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Easter Bunny Pictures, Easter Brunches, and Easter Trains in CT

All aboard for train rides with the Easter Bunny, as well as Easter brunches and pictures with the Easter Bunny in Connecticut. Photo courtesy of the Essex Steam Train
All aboard for train rides with the Easter Bunny, as well as Easter brunches and pictures with the Easter Bunny in Connecticut. Photo courtesy of the Essex Steam Train
3/8/24 - By Jennifer Coe

Spring brings budding flowers and longer days to Connecticut, as well as Easter brunches and Pictures with the Easter Bunny! Connecticut families will be able to spot the Easter Bunny (and take some Easter Bunny pictures) in many places around the state. Some of these spots include a train in Essex, a trolley in East Windsor, a tasty pancake breakfast in Newtown, and even, perhaps, at your local Easter Egg Hunt.

Are you as eager to dive into springtime as we are? Use our Spring Bucket List to find fun things to do all over Connecticut.

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Easter Bunny Trains in Connecticut

Bunny Breakfast Essex Steam Train

March 23, 24, 29, 30— Essex
Families will delight in a spring train ride through the beautiful Connecticut River Valley as they enjoy a family style platter of breakfast or brunch items suitable for all ages. An abundant family style platter for the whole table will include french toast, scones and pastries, fresh fruits, hard boiled eggs and breakfast sandwiches. READ MORE

The Shoreline Trolley with the Easter Bunny

March 23, 24, 30, 31 — East Haven
Dive into a whimsical world where the magic of Easter meets the charm of vintage trolleys. Join us at the Shore Line Trolley Museum and witness the Easter Bunny hopping aboard for an unforgettable journey along the historic tracks. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express at RMNE

Weekends, March 16 thru March 30 — Thomaston
Celebrate the coming of spring with the Naugatuck Railroad's Easter Bunny Express. Take a train ride through the Litchfield Hills and enjoy the scenery as they reawaken after a cold, long winter's nap. Each train stops at the Bunny Patch, where children have the chance to help rescue the Easter Bunny's rubber duck friends. Children will have the opportunity to receive a chocolate-filled egg from the Easter Bunny's very own collection. READ MORE

Easter Eggspress at the CT Trolley Museum

March 23, 24, 29, 30— East Windsor
Hop on board the Easter EGGspress Trolley! They hatched an EGGcellent event for the entire family. The Easter Bunny will be roaming the grounds and posing for pictures from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. READ MORE
Family-friendly spots around Connecticut are hosting picture time with the Easter Bunny. Easter Bunny photo courtesy of Stew Leonards
Family-friendly spots around Connecticut are hosting picture time with the Easter Bunny. Easter Bunny photo courtesy of Stew Leonards

Easter Bunny Breakfast and Easter Bunny Brunches in Connecticut

Breakfast With the Easter Bunny in East Windsor

March 30 — East Windsor
Enjoy a fun-filled morning and celebrate Easter with the one and only Easter Bunny. It's going to be an egg-citing event where you can enjoy a delicious breakfast while spending quality time with the Bunny himself.  There will be a professional photographer onsite to capture those precious moments with the Bunny, face painting, arts and crafts. Hop on over and let's make this Easter a memorable one. READ MORE

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Stew Leonard's Newington

March 23 and 24 — Newington
Join the team at Stew Leonard’s for a special Breakfast with the Easter Bunny! Stew Leonard’s chefs will offer a buffet-style selection of your favorite breakfast treats. Each child will receive Easter coloring sheets and will be able to take a photo with the Easter Bunny.  READ MORE

American Legion Post 14 Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast

March 30— Vernon
Come enjoy breakfast and egg hunt with the Easter Bunny! Pancakes, sausage, donuts, and juice.   READ MORE

Bunny Breakfast Newtown Community Center

March 24 — Newtown
Join us for pancakes, pastries, coffee/OJ, crafts and a visit with the bunny. The bunny himself will be making an appearance at each time slot. He will be hoping around to the tables, and we will also have a photo station to take pictures with him as well. READ MORE
Hop to these Easter Brunches in Connecticut for some food the whole family will love.
Hop to these Easter Brunches in Connecticut for some food the whole family will love.

Easter Brunches in Connecticut

Easter Brunch Buffet at 1741 Pub and Grill

April 4 — Middlefield
Celebrate Easter at 1741 Pub & Grill for an Easter brunch buffet! Seatings will be at 9am, 11am and 1pm. Reservations must be made in advance. READ MORE

Water's Edge Easter Sunday Brunch

March 31 — Westbrook
Water's Edge is offering a traditional Easter Brunch menu for the whole family. READ MORE

Easter Grand Buffet at Anthony's Ocean View

March 31 — New Haven
Enjoy a two-hour seating for your Easter Brunch meal with the family. Choose from a brunch station (10:30 - 1:30), salad station, hot hors d'oeuvres, entree and more. The Easter Bunny will be on-hand for picture taking. READ MORE

Easter Washington Prime Brunch Buffet

March 31 — Norwalk
Head to Washington Prime for their Easter Sunday Prime Brunch Buffet. The buffet includes prime rib, leg of lamb, Eggs Benedict, pasta, chicken, granola, yogurt, and so much more!  READ MORE

Mystic Hilton Easter Brunch

March 31— Mystic
Enjoy time with your family this year at the Easter Brunch Grand Buffet, Hilton Mystic. They'll do the cooking so you can create memorable moments with your family.  READ MORE

The Captain Daniel Packer Inne

March 31 — Mystic
Enjoy Easter steeped in history at the Daniel Packer Inne. Lunch starts at 11a and dinner starts at 5pm. Menu includes several entrees like traditional Easter Ham, short ribs and scallops. Many appetizers to choose from for the whole table. Kids can choose from the children's menu. READ MORE

Mores Places to Take Easter Bunny Pictures in Connecticut

Easter EggVenture

March 23— Norwalk
At the Easter Eggventure at Mill Hill Historic Park, families can delight in a day of festivities, including an egg hunt (ages 0-10), crafts, and springtime fun in the heart of Norwalk, CT. The Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance for pictures after the egg hunt. Find a golden egg and win a grand prize! READ MORE

Fairfield Mom's Easter Egg Hunt- SOLD OUT

April 2 — Fairfield
The egg hunts will take place on the big field towards the back of Silverman's Farm. BYOB (bring your own basket) and wear boots (it gets muddy). We will have Food Trucks, Blue + Berries, arts & crafts, face painting, local businesses and more. READ MORE

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