The Easter bunny is hopping just around the corner. Here are some events and ideas to get you egg-cited to celebrate the spring holiday!
Easter Events & Activities in West Michigan
Join community Easter egg hunts in Petoskey, or head to Boyne Mountain Resort for an Easter Weekend packed with family-friendly fun. Find more details here.
Mark your calendars for The Mitten Children's Museum’s 3rd Annual Beach Easter Egg Hunt in South Haven. Kids of all ages can race across the sandy shore near the iconic red lighthouse, searching for colorful eggs in a series of age-based heats. Join the fun here.
Enjoy Easter in Marquette County with a week-long City-Wide Egg Hunt, where local nonprofits and businesses provide daily hints leading to a grand prize hunt for kids. Afterward, indulge in a delicious Easter brunch at Delft Bistro, known for its hearty Short Rib Eggs Benedict and other delectable dishes.
Celebrate Easter in Holland with a variety of activities for all ages. Kick off the weekend with the Run of the Mill 5K, a scenic race through Windmill Island and Window on the Waterfront. Then, choose from unique egg hunts:
- Fellinlove Farm’s EGGcellent Hunt – Meet bunny-eared horses while searching for eggs.
- Zeeland’s Multigenerational Hunt – A family-friendly event on Main Street.
- Holland Aquatic Center’s Underwater Egg Hunt – A one-of-a-kind experience for little swimmers.
- Traditional Egg Hunt at Quincy Park – Meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy a classic celebration.
Finish the weekend with a Sunday Buffet at Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant, featuring carving stations, brunch favorites, and an irresistible dessert table. See full event details here.
South Haven’s Kal-Haven Outpost campground will host their inaugural Easter Egg Hunt with two age groups on Saturday, April 12 at 11 am. Easter eggs and prize tickets will be up for grabs, a food truck will be on-site.
Join the Easter Egg Hunt at Cornwell’s Turkeyville in Marshall. On Saturday, April 19, kids can sign up to hunt for prize-filled eggs around the Turkeyville grounds. The eggs will contain candy, prizes, and tickets for free ice cream. After the hunt, stick around to order lunch off their menu featuring lots of turkey dishes (like the delicious grilled cheese sandwich with turkey). Don’t forget to bring your own basket or bag to carry your eggs in.
The Easter Bunny will be riding the Coopersville & Marne Railway again as another Easter Celebration approaches. Passengers of all ages will enjoy the vintage train ride as it makes its 90-minute journey to Marne and back. To book your tickets on the Bunny Train, visit the Friends of Coopersville & Marne Railway website.
Hop to Charlevoix on Saturday, April 19 for their Annual Easter Egg Hunt in downtown Charlevoix’s East Park starting at 2 pm. The event is free for children up to 10 years old and includes 4,500 prize-filled eggs. Check out the area’s community event calendar to see all of the EGG-stra fun Easter activities happening in Charlevoix.
Escape to Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire for a relaxing holiday. Enjoy an abundance of outdoor recreation across the 5,500-acre resort, then head to The Lakeview Restaurant for its world-famous Easter Brunch. Feast on a carving station, breakfast favorites, and an array of homemade desserts. Reservations recommended.
Make Easter a weekend getaway at Crystal Mountain with up to 25% off lodging. Choose from scenic MountainTop townhomes, peaceful cottages, or cozy village hotel rooms. Guests enjoy access to:
- The Peak Indoor Pool
- Michigan Legacy Art Park
- Delicious Easter Brunch at The Wild Tomato
Book your Easter weekend stay here.
Join Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay for Easter Brunch at the beautiful Inn at Black Star Farms on April 20. Gather your friends and family for a memorable event provided by their inspired culinary and events team. The strolling brunch will include many savory and sweet options, sure to delight everyone. Parents indulge with a mimosa while kids engage in an Easter Egg Hunt.
Hop to it. Make your Easter reservation. Join RedWater on Sunday, April 20 for their annual Easter brunch buffet at Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant and RedRock Grille in Holland, Reds at Thousand Oaks and Cork Wine & Grill in Grand Rapids, FireRock Grille in Caledonia, Lake Bluff Grille in Muskegon, and Rush Creek Bistro in Grandville. Let RedWater handle the cooking this Easter. Enjoy your favorite holiday dishes, including delicious breakfast dishes, salads, carved beef, sliced ham, additional entrees, side dishes, desserts, and more. Call the RedWater restaurant of your choice for reservation availability.
Celebrate Easter in West Michigan with festive egg hunts, scenic brunches, and unforgettable family activities!
