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Easter weekend in Austin tends to sneak up on you, and we noticed. So we're not about to let you get caught without a plan. One week you're managing the usual. Next, you're fielding questions about what the kids are doing Sunday morning and whether anything happening is actually worth the parking. We've done the research. Here's what's worth putting on the calendar, from adaptive hunts and family buffets to adult-only events and a live music debut you probably won't see coming.
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Family-Friendly Egg Hunts and Activities
Easter with kids requires a plan. The events below cover a wide range of ages, formats, and locations across Austin and the surrounding Hill Country, so whether you're working around nap schedules, a teenager who's too cool for egg hunts, or a child who needs a more intentional environment, there's something here worth your Saturday.
Adaptive and Inclusive Egg Hunt
A family-centered event designed for children with varying abilities and disabilities. Hunts are divided by age and location within the park, which keeps things manageable for every family.
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Date: Saturday, March 28 | 10am–12pm
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Location: Play for All Park (Round Rock) — Ages 0–12 use the Playscape and Village & Track areas; Ages 13+ are at the Retreat Pod
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Registration: Required and spaces are limited - register here
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Note: Wristbands can be picked up March 26–28. All hunts share the same start time.
FUMC Austin Egg Fest
Egg hunts for infants through preschoolers, egg races for elementary-aged kids, face painting, games, candy, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
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Date: Saturday, March 28 | 10:30am–12pm
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Location: Texas State Capitol Grounds, Southwest Lawn
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Note: Donations of period products (pads) for AISD schools are welcome and encouraged at the event.
Spring Fling
Games, prizes, vendors, and community. Hosted across five Austin recreation centers simultaneously, so it's accessible no matter which part of the city you're in.
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Date: Saturday, March 28 | 10:30am–12:30pm
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Locations: Dittmar Recreation Center | George Morales Dove Springs | Gus Garcia Recreation Center | Montopolis Recreation and Community Center | Turner-Roberts Recreation Center
Easter Egg Hunt x Bell Springs
Two separate egg hunt sessions at a winery and brewery in the Hill Country, which means adults won't be standing around counting the minutes. Expect a mac and cheese bar, face painting, live music, and additional food and drinks available for purchase.
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Date: Sunday, March 29 | 12:30–3:30pm
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Location: Bell Springs Winery & Brewery
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Note: Check the link for the specific hunt schedule and vendor lineup.
Blueeey & The Easter Bunny's Egg Hunt + Mini Photoshoot
Open play in Tiny Town, treats, a coffee and tea bar, and an egg hunt with the Easter Bunny and Blueeey. There's a separate hunt for children 2 and under.
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Date: Sunday, March 29 | 10am–12pm
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Location: Dripping Springs Ranch Park
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Tickets: Pikopye's Town Events
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Note: A second (unrelated to Easter) event is available on April 3. Check the link for details.
Pinballz Easter Egg Hunt
Standard ticket includes hunt entry, a $10 game card, crafts and activities, and the golden egg challenge. Upgrade for 500 bonus tickets and an Easter Bunny meet and greet.
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Date: Thursday, April 3 | 11am–1pm
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Location: All Pinballz locations
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Tickets: Pinballz – Easter Egg Hunt 2026
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Note: Double-check that you're purchasing tickets for the correct venue. Easter Bunny meet and greet tickets are $25 each.
4th Annual Eggstravaganza
Now in its 4th year, this one runs all day with activities, shopping booths, food, drinks, and two helicopter egg drops, one at noon and one at 3pm. The main event is inside the facility; the egg drops happen in the lower field. Your ticket covers one drop time slot, but you're welcome to arrive early and stay after.
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Date: Saturday, April 4 | 10am–4pm
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Location: Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center
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Tickets: 4th Annual Eggstravaganza
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Note: Purchase tickets for the specific egg drop time you want. All guests require a ticket. Call them directly with any questions about the format.
Create in the Park: Easter Edition by Rhea Rose
Every first Sunday, local professional artists open a community space for creativity and movement. Paint, vision boards, bracelets, dancing, and face painting. The whole family is welcome.
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Date: Sunday, April 5 | 1pm
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Location: Higher Vibes Studios
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Note: Email createintheparkatx@gmail.com with questions.
Bunny Photo Time at Barton Creek Square
Walk-up bunny photos through April 4. No reservation needed, though multiple families are scheduled in the same 15-minute window so plan accordingly.
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Ends: Saturday, April 4 | 11am–7pm
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Location: Barton Creek Square Mall | JC Penney Court 2, near the Play Area
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Info: Where Is Bunny?
Easter Eggstravaganza Buffet & Egg Hunt
An all-you-can-eat spread at Kalahari Resort, with chef-carved meats, breakfast favorites, and photo ops. The egg hunt is on the Event Barn Lawn and is available for buffet and resort guests.
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Date: Sunday, April 5 | 10am–2pm
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Location: Kalahari Resorts in Round Rock | Kilimanjaro Ballroom & Event Barn Lawn
Adult-Friendly Events
Easter doesn't have to mean standing in a field watching someone else's kids find eggs. Austin has enough going on this weekend that you can celebrate on your own terms — whether that's a proper brunch, a beer release, or a ska band making their debut on Easter Sunday afternoon.
