NJIB’s Guide to 45+ Egg-ceptional New Jersey Easter Events & Parades
Celebrate Easter in New Jersey with a variety of family-friendly events. Enjoy egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, train rides, and charming spring festivals. Our guide will help you find the best Easter events in 2025 to make the most of this joyous holiday.
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New Jersey Easter Events 2025:
Multiple Dates:
Egg Hunt Hayrides
March 28 – April 19
Families joining the Egg Hunt at the farm will enjoy a wagon ride around the fields and orchards, observing the arrival of spring. The ride will pause at the Egg Hunt location, where participants will hear a brief story about how all of Peter Rabbit’s eggs ended up in the field. After the story, Egg Hunters will explore the beautifully decorated egg hunt area, collecting eggs along the way—a perfect moment for photos! Afterward, they can trade in their eggs for a delightful goodie bag. To cap off the experience, participants can visit Peter Rabbit at the Farm Market.
Johnson’s Corner Farm, 133 Church Rd, Medford, NJ
Cost: $6 – $16
Easter EGGspress at DiDonato’s Family Fun Center
March 29 & 30, April 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 18 & 19
Head to DiDonato’s for Easter fun! Meet with the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, and more. Inflatable 40’ obstacle course! Enjoy endless play, climbing, imagination-building, and fun on their custom-made, interactive train.
1151 South White Horse Pike Hammonton, NJ
Cost: $15.95 per person; advance tickets are highly encouraged.
Heaven Hill EGGstravaganza
April 5, 6, 12, 13, 18 & 19, 10 am – 5 pm
Visit with Hopper the Bunny, search for Easter Eggs in an exciting Easter Egg Scavenger hunt, enjoy a hayride, visit Hippity Hop Village, see farm animals, enjoy pedal cars, touring cars, giant sling shot, giant straw pyramid, baseball speed throw, and so much more! For an additional fee: paint ball range, carnival rides, food concessions, kettle corn, homemade apple cider donuts, ice cream, bakery, and beautiful Easter flowers will all be available.
Heaven Hill Farm, 451 State Route 94, Vernon, NJ
Easter Bunny Express
April 5, 6, 12, 13, 18 & 19
Hop on board a round-trip train ride from Flemington, NJ, to Ringoes, NJ, for an egg hunt! Celebrate the arrival of Spring with Black River & Western Railroad! Easter Bunny Express is a fan favorite that you won’t want to miss. Complete with a visit from the Easter Bunny and an egg hunt at our Ringoes Station picnic grove, we guarantee that passengers will make cherished memories and experience the joy of Easter.
80 Stangl Rd, Flemington, NJ
Cost: $20
Easter Eggstravaganza at G&G Stables
April 5, 6, 12, 13, & 19
Celebrate Easter on the farm with a petting zoo, Easter egg hunt, hayrides, barrel rides, a petting farm, and games. Pony rides, face painting, and food are available for purchase.
G&G Stables, 49 Driftway Road, Howell, NJ
Cost: Adults $10; Children $15
Springtime & Family Festival and Brunch with the Easter Bunny
April 5 – 21
Enjoy unlimited fun and learning at Alstede Farm’s Easter & Springtime Festival, there is so much to see and do. Your admission ticket includes scenic hay wagon rides around the farm, visiting and feeding the adorable baby farm animals, participating in an Easter egg hunt, and photo opportunities on your visit with the Easter bunny. Have fun with a self-guided museum tour and journey through the evergreen adventure maze.
1 Alstede Farms Ln, Chester, NJ
Cost: $24.99+
Easter Bunny Express
April 12, 13, 18 & 19
Hop aboard the Woodstown Central for the Easter Bunny Express! Passengers can celebrate the holiday with friends and family on a springtime excursion. The beautifully decorated vintage train offers a relaxing ride through changing countryside. During the journey, the Easter Bunny will meet with every child aboard the train. The route takes you through the blossoming forests and fertile farmland of historic Salem County, ending at the Easter Bunny’s home at Fenwick Grove. There, passengers can disembark for an egg hunt, with 30 minutes to enjoy the scenic creekside views before returning home on the train. Don’t miss this enchanting springtime journey!
