Ways to Celebrate Easter 2023 in Bucks (and Nearby)

This year, Easter falls on April 9, making it roughly in the middle of when Easter can occur. (Next year, it’ll be in March!) Hopefully we’ll get some nice weather to enjoy outdoor festivities. Here’s a list of some local events in the Bucks County area (and a few beyond that!), places to go for Easter Bunny pics, links to recipes, plus some fun ideas to do at home.

NOTE: I’ll try to update this post as I see more, so you’ll want to save this page and check back as it gets closer to Easter!

Easter Bunny Pictures

There are a bunch of events where you can get a picture with the Easter Bunny, but if you’re looking for just the pictures without any of the extras, check out these spots.

Neshaminy Mall

When: Daily March 17 through April 8, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday
Where: 707 Neshaminy Mall, Bensalem

You can make a reservation at THIS site. You can also just walk up, but reservations are encouraged. There are also select nights from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. where you can bring your pets. Photo packages start at $39.99.

Oxford Valley Mall

When: Daily March 17 through April 8, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday
Where: 2300 E. Lincoln Highway, Langhorne

You can make a reservation at THIS site. You can also just walk up, but reservations are encouraged. Photo packages start at $39.99.

Fairless Hills Garden Center

When: Daily, March 24 through Easter Day. Schedule varies, see below.
Where: 620 Lincoln Highway, Fairless Hills

Fairless Hills Garden Center is a favorite for Santa pictures, but they also have a really cute Easter Bunny setup! No appointment needed. Special hours available for pets, children with special needs, and you can even get a dual photo with the Easter Bunny AND Santa Scott on March 26! Photo packages start at $29.99 and are printed right there.

Easter Bunny Photos at Feeney’s

When: April 1, April 2 and April 8 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Easter Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 1134 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville

I was thrilled to see on the Feeney’s website that the Easter Bunny will be back this year for this first time in years! Details weren’t given, but DIY photos are usually free with an optional donation to a local cause.

Pet-Friendly Easter Bunny Photos at Concord Pet Food & Supplies

When: Saturday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 4275 County Line Road, Chalfont

Kids and pets welcome! All proceeds benefit rescue dogs and cats.

Easter Bunny Photos at Discover Doylestown

When: Saturday, April 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 63 E. State Street, Doylestown

Take your own photos with the Easter Bunny on the front porch of the Discover Doylestown office. (In the event of rain, it will be moved inside.) After you take photos, your child will receive a small Easter treat.

Easter Bunny at Once Upon a Child

When: Saturdays, April 1 and April 8 from noon to 3 p.m.
Where: 2124 County Line Road, Huntingdon Valley

Stop by for free take your own pictures! (And you can shop, too.)

Local Events

PEEPS in the Village

When: March 13 through April 23
Where: Peddler’s Village, Lahaska

Take a look at more than 90 colorful creations made with Peeps! Admission is free. Displays are housed in the Visitor & Event Center. (The big red barn located off Street Road.)

Easter Bunny Mini Photo Shoot & Open Play at We Rock the Spectrum

When: Sunday, March 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (you book a session during that time)
Where: 12357 Academy Road, Philadelphia

Book a private 15-minute photo session with the Easter Bunny! Photo session includes digital download and digital Easter card. You also receive 1-hour open play! This special is $100 per family. Call 215-904-6280 to reserve a spot/time.

New Britain Township Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Pictures with the Easter Bunny

When: Saturday, March 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: North Branch Park, 207 Park Avenue, Chalfont

The New Britain Township Parks & Rec Advisory Board presents their Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Pictures with the Easter Bunny!
Park your car at North Branch Park and visit the Easter Bunny on Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The New Britain Food Pantry will be accepting your non-perishable or monetary donations. Rain Date: April 1, 2023.

Elmo’s Eggstravaganza at Sesame Place

When: Select dates March 25 – April 10
Where: 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne

Easter at Sesame Place is a really fun time to visit because it’s not as hot (and not usually as crowded) as during the summer. They have a cute scavenger hunt where kids can get a little prize at the end, Easter Dine events, an Easter Dance party, parades, and more.

If you’re already planning to visit Sesame Place, getting in a visit with the Easter Bunny is a great two-for-one in your Easter activity checklist. The setup is really cute! You walk through a few decorated hallways, where you can hunt for Easter eggs on the walls, and then you’re lead into a private room with a photographer and the Easter Bunny. You can purchase photos at the exit, but they also allow you to use your own phone/camera.

