Top Events to Celebrate Easter in Charlotte with Kids

Easter Activities for Families in Charlotte:

Celebrating Spring, Fun, and Traditions

Easter Events for Families in Charlotte: Celebrating Spring, Fun, and Traditions

UPDATED 3/10/2026  Easter in Charlotte comes early this year, falling the first weekend of April, which means many of the city’s festive events are happening sooner than usual. It’s a perfect time for families to come together and celebrate the joys of spring with egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny, and a variety of seasonal activities. Whether you’re planning a lively egg hunt, a memorable family brunch, or a day filled with crafts, games, and outdoor fun, Charlotte has something special for everyone. Here’s a roundup of some of the best Easter events happening in the Queen City this March and early April. 

Friday, March 13

Easter Bunny Arrival at Concord Mills Mall
Time: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Concord Mills Mall
Details: Celebrate the Easter Bunny's arrival at the Dining Pavilion on Friday, March 13, from 2-7pm! Enjoy arts and crafts, meet the Easter Bunny, and take a complimentary Carousel ride. Easter Bunny photos are available for purchase. Walk-ups are welcome, and reservations can be made in advance.
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Saturday, March 14

Easter Bunny Photos at Concord Mills Mall
Time: Multiple Dates and times
Location: Concord Mills Mall
Details: Visit the Easter Bunny for photos from Friday, March 28 through April 20! Reserve your visit early to make it a tradition and secure your spot.. Walk-ups are welcome, and reservations can be made in advance.
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Saturday, March 15

Easter Bunny Photos at Concord Mills Mall
Time: Multiple Dates and times
Location: Concord Mills Mall
Details: Visit the Easter Bunny for photos from Friday, March 28 through April 20! Reserve your visit early to make it a tradition and secure your spot.. Walk-ups are welcome, and reservations can be made in advance.
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Saturday, March 21st

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Rea Farms - South Charlotte
Details: Families are invited to enjoy a full hot buffet breakfast and professional photos with the Easter Bunny. Children can also participate in a fun craft and activity during the event.
Breakfast 1: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM. Breakfast 2: 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM.
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Easter Bunny Photos at Bass Pro Shops
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Bass Pro Shops - Concord Mills & Fort Mill
Details: Free photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. Multiple Dates: April 5-6, 12-20
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Donuts with Duck and Bunny
Time: 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM
Location: Veterans Park
Details: Donuts, crafts, and visits with bunny and ducks. Pre-registration is required for the 45-minute reservation, which includes 1 donut per person and a family craft. Space is limited to 30 tables per time slot, so spots are filling fast.
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Naturalist Egg Hunt at Wing Haven
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Wing Haven - Myers Park
Details: Celebrate spring songbirds at the SEED Wildlife & Children's Garden! Children can craft binoculars and search for bird egg replicas hidden throughout the garden while learning about local songbird species. The event includes egg- and nest-themed activities, crafts, and light refreshments for families to enjoy. Recommended for children ages 10 and under and their families. Space is limited; advance registration is required. More Info

NRRC: Splish Splash Egg Bash
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Northern Regional Recreation Center – Leisure Pool (Lake Norman)
Details: Come join us for a splashing good time with the Bunny! Children will enjoy an unconventional egg hunt in the pool and the chance to take pictures with the Bunny while hanging out in the leisure pool.
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Where My Peeps At?
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Rea Farms - South Charlotte
Details: Enjoy a free family-friendly event with a DJ, a 'Peep' hunt, and photos with the Easter Bunny. Drop in.
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Easter on the Farm at Two Little Acres Homestead
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Two Little Acres Homestead - South Charlotte
Details: An Easter egg hunt, petting zoo, and farm animals. Tickets required.
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Hop to Midtown at Metropolitan
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Metropolitan Charlotte - Midtown
Details: A free family-friendly celebration with crafts, face painting, treats, and photos with the Easter Bunny.
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Hop Into Spring at Cornelius Parks and Recreation
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: James Hoyt Wilhelm Park (19018 Smith Circle)
Details: Families are invited to celebrate spring with an afternoon of games, crafts, and an Easter egg hunt hosted by Cornelius Parks & Recreation. Egg Scramble Times: 11:15 AM (Ages 3–5), 11:45 AM (Ages 5–6), 12:15 PM (Ages 6–8), 12:45 PM (Ages 8–10).
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Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt at Marion Diehl Park
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Marion Diehl Park - Southpark
Details: The second night of the Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt continues with fun and games.
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Sunday, March 22nd

Easter Bunny Photos at Bass Pro Shops
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Bass Pro Shops - Concord Mills & Fort Mill
Details: Free photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. Multiple Dates: April 5-6, 12-20
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Easter Bunny Photos at Concord Mills Mall
Time: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: Concord Mills Mall
Details: Visit the Easter Bunny for photos from Friday, March 28 through April 20! Reserve your visit early to make it a tradition and secure your spot.. Walk-ups are welcome, and reservations can be made in advance.
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Easter on the Farm at Two Little Acres Homestead
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Two Little Acres Homestead
Details: An Easter egg hunt, petting zoo, and farm animals. Tickets required.
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Wednesday, March 25