Woodstown Central Railroad, Woodstown, NJ
Cost: $48 for Adults, $38 for Children, and $5 for Toddlers. Other options available.
Easter Bunny Visit and Egg Hunt at Hacklebarney Farm
April 12, 13, 18 & 19
Take your own photos or use the professional photographer on site to take pictures with the Bunny. Dogs are welcome for photos, and don’t miss the Easter egg hunt and Easter crafts.
104 State Park Road, Chester Twp., NJ
10$ For pics with bunny…PER FAMILY, $10 Per Child for Egg Hunt
Easter in Historic Smithville
April 12, 13, 19 & 20
At Smithville, they go all out for Easter celebrations and would love for you to join! Throughout April, guests can enjoy breakfast with the Easter Bunny, participate in the Easter Parade, and follow the Village Greene Easter Bunny on Facebook to see his adventures. The Easter Parade, on April 20, promises excitement with awards for the best outfits. Don your Easter best and join the stylish stroll through the Village, starting at the Smithville Inn.
Historic Smithville Village, Smithville, NJ
Cost: Free
Easter Bunny Train Ride
April 12,13,19,20 11, 12:30, 2 pm and 3:30 pm
Ride the Easter Bunny Train Ride and visit with Mr. Bunny on the train. Your ride will wind along the scenic Delaware River leaving from the Historic District of Phillipsburg, New Jersey. The train will travel along the river to Carpentersville and our destination will be the site of the historic Lime Kilns. In front of the 150-year-old Lime kilns is a beautiful little glade filled with Easter eggs!
38 Market St, Phillipsburg NJ
Cost: $14 for child $20 for adult
Ort Farms Annual Easter Egg Hunt
April 12, 13, 18, 19, 26 & 27
Visit Ort Farms for their annual egg hunt, where kids can enjoy a donut and a bag of food for the farm animals. The hunt involves finding eight eggs, which can then be brought to the snack shack to redeem for a goody bag prize. The Easter Bunny will be at the farm during the Egg Hunt for meet and greets and photo opportunities.
25 Bartley Road, Long Valley, NJ
Cost: $15.95
The Week of March 28 – April 6:
Bubble & Bounce Bunny Welcome Party
March 29, 10:30 am – 1 pm
Get ready to celebrate spring and the arrival of the Easter Bunny with a day full of festive fun. Families can enjoy a variety of free activities, including a Gum Ball Bounce House, an enchanting bubble artistry and magic show, and a creative Easter Bunny and Chick Shaker craft activity. Face painting will add a touch of color and excitement, while sweet treats will be available to delight visitors of all ages. The event is free to attend, with the option to purchase photos with the Easter Bunny to capture the memories.
MarketFair, 3535 U.S. 1 Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free
The Annual Spring Red Bank Egg Hunt
March 30, 9 am
Don’t forget your cameras for a chance to meet the Easter Bunny in Red Bank! This egg hunt is a delightful experience for kids of every age, and the whole family is sure to have a great time. Be sure to come early to meet the Easter Bunny before the hunt begins.
Count Basie Park, 11 Henry Street, Red Bank, NJ
Hoboken Grace: Easter Egg Hunt
April 5, 8:30 am
The largest Easter Egg Hunt in Hudson County. Over 30,000 eggs in celebration of The Hoboken Grace annual Easter Egg Hunt bringing together communities in the spirit of celebration, family and fun. Registration Each slot has a maximum capacity and will be filled on first come basis. Children up to 9 years old are invited to participate.
409 14th St., Hoboken, NJ
Ocean Grove Easter Pet Parade
April 5, 11 am – 2 pm
Hippity Hoppity to Ocean Grove and bring your pet in their Easter best for this family fun day! All proceeds benefit Rescue Ridge Animal Rescue.
Fireman’s Park Main Avenue Ocean Grove, NJ
Newport Centre Easter Egg Hunt
April 5, 11 am
Don’t miss Newport Centre’s special Easter event, featuring an egg hunt, activities, prizes and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
Newport Centre Mall, 30 Mall Dr West, Jersey City, NJ
The Week of April 7 – April 13:
Skyline Egg Hunt
April 12, 10 am – 12 pm
Skyline loves to engage with the community, offering a free Easter Egg Hunt filled with games, face painting, bunny pictures, and more. The event features multiple time slots, starting at 10:00 am and ending at 11:40 am. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 10:00 am to enjoy all the festivities and to report to the EGG HUNT AREA 5 minutes before their chosen time slot. Free tickets are required for each attendee.
