Hop on down to the Jersey Shore and celebrate Easter with us! From breakfast with the Easter Bunny to Easter egg hunts on the beach, the shore offers many ways for you and your family to have an “eggcellent” Easter!
Sea Isle City’s Annual Easter Program
Wednesday, April 10 at 5 p.m.
Dealy Field, 6108 Central Ave., Sea Isle City
Sea Isle City’s Division of Recreation will host the resort’s annual Easter program for children (up to age 11). During the Easter program, kids will enjoy egg hunts, face painters and visits with the Easter Bunny. Please bring your own baskets and cameras. In the event of bad weather, the Easter Program will take place inside the former public school building at 4501 Park Road.
For more information, please phone the Recreation Office at 609-263-0050 or go to www.VISITSICNJ.com.
Egg Hunt at First Baptist Church of Cape May Court House
Saturday, April 13 at 10 a.m.
First Baptist Church CMCH, 1105 Rt. 9 S, Cape May Court House
So much fun for kids fifth grade and below! Join our Easter Egg hunt at 10 a.m. on the dot. For more information, call 609-465-5511 or visit online www.firstbaptistcourthouse.org.
Lower Township Park & Recreation’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 13 at 10 a.m.
Freeman Douglass Memorial Park, 677 Rt. 9, Erma
Local youngsters are invited to hunt for Easter eggs on the grounds of Freeman Douglass Memorial Park. The event is recommended for toddlers to fourth graders. Children are divided into age groups to hunt for eggs in their own area. Eggs are filled with goodies and golden tickets that can be redeemed for special prizes. Bring your own baskets or receive a bag to keep all the treasures in. Come enjoy inflatables a half hour before and after the Easter egg hunt, along with music. A visit from the Easter Bunny completes the day. Rain date is Sunday, March 25 at 1 p.m. For more information, call (609) 886-7880 ext. 0 or visit townshipoflower.org.
Woodbine Spring Event
Sunday, April 14 at 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Woodbine Community Center, 812 Longfellow St., Woodbine
Mayor William Pikolycky is pleased to announce that the Woodbine Recreation Commission is holding an Easter Egg Hunt/Holiday Event for children toddlers through third grade on Sunday, April 14, 2019, at the Woodbine Community Center, 812 Longfellow Street, Woodbine, NJ. The egg hunt will be followed by a viewing of the PG-rated movie “Peter Rabbit.” Children must be signed in for the event by an adult.
Please arrive 20 minutes early. Popcorn, hotdogs, and drinks will be served during the movie. For more information call 609-374-0502.
Easter EggstravaganZoo
Saturday, April 13 at 10 a.m.
Cape May County Park & Zoo, 707 Rt. 9 N., Cape May Court House
Freeholder Marie Hayes invites the public to come to the Cape May County Park and Zoo for our EggstravaganZoo. This free event will feature the Easter Bunny on Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 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 Chosen Freeholders includes educational displays, scavenger hunt, crafts and live animal encounters. The event will kick off with an Easter Egg Hunt in the park at 10:00 a.m. The Easter Bunny is busy packing lots of new and animal themed eggs along with more eggs than EVER before. NOTE: EGG HUNT IS OVER IN A MATTER OF MINUTES . . . DON’T BE LATE! Rain Date: April 14, 2019. For more information call 609- 465-5271 or visit online www.cmczoo.com.
Stone Harbor Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 13 at 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Stone Harbor Firehouse, 175 96th St., Stone Harbor
The Stone Harbor Volunteer Fire Company #1 will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 24. The event will start at 12 p.m. at the firehouse. Rain date is Sunday, March 25. For more information, call 609-368-4091 or visit online www.stoneharbornj.org.
Upper Township Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 13 at 12 p.m.
Amanda’s Field, 10 Sunset Dr., Petersburg
Egg hunts starting at 1 p.m. Special Guest Star the Easter Bunny! Also Featuring the Misty Meadow Farm Goats. Face painting and photo opportunities! Rain date April 14. For more information please contact Upper Twp Clerk’s Office at 609-628-2011 ext 200 or visit online www. uppertownship.com.
