Easter is April 5, and we’re counting down to all the train rides, egg hunts and brunches that come with it. Here is where to find the Easter Bunny throughout New Jersey.
February 27 – April 4
Easter Events at Freehold Raceway Mall
Freehold Raceway Mall, Freehold
Aside from photos with the Easter Bunny (including select nights for pets and for those with sensory sensitivities), there will be KIDZ BOP Bunny dance parties every hour; and a special pottery painting event on March 14 where you can paint PEEPS.
March 6 to April 4
Easter Bunny at Menlo Park Mall
Menlo Park Mall, Edison
The Bunny Photo Experience will be open daily, with Caring Bunny for kids with special needs on March 22, and pet photos on March 15. New this year, KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties are held every hour on the hour, so kids can dance along with the Bunny to upbeat KIDZ BOP hits with easy-to-follow dance moves.
Weekends, March 7 to April 4
Rolling Railway Easter EGGspress
DiDonato’s Family Fun Center, Hammonton
Hop aboard the train that takes you through the Spring Village. Meet the Easter Bunny, go on an egg hunt, and find your way through the Spring Hedge maze. Kids will get a free snack, plus an Easter prize. There will also be a giant slide and an inflatable 40-foot obstacle course. You can add on a game of bowling, hang out in the arcade, or eat at the Alley Bar & Grille or the Pin Deck. Little Strikes Toy & Candy Shop & DiDonato’s “Bowl-tique” will be open.
March 14
Pysanky: Ukrainian Egg Decorating Workshop
ArtSpace, Red Bank
Pysanky is the traditional Ukrainian craft of wax-resist egg decorating. Monmouth Arts members presents a hands-on workshop where older teens and adults will learn cultural history, symbolism and step-by-step techniques led by the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America.
March 19 – April 5
Easter Bunny at Newport Centre
Newport Centre, Jersey City
Book a time to see the Easter Bunny for photos, and you can also join the KIDZ BOP dance party. Special events include Caring Bunny for children who are neurodivergent, pet night for your dog, and Breakfast With the Bunny.
Select Dates, March 21 to April 4
Easter Bunny Express
Black River and Western Railroad, Flemington
Take a round-trip train ride from Flemington to Ringoes and back. Meet Peter Cottontail aboard the train for a brief photo op. There will be an egg hunt when you stop off in Ringoes.
Weekends, March 21 to April 5
Easter Bunny Express
New Hope & Ivyland Railroad, New Hope, PA
Venture through Bucks County on a 45-minute excursion that starts and ends at New Hope Train Station. The Bunny will stop to greet every passenger, take pictures, and hand out treats.
March 28
Easter Bouquet-Making Workshop
Eclectic Chic Boutique, Montclair
An instructor will teach you how to make an Easter bouquet using fresh seasonal flowers and accessories.
Sonny the Bunny’s Colossal Carrot Adventure
iPlay America, Freehold Twp.
The free event includes a bunny trail to hop along for treat-filled eggs, Easter-themed selfies at photo op stations, holiday arts and crafts, and raffles. For pictures with the Easter Bunny, make a reservation for brunch at The Bistro.
The Great Egg Hunt
6th to 14th Streets, Along the Boardwalk, Ocean City
Stop by participating stores to find hidden eggs.
March 28-29, April 3-4
Easter Bunny Express
Woodstown Central Railroad, Woodstown
The vintage train goes through the forests and farmland of historic Salem County before reaching the Easter Bunny’s home at Fenwick Grove. There, kids will hop off for an egg hunt. You can book coach, the caboose or a table car.
Easter Bunny Breakfast and Bunny Trail Brunch
Alstede Farms, Chester
Choose breakfast or brunch, and after you eat and see the Easter Bunny, you get to visit the Springtime & Easter Festival. Activities include hay wagon rides, baby farm animal visits, the Easter Egg Hunt & Bunny Trail Maze, the farm museum, an evergreen maze and the giant hay pyramid.
March 28 and 29, April 4
Easter Bunny Express
Whippany Railway Museum, Whippany
The Easter Bunny and his friends will be on board the train, greeting everyone and giving kids a special gift during the 45-minute round-trip ride along the historic Whippanong Trail through Morris County.
Easter Bunny Express
Cape May Seashore Lines, Cape May
The 60-minute railroad journey with the Easter Bunny also has live music while the train is rolling along. Once the Bunny appears he’ll have a special gift for every child on board. Maybe the best part? There are restrooms on board.
March 28-29, April 4-5
The Easter Bunny Train Ride & Easter Egg Hunt
Delaware River Railroad Excursions, Phillipsburg
The route travels along the scenic Delaware River, leaving from the historic district of Phillipsburg, and heading to Carpentersville. When you stop, in front of the 150-year-old lime kilns is a glade filled with Easter eggs. After taking pictures with Mr. Bunny, kids will get their baskets and find the candy-filled eggs.
Meet & Greet with The Easter Bunny
Soifer Park, Downtown Ocean City
Meet the Easter Bunny aboard a lifeguard boat to capture a unique Easter moment.
March 28 – April 4
Also April 6
Easter & Springtime Festival
Alstede Farms, Chester
Your ticket includes scenic hay wagon rides, visits with baby farm animals, animal feeding, an Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Trail Maze, photos with the Easter Bunny, access to the farm museum, an evergreen maze, and a giant hay pyramid.
March 28-29; April 3-4, 11-12
Easter EGG-stravaganza Festival
Heaven Hill Farm, Vernon
Kick off the spring season at the farm with the popular Easter festival, featuring colorful egg hunts, games, and treats for kids.
March 29
Readington Brewery’s Easter Egg Hunt
Readington Brewery, Readington
Families are invited to the brewery for an Easter egg hunt.
Bunny Brunch
Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA
During brunch, you’ll meet the Easter Bunny and some of his real-life Ambassador Animals from the zoo. Then, visit your favorite exhibits throughout the zoo. Another brunch is available on April 5.
April 4
The Great Egg Hunt
6th to 14th Streets, Along the Boardwalk, Ocean City
Stop by participating stores to find the eggs.
April 4-5
Bunny Trail Spring Festival
Terhune Orchards, Princeton
Kids can follow a treasure hunt through the blooming farm, ending with a prize and an optional bunny craft activity. While on the farm, they can also play in the hippity hop corral or on the play tractors, take a pony ride, compete in the duckie races, and play old-fashioned games like hopscotch and hula hoops.
April 5
Bunny Brunch
Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA
During brunch, you’ll meet the Easter Bunny and some of his real-life Ambassador Animals from the zoo. Then, visit your favorite exhibits throughout the zoo.
Easter Sunrise Service
Music Pier, Ocean City
This traditional yet non-denominational service takes by the sea. All are welcome.
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