Egg-citing Ways to Celebrate Easter in Raleigh (2026 Guide to Hunts, Hops & Happenings!)

Easter-time in Raleigh is a egg-stra special, as it’s when the city comes alive with a hubbub of activity. The church bells ring, live music pours out onto the streets, and the squeals of children chasing pastel eggs echo across the parks and plazas.

It’s a time when the sun warms up a bit, and there are a plethora of delightful Easter celebrations across the Triangle for families and friends to enjoy. From traditional egg hunts in scenic parks to unique Easter events featuring live animals and creative crafts, there’s something for everyone to embrace the festive spirit.

For 2026, the Easter weekend is April 3rd (Good Friday) to April 5th (Easter Sunday), but celebrations and activities start a few weeks before and after this.

If you’re looking for Easter events in Raleigh or Easter Egg Hunts in the Triangle, here’s a curated list of happenings in and around Raleigh for 2026.

Easter Egg Hunts in Raleigh & Wake County

Egg-splorers

• Date & Time: Saturday 28th March, 10:00am – 12:00pm
• Location: Jaycee Park
• Registration
• Details: Designed for children aged 0-12, this event features outdoor activities, and egg hunts are scheduled at 11:00am for ages 0-2. Pre-registration is required for each child. ​

Easter Eggstravaganza

• Date & Time: March 28th, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, NC
• Website: easter-eggstravaganza
• Details: Experience the Bunny Trail at your leisure during this two-hour event. Collect eggs, enjoy music from a DJ, and meet the Easter Bunny and Rose Fairywill for photo opportunities. An “Egg-ceptional Zone” is available from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM for children with disabilities and their families.

Spring Fling in Holly Springs

• Date & Time: Saturday, 21st March
• Location: Ting Park, Holly Springs, NC
• Website
• Details: This family-friendly event includes an egg hunt, games, activities, a bunny meet-and-greet, and more.

Egg-citing Teen Glow Egg Hunt

• Date & Time: Thursday 26th March, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
  Location: Lions Park Community Center, 516 Dennis Avenue, Raleigh, NC
• Register Here
• Details: Teens aged 12-17 can enjoy a glow-in-the-dark egg hunt complemented by games, challenges, snacks, and prizes. Pre-registration is encouraged.

Fuqua Varina Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt

• Date & Time: March 27th, 4:30 PM
• Location:  South Park Community Center, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
• Register here
• Details:  This sensory-friendly program is designed for kids ages 10 and under. Participants will engage in a series of games, crafts, as well as an indoor Egg Hunt. There will even be a special guest “Bunny” who would love to be in pictures with the participants. Pre-registration is required for all participants.

Fuqua Varina Easter Egg Hunt

• Date & Time: March 28th, 10:00 AM
• Location: Fleming Loop Park , 503 Fleming Loop Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
• Website
• Details:  For kids ages 10 and under. Arrive early to find a parking spot and get set up so when the horn sounds you will be ready to go! The “Bunny” will also be on site for a photo opportunity with everyone!

Egg Hunt at Mordecai Historic Park

• Date & Time: Saturday, 28th March, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, NC
• Website: mordecai-egg-hunt
• Details: Open to all ages, this event features egg hunts beginning at 11:00 AM for different age groups: 0-4, 5-9, and 10 and up. Additional activities include crafts and games. Registration is not required

Spring Eggstravaganza

• Date & Time: Saturday, March 28th, 2026, 10:00 PM –12:30 PM
• Location: Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Rd., Garner, NC 27529
• Website
• Details: Enjoy games, kids’ crafts, music, food trucks and more at this free family event. Bring your camera for a picture with the bunny! Egg hunts are for ages 0-12 and will begin promptly at designated times, be sure to arrive early enough to get a spot. Pets are not permitted.

Zebulon Easter Egg Hunt

• Date & Time: March 28th, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: Zebulon Community Park, 301 S. Arendell Ave., Zebulon, NC
• Details: Activities begin at 10:00 AM with games, arts and crafts, and a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny. The egg hunt starts at 11:00 AM. An ADA-compliant, specialized recreation egg hunt will be available on the basketball courts.

