Easter is just around the corner, so check out the unique events around Phoenix where your children can enjoy food, games, and spend time with the loveable bunny.
BREAKFAST WITH THE BUNNY AT FASHION SQUARE MALL
April 5, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Bring the entire family to enjoy breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Scottsdale Fashion Square mall. This event includes holiday-themed activities, entertainment, and more. Children's spring fashions presented by Dillard's, and breakfast is provided by M Catering. Seating is limited with tickets starting at $25. All of the proceeds will benefit PANDA (People Acting Now Discovering Answers). Every child attendee will receive a children's admission ticket to Butterfly Wonderland. To purchase tickets, click here. www.fashionsquare.com
FREE EASTER BUNNY PHOTOS AT DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE
April 4 - April 19
Bring your children to the Marketplace to visit with the Easter Bunny himself. Desert Ridge is offering a free downloadable photo and a gift while supplies last. Other photo packages will be available for purchase. Visit their website here to see the bunny's schedule and download a coupon for 30 percent off the Daffodil Photo Package (offer valid until April 16). After the photographs have commenced, take your kids to run around next door at Dave 'n Busters for a wild, family-filled good time. www.shopdesertridge.com
EASTER BRUNCH AT THE WESTIN KIERLAND RESORT
April 20 at 8:45 a.m.
Easter brunches in Scottsdale are a culinary delight. The Westin Kierland's menu will offer breakfast stations overflowing with fresh pastries, omelets, pork and beef strip loins, seafood and sushi, a bountiful dessert station, and more. Your family will be able to work up an appetite, as the day truly begins with the 9th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza. Held exclusively for resort and Easter Brunch guests, this ticketed event includes bounce houses, a petting zoo, arts and crafts, and access to a 25,000 egg hunt with the Easter Bunny. Brunch is priced at $75 for adults, $25 for children ages 5-12, and includes tickets to the Eggstravaganza. Children under the age of 4 will dine complimentary. Reservations are required. Call 480.624.1202.
EL PEDREGAL EASTER BRUNCH
April 20
Ticketed guests of this delicious brunch will enjoy a scrumptious breakfast and other Easter events like an egg hunt with the hippity hop Easter Bunny. Tickets are $70 for adults, $29 for kids 5-12, and ages 5 and under are free. Brunch includes seafood, carved meats, fresh veggies and fruit, and an array of desserts. Call 480.488.9009 for reservations.
EASTER FESTIVITIES AT THE PHOENICIAN
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Phoenician will be holding its traditional Easter celebration that includes a 4,000-egg hunt with the Easter Bunny, a delectable brunch, and more. Bring the entire family to participate in the hunt for decorated Easter eggs, before enjoying the Easter Fair & Petting Zoo. Holiday-themed games will be set up for kids of all ages. If you can catch the Easter Bunny, you'll be able to take photos in the Grand Ballroom with him. The event also features rubber ducky waterslide races, and a brunch that includes unlimited sparkling wine and unique holiday entrees. $79 for adults, half-priced for children ages 3-12. Reservations are required. Call 480.423.2530.
EASTER AT THE FOUR SEASONS RESORT SCOTTSDALE AT TROON NORTH
April 20 at 9:30 a.m.
The Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North will be transformed to celebrate Easter festivities with all the trimmings. The resort's youngest guests can enjoy a visit from the Easter Bunny as they participate in two spectacular egg hunts on the beautiful lawns and terrances at the resort. There will also be a bounce house, soccer games, lawn bowling, and holiday-themed crafts for kids of all ages. The Easter Bunny will be hopping around and will be available for pictures throughout the day. Call 480.515.5700 for more information.
EASTER EGG-CITEMENT EGG HUNT AT SCHNEPF FARMS
April 19 at 10:30 a.m.
Easter egg hunt teams will be divided into age groups so kids will have even more fun searching for those decorated eggs while the Easter Bunny hops around and joins in for photos. The event also features train rides, carousel and hay rides, a petting zoo, and a sweet lunch with a special Easter cookie. $25 for children, including lunch, while adults are free. Rides must have a wristband purchase. Visit www.schnepffarms.com for more details.
FAMILY EASTER CELEBRATION AT SNEDIGAR SPORTSPLEX IN CHANDLER
April 19 at 9 a.m.
So many things are going on at the Snedigar Sportsplex, with Easter egg scrambles for kids younger than 9, information booths, displays, rides, amusement games, and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Admission is free, but separate prices for photos and some activities are charged. At 11:30 a.m. there will be a Family Easter Basket Giveaway. Visit chandleraz.gov for more information.
EGGSTRAVAGANZA AT SAN TAN MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK IN QUEEN CREEK
April 19 at 9 a.m.
Rascal the Rabbit has hidden eggs all throughout the San Tan Regional Park. Help the Rangers collect all of the eggs at the Scrambled Eggstravaganza by locating secret clues left along the trail. Check in at the Visitor Center to receive a special map with clues to help you find Rascal's treasure. Stay even longer for some fun arts & crafts while supplies last. Charge is $6 per vehicle entry fee. For more information visit www.maricopa.gov.
EASTER AT SHAMROCK FARMS
April 12 & 13 at 9 a.m. or 11 a.m., respectively.
Easter at the Farm will take place as a grand tour for kids of all ages. In addition to the normal farm tour, guests will get to participate in a giant Easter Egg Hunt at Roxie's Outdoor Adventure. Afterwards, kids will enjoy a face painter, balloon artist, games, and spend some down time with the Easter Bunny, as him and Roxie the Shamrock spokescow are BFFs! Reservations and pre-payment are required. Learn more at www.shamrockfarms.net
