By Julia Train
Easter is just around the corner, and Atlantic and Cape May Counties are bustling with a myriad of activities to enjoy during this festive weekend. From egg hunts to brunches, there’s something for everyone. Here are my seven top picks for making the most of this Easter weekend:
- Seashore Lines Easter Bunny Express
Hop aboard the Seashore Lines’ Easter Bunny Express before March 30! Spend quality time with the Easter Bunny, enjoy live music, and every child receives a special gift. Visit seashorelines.org for more details.
- Easter Bunny and Great Egg Hunt in Ocean City
On Saturday, March 30, children up to age 7 can join the Great Egg Hunt on Ocean City’s Boardwalk. Participating stores will hide eggs filled with treats and toys, with the event running from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Easter Bunny will also be at Mark Soifer Park from 9 a.m. to noon for photos.
- Dueling Pianos with Philly Keys
Philly Keys returns with their popular dueling piano show in front of the Ocean City Music Pier on March 31, from noon to 2 p.m. Children dressed in their Easter attire can meet the Easter Bunny for a photo op in an Ocean City lifeguard boat.
- An Easter EggstravaganZOO
Transforming into an Easter wonderland from March 29 to April 7, the Cape May County Park and Zoo offers daily activities starting at 10 a.m. Highlights include Easter Bunny I Spy, Easter Scavenger Hunt, HOPstacle Course, and special appearances by princess characters.
- DiDonato Family Fun Center’s Easter EGGspress
Saturday, March 30 is the final day to experience DiDonato’s Easter EGGspress, featuring a train ride through Spring Village, an egg hunt, meeting the Easter Bunny, and navigating the Spring Hedge maze for family fun.
- Easter Sunday Brunch
Indulge in a delightful Easter Sunday brunch with the Easter Bunny at various locations:
– Atlantic City Country Club offers brunch buffet seating with prices starting at $55+ for adults and special treats for kids.
– Harbor Pines presents a lavish spread from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with prices at $53 for adults and complimentary dining for kids under 2. Reservations required.
– Don’t miss the dinner buffet at Atlantic City Country Club from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., where tickets are $65+ for adults and include complimentary dining for kids under 3.
- Smithville’s Easter Parade
Join Smithville’s Easter parade starting at 1 p.m. at The Smithville Inn. Dress in your Easter best and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere.
Julia is a student at Rider University, majoring in multiplatform journalism with a minor in social media strategies. At school, she writes and is news editor for The Rider News and is the News Director for the radio station, producing news updates. She’ll be graduating in the spring. Connect with her on Instagram @juliatrain
