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3/24/21 - By Ally Noel

This final March weekend in Connecticut is packed with spring activities, day trips, and plenty of Easter fun. Visit with the Easter Bunny at a drive-by in New Canaan, try a scavenger egg hunt in New Milford, or search for eggs at DeMartino’s Farm. Head outdoors to enjoy the first full moon of spring by taking a guided hike in Windsor, or watch the moon rise over the Long Island Sound at Ripka’s Beach Cafe.

Make sure to check out all the Easter fun at one of these Easter Egg Hunts and Drive-Thrus, or check out our Spring Fun Guide for a full list of seasonal events and upcoming spring break ideas.

Looking to snuggle in and enjoy some at-home fun? Try these Easter crafts and egg decorating projects, and don't forget to check out Poppins@Home for virtual ideas, including a Virtual Hip-Hop Dance Class and Ballet For All Kids. 

As always, keep tabs on our Connecticut events calendar for daily updates on happenings at favorite spots, and more local and virtual opportunities for family fun.

2021 note: While we are trying to promote safer activities that occur outdoors or with social distancing guidelines in place, please keep your family and others safe by always wearing a mask and maintaining an appropriate distance. If you arrive at an event that appears too crowded, try using the “nearby” search feature on our events calendar to find something else to do. 

 
 
 

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Opening Day at The Adventure Park at The Discovery Museum

Friday, March 26 – Bridgeport
Join The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum for your first climb of the season. Kick off the 2021 season with special Opening Day weekend pricing and events. READ MORE

Blossom Kite Festival

Saturday, March 27 & Sunday, March 28 – Wherever You Are
This long-standing DC tradition, part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, invites people of all ages to fly kites among the cherry blossom trees on the grounds of the Washington Monument.  READ MORE

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Saturday, March 27 – New Canaan
The Annual Easter Egg Hunt is back!   The hunt starts at 10:15. Along with the hunt there will be bounce houses, bake sale, face painting, arts & crafts, a dj, and photos with the Easter Bunny! READ MORE

Easter Eggstravaganza at Wasson Field

Saturday, March 27 – Milford
This year's Easter Eggstravaganza includes a socially-distant professional photograph with the Easter Bunny, a goody bag filled with Easter-themed treats, a free Easter Egg Trail through participating downtown shops, and more.  READ MORE

SMC 1st Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 27 - Plantsville
Join the Southington Moms Club for their 1st Annual Easter Egg Hunt. There will be two hunts: one at 10am for children up to age 4 and one at 10:30am for children ages 5 and up. READ MORE

New Milford Scavenger Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 27 – New Milford
Enjoy this scavenger hunt for kids with a visit from a special guest! Participants will search all the eggs on display in the business windows using a scavenger hunt sheet and collect a prefilled bag of goodies at the bandstand. READ MORE

Drag Queen Story Hour

Saturday, March 27 – New Milford
Join Mermaid Queen Bella Noche and her friend Kaleidoscope Kali for an hour of reading their favorite books and playing fun games with children of all ages! READ MORE

Winter Birding Cruises at the Maritime Aquarium

Saturday, March 27 – Bristol
Cruise along the Norwalk River and into Long Island Sound for the opportunity to observe the river birds, sea ducks, and other migratory waterfowl that winter in the area each year! READ MORE

Ray of Light Easter Egg Hunt & Party

Saturday, March 27 & Sunday, March 28 – East Haddam
The outside egg hunt is back! Hunt for candy and toy-filled eggs. Enjoy wagon rides and a visit with the animals. Food  available for purchase. READ MORE

Springfest! at Redding Beer Company

Saturday, March 27 – Redding
Say hello to spring at Redding Beer Co. Springfest! Enjoy a food tent, music, and fresh, local craft beer. Seating will be available inside the taproom and outside in Beer Park. READ MORE

Egg Hunt at Hollow Park

Through Saturday, March 27 – Woodbury
Find 24 eggs hidden in the town's parks (Hollow Park, Orenaug Park, Strong's Preserve, Trolley Bed, Nonnewaug Falls and Three Rivers).  READ MORE

Full Moon Rise at Ripka's Beach Cafe

Saturday, March 27 – Norwalk
Join Ripka's Beach Cafe for the first spring full moon. Enjoy music by "Ear Candy" fire pits, s'mores, hot drinks (and cold). READ MORE

Full Moon Hike

Sunday, March 28 – Windsor
Come to Northwest Park on Wednesday, December 7th for a guided Full Moon Hike from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.  READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunt at DeMartino's Farm

Sunday, March 28 – Seymour
DeMartino's Farm is hosting its Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Guests can play with bunnies and baby goats, run into the field to hunt for eggs, and finish up with a tractor-pulled wagon ride.  READ MORE

Rails-to-Trails Bunny Hop

Sunday, March 28 – Farmington
Get everyone up and out for some fresh air with a walk along a half-mile stretch of our Rails-to-Trails leading away from On The Go Smoothie Cafe and back.  Bring your baskets to collect some Easter eggs hidden along the trail and redeem your voucher for a free children's smoothie.  READ MORE

Family Tour at the Wadsworth

Sunday, March 28 – Hartford
Enjoy art and culture right in downtown Hartford. The Family Tours at the Wadsworth Atheneum are intended for families and adults with younger children.  READ MORE
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Enjoy a duck race at the historic Flower Bridge in Simsbury. Photo courtesy of Simsbury Duck Race

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