Happy Hoppy Easter Bunny Photos by Town of Stallings
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Government Center of Stallings 321 Stallings Rd - Stallings, NC
Details: Bring you family and friends to meet the Easter Bunny and take a special photo to remember the day. Everyone will receive a free print out. Drop in.
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Friday, March 27th

Patterson Farm: Special Needs Egg Hunt
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Patterson Farm 
Details: This event offers a calm and welcoming egg hunt experience designed especially for children and guests with special needs. Participants can enjoy a continuous, chaos-free egg hunt along with farm activities in a reduced-capacity environment for a more comfortable visit. Families are invited to celebrate spring in an inclusive and joyful setting. 
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Saturday, March 28th

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny by Indian Trail Park & Rec
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 100 VFW Lane - Indian Trail
Details: Join Bunny at Indian Trail VFW for a delicious breakfast! Santa will visit each table and each child will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and tell him what they want! Families are encouraged to take photos! Each family member that is older than 18 months must register. Cost to register is $7 per person.
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Egg-cellent Adventure Egg Hunt
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Patterson Farm - Northeast of Charlotte
Details: Join the farm's Egg-cellent Adventure Egg Hunt on April 12, 13, 18, and 19, 2025. Enjoy an all-day egg hunt, Easter Bunny photos, baby animals, playground fun, wagon rides, and more. The Egg Hunt runs from 10 AM to 5 PM, with hourly hunts and a 15-minute reset. Additional activities include the Easter Eggsplorer Passport, a spring barnyard with baby animals, and a story in the Barn Theater every half hour. Donuts with the Bunny is available from 9 AM to 10 AM.
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Easter Bunny Express at the NC Transportation Museum
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: North Carolina Transportation Museum - Northeast of Charlotte
Details: Scenic train ride with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt, and family activities.
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Easter Bunny at SouthPark Mall
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Suffolk Punch Brewing Southpark
Details: Enjoy brunch, photos with live chicks and bunnies, and an Easter Egg Hunt. Advance Registration required.
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NRRC: Bunny Bash
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Northern Regional Rec Center - Lake Norman
Details: Egg hunts, carnival games, inflatables, and a magician.  Magician Show Times: 9:30am, 10:30am, and 11:30am*Shows first come first serve. If children are registered for the event, the entire family is granted access to the magician show.  A $5 entry fee applies.
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Children’s Easter Event at the Billy Graham Library
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Billy Graham Library - West Charlotte
Details: Celebrate Easter with an scavenger hunt, crafts, and stories about the true meaning of Easter. A t-shirt craft activity and special ham lunch are also both available for purchase. Registration required.
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Bunny Brunch and Egg Hunt at Tom Sykes Rec Center
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Tom Sykes Recreation Center - Dilworth
Details: Enjoy Easter arts & crafts, brunch, and an egg hunt with the Easter Bunny.
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Spring Edit: Presented by Blakeney Town Center
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Blakeney Town Center - South Charlotte
Details:  The event features incredible deals from Blakeney shops, live music, and a pop-up market showcasing unique creations from local artisans. The Kids Zone will be open from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM and includes balloon twisting, face painting, and photos with the Easter Bunny. Drop in.
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Promenade on Providence - Hoppin’ into Spring
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Promenade on Providence - South Charlotte
Details: Celebrate spring with Easter Bunny photo ops, face painting, a live DJ, and a fun coloring wall. Drop in. 
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Egg Hunt by Town of Belmont
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Stowe Park - Belmont (West of Charlotte)
Details: Enjoy an egg-citing time with photos with the Easter Bunny, crafts, face painting, games, and other activities. Egg hunts will be divided into age groups.
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Sunday, March 29th

Egg-cellent Adventure Egg Hunt
Time:  12 – 6 p.m. 
Location: Patterson Farm
Details:  Join Paterson Farm's Egg-cellent Adventure Egg Hunt on March 28, 29, April 3, and 4, 2026. Enjoy an all-day egg hunt, Easter Bunny photos, baby animals, playground fun, wagon rides, and more. The Egg Hunt runs from 10 AM to 6 PM, with hourly hunts and a 15-minute reset. Additional activities include the Easter Eggsplorer Passport, a spring barnyard with baby animals, and a story in the Barn Theater every half hour. Donuts with the Bunny is available from 9 AM to 10 AM on March 28 and April 4. 
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Easter on the Farm at Two Little Acres Homestead
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Two Little Acres Homestead
Details: An Easter egg hunt, petting zoo, and farm animals. Tickets required.
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Easter Bunny Photos at Concord Mills Mall
Time: Multiple Dates and times
Location: Concord Mills Mall - Northeast Charlotte
Details: Visit the Easter Bunny for photos from Friday, March 28 through April 20! Reserve your visit early to make it a tradition and secure your spot.. Walk-ups are welcome, and reservations can be made in advance.
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Easter Bunny Express at the NC Transportation Museum
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: North Carolina Transportation Museum
Details: Continue enjoying the Easter Bunny Express with rides, egg hunts, and family fun.
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Easter at Seoul Food Market
Time: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Seoul Food (Mill District) - Noda
Details: Celebrate Easter with fun activities and treats at Seoul Food.
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Wednesday, April 1