Egg Hunt Hayride at Johnson Farm

When: Daily, March 24 through April 8; Weekdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 3:30 pm. to 4:30 p.m.; Weekends and Good Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., every 15 minutes. Reservations are required for weekends.
Where: 133 Church Road, Medford

Take a wagon ride around the farm, listen to a story about Peter Rabbit, and then hunt for eggs! After hunting for eggs, children hand in the eggs and receive a goodie bag. You can then stop at the Farm Market for photos with Peter Rabbit and decorate Easter cookies. Weekday pricing is $10 per egg hunter, $5 for non-egg hunting rider. On weekends, it’s $12 and $6. Cookie kits are $9 for 2 cookies. You can also visit the Discovery Barnyard and Animal Farm for 1/2 price. Get more info and make a reservation HERE.

Washington Crossing Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, March 25 at 10 a.m.
Where: Washington Crossing Historic Park, Route 32 and Route 532

New Hope Railroad Easter Bunny Express

When: Saturday and Sunday, March 25 through April 8 at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m.
Where: 32 West Bridge Street, New Hope

Celebrate Easter on a 45-minute train ride complete with a visit from the Easter Bunny! Ticket prices vary depending on the type of ticket, but the most basic fare is $43.

Bristol Township Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, March 25 at noon
Where: Municipal Park Amphitheatre, 2501 Bath Road, Bristol

Children will split into three different groups ages 2 to 4, 5 to 7, and 8 to 10.

Black River & Western Railroad Easter Bunny Express

When: March 25, 26; April 1, 2, 8 with departures at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m.
Where: Departs from the Flemington station, 80 Stangl Road, Fleminton

Take a round-trip train ride from Flemington to Ringoes and return. At Ringoes, everyone can get off at the picnic grove for an egg hunt. (Weather permitting. If it’s raining, they’ll hand out eggs on the train.) Children will collect 5 eggs each. Please bring your own container. And Peter Cottontail will be aboard for the train for photos. Tickets start at $18.99 for children ages 3-11. (Under 3 are free when riding on an adult’s lap.) Adult coach tickets are $20.99.

My Gym Yardley EGGstravaganza

When: Friday, March 31 from 4:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: 743 Stony Hill Road, Yardley

My Gym Yardley is hosting its annual Egg Hunt with activities, games and treats. The Easter Bunny will also be there for fun and pictures. This is an indoor event. Tickets are $25 per child. Find out more and purchase tickets HERE.

Quakertown Borough Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 1 at 10 a.m. POSTPONED TO SUNDAY, APRIL 2 AT 3 PM DUE TO FORECAST
Where: Soccer Fields at 221 California Road, Quakertown

The Borough’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt is for residents and surrounding municipalities. This event is free to all children of all ages and their families. There will be giveaways for the 600 kids. The Easter Bunny will kick off the event at 10 a.m. Children race to retrieve eggs filled with candy, stickers, toys, coupons, and much more!

EGG HUNTS:
Special Needs Hunts: 3 PM to 4 PM (no set time)
0-3 year olds: 3:20 PM
4-6 year olds: 3:30 PM
7+ year olds: 3:40 PM

Falls Township Annual Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 1 starting at 10 a.m. (times vary depending on age – be prompt!) POSTPONED TO SUNDAY, APRIL 2 DUE TO FORECAST
Where: Quaker Penn Park, 300 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville (adjacent to Pennsbury Manor)

This is a free event! The Easter Bunny will be there for take your own pictures. There will also be balloon twisting by Scott Myers.

Ages 2-4: 10:05 – 10:05 a.m.
Ages 5-7: 10:20 – 10:20 a.m.
Ages 8-10: 10:35 – 10:35 a.m.
Ages 11-12: 10:50 – 10:50 a.m.

Chalfont Lions Club Annual Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 1 (Rain date April 8) from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Krupp Park, Chalfont

Annual egg hunt for candy-filled eggs. Kids will be divided into groups: 4 and under, 5 and 6, 7 and 8, and 9 and up.

Langhorne Borough Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to noon POSTPONED TO THE RAIN DATE OF APRIL 8
Where: Mayors Playground, Maple Avenue and 413

Ages 2 – 10. Free egg hunt with egg, prizes and fun!

