10 Fun Easter Family Activities to Make the Holiday Extra Special

10 Fun Easter Family Activities to Make the Holiday Extra Special

Easter is the perfect time to gather with loved ones, enjoy sweet treats, and create cherished family memories. Whether you're looking for fun Easter traditions or new Easter family activities, this list has something for everyone. Plus, I’m sharing a FREE Easter Coloring Pages Printable to keep the kids entertained—scroll down to grab yours! 

1. Host an Easter Egg Hunt

An Easter egg hunt is a must-do tradition that kids (and adults!) love. Whether you're hosting a small backyard hunt or a larger community event, here are a few ways to make it extra fun:

  • Golden Egg Challenge – Hide a special golden egg with a prize inside!
  • Color-Coded Hunt – Assign different egg colors to different age groups for fairness.
  • Glow-in-the-Dark Hunt – Use glow-in-the-dark eggs for an exciting nighttime Easter hunt!

Pro tip: Instead of just candy, fill eggs with stickers, small toys, or even handwritten coupons for fun activities like “Extra bedtime story” or “Pick the family movie.”

2. Easter Coloring Fun (Free Printable!)

Need an easy, mess-free activity for kids? Set up a coloring station with crayons, markers, and my FREE Easter Coloring Pages Printable! These cute pages will keep little ones entertained while adults prepare Easter brunch.

👉 Download your free Easter coloring pages here!

Consider pairing coloring time with a fun Easter playlist or a cozy storytime session for a relaxing family moment.

3. DIY Easter Bunny Footprints

Want to make Easter morning extra magical? Create bunny footprints leading from the front door to the Easter baskets!

How to Make Bunny Footprints:

  1. Cut a bunny paw print stencil from cardboard or use a cricut, if you have one!
  2. Sprinkle flour, cornstarch, or baby powder over the stencil.
  3. Gently lift the stencil to reveal paw prints!

Watch your kids' eyes light up when they see that the Easter Bunny has been here!

4. Bake & Decorate Easter Treats

Baking is a great way to spend quality time together while making delicious Easter-themed desserts.

Fun Easter Treat Ideas:

  • Bunny Cupcakes – Use marshmallows for bunny ears!
  • Bird’s Nest Cookies – Form chocolate-covered pretzels into nests and add candy eggs.
  • Easter Sugar Cookies – Let kids decorate bunny, egg, and chick-shaped cookies with pastel icing.

Make it extra fun by hosting a decorating contest—winner gets an extra Easter treat!

5. Plant Spring Flowers or Start a Mini Garden

Easter is a time of new beginnings, making it the perfect opportunity to plant something beautiful together.

Easy Plants for Kids to Grow:

  • Sunflowers (quick-growing and fun to watch!)
  • Herbs (like basil or mint—great for cooking!)
  • Wildflowers (attracts butterflies and bees!)

Give kids their own tiny pots to decorate, making gardening even more exciting!

6. Make Easter Crafts Together

DIY crafts are a fun and creative way to get into the Easter spirit!

Easy Easter Craft Ideas:

  • Pom-Pom Bunnies – Glue cotton balls or pom-poms to make a fluffy bunny.
  • Handprint Chick Art – Dip little hands in yellow paint to create chick-shaped prints.
  • Egg Carton Flowers – Repurpose egg cartons into cute painted flowers!

Set up a craft station with supplies so kids can make their own masterpieces while waiting for Easter dinner.

7. Play Easter-Themed Games

Games are a great way to keep kids entertained while adding a little friendly competition!

Fun Easter Games:

  • Bunny Hop Relay Race – Race while hopping like a bunny!
  • Egg Spoon Race – Balance an egg on a spoon and race to the finish line. (Hot Tip: Use a plastic Easter egg to avoid any unwanted messes!)
  • Pin the Tail on the Bunny – A fun Easter twist on "Pin the Tail on the Donkey."

Consider offering small prizes like stickers or extra Easter eggs for game winners!

8. Read Easter & Springtime Books

Snuggle up and read some Easter-themed books to set the mood for the holiday.

Great Easter Reads for Kids:

  • The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter
  • How to Catch the Easter Bunny by Adam Wallace
  • The Berenstain Bears and the Easter Story by Jan Berenstain

Pair storytime with a cup of hot cocoa or a cozy blanket fort for extra fun!

9. Create a DIY Easter Photo Booth

Capture adorable Easter memories with a DIY photo booth!

Photo Booth Ideas:

  • Hang a pastel-colored sheet or floral backdrop.
  • Provide bunny ears, egg props, or oversized sunglasses for silly poses.
  • Add a chalkboard sign for cute Easter captions.

Take turns snapping family selfies or let the kids become photographers for the day!

10. Make DIY Easter Baskets

Instead of buying pre-made Easter baskets, create personalized DIY baskets for a unique touch.

Basket Filler Ideas:

  • Your FREE Easter Coloring Pages Printable! 
  • Small toys (plush bunnies, stickers, bubbles)
  • A book or an Easter-themed activity pad
  • And, of course, a cute Easter T-Shirt for your afternoon egg hunt.

Let kids help decorate their own baskets with ribbons, name tags, or stickers!

Download Your Free Easter Coloring Pages!

Looking for a simple way to entertain the kids this Easter? Grab my FREE Easter Coloring Pages Printable and keep little hands busy with adorable Easter designs!

👉 Download here!

With these fun Easter family activities, your holiday will be filled with laughter, creativity, and memorable moments. Whether you’re baking, crafting, or hunting for eggs, Easter is all about celebrating together.

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