Adult 18+ Easter Egg Hunt at Sweet Eats
The hunt starts after dark, with prizes and a full menu and bar on site. Running both March 28 and April 4 if one weekend doesn't work.
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Dates: Saturday, March 28 & Saturday, April 4 | 7:30pm (Hunt begins at 8:40pm)
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Location: Sweet Eats Adventure Farm
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Note: GA ticket includes farm access during operating hours. You'll need a stamp for re-entry. The farm is open through April 5.
Easter Brunch in the Hill Country
Brunch with award-winning views at the Omni Barton Creek. Bloody Mary and Mimosa bars are customizable, and the Hill Country backdrop does the heavy lifting.
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Date: Sunday, April 5 | 11am–5pm
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Location: Omni Barton Creek | Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar
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Info: Omni Barton Creek
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Note: Reservations required.
No Bad Eggs at Old Gregg's Place
A special beer release, food, an egg hunt, and an Easter Bunny appearance. A portion of ticket sales supports mental health initiatives, and they're hosting a pottery workshop on April 9 if you want to extend the weekend.
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Date: Sunday, April 5 | 11am–2pm
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Location: Old Gregg's Place
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Info: Old Gregg Brewing Co.
The Auskanites w/ The Higher Ups — Easter Sunday Debut Showcase
Ska, reggae, and dub with a horn section at Sahara Lounge. The Auskanites are rooted in classic Jamaican and British ska — this is their debut show, and it lands on Easter Sunday afternoon. The Higher Ups open.
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Date: Sunday, April 5 | 4–7pm
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Location: Sahara Lounge
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Note: Dress up, come as you are, wear your dancing shoes. Roughly three hours.
Discover the Beauty of Face Yoga with Kathrin
If you're celebrating Easter a week late or just want to experience something restorative, this one-hour class covers facial awareness, tension release, natural lifting and circulation, and a daily Face Yoga routine you can actually keep up.
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Date: Sunday, April 12 | 1–2pm
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Location: Anahata Yoga Sanctuary
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Info: Booking – Anahata Yoga
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Note: No experience is required! Limited spots available and a pre-event questionnaire is required, check the link on the booking page.
Staying Home? Here Are Some Ways to Make It Extra Special
Not every Easter needs a ticketed event! If you're keeping it at home this yea, backyard, living room, wherever - turns out the egg hunt rules are more flexible than we knew. 😉 Here are some fun ways to put a spin on the traditional Easter egg hunts:
For the Adults
The concept is the same, but the contents are better.
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Swap out the candy. Lottery tickets, cash, and gift cards are easy wins. Who doesn't like money?! Mini liquor bottles, jello shots, and boozy or infused candy make the hunt feel like a party. If your group is into self-care, makeup samples, skincare minis, and chapstick are great ideas! For something more thoughtful, write out your motivational quotes or affirmations.
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Change it up! Make it a competitive egg hunt, split into teams and keep score. Try a nighttime hunt with flashlights if the weather cooperates. Add a golden egg with an extra special prize inside . Throw in some raffle tickets and have a prize at the end.
For the Family
The classics are good...but let's make it better.
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Let the kids call the shots. Have the adults hide the eggs first, then flip it and let the kids hide them for the adults. They take this responsibility very seriously, and watching grown adults genuinely struggle to find eggs in places a seven-year-old chose is its own kind of entertainment. You're welcome, Grandma and Grandpa.
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Family Feud! Divide into family teams, assign point values to different colored eggs, or set a time limit. A golden egg with an extra special prize: extra screen time, choice of dinner, a small cash reward, a "yes day".
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Try cascarones. If you haven't done confetti eggs before, you've been missing out. They're a Texas staple rooted in Mexican tradition, easy to find at H-E-B and local party shops before Easter, and kids love the mess. Traditionally, cracking one over someone's head is actually considered good luck. You can also make them at home, which is half the fun! Poke a small hole in the top of a raw egg, drain it, rinse and dry the shell, fill it with confetti, and seal it with a small square of tissue paper and a little glue. Texas Highways has a great walkthrough if you want the full how-to. Fair warning: you will be finding confetti for days.
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Mix up contents by age. Younger kids probably don't really care. Candy and a small toy and they're thrilled! Older kids are a harder sell, but usually a gift card, a few dollars cash, or the power to pick Friday night's dinner goes a long way. The goal is keeping it worth their time long past the age where plastic eggs stopped being inherently exciting.
A good Easter weekend doesn't require a packed itinerary. There's plenty on this list worth doing, and plenty of reasons to just stay home. Either way, we'd rather you not spend Sunday night catching up on laundry.
If the Easter weekend list has you thinking about the season ahead, we've got a few more reads worth your time. Spring Cleaning & The Things You Don't Think About covers the stuff that usually gets skipped. The Difference Between a Clean Home and a Calm One is worth a read if you've ever cleaned the whole house and still felt behind. And if you're in a season of building more support around you, A CEO Mom's Guide to Building Your Village is a good place to start.
Queen of To Do is not affiliated with any of the businesses or events listed in this article. Details are subject to change. We recommend that you check each event's link for the most up-to-date information.