Toddler Easter Egg Hunt
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Tuckaseege Park - Mt. Holly
Details: A free event with crafts, games, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
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Friday, April 3rd - Good Friday

Egg-cellent Adventure Egg Hunt
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: Patterson Farm - Northeast of Charlotte
Details:  Join Paterson Farm's Egg-cellent Adventure Egg Hunt on March 28, 29, April 3, and 4, 2026. Enjoy an all-day egg hunt, Easter Bunny photos, baby animals, playground fun, wagon rides, and more. The Egg Hunt runs from 10 AM to 6 PM, with hourly hunts and a 15-minute reset. Additional activities include the Easter Eggsplorer Passport, a spring barnyard with baby animals, and a story in the Barn Theater every half hour. Donuts with the Bunny is available from 9 AM to 10 AM on March 28 and April 4.  
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Easter Bunny Express at the NC Transportation Museum
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: North Carolina Transportation Museum - Northeast of Charlotte
Details: Scenic train ride with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt, and family activities.
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Easter Bunny Photos at Concord Mills Mall
Time: Multiple Dates and times
Location: Concord Mills Mall - Northeast Charlotte
Details: Visit the Easter Bunny for photos from Friday, March 28 through April 20! Reserve your visit early to make it a tradition and secure your spot.. Walk-ups are welcome, and reservations can be made in advance.
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Easter Bunny Express at the NC Transportation Museum
Time: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: North Carolina Transportation Museum
Details: Continue enjoying the Easter Bunny Express with rides, egg hunts, and family fun.
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Saturday, April 4th

Donuts with Duck and Bunny
Time: 9:00 AM &  11:00 AM
Location: Veterans Park
Details: Donuts, crafts, and visits with bunny and ducks. Pre-registration is required for the 45-minute reservation, which includes 1 donut per person and a family craft. Space is limited to 30 tables per time slot, so spots are filling fast.
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Egg-cellent Adventure Egg Hunt 
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: Patterson Farm - Northeast of Charlotte
Details:  Join Paterson Farm's Egg-cellent Adventure Egg Hunt on March 28, 29, April 3, and 4, 2026. Enjoy an all-day egg hunt, Easter Bunny photos, baby animals, playground fun, wagon rides, and more. The Egg Hunt runs from 10 AM to 6 PM, with hourly hunts and a 15-minute reset. Additional activities include the Easter Eggsplorer Passport, a spring barnyard with baby animals, and a story in the Barn Theater every half hour. Donuts with the Bunny is available from 9 AM to 10 AM on March 28 and April 4.  
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Easter Bunny Express at the NC Transportation Museum
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: North Carolina Transportation Museum - Northeast of Charlotte
Details: Scenic train ride with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt, and family activities.
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Providence Baptist Church: Community Easter Egg Hunt
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Providence Baptist Church – Waxhaw
Details: Families are invited to join Providence Baptist Church for a fun-filled community Easter celebration featuring egg hunts for all ages, games, prizes, Chick-fil-A, sweet treats, and more. Children can enjoy bounce houses, face painting, a puppet show, crafts, and balloon animals while families connect with neighbors and support the church’s ministry. Open to the community.
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Easter on the Farm at Two Little Acres Homestead
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Two Little Acres Homestead - Southwest Charlotte
Details: An Easter egg hunt, petting zoo, and farm animals. Tickets required.
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Community Egg-stravaganza for East Charlotte Families
Time: 2:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Hickory Grove Rec Center - East Charlotte
Details: Greater Church Charlotte, in partnership with Hickory Grove Parks & Rec, presents a community eggstravaganza family fun day. Tickets required.
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Sunday, April 5th - Easter 

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Easter Egg Hunt at Olde Meck
Time: TBD
Location: Ballantyne & LoSo
Details: Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt at OMB!
Hop on over to OMB this Easter Sunday for a fun-filled day at both our Ballantyne and LoSo locations. There will be two egg hunts to make sure everyone gets a chance to join the fun—one at 11:30 AM for ages 0–4, and another at 12:00 PM for kids 5 and up. Don’t forget to bring your Easter basket! Brunch, brews, and family fun await.

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Inclusive Egg Hunt at Knights Presented by Autism Charlotte
Location: Truist Stadium - Uptown – TBD
Details: Gates open at 9am with activities like an egg hunt, and face painting. Some Drop-in availability.
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These events offer plenty of opportunities for fun and family bonding this Easter season in Charlotte!