Pulaski Park, 24 Mount Vernon Avenue Bloomfield, NJ
Eggtastic Easter Celebration
April 12, 10 am – 12 pm
You will find crafts, vendors, games, and more at this year’s Easter Egg Hunt. Perfect for ages 12 and under, bring a basket or bag and be ready to hunt for eggs. The free event is located behind Lakeside Middle School.
2 Sharp Street, Millville, NJ
Easter at the Pier
April 12, 10 am – 3 pm
Celebrate Spring at Pier Village from on Festival Plaza. The day will feature shopping, children’s activities, DJ, games, balloon artist, inflatable rides, face painting, a special appearance from the Easter Bunny and more right on the jewel of the Jersey Shore.
Pier Village, Ocean Ave and Centennial Dr, Long Branch, NJ
Annual Easter Egg Hunt at The Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center
April 12, 10 am
Look out for the Easter Bunny, have breakfast with the kids, and take photos. Don’t forget your basket; there will also be an Easter Egg Hunt.
661 Jackson Road, Newtonville, NJ
Sonny the Bunny’s Colossal Carrot Adventure at iPlay America
April 12, 10 am – 12 pm
This free and fun event features a festive bunny trail you can hop along. Collect treat-filled eggs, pose for holiday-themed photos, and look out for amazing raffle prizes, including an iPlay America Mega Birthday Party giveaway. Plus, dine at the Bistro for free photos with Sonny the Bunny. Pre-registration is required by Thursday, April 10 and must be completed online.
iPlay America, 110 Schanck Road, Freehold, NJ
Belmar Easter Egg Hunt
April 12, 11 am
More than 3,500 eggs are waiting in the sand for young hunters to find. Groups are divided by age. Don’t miss an appearance by the Easter Bunny. Rain Date April 19
4th and 5th Aves and Ocean Ave, Belmar, NJ
Bradley Beach Easter Egg Hunt
April 12, 12 pm
Annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids aged toddler to 12 years old! Prizes for all ages!
Bradley Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Ave, Bradley Beach, NJ
Annual Kids Easter Egg Hunt
April 12, 12 pm
This annual Easter egg hunt includes prizes per age group. Then, on March 30, sign up for theAnnual Gibbstown Bunny Run 5K and 1 Mile Walk for a fun and fit start to spring.
1201 Memorial Ave., Gibbstown, NJ
Annual Eagle Egg Scramble
April 12, 12:30 pm
West Deptford residents ages 3-10 are welcome to join the annual Eagle Egg Scramble. Free candy, over 6000 eggs and over 600 prizes are available for all!
RiverWinds Athletic Fields; 1000 RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford, NJ
Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Battleview Orchards
April 12 1 pm
For children ages toddler through 10 years old. Door prizes will be given immediately after the hunt in the orchard. Complimenting the egg hunt will be an Easter coloring contest also for toddlers through 10 years old. Coloring sheets are available at the country store. Register at the country store between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. the day of the hunt.
Battleview Orchards, 91 Wemrock Rd, Freehold, NJ
Cost: Admission is free with a non-perishable food item donated to the local food bank or a monetary donation.
Dragon Village’s Easter Village
April 12 & 13
At the Shoppes at Dragon Village, you can take photos with the Easter Bunny on the deck chair. There will also be free train rides, merchants, vendors, and food trucks.
97 Trench Road, Bridgeton, NJ
Cost: $5 per car
Bergen County Zoo’s Eggstravaganza
April 12 & 13
This event features a walk around and collect eggs, treats, and prizes! You will need to choose an hourly time slot to arrive. Tickets must be purchased in advance – walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
Bergen County Zoological Park, 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ
Cost: Tickets will be $6 for everyone 2 and up.
Coombs Barnyard Egg & Veggie Hunt
April 12, 13 & 19
Attendees can enjoy a variety of activities at this event, including a hayride, a visit with the Barnyard Animals, an Egg & Veggie Hunt, and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny. Collected eggs will be empty but can be exchanged with the Easter Bunny for a delightful surprise. Additionally, barrel train rides and egg decorating stations will be available. The event typically takes about 1.5 hours to complete all activities.