Shady Brook Farm Easter Egg Scramble

When: April 1, 2, 6, 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last wagon is at 3:30 p.m.) APRIL 1 is cancelled because of rain!
Where: 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley

Take a wagon ride to the “Hunting Grounds” where kids will find 6 candy-filled eggs. Then return to Festival Field to meet the Easter Bunny, get a prize and enjoy activities such as giant jumping pillows, pedal go-carts, sports zone, obstacle course, playground and more! Tickets are $15 for children and $10 for adults if purchased online. (More expensive at the gate.) Get tickets HERE. There are food vendors on Festival Field during the event. There’s also a breakfast option available. See below.

Merrymead Farm’s Easter Bunny Express

When: Saturday and Sunday, April 1 and 2, Friday and Saturday, April 7 and 8
Where: 2222 S. Valley Forge Road, Lansdale

The Bunny Express departs every 15 minutes, taking families on a short train ride around the farm. The train drops off your group for a visit with the Easter Bunny and receive a candy treat. (Bring your own camera!) Tickets must be purchased online in advance, and everyone over the age of 12 months needs a ticket. (You cannot visit with the Easter Bunny without a ticket/riding the train.) Tickets are $10 and can be purchased HERE.

Froehlich’s Farm & Garden Center Spring Festival and Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 1 and Sunday, April 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. DUE TO FORECAST, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED FOR SATURDAY! SATURDAY TICKETS CAN BE USED ON SUNDAY!
Where: 3143 York Road, Furlong

General admission is $10 and includes admission into the festival area to enjoy live music and firepits. (This option is great for parents, grandparents and older children not interested in activities.) For the little ones, you’ll want to purchase the $15 Activity Pass. This ticket includes admission into festival, egg hunt, visit with the Easter Bunny, kids craft, air gun shootout game, monster slide, inflatables and petting zoo. Children under 2 are free. Pony rides and glitter body art are an additional cost. BYO Easter basket for the egg hunt. Purchase tickets HERE. Egg Hunt times vary according to age.

Hulmeville Borough Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 1 from noon to 2 p.m. POSTPONED TO SUNDAY, APRIL 2 AT NOON
Where: Hulmeville Borough Field, 321 Main Street, Hulmeville

This is a free community event for children 12 and under. The Easter Bunny will arrive at noon. For more information, read out to the Borough Police Department at 215-757-1700.

Warwick Township Funny Bunny Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 1 at 1 p.m. POSTPONED TO SUNDAY, APRIL 2 DUE TO FORECAST
Where: Warwick Township Community Park, 1733 Township Green, Jamison

Free egg hunt and take your own photos with the Easter Bunny! BYO camera and basket.

Easter Egg Hunt at The Shops at Valley Square

When: Saturday, April 1 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. TIME CHANGE! NOW 2 PM TO 5 PM DUE TO FORECAST
Where: 1501 Main Street, Warrington

There will be an Easter egg hunt for all ages, plus food trucks, music and family activities such as face painting, glitter tattoos, balloon animals and more. Take your own photos with the Easter Bunny!

Romp n’ Roll Egg-Stravaganza

When: Sunday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Times are broken down for various ages, so be sure to check that out on the website.)
Where: 2856 W. Moreland Road, Willow Grove

This event is for children ages 6 months to 5 years. (Older siblings cannot attend.) Kids can explore the gym and gather eggs filled with non-food items. Admission includes the egg hunt, playtime in the gym, a 3×5 print and a digital image of your professional picture with the Easter Bunny. Tickets are $45 for Members, $55 for Non Members. Purchase tickets and get more details HERE.

Funzilla Easter Party

When: Sunday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to noon
Where: 500 Lincoln Highway, Fairless Hills

Includes access to Funzilla, games, crafts, snack, face painting, and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Must purchase tickets in advance. Tickets are $35 for children, $10 for accompanying adult.

Bristol Elks Easter Egg Hunt

When: Sunday, April 2 starting at 12 p.m.
Where: Bristol Wharf

Free event open to the community! Will be divided by age group. Then there’s lunch with the Easter Bunny back at the Elk Lodge afterwards.

First UM Church Easter Egg-stravaganza

When: Sunday, April 2 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 840 Trenton Road, Fairless Hills

Snacks, egg hunt, activities, and take-your-own pictures with the Easter Bunny! BYO basket and camera.