Middle Township Easter Egg Scramble
Saturday, April 13 at 1 p.m.
MLK Center, 207 W. Main St., Whitesboro
From 1 to 3 p.m., children ages 1-10 can search for hundreds of Easter eggs with special treasures, visit with the Easter Bunny and participate in a free spring craft. There will be free candy and special prize eggs! Age categories are 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 and 9-10. Easter Scramble begins promptly at 2 p.m. Don’t be late, eggs go fast! For more information, call 609-465-8743 or visit online www.middletownship.com.
Avalon Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 13 at 10 a.m.
8th-12th Street Fields, Avalon
The Avalon Recreation Department’s Easter egg hunt will take place in age groups at different field locations in Avalon. Ages 1-10 are invited to participate. For more information, call (609) 967-3066 or visit online www.visitavalonnj.com.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Harbor View
Saturday, April 13 at 8 a.m., Sunday April 21 8 a.m.
Harbor View Restaurant & Bar, 954 Ocean Dr., Cape May
From 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 31, enjoy a delicious breakfast with the Bunny! The guest of honor arrives at9 a.m. Easter breakfast on Sunday, April 21 at 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information and reservations, call (609) 884-5444.
Seashore Community Church Glow in the Dark Egghunt
Saturday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m.
Seashore Community Church of the Nazarene, 446 Seashore Road
Come join the church for a glow in the dark Easter egg hunt! For more information call 609-886-6196 or visit www.seashorecommunitychurch.com.
The Great Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 13 and Saturday, April 20 at 2:30 p.m.
12th-14th Street Beaches, Ocean City
The Great Egg Hunt will take place on multiple beaches in Ocean City depending on age. 4 and 5 year olds will be at 12th Street, 6 and 7 year olds will be at 13th Street, and special needs children will be at 14th Street. Rain dates are Sunday, March 25 and Sunday, April 1. For more information, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ or visit online www.oceancityvacation.com.
Dennis Township Easter Egg Hunt
Wednesday, April 17 at 5 p.m.
Dennis Township Recreation Complex, 565 Dennisville Rd., South Dennis
The annual Easter Egg Hunt for township children ages ten and younger will be held at the recreation complex on Wednesday, April 17TH at 5:30PM (rain date 4/18). Each child will receive a chocolate rabbit and have the opportunity to hunt for prize eggs hidden throughout the grounds of the complex. Children will be divided into the following age groups: 3 and younger; 4 to 6 and 7 to 10 years of age. Please arrive inside the rec building between 5:00 PM and 5:15PM. All participants should bring a basket or bag to collect eggs. *Please note that the entire rec complex will be closed from 2:00 to 5:00PM the day of the hunt for setup.
Greater Wildwood Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 20 at 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Lincoln Avenue Beach, Wildwood
On the beach at Lincoln Avenue, Wildwood. Noon. Children ages 1-12 are invited to dig for eggs buried in the sand. Each egg contains a toy and a golden egg is worth a bigger prize. Rain date is Sunday. Call for information 609-729-5501.
Elks Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 20 at 12 p.m.
19th Avenue Beach, North Wildwood
Children 11 and under can hunt for eggs and gather candy and prizes during the Elks’ annual Easter egg hunt on the beach. Cost is free! For more information, call 609-729-2170.
Cape May Kiwanis Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 20, at 10 a.m.
Cape May Elementary Fields, 921 Lafayette St., Cape May
The Kiwanis Club of Cape May presents its free annual Easter egg hunt. Children will hunt for hidden Easter eggs containing Easter treats. There will be special prizes for each age group that finds the golden egg. Age groups are toddler to age 10. No rain date. For more information, call (609) 884-8888 or visit www.capemaykiwanis.com.
Egg Hunt at Cape May Point State Park
Saturday, April 20 at 10 a.m.
Cape May Point State Park, Lighthouse Avenue, Cape May Point
Join us for our annual Easter egg hunt for kids ages 3-12! Pre-registration required. Call (609) 884-2159.