Coombs Barnyard, 20 Route 77, Elmer, NJ
Cost: $20/child and $10/adult
Seashore Lines Easter Bunny Express
April 12, 13 & 19
For three days, the Easter Bunny will travel aboard a Seashore Lines special train, meeting with all passengers, young and old alike. It promises to be family-friendly fun for everyone. Every child on board will receive a special gift from the Easter Bunny, and live musicians will entertain all passengers. The Easter Bunny Express offers climate-controlled cabins and onboard restrooms for passenger comfort.
The Richland Village Train Station, 1272 Harding Highway, Richland, NJ
Cost: $25.95+
Annual Easter Bunny Express
April 12, 13 & 19
Celebrate the return of Spring with a fun-themed train ride through northern New Jersey! The Easter Bunny and helpers will be on board greeting everyone during the 45-minute round-trip ride along the historic Whippanong Trail. Your train ride departs from and returns to the Whippany Railway Museum site in Morris County, NJ. You’ll enjoy the comfort of heated passenger coaches as the Easter Bunny makes his way through to visit with you and your child.
Whippany Railway Museum, 1 Railroad Plaza, Whippany, NJ
Cost: $14 – $26
The Great Egg Hunt
April 12 & 19, 1 pm – 3 pm
The Great Egg Hunt 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 6th to 14th street along the boardwalk, stop by participating stores, until supplies lasts.
11th- 14th St Beach. Ocean City, NJ
Jenkinson’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt
April 13, 1 pm
Attendees are encouraged to leave their beach toys behind and bring only their hands for digging during the egg hunt. The event is open to children up to 10 years old, with different age groups designated to specific locations: 0-4 years will hunt on the beach in front of the Aquarium, 5-6 & 7-8 will search in front of Frank’s Fun Center, and 9-10-year-olds will participate in front of the Amusement Park. Additionally, there will be an Accessible/Special Needs Egg Hunt at Adventure Lookout Ropes Course, with no age limit. Each child is limited to finding 3 eggs.
Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Seaside Heights Easter Egg Hunt
April 13, 1 pm
The Seaside Heights Egg Hunt will feature their high tech Easter Eggs, and entering to win prizes. Every entrant will win at least one prize!
Beach & Boardwalk, Seaside Heights, NJ
Windsor Chapel’s Easter Egg Hunt
April 13, 3 pm
Children ages 2 – 9 are invited to enjoy an Easter Egg Hunt starting promptly at 3 PM on Sunday, April 13, at Windsor Chapel, 401 Village Road East (across from the Dutch Neck Elementary School), in Princeton Junction. There will be plenty of fun activities and special treats. Everything is free! Please bring a basket and join in the fun! The rain date is Saturday, April 19, at 3 PM. For additional information, visit www.windsorchapel.org.
401 Village Road East, Princeton Junction, NJ
Cost: Free
The Week of April 14 – 20:
Celebrate Easter at Storybook Land
April 17, 18, 19 & 21
Families are invited to join Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny for an Easter Egg Hunt at Storybook Land! The Egg Hunt and Easter Bunny meet & greet are included with each child’s admission. The event runs from 12:00 to 4:00, within the park’s operating hours of 11:00 to 5:00.
Storybook Land, 6415 Black Horse Pike (Routes 40 / 322) Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Cost: Cost of admission
Easter EGGStravaganZOO
April 18 – 25, 10 am – 2 pm
Easter Egg Hunt and all day festivities at your favorite Zoo! Visitors will have an opportunity to have their picture taken with the popular rabbit – so bring your camera. The annual event sponsored by the Cape May County Board of Commissioners includes educational displays, live entertainment, scavenger hunt, crafts and, most importantly, animals
Cape May County Park & Zoo 707 U.S. 9 Middle Township, NJ
Cost: Free
Easter Egg-stravaganza
April 18, 1 pm
Hop down the bunny trail and have fun at this year’s Easter Egg-stravanganza. The Great Egg Drop will also be happening at the Toy Market, and the Easter Bunny will also be available for photos.