Spring Craft Fair Fundraiser for Pack 139

When: Sunday, April 2 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Warminster VFW, 645 Louis Drive, Warminster

Shop local crafters, concession stand and Easter Bunny photos at 2 p.m.

Lower Makefield Township Egg-Stravaganza

When: Tuesday, April 4 – Thursday, April 6
Where: 6 Parks

Lower Makefield Township invites you to visit 6 parks and find thousands of eggs of a three-day period. Parks Staff and volunteers will be hiding them a couple times daily. There will be big and small prizes out there so happy hunting. Please make sure to keep your eggs and prizes.

Warminster Parks & Rec Annual Egg Scramble

When: Thursday, April 6 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Warminster Community Park, Hallowell Pavilion

Eggs will be scattered outside around Warminster Community Park for age groups 3-4 years old, 5-7 years and 8-10 years old. Only children are permitted in the scramble area. Bring a bag to collect eggs. Eggs will either have candy or paper prizes. Take your paper prize to redeem at the Hallowell pavilion. This event is free, but you need to register HERE.

Strasburg Railroad Easter Bunny Train Coach

When: Easter Weekend Only, Friday through Sunday with rides starting at 11 a.m.
Where: 301 Gap Road, Strasburg

Ride through beautiful farmland with the Easter Bunny as your conductor! Tickets start at $20 for children riding coach. You can also purchase tickets for premium cars and dining cars with lunch.

Core Creek Park Easter Egg Hunt & Obstacle Course

When: Friday, April 7 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: 1610 Woodbourne Road, Langhorne

This event includes a 1/4 mile run with an obstacle course and egg hunt. The egg hunt is divided across three different fields based on age. Tickets are $14 per person. A large portion of proceeds go to Relay for Life. Get more details and register HERE.

Easter Egg Hunt and Bake Sale at Redemption Episcopal Church

When: Saturday, April 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: 1101 2nd Street Pike, Southampton

Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Bake Sale with hunts at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Special appearance by the Easter Bunny. $5 per child (pay at the event.)

Bunny Trail Spring Festival at Terhune Orchards

When: Saturday and Sunday, April 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton

Follow hand-drawn clues around the farm in a self-guided treasure hunt. At the end of the hunt, kids can choose to do bunny-themed crafts and meet Terhune’s real bunny rabbit named Ginger! There will also be other kid activities, live music, the Winery will be open, and lots of other goodies and food for sale. Tickets are $10.

Hatboro Community Church Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 8 at 10 a.m.
Where: 730 Preston Lane, Hatboro

A free Easter egg hunt for children of all ages!

Barn Nature Center Annual Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 8 from 10 a.m. to noon
Where: 1283 Almshouse Road, Doylestown

This event will have a bunny photo booth, an egg decorating contest, a visit with many of the egg laying animals, and an egg hunt! The event or rain or shine. Tickets are $15 for children, $10 for adults. Purchase tickets HERE.

Redemption Episcopal Church Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday, April 8 from 10 a.m. to noon
Where: 1101 2nd Street Pike, Southampton

There will be two hunts – 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. with each group broken into age groups. Tickets are $5 per child. The Easter Bunny will also be there for free take-your-own photos. Call 215-357-7530 to purchase tickets. (Or you can buy that day.)

Easter Celebration at Playpad

When: Thursday, April 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 860 Town Center Drive, Langhorne

Enjoy 2-hour open play at Playpad, plus an Easter craft, bunny hop game and egg replay, visit and photos with the Easter Bunny! Pizza and juice/water included. This event is $35 per child ($30 for sibling), $5 for adults, and reservations are required.

If you’re not familiar with Playpad, read my post HERE.

Old-Fashioned Easter Egg Hunt at Peddler’s Village

When: Saturday, April 8 at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Where: Route 202 and 263, Lahaska

Hop over to the Visitor & Event Center field for an egg hunt. This is a timed and ticketed event with limited capacity for each session. Tickets are $12 and include an Easter basket, 6 candy-filled eggs, a prize during the hunt, a chance to win the Grand Prize and an appearance from the Easter Bunny. There are separate areas for ages 1-3, 4-7 and 8-10. Purchase tickets HERE.

Playwicki Farm Easter Food Truck Festival

When: Saturday, April 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 2350 Bridgetown Pike, Feasterville

This Easter version of Playwicki’s popular food truck festivals will include an egg hunt, FREE take-your-own photos with the Easter Bunny, face painting, pony rides, balloon art, vendors, a beer/cocktail garden, DJ and more. Bluey will be there for photos, too! Find the Easter Bunny and Bluey by the farmhouse from 11 to 1 and 2 to 4.

