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Celebrating Easter 2026
Easter is a holiday of hope; spring has sprung and all things feel new. From colorful egg hunts and drive-through events to exquisite brunch menus, we’ve gathered a few ways to safely celebrate Easter in 2026.
Eggs & Events
Forest Easter Egg Adventure, Stamford Museum & Nature Center, TBD
Children can search for Easter eggs on the nature trails, then return back to the Wheels in the Woods picnic area to meet some live animals and redeem their eggs for exciting prizes such as stuffed animals, science kits, craft activities, and more! A maximum of 25 kids per session ensures a fun, safe event for all.
Easter Eggspress, Connecticut Trolley Museum, TBD
Take photos with Easter bunny, Motorwoman Cotton-Tail, then complete a Scavenger Hunt, make a Bunny Ear Craft, and visit the Fire Truck Museum for the chance to win up to three surprise-filled Easter eggs!
Dino Egg Hunt, Nature’s Art Village, April 4
Ever hunt for Dino-sized Easter eggs? On April 4, discover goodies all along the Dinosaur trail. Hunt for eggs in different locations throughout Dinosaur Place, enjoy a goodie bag, and of course win prizes!
Easter Bunny Trolley Rides, The Shore Line Trolley Museum, TBD
Ride a 100-year old beautifully restored trolley to meet the Easter Bunny on his very own trolley car. Each child receives many photo opportunities plus a small gift!
Eggs, Eggs, Eggs Spring Scavenger Hunt, Roaring Brook Nature Center, TBD
A different kind of egg hunt, this event teaches about the animals laying eggs in spring. Hike the nature trails, scavenge for clues, win a prize, and take home a craft bag for kids!
Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny Visit, New England Air Museum, TBD
Participants will have a choice of two scavenger egg hunts; the younger children will need to find four large felt easter eggs and the older children can choose to find five smaller felt eggs inside the museum. When they have found their egg locations, return to the front desk to report your findings, and collect your Easter goodie bag! To ensure the safety of all visitors, it is requested that parents remain with their children at all times during the Egg Hunt.
Woodland Egg Hunt, Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, TBD
Stroll the trails of the Nature Center in search of eggs, say hello to the resident animal friends along the way, and visit with the Easter Bunny. Kids can trade in their found eggs for wooden ones and head over to the creation stations to use paint and more to decorate in their own unique way.
Egg Scramble, EverWonder Children’s Museum, April 4
Join in the fun with hunting for eggs, visit with the Easter Bunny, play games, and more.
Egg-cellent Easter Meals
Whether you’re dining in or enjoying a take-home meal, Connecticut has plenty of spots to satisfy all your Easter brunch and dinner desires.
Attend a dine-in, prix-fixe brunch – or take home a meal – at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina with favorites including pan-seared Atlantic salmon, hoisin-glazed duck, spring vegetable pasta primavera, and desserts including coconut cream cake and chocolate cherry cheesecake bars.
Dine in at Pond House Café and enjoy dishes such as eggs Florentine, steak & eggs benedict, lobster omelet, Pond House French Toast, seafood paella – or cinnamon swirl pancakes for the kids. Or skip brunch and savor Easter dinner at Mill on the River. Choose from delicious entrees including roast prime rib of black angus beef, honey-glazed Virginia ham, garlic & rosemary roasted loin of Jersey pork, roasted leg of Australian lamb, and more.
Below are a few more spots to consider.
Unique Easter Basket Finds
If you’re playing Easter Bunny, consider skipping the big brand candy and giving special sweets instead – you’ll even help #SupportCTbusinesses while you’re at it. From homemade truffles and caramels to favorites like chocolate covered pretzels and peanut butter cups, you’ll find endless goodies along the Connecticut Chocolate Trail.
Find everything from cake pops and Krispy Treats to brownies and DIY cupcake kits at Forever Sweet Bakery in Norwalk. Or if you have a little one with dietary restrictions, find plenty of vegan and gluten free options at Divine Treasures in Manchester. Below are a few spots to consider.
Ways to Spend the Day
With a full Sunday to spend, why not get outdoors with the family? Connecticut is filled with fun ways to take in the spring air.
Search for spring blossoms, take a family stroll through these must-visit gardens throughout the state, or perhaps snap some group photos at these Instagrammable flower towns.
Cast your lines on a family fishing trip! Whether you’re reeling in your catch inland or out on Long Island Sound, fishing is a great way to get outdoors with the family.
Or stretch your legs on a scenic trek on one of Connecticut’s top hiking trails. Biking more your speed? Round up the family and try these great bike routes!
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