Kiwanis Park Egg Hunt

• Date & Time: April 4th, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: Kiwanis Community Center, 2525 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC
• Register here
• Details: Children aged 0-12 can enjoy a traditional egg hunt followed by crafts, games, and spring activities. Participants are encouraged to bring their own baskets or bags. Pre-registration is encouraged for weather-related updates.

Green Level Baptist Easter Egg Hunt

• Date & Time: March 28th, 10:00am – 2:00pm
• Location: Green Level Baptist ChurchCary, NC
• Register here
• Details: There will be an Easter Egg Hunt at 10am, 12pm and 2pm, as well as fun activities, bounce houses and more.

CFL Easter Egg Hunt

• Date & Time: March 28th, 1:00pm
• Location: Christ Fellowship Leesville, Raleigh, NC
• Register here
• Details: Children can participate in an Easter egg hunt. This event is free but registration is required. Children ages 2-10 may participate in the hunt

Easter Egg Hunt & Craft at Bumble Brews Raleigh

• Date & Time: March 29th, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
• Location: Bumble Brews Play Cafe, 1028 Oberlin Rd. Suite 242, Raleigh, NC
• Register here
• Details: Children can participate in an Easter egg hunt, build and paint a 3-D wooden flower, and enjoy open play throughout the event. Registration is required.

Other Easter Events in Raleigh

While Easter egg hunts are a staple of the season, Raleigh offers a variety of other festive events to celebrate Easter in 2025. Here are some events you might enjoy:​

New Hope Valley Railroad Hop into Spring

• Dates & Times: Saturday, March 28 (rides at 10:30am, 12:00pm and 1:30pm) and Sunday, March 29 (rides at 1:30pm and 3:00pm).
• Location: New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsal Rd, New Hill, NC 27562
• Website
• Details: Train ride with Easter Bunny sightings, food trucks, and a fun I Spy game

The Bunny Bumper Bash

• Dates & Times: April 4th, 11:00am-1:00pm
• Location: The Rock Church, 2940 Trawick Road, #Suite 9 Raleigh, NC 27604
• Website
• Details: Enjoy freshly popped popcorn, dive into car trunks to find surprises and collect Easter treats, plus more fun games for the whole family.

The Bunny Bash

• Dates & Times: Friday 27th March, 6:00pm-7.30pm
• Location: Brier Creek Community Center
• Website
• Details: Head to Briar Creek Community Center for a free event of arts and crafts, games, and snacks for ages 0-12.  Capture a picture with the Easter Bunny, and receive a goodie bag.

Visit the Easter Bunny at Crabtree Valley Mall

• Dates & Times: March 6th – April 4th, 2026; Mon–Thu: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM, Fri–Sat: 10:00 AM–8:00 PM, Sun: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Location: Crabtree Valley Mall, 4325 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC
• Register here
• Details: Capture special moments with the Easter Bunny in a beautifully themed springtime setting. Special events include Pet Nights, where you can bring your furry friends for a photo opportunity.

Meet the Bunny at Abbotts Creek

• Date & Time: Tuesday 24th March, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
• Location: Abbotts Creek Park, 9950 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC
• Register here
• Details: Aimed at children aged 0-6, this event offers games, crafts, and an opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny. Each child will receive a plush egg from the egg patch. Pre-registration is required due to limited supplies.

Peeps in the Park

• Date & Time: April 2nd, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
• Location: Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC
• Details: Celebrate spring at Peeps in the Park, an exciting Easter and spring-themed scavenger hunt. Search for hidden peeps to earn prizes, enjoy games, food trucks, and other fun surprises. This family-friendly event offers a delightful way to engage in the season’s festivities.

3rd Annual Easter at Fortnight Brewing

• Date & Time: March 22nd, 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
• Location: Fortnight Brewing Company | Cary, NC
• Register
• Details: Egg Hunt (registration required), sweet treats, bounce house, crafts, face painting, local vendors & Easter Bunny fun! FREE EVENT

Final thoughts

These events offer a variety of ways to celebrate the Easter season in Raleigh beyond traditional egg hunts, catering to diverse interests and providing opportunities for both family-friendly fun and spiritual reflection.

You may also like these other Spring ideas: where to find the spring blooms in Raleigh, things to do in Raleigh in the Spring, the Historic Oakwood Garden tour. where to go strawberry picking in Raleigh, the Spring Daze Festival in Cary, and Cary Ballet’s Spring Works production.