This guide outlines fun and easy Easter activities for children — and parents — so everybody can enjoy the holiday.
Easter is one of our favourite times of the year. After all, who doesn’t love indulging in hot cross buns, chocolate easter eggs, and spending time with their family? With COVID-19 putting a damper on Easter festivities over the past years, we’ve decided that it’s time to go big with the celebrations this year.
20 fun weekend activities to do with friends and family
Ideas for Easter activities
Looking to make this upcoming Easter a memorable one but not entirely sure where to start? Fret not because we’re here to save the day with our top 6 tips on throwing the perfect Easter family get together. Without further ado, let’s get this Easter activities ball rolling!
Choose The Perfect Easter Gifts
We all love receiving gifts, and the perfect family Easter soiree is one that involves a variety of different presents, trinkets, and gifts that are sure to put a smile on everyone’s faces. Some traditional Easter gift ideas to include into your perfect goodie bag include a variety of different chocolate eggs, bunny rabbit soaps, egg cups, flower growing kits, and more. Easter gifts don’t have to be expensive either – simply prepare some goodie bags filled with feel-good Easter memorabilia and you’re good to go! No matter how young or old, everyone loves receiving a small gift at a special event.
Plan A Traditional Easter Feast
Is it really Easter if you haven’t stuffed yourself silly with traditional Easter dishes and desserts? Make Sunday lunch truly memorable by following a classic menu plan – start with a fresh veggie soup or salad, followed by a roast lamb and all the trimmings. Don’t forget dessert either – some amazing ideas include a decadent chocolate tart or an indulgent bread pudding made with all those leftover hot cross buns. If you have vegetarian or vegan family members, be sure to include some meat or dairy-free options to ensure that no one is left out!
There are also a variety of vegan Easter chocolates and goodies available in most supermarkets in 2022, so don’t forget to add them to your shopping list if need be. For other Easter lunch ideas, be sure to check out these incredible recipes.
Hand Paint Easter Eggs
You may want to get the children involved in decorating hard boiled eggs for Easter. This can be done with acrylic or poster paints, and then embellishments can be glued on. Of course, check that the eggs are fresh first!
Easter Egg Hunt 101
Easter egg hunts are a classic tradition that families all over the world enjoy on Easter Sunday. If this is your first time throwing a family Easter festivity, you definitely cannot go wrong with this absolute classic. Easter egg hunts aren’t just for children, and they don’t need to be complicated either – simply gather some chocolate treats and/or Easter eggs and subtly place them around your specified “hunting” area. Don’t forget to hide the prizes around your garden, dining room, or anywhere else you’d like the family to explore during this year’s hunt.
Lastly, be sure to write down some hints or riddles that will assist your loved ones in tracking their rewards down. With everything set, it’s time to let the games begin!
Host A Flower Arranging Class
Nothing screams Easter more than a gorgeous bouquet of daffodils and tulips. Thanks to the power of the internet, you can now host a virtual flower arranging class right from the comfort of your dining room. Brighten the afternoon with a fun and immersive activity that will teach both the adults and children attendance a practical skill. All you have to do is gather some simple supplies (flowers included, of course!), set up individual work stations and stream a florist-led online class that you can find on various educational websites across the internet.
Keep The Little Ones Entertained
Keeping the little ones entertained is also a major part of hosting a successful Easter soiree, so be sure to include a variety of different activities for kids of all ages. Interactive placemats and bursting gift baskets are a fantastic way of keeping toddler tantrums. When it comes to teens and tweens, be sure to include engaging activities such as Easter egg painting, cookie decorating or games (like an egg race or charades) that are guaranteed to keep everyone in high spirits.
Have An Easter Bonnet Parade
Have the whole family and neighbourhood get involved in making novel Easter hats from whatever is lying around or some great craft materials! This will inspire the children’s creative processes — and don’t forget to get dad involved as well. To make sure everybody enjoys the competition, there should be an Easter egg or similar small prize for every entrant!
Get Creative With Your Decor
Easter is the perfect time of the year to really get creative with your home decoration, so be sure to spend a little time and effort with decor because we guarantee it’ll be worth it! Some inexpensive yet impactful Easter decor ideas include fresh flowers, moss bunnies, plastic eggs and novelty Easter plates, napkins and cups. If you really want to go all out, you could even include additions such as an Easter themed pinata or an Easter egg tree that are sure to garner the attention of family and friends.
Summary
Easter is all about spending precious time with loved ones and creating long lasting memories and traditions that can be passed down to future generations. We hope that this article has given you a few ideas on what you can include in this year’s traditional family festivities. We wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy Easter celebration!
