TAMPA, Fla. — With Easter approaching on Sunday, March 31, many events are springing up across Tampa Bay for the holiday. From Easter Egg hunts to photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, there's fun for all families to enjoy. View our list of activities taking place this weekend below. 

What You Need To Know

Citrus County

Hernando County

Hillsborough County

  • Ashley’s Eggsploration
    March 30, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park
    Adults and kids of all ages can enjoy several family-friendly games, local food trucks, photos with the Easter bunny and an egg scavenger hunt, where participants will find a combination of eggs based on their age group and redeem them for a prize.

  • Hop on the Lawn at Armature Works
    March 30, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Armature Works West Lawn
    In order to secure a spot for your child/children, you must purchase their ticket through Eventbrite. Select your child’s age and the time slot you would like them to participate in. On the day of the event (March 30th), check-In will open at 9 a.m. on Market Street. Please allow ample time to get checked in. The egg hunt will be broken into individual time slots. Each group will have 15 minutes to collect as many eggs as they can. We strongly encourage no more than 20 eggs per child. Each wave will have Golden Eggs with a special prize.

  • Easter For Tampa Bay
    March 31, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Raymond James Stadium
    This free event features tailgating, games and family-friendly Easter fun. Parking is free at the stadium and guests are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing.

  • Hoppy Easter
    March 29, (5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.) 30-31, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | The Florida Aquarium
    Celebrate Easter at the Florida Aquarium, where families can get their pictures taken with the Easter Bunny and embark on an Easter Egg scavenger hunt. March 29 will feature an Easter celebration exclusively for those with sensory differences.

  • Easter Experience at Bay Chapel with Helicopter Egg Drop
    March 31, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. | Bay Chapel
    Space is limited for this event, so registration is required. Visit Bay Chapel’s website to reserve a spot at one of the Worship Experience times then plan to stay for the Helicopter Egg Drop.

Manatee County

Pasco County

Pinellas County

  • Winter’s Beachfront Egg Hunt
    March 29, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Winter The Dolphin’s Beach Club
    Participants will enjoy an egg hunt in the sand, photos with the Easter Bunny and a bagged breakfast. This event is free for beach club guests and $10 for visitors. Be sure to arrive by 9:30 a.m. as only the first 100 registered attendees can participate.

  • Easter at the Farm at DK Farms
    March 29 – 31, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. | DK Farms and Gardens
    This Easter celebration will have egg hunts by age groups. All participants will receive a goodie bag at the end. There will also by pony rides, a petting zoo and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

  • St. Pete Pier Spring Festival & Easter Egg Hunt
    March 30, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.  | St. Pete Pier
    Get ready for a day filled with family-friendly activities, an Easter Egg Hunt, bounce zones and much more at the Pier’s second annual spring event.

  • Countryside Eggstravaganza
    March 30, 9:30 a.m. | Countryside Recreation Center
    There will be plenty of Easter Eggs, activities, touch-a-trucks and fun for all ages at the Countryside Recreation Center.

  • "Fun in the Sun" Day
    March 30, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Gulfport Recreation Center
    This 17th annual children's event will include an egg hunt, a raffle for baskets, music, food and fun. Children will also have the opportunity to climb into the driver’s seat of their favorite vehicle: police car, police boat, fire truck, ambulance or garbage truck. Remember to bring a basket for the egg hunt and a camera to capture a photo with Peter Cottontail.

  • Easter at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
    March 30-31 (times vary) | Clearwater Marine Aquarium
    Enjoy Easter activities throughout the weekend at the aquarium. Saturday features an opportunity to spend the morning with the Easter Bunny at the CMA’s Seaside Easter Breakfast. Sunday will feature Easter Bunny photo opportunities, activity tables, games, treat stations, face painting and an Easter Egg hunt.

Polk County

 

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