Easter Hayride and Egg Hunt at Solly Brothers Farm – This is a 2022 event. Waiting on 2023 details.

When: TBD
Where: 707 Almshouse Road, Warminster

Take a hayride around the farm, visit with Mr. and Mrs. Bunny and hunt for eggs! Hayrides will be every 30 minutes. BYO basket. This event is first come, first served.

Easter Meals

Easter Brunch at Elmwood Park Zoo

When: Weekends starting March 25 – Easter Sunday with sessions at 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m.,12:30 p.m. and 1:45 p.m.
Where: 1661 Harding Boulevard, Norristown

Annual Easter Brunch includes breakfast, Easter Egg Hunt and an animal presentation. Get your picture with the Easter Bunny and then explore the zoo. Tickets depend on size of table. Find out more and make a reservation HERE.

Bristol Township Breakfast with the Bunny

When: Saturday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to noon
Where: Bristol Township Senior Center, 2501 Bath Road, Bristol

Enjoy a family breakfast (pancakes, eggs, sausage, and juices) and take your own pictures with the Easter Bunny. There will also be crafts (for a nominal fee) and an egg hunt at the park immediately following breakfast. This event is $6 for adults and $4 for children 10 and under. Children 2 years and younger are free.

Lunch with the Easter Bunny at Uno Locations

When: Saturday, March 25, Sunday, March 26 and Saturday, April 1 with seatings at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Where: All locations (I know there’s one by Neshaminy Mall)

Kids make your own pizza (or any other kid’s meal), Easter egg decorating, kid’s sundae bar and pictures with the Easter Bunny, all for $12.99 per child. Reservations required.

Breakfast with The Bunny at Shady Brook Farm

When: April 1, 2, 7, and 8 at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Where: 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley

Enjoy breakfast with the Easter Bunny and then head to Festival Field for the Easter Egg Scramble and more fun! This event takes place in the large heated barn with communal seating. Tickets are $30 per person. Make reservations HERE.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Langhorne American Legion

When: Sunday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to noon
Where: 115 West Richardson Avenue, Langhorne

Eggs, pancakes, sausage, bacon, coffee, tea and juice. $8 for adults, $4 for children, 4 and under are free. BYO camera for photos with the Easter Bunny.

Breakfast with the Bunny at Perkasie Fire Company – THIS IS A 2022 event. Waiting on 2023 details.

When: TBD
Where: 100 N. 5th Street, Perkasie

All you can eat breakfast buffet and visit with the Easter Bunny! Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids 4-12 and children under 4 are free.

Cock ‘n Bull at Peddler’s Village

When: Easter Sunday, April 9 from 9:30 a.m. to5 p.m.
Where: Routes 202 and 263, Lahaska

The Cock ‘n Bull serves a brunch buffet. It’s $54.95 for adults and $19.95 for children ages 6 through 9. Ages 5 and under are free. Reservations are required. View the menu and make a reservation HERE.

The Buck Hotel

When: Easter Sunday, April 9
Where: 1200 Buck Road, Feasterville

The Buck Hotel is offering Brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Dinner from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Reservations are required. Limited sit down menu available.

Green Parrot’s Easter Brunch Buffet

When: Easter Sunday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (full dinner menu is available until 6 p.m.)
Where: 240 N. Sycamore Street, Newtown

Brunch buffet is $31.95 for adults, $14.95 for kids 12 and under. View the menu HERE. Make a reservation 215-504-7277. Seating time slots are 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m.

The Washington House Hotel and Restaurant

When: Easter Sunday, April 9
Where: 136 N. Main Street, Sellersville

The Washington House is serving a 3-course brunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Get the menus HERE.

Things to Do At Home/On Your Own

Homemade Easter Treats

Here are some links to recipes I’ve posted:

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Oreo Dirt Cups with Chocolate Covered Strawberry Carrots

Peanut Butter Chocolate Eggs

Golden Oreo Easter Egg Truffles

Carrot Cake Cookies

Funny Bunny Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

Bunny Picnic in the Park

There was a lot about Easter 2020 that was sad and weird. BUT, on one beautiful day leading up to the holiday, I decided to get the kids dressed up, grab a bunch of bunny stuffed animals, pack some food and head to the park. While it was a tradition that came out of desperation, it’s one that I’ll keep doing while they let me! They think it’s fun to eat picnic style, and I never usually let them bring stuffed animals to the park, so it feels special to them. And I’m able to get cute pictures, so it’s a win for all of us!

