Spring brings a full basket of Easter fun across the area, with family-friendly events designed to delight kids of all ages. From classic egg hunts and festive crafts to visits with the Easter Bunny, …
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Spring brings a full basket of Easter fun across the area, with family-friendly events designed to delight kids of all ages. From classic egg hunts and festive crafts to visits with the Easter Bunny, communities are offering plenty of ways to celebrate the season together.
Whether children are searching for candy-filled eggs, posing for photos or enjoying games and activities, these events capture the spirit of Easter with a mix of tradition and playful twists. Here’s a look at what’s happening, listed by date and time.
What: First Baptist Church Silverhill will host its second annual Easter Eggstravaganza featuring egg hunts, games, food, activities and bounce houses. A sensory-friendly hour will be offered with no music or helicopter, followed by general admission that includes a helicopter drop of 8,000 eggs. The event is designed for families of all ages to enjoy a fun and inclusive Easter celebration.
When: Saturday, March 28, 9 a.m.-noon
Where: Silverhill Ball Park, Silverhill
Price: Free
What: The city of Daphne will host its annual Easter Egg Dash with games, inflatables, food vendors, face painting and music. Children can participate in age-specific egg hunts throughout the morning, and attendees are encouraged to bring baskets for collecting eggs.
When: Saturday, March 28, 9 a.m.-noon
Where: Al Trione Sports Complex, Daphne
Price: Free
What: Families can ride an authentic locomotive to the “Bunny Hutch” to meet and take photos with the Easter Bunny during this seasonal celebration. Activities include Easter egg hunts, crafts, mini train rides, a hay-less hayride, playground access and a bounce house. A foam party is scheduled at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m., and guests are encouraged to bring a towel or change of clothes. Food will be available for purchase, and a gift shop will be open. Tickets are available at www.waleswest.com. For more information, call (251) 232-2322.
When: Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sunday, March 29, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Wales West Light Railway, 13670 Smiley St., Silverhill
Price: $25; free for ages 2 and younger
What: Orange Beach Community Church will host Easter at the Park featuring thousands of eggs, snacks, crafts and family-friendly activities. The event will include age-grouped egg hunts and opportunities for children to fill their baskets. Organizers encourage families to arrive early for the start of activities.
When: Saturday, March 28, 10-11:30 a.m.
Where: Orange Beach Waterfront Park, Orange Beach
Price: Free
What: The city of Fairhope will host a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny outside the Fairhope Museum of History. Families are invited to bring cameras and capture festive holiday photos with the Easter Bunny, who may arrive in a golf cart.
When: Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Fairhope Museum of History, 24 N. Section St., Fairhope
Price: Free
What: Families can take professional photos with live bunnies at The Wharf Store. Guests are encouraged to dress in Easter attire for keepsake portraits. Multiple photo packages will be available for purchase.
When: Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, March 29, noon-6 p.m.
Where: The Wharf Store at The Wharf, Orange Beach
Price: Varies
What: Flora-Bama will host a beachside Easter celebration featuring children’s crafts, face painting and an egg hunt divided by age groups. The Easter Bunny will make a skydiving entrance onto the beach before meeting families for photos. Participants should bring baskets and cameras.
When: Saturday, March 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Flora-Bama, 17401 Perdido Key Drive
Price: Free
What: Fish River Baptist Church will host an Easter Eggstravaganza with egg hunts for all ages, trunk-or-treat activities, a cupcake walk and games. Families are invited to enjoy food, fellowship and a festive community atmosphere.
When: Sunday, March 29, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Fish River Baptist Church, 17140 County Road 33, Fairhope
Price: Free
What: Tacky Jacks will host a family-friendly brunch event featuring a DJ-led dance party, Easter arts and crafts, face painting, photos with the Easter Bunny and special animal appearances. The Gulf Shores location will include an egg hunt. Reservations are encouraged at www.tackyjacks.com.
When: Sunday, March 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Tacky Jacks, Gulf Shores
Price: Free admission; brunch $8.99 for children, $18.99 for adults
