunt at O Museum (March 29-April 1): Search for Easter eggs in the 100 hidden rooms of this historic mansion.
- Easter at the National Zoo (April 1): Free event with an Easter-themed scavenger hunt, animal demonstrations, and elephant feeding. Requires a timed-entry pass.
This is just a taste of the many Easter egg-tivities happening in the D.C. area! So grab your basket and get ready for a hoppin' good time!