The Easter season is in full bloom, bringing plenty of festive fun for families to enjoy. From opportunities to snap a photo with the Easter Bunny to community egg hunts and cheerful springtime celebrations, there are events happening all around town. Families can also look forward to hands-on activities like cooking classes, craft-making, and other creative workshops that capture the spirit of the season. Whether you’re heading out to a local parade or festival, gathering eggs with the kids, or simply enjoying a spring activity together, there are countless ways to celebrate and make lasting memories this Easter season.
Be sure to check back often! We’ll keep updating this list with new events.
4th Annual Spring Garden + Pet Show
Destrehan Plantation
March 21–22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$5. Free for children 5 and under.
destrehanplantation.org/events/spring-garden-festival
Shop for plants, hand-crafted yard items, botanical-themed jewelry, pet treats and accessories, and art. Visit shelter dogs available for adoption, seminars on wildlife, and explore the Farm Barn, with food and beverages, live music, a petting zoo, crafts, face painting, nursery rhymes, Easter Bunny, egg hunt, and bungee jumping.
6th Annual Easter Egg Hunt + Play Time
NOLA Kidsground
April 2–3.
$25. Reservations required for 1 hour time slots.
For ages 5 and under, enjoy exclusive Easter fun!
6th Annual Lakeview Easter Egg Hunt
6512 Spanish Fort Blvd.
March 28, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$35
Easter egg hunts, face painting, relay games, and the Easter Bunny.
Bunny Bash by Dawn Busters Kiwanis
Lafreniere Park
March 28, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$5 per adult.
Two Easter egg scrambles for separate age groups and activities like carousel rides, face painting, spacewalks, games and photo opportunities.
Easter Egg Hunt at Petco
Petco
Saturday, April 4 at 2 p.m.
Free
Score a hidden treat in store at Petco’s egg hunt while supplies last!
Easter Eggstravaganza
Metairie Baptist Church
April 4, 10 a.m. to Noon.
Free
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Candy, snacks, games, crafts, and multiple Easter egg hunts with over 7,000 eggs scheduled at 10:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 11:15 a.m., and 11:45 a.m.
Egg Scramble
City Park Botanical Garden
Sunday, March 29 from 9 a.m. to Noon.
$25
Enjoy a morning of egg hunting, live music, unlimited rides, a petting zoo, balloon artists, face painting and photos with the Easter Bunny.
First Lady Easter Egg Hunt
Sidney D. Torres Memorial Park
Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to Noon.
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Spend a day filled with Easter egg hunts, Easter Bunny pictures, train rides, bounce houses, refreshments and more for the whole family.
Free Photos With the Easter Bunny at Petco
Petco
March 28–29 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Free
Take a free photo of your furry friend with the Easter Bunny at participating Petco storefronts!
French Quarter Easter Parade
New Orleans French Quarter
April 5, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Free to watch.
Created by the legendary Chris Owens, the parade features beautifully decorated floats and riders dressed in their finest Easter attire. To ride in the parade or attend the luncheon, check out the package offers on fqeasterparade.com.
Hop into Family Bingo
Covington Beer Garden
Sunday, March 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Bingo starts at 1 p.m.)
Bingo Cards: $10 per card.
Celebrate the season with an afternoon of brunch, bingo, and Easter fun for all ages.
Meet the Easter Bunny
Audubon Zoo (Tropical Cabana Birthday Room) & Audubon Aquarium (The Cove)
March 20–22, 27–29 & April 2–5 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Included with admission or Membership
https://audubonnatureinstitute.org/bunny
The Easter Bunny will visit Audubon Zoo and Audubon Aquarium for springtime and Easter photo ops, free with admission! Time-slot reservations and walk-ups are available.
NOMA Egg Hunt and Family Festival Presented by Hancock Whitney
Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, NOMA
Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$20–25
noma.org/event/noma-egg-hunt-2026/
Rain or shine, the NOMA is hosting a friendly day of fun with face painting, arts and crafts, games, drinks and treats, music, and even more. All funds raised will go towards supporting critical educational and exhibition programs at the museum.
Spring + Easter Pop Up Market
2220 Bridge City Ave.
Sunday, March 15 from Noon to 4 p.m.
Shop homemade goods, treats, gifts, and more from local vendors.
Spring Eggstravaganza
Fontainebleau State Park
April 4, 10 a.m. to Noon.
Free
In partnership with Mina’s Mission, treats, an inclusive Easter egg hunt, face painting, a petting zoo, and crafts are offered to all.
Spring Fest 2026
Longue Vue
Saturday, March 21 from Noon to 4 p.m.
$10–15
longuevue.com/event/spring-fest
Explore the gardens, play lawn games, participate in crafts, and look out for a special appearance by the Longue Vue bunny.
Spring Fest 2026
Sugar Roots Farm
March 28–29 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Adults: $15.60. Children: $10.40.
Welcome spring with Easter egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny, pony rides, animal feeding, crafts, live music, local vendors, and more.
Spring Into Easter: Kids Table Cooking Class
Acorn Cafe, a Dickie Brennan & Co. Cafe
March 12–April 3. Multiple times offered.
$52.50
eventbrite.com/e/kids-table-cooking-series-spring-into-easter-tickets-1983793711393
Acorn Cafe is hosting an Easter-themed cooking class, where little chefs are invited to make festive spring treats, an Easter garden, and dye eggs using all-natural dyes.
St. Matthew’s UMC Bunny Breakfast & Easter Egg Hunt
6017 Camphor St.
Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to Noon
Register online.
Bring your Easter baskets and experience an Easter egg hunt, separate for ages 4 & under at 10:45 a.m., K–2nd grade at 11:15 a.m. and 3rd–5th grade at 11:30 a.m.
Tea with the Bunny
3800 Loyola Dr., Kenner Pavilion
March 28 from 10 a.m. to Noon.
Free
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Enjoy refreshments, crafts, games, activities, an Easter egg hunt, and a visit with the Easter Bunny with a photo opportunity.
WYES Northshore Spring Fling
Home of Tanya and Trevor Walker, Covington
Thursday, March 26. 5 p.m. Patron Party, 6 p.m. Event
$100–$150
For even more family-friendly happenings throughout the month, be sure to check out our events calendar, where you’ll find a full list of activities, festivals, classes, and community events happening around town.