Elaine’s Buffet Brunch with the Easter Bunny
Sunday, April 21 at 9 a.m.
Elaine’s, 513 Lafayette St., Cape May
Enjoy a buffet brunch with the Easter Bunny from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. including Easter cocktails available from the bar, Bloody Marys, Mimosas, Easter eggs and candy. Adults cost $19.95 and children cost $9.95. Children under 3 are free. For more information, call (609) 884-1199 or visit www.elainescapemay.com.
Easter Brunch, Egg Hunt and Egg Roll at Congress Hall
Sunday, April 21 at 9 a.m.
Congress Hall, 200 Congress Pl., Cape May
Hippity Hoppity Easter’s on its way to Congress Hall! Enjoy a delicious Easter Brunch in the Grand Ballroom and bounce on over to the lawn for a day full of family fun activities. Join the Easter Bunny along with his sidekick, Blue the Pig, at the Easter egg hunt. Egg hunts will be held at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Don’t miss the family lawn games from 1 to 2:30 p.m., including Bocce ball, giant Jenga, corn hole and more! Take a train ride on the Congress Hall Express from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Egg Roll, similar to the tradition at the White House in Washington, D.C., will take place at 3 p.m. Egg hunts and family lawn games are complimentary and do not require a reservation. For reservations to Easter Brunch in the Ballroom, call (609) 884-6542. For more information, visit www.caperesorts.com.
Easter Brunch with the Bunny at the Reeds
Sunday, April 21 at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Reeds at Shelter Haven, 9601 Third Ave., Stone Harbor
Join the Reeds for a visit from the Bunny and a spectacular Easter brunch featuring breakfast selections, an omelet station, hot entrees, a carving station, cold salads, seafood and sides, and assorted desserts. Cost is $40+ for adults, $20+ for children under 12 and free for children under 3. Reservations required. For more information and reservations, call (609) 368-0100b or visit online www.reedsatshelterhaven.com.
Morey’s Piers Opening Day Easter Celebration
Sunday, April 21 at 12 p.m.
Morey’s Mariner’s Landing, 3501 Boardwalk, Wildwood
From noon to 5 p.m., this event kicks off the spring season in the Wildwoods and is sure to bring out the kid in everyone. Boardwalk eateries, shops, games and arcades will be open, as well as rides on the piers, food and entertainment including strolling stilt walkers and jugglers, face painting and pictures with the Easter Bunny at the Parent’s Pavilion. Children 12 and under can also pick an egg for a chance to win great prizes. For more information, call (609) 522-3900 or visit www.MoreysPiers.com.
Cape May’s Annual Easter Fashion Stroll
Sunday, April 21 at 1 p.m.
Rotary Park, 400 Lafayette St., Cape May
Registration for the Easter Fashion Stroll will begin at noon, and the stroll will begin at 1 p.m. Judging categories and age groups are: 3 and younger, 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12, 13 and older, best dressed lady, man, couple, family as well as best Easter bonnet for youth and adult. Treats, gift certificates and ribbons will be awarded to winning participants. The rain location is Our Lady Star of the Sea parish hall located at 520 Lafayette St., Cape May. For more information, visit discovercapemaynj.com or call (609) 884-9565.
Ocean City’s Easter Fashion Promenade
Sunday, April 21 at 1 p.m.
Music Pier, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace, Ocean City
Come dressed in your Easter’s best to stroll in our Fashion Promenade and meet the Easter Bunny. Judging begins at 1:00pm. Prizes! For more information, call 609-399-6111 or visit online www.ocnj.us.
Shore Club’s Easter Brunch
Sunday, April 21 at 9:30 am to 2 p.m.
Shore Club, 1170 Golf Club Road, Cape May Court House
Enjoy a brunch buffet in the ballroom with the Easter Bunny! Also enjoy an Easter egg hunt at 12 p.m. Please call 609-465-7824 ext. 2 to reserve your seat! For more information visit online at www.myshoreclub.com.
For more Easter ‘hoppenings’ check out our events calendar and the DoTheShore section!