TIP: If the weather doesn’t cooperate, you could always do this idea at home in your family room! You could also do a bunny tea party. Or, turn it into a movie afternoon by gathering stuffies, making popcorn (bonus if you add Easter-colored M&Ms), and watching a movie like HOP.

Easter Chalkart

Spring is the perfect time for chalkart because it’s warm enough to play outside, but the driveway and sidewalk aren’t too hot to sit on it!

Tip: Draw some bunny ears for cute photo ops!

Easter Crafts

I love crafts, so I’m so happy that Henry and Charlotte like them too. We’re always coloring and drawing, but one of my favorite things to do is have them create paintings to decorate our walls or mantle. Value packs of 8 x 10 stretch canvases are perfect for this.

I’m looking forward to seeing how their paintings change as they get older, but for now, “reverse stencil” style painting are my go-to. I find a simple image online (or freehand it), print it out on thick paper, cut it out, and then tape it to the canvas. Then I have the kids pick the colors they want to use, put dollops on paper plates for each of them, and let them go at it. The only guidance I really give is making sure they go around the edges of the paper shape so that you’ll be able to tell what it is when we remove it. Henry was really proud of the eggs he painting around his bunny this time! After they finish painting, I remove the paper shape, and that’s it! Well, last year we also glued a cotton ball on the bunny’s butt for the finishing touch!

Tips/products I love:

I typically buy canvas packs when I’m at Michael’s, but I also found them on Amazon if you want to just have them shipped to you. Click HERE. These are great for play dates and birthday parties, too.

Whenever we paint (or do anything messy) I throw down a plastic tablecloth from a previous birthday party. It’s SO easy to just use a wipe on it when we’re finished and then just fold it back up and put it back in the drawer with our paints. I used to use newspaper but 1) We don’t get a newspaper anymore. and 2) This is easier!

Get smocks or aprons! Even though most of the supplies I buy are marked washable, I don’t like to take chances. You can buy apron-style smocks at Dollar Tree in a variety of colors. Or is you want even more protection, we like THESE with sleeves.

As for paint, the Crayola washable is our favorite. Especially the glitter ones!

Whenever I see new holiday-themed crafts go out at Dollar Tree, I make sure I snag a few that the kids would like. They tend to go quickly, so don’t wait! These are great for a rainy day!

Dying Easter Eggs

We’ve dyed eggs the traditional way, but my kids have also had fun decorating fake eggs, too! None of us like hard boiled eggs, and it means the kids can play with them and keep them for years to come. I got THIS PAAS Kit a few years ago from Target, but I’ve only seen it on Amazon so far this year. What’s cute about the PAAS Kit is that the eggs actually open, so it’s easier for small children to do different color on each half, and you can put little treats inside them. Plus, there were a few eggs that looked like chicks or bunnies, which Henry and Charlotte loved.

The plastic egg kit came with 3 dye tablets to use with vinegar and water like traditional egg dying kits. We used these for half of the eggs, and then we tried the shaving cream method with the rest. We filled a small baking dish (they each wanted their own) with shaving cream and a bit of food coloring (we used washable paint last time when we were using paper). Then swirled it around with a skewer. Then we placed the eggs in the shaving cream mixture and rolled them around, before putting them on paper towels. We waited about 5 minutes before wiping off the excess shaving cream so that the dye would have time to set. The kids loved the shaving cream because it was more hands-on then just dropping an egg in a cup. But next time, I’d control the colors in the shaving cream more. Charlotte got REALLY into mixing it up, so the colors got pretty muddled. But they had fun! And now we can save these eggs instead of just throwing them out in a few days.

Last year, I snagged a GREAT deal on those spinning egg decorators where the kids use markers to make designs while the egg spins. You can use fake or real eggs with this one. I was able to get THIS combo for about $20 with shipping and it included two of them. The price isn’t as low now, but it’ll still pretty good. If you just want one, HERE‘s a good one.

Easter Books

You know I can’t have a holiday post without giving some book suggestions! Here are links to a few of our favorite plus some I have my eye on for this year.