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Family Easter Egg Hunts & Seasonal Events in Southeast Michigan
Kids are antsy with anticipation, as we get ready to welcome the Easter Bunny to metro Detroit in 2013. Check out all the local listings here.
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Hippity hoppity, Easter's on its way! It's the season of eggs, candy, marshmallows and more, and metro Detroit kids can't wait to dust off their favorite Easter baskets to start scrambling for eggs. Good thing we jumped on it and gathered up all the listings so you're prepared for these springtime Easter traditions. Make sure to register, if necessary.
Bunny Breakfast at the Orion Center in Lake Orion
March 16, 2013
- Address: 1335 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion
- Phone: 248-391-0304
- Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
- Cost: $10/child, free/adults
Have breakfast with the Easter Bunny before heading out to gather up eggs with your own Easter basket – and maybe a few surprises along the way. Register for this event.
Egg Stravaganza at the Macomb Township Recreation Center
March 16, 2013
- Address: 20699 Macomb St., Macomb Township
- Phone: 586-992-2900
- Time: 10 a.m.-noon
- Cost: $4 resident, $9/non-resident
Hit the Hippity Hop Trail and visit with the Easter Bunny as well as make crafts, play games and bounce on the inflatables – oh, don't forget to visit and pet the live farm animals! Tickets must be purchased by March 11.
Toddlers' Egg Scramble at Wolcott Mill Metropark in Ray Township
March 16-17, 2013
- Address: 65775 Wolcott Road, Ray Township
- Phone: 586-749-5597
- Time: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., March 16-17
- Cost: $5/child
Kids under age 4 can "scramble" for eggs at this Macomb County Metropark. Take a wagon ride, visit with the Easter Bunny and do a holiday craft, too. Space is limited, so be sure to pre-register and pre-pay.
Pee Wee Eggstravaganza at the Franklin Athletic Club in Southfield
March 20, 2013
- Address: 29350 Northwestern Highway, Southfield
- Phone: lallmacher@ffrc.net
- Time: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
- Cost: $12/family (nonmembers), free/members
You'll know spring has sprung when you head out to the Franklin Athletic Club for an egg hunt, inflatables, music and prizes at this fun-filled event, along with lots of fun activities.
Flashlight Egg Hunt at the Novi Civic Center
March 22, 2013
- Address: 45175 W. 10 Mile Road, Novi
- Phone: 248-347-0400
- Time: 7:30-9 p.m.
- Cost: $8/residents, $10/non-residents
A fun-filled night awaits you at the Novi Civic Center! A flashlight egg hunt highlights the evening, but many other activities abound. Inflatable bouncers, crafts, snacks and pictures with the big bunny are part of the fun. Make sure to register; price increases by $5 at the door if space is available.
Spring Fling Egg Hunt at Drake Sports Park in West Bloomfield (Younger Kids)
March 22, 2013
- Address: 6801 Drake Road, West Bloomfield
- Phone: 248-451-1900
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Cost: $7/residents, $9/non-residents
Kids ages 1-6 can bring their baskets to collect their goodies from this egg hunt, which will take place rain or shine. Be sure to bring your camera to snap a few photos and dress for the weather. Early registration ends March 15; after that the price goes up.
Spring Fling Flashlight Egg Hunt at Drake Sports Park in West Bloomfield (Older Kids)
March 22, 2013
- Address: 6801 Drake Road, West Bloomfield
- Phone: 248-451-1900
- Time: 8:30 p.m.
- Cost: $7/residents, $9/non-residents
That same day, the older kids – ages 6-11 – are welcome to collect goodies, too. Be sure to pack a flashlight to ensure you can see in the dark (don't want to miss extra goodies!). This event also happens rain or shine. Early registration ends March 15; then the price goes up.
Geocache Egg Hunt at Eddy Discovery Center in Chelsea
March 23, 2013
Address: 17030 Bush Road, Chelsea
Phone: 734-475-3170
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Cost: free
Learn to use a GPS, or bring your own for this family activity. Coordinates and clues will be given for the big hunt for prizes.
Easter Egg Hunt and Party at the Franklin Public Library
March 23, 2013
- Address: 32455 Franklin Road, Franklin
- Phone: 248-851-2254
- Time: 2 p.m.
- Cost: free
Preschool and elementary kids will love to make crafts, decorate egg-shaped cookies and hear stories at the library. You must register for this event.
Marshmallow Drop at Civic Center Soccer Fields in Waterford
March 23, 2013
- Address: 5200 Civic Center Drive, Waterford
- Phone: 248-674-5441
- Time: 11 a.m.
- Cost: $5/car
Children ages 1-11 will race to capture marshmallows as they fall from the sky. The Easter Bunny never had it so good! Sponsored by Waterford Township Parks and Recreation and the Jaycees.
Bunny Brunch at the Civic Park Senior Center in Livonia
March 23, 2013
- Address: 15218 Farmington Road, Livonia
- Phone: 734-466-2900
- Time: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Cost: $5
Pizza and chips before games, crafts and a visit with the Easter Bunny make this a family favorite event. Don't forget to register!
Hop to It at the Ypsilanti District Library
March 23, 2013
- Address: 5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti
- Phone: 734-482-4110
- Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon
- Cost: free
Story time and craft time precede a visit from some real, live bunnies from the Great Lakes Rabbit Sanctuary. Register for this event.
Easter Egg Scramble at River Bends Park in Shelby Township
March 23, 2013
- Address: 5700 22 Mile Road, Shelby Township
- Phone: 586-323-2478
- Time: 1 p.m.
- Cost: free
Kids ages 3-5 will scramble to gather up the candy-filled eggs at 1 p.m. and the 6-10 set will give it a go at 2 p.m. Bring your camera to snap those candid shots, as well as a cute pose with the Easter Bunny! Register for this event.