Downtown Hammonton, NJ
Essex County Spring Forest Egg Hunt
April 19, 9:30 am – 12 pm
Celebrate spring with a reading of the “Little White Rabbit” and an egg hunt within the grounds of the Environmental Center. Children can bring their basket to collect eggs and earn surprises.
621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ
Cost: $15
Easter Celebration at Historic Allaire
April 19, 11 am – 4 pm
This Easter celebration in the historic park features a visit with live chicks, bunnies, animals, egg games, a village scavenger hunt, and of course the Easter Bunny.
The Historic Village at Allaire, 4263 Atlantic Ave,Wall Township, NJ
Cost: $10 per person, 2 & under free. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Easter in the Park
April 19, 11 am
A family friendly event with an Easter Egg Hunt. Meet and greet with the Easter Bunny. Local vendors will offer treats and other goods. A great way to spend the Saturday before Easter!
Van Neste Square, Ridgewood, NJ
Cost: Free
Elks Annual Easter Egg Hunt
April 19, 12 pm
Hop into spring with a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt on the North Wildwood beach. Kids 11 and younger can search for colorful eggs hidden in the sand while enjoying the fresh ocean breeze. With goodies, festive fun, and a visit from the Easter Bunny, it’s the perfect way to celebrate!
North Wildwood Beach, North Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Free
Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Liberty Hall Museum
April 19, 12 pm
Children will explore the grounds of Liberty Hall, searching for plastic eggs hidden throughout the landscape and filled with holiday treats. A surprise visit from the Easter Bunny caps off the event. Space is limited to 100 children per session.
Liberty Hall Museum at Kean University, 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ
Cost: $12 for 1 child, Adults are $5 each. Reservations required.
Bunny Trail Spring Festival
April 19 & 20, 10 am – 4 pm
Spring has arrived at Terhune Orchards, bringing blooming flowers, playful farm animals, and a fun-filled family event. Guests can follow treasure hunt clues around the farm, enjoy interactive activities like the Hippity Hop Corral and Duckie Races, and meet the real Terhune bunnies. The Farm Food Pavilion offers homemade treats, while adults can sample award-winning wines at the vineyard. Live music adds to the festive atmosphere as visitors celebrate the season. Tickets and packages are available online, with additional charges for crafts, pony rides, and food.
330 Cold Soil Rd. Princeton, NJ
Cost: $15 In Advance/ $18 Day Of (ages 3+)
Easter Egg Hunt at Diggerland
April 19 & 20
Hunt for over 4,000 eggs in the Easter Egg Patches at Diggerland. Two different age groups will meet up at the ROXOR course starting at noon. Bring your own bucket or bag for treat-filled eggs.The egg hunt is included in general admission.
Diggerland USA, 100 Pinedge Ct,West Berlin, NJ
Cost: $45.99
Brookhollow’s Barnyard Egg Hunt
April 19, 26 & 27
Children can snag up to 10 eggs, plus feed the animals, at Brookhollow’s Barnyard Easter event. Eggs contain nut-free candy, toys, stickers, erasers, rings, and squishies. Participants also receive carrots to feed the animals. Tickets must be purchased in person. Egg hunts take place at 11am, 1:30pm and 3pm. The farm is open from 10am-4pm.
Brookhollow’s Barnyard, 301 Rockaway Valley Rd, Boonton, NJ
Cost: Children 2+ $14; Adults $7.50
Cape May Easter Fashion Stroll
April 20, 1 pm
Attention all Easter enthusiasts! The annual Easter Fashion Stroll takes place at Rotary Park, with registration starting at 12 PM. Participants will be judged in various categories, including 3 and younger, 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12, 13 & older, Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Man, Best Dressed Couple, Best Dressed Family, and Best Easter Bonnet.
Rotary Park, 400-498 Lafayette St, Cape May, NJ
Jenkinson’s Annual Easter Parade
April 20, 1 pm
Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce, registration for the parade will be open from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm in front of Joey Tomatoes, with the parade starting promptly at 1 pm. The event features several categories for participants, including Children aged 0-3, 4-6, and 7-10, as well as categories for Floats, Multiples, and Bonnets. Prizes for each category will consist of items from the boardwalk and local businesses in town.
On the Boardwalk, Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
