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| Find Easter Egg Hunts, Marshmallow drops, breakfast with the Easter Bunny and other great spring Ann Arbor events at the Ann arbor Mom blog! |
Keep your eyes peeled and let me know of family friendly local Easter Egg hunts that should be highlighted,I'll be adding more as they come to my attention.
ANN ARBOR:
The Ann Arbor Jaycees are hosting an Easter Egg Scramble on Saturday, April 4 at Lillie Park from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with three egg hunt times (11:30, noon and 12:30). There will also be photos with the Easter Bunny, games, face painting, balloon twisters and a petting zoo. You can also pre-register at www.a2jaycees.org.
The Leslie Science & Nature Center (1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor) is celebrating spring wit a fun-filled, educational event for every member of the family, including guided interpretive hikes, a golden egg hunt for a special prize, an egg grab, family games, and checking out the rabbits in the Critter House. The event happens April 4, from 10:00 a.m.-noon for only $8/individual. Be sure to register for the Leslie Science Center Spring Eggstravaganza, it's sure to be popular!
BELLEVILLE:
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| The chaos of a spring Easter Egg Hunt is great fun for the entire family! |
The Willow Metropark “Easter Egg Scramble,” happens March 28 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Come for Easter fun with an egg hunt, crafts, games, and a petting farm. Advance ticket purchase is required for $5 per child plus vehicle entry permit. Please call 734-782-3956
734-782-3956.
734-782-3956.CANTON:
Summit on the Park is hosting an Easter Bunny Breakfast at the Summit on the Park, Grand Ballroom on March 28, 9:00-11:00 a.m. Families will find strolling entertainment, a beautiful buffet breakfast and a visit with your favorite furry friend. Advance registration required. Cost: Children three and under, $4/Ages 4-12, $10 and Ages 13 and over are $15
Heritage Park is hosting an Easter Bunny Eggstravaganza on March 28, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. No registration is necessary - but there is a $5/family fee to participate for kids ages 11 and under. Egg Hunts will run continuously in two age categories, which helps to keep the "hunting" fair for even our littlest participants. The grounds tend to be very wet in early spring so please dress accordingly. After the hunt, families should plan to hop over to the Summit on the Park Gymnasium for strolling entertainment.
DEXTER:
This year's Hudson Mills Metropark Easter Egg Hunt will be held on March 29, noon-2:00 p.m. at the activity center. Kids ages 12 and under can join the fun with an egg hunt at the park and participating in a variety of activities such as the “Barnyard Express” show, free face painting and visiting with the Easter Bunny. The event cost is $4 per child in advance/$5 per child at the door plus the vehicle entry pass into the park.
MANCHESTER:
The Manchester Men’s Club is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt at Carr Park April 4 at 1:00 p.m.
MILFORD:
Check out TWO egg hunts at the Kensington Metropark (2240 W. Buno Rd., Milford - At Maple Beach) this year. The Fun on the Farm Egg Hunt on April 2 at 10:00 a.m. and the The Great Egg Hunt on April 4 at 10:30 a.m. Details for the egg hunts have not yet been added to their website however in past years there has been a $3 fee. A Metropark vehicle entry permit or daily $5 admission is also required. For additional information, please call 1-800-477-3178
1-800-477-3178.SALINE:
The Saline Recreation Center is hosting Bunnytails on March 31, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Children to age 6 can enjoy the Easter Bunny, a story, snack and craft for only $8.
On April 4, families can enjoy Saline Springfest with something for children of all ages!
- 11:30 am: Egg Scavenger Hunt (Ages 2-7) - Bring a basket or bag to collect eggs that have been scattered throughout the woods behind the Rec Center. The children will be divided into the following age groups: 2-3, 4-5 and 6-7. A few lucky eggs will have a prize sticker. All participants will receive a goody bag. This event will take place outside rain, shine or snow. Cost is $7/child, for early registration and $10 the day of.
- 12:00 - 1 pm: Lunch with the Bunny (All ages) - Mr. Bunny himself will be making the rounds as you enjoy a pizza lunch. Bring your camera to take pictures with the Bunny. Cost is $7/child, for early registration and $10 the day of.
- 12:00 - 1:00 pm: Hippity Hop Trail (Ages 2-12) - Pick up treats and visit with local businesses along the Hippity Hop Trail inside the Rec Center. Those who sign up for the Egg Hunt or Dive will receive free admission for the Trail. Is your business interested in participating? Those who sign up for the Egg Hunt, Lunch with the Bunny or Egg Dive will receive free admission for the Trail, otherwise the cost is $2 to participate.
- 1:00 pm: Egg Dive (Age Groups 6-7 and 8-10 years old) - Floating eggs will be scattered throughout the leisure pool for kids to collect. A few lucky eggs will have prize stickers inside. All participants will receive a goody bag. Participants are welcome to stay and swim after the event. Cost is $7/child, for early registration and $10 the day of.
734.429.4494 for more info.YPSILANTI:
The Ypsilanti Jaycees' will be hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt and Marshmallow Drop on March 28, 10:00 a.m. at Frog Island Park in Ypsilanti. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. with a $1 fee per child. Fun family games begin at 9:30 a.m. while children await their age group egg hunts - the Easter Bunny will even be standing by for a photo op! A marshmallow drop follows the egg hunt and begins at 11:00 a.m., allowing children to return their captured marshmallows for small prizes!
Here are the Dexter Egg Hunts...
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The Ann Arbor Jaycees Spring Eggstravaganza and Easter Egg Scramble is on Saturday April 7th from 11am-1pm at Southeast Park (1351 E. Ellsworth Rd; corner of Ellsworth and Platt). We can't wait to see you there! You can also pre-register at www.a2jaycees.org.
ReplyDeleteThanks all, the blog has been edited with updated information for the Ann Arbor Jaycees Easter Egg Scramble and the Dexter Egg Hunt events. Many events weren't updated when the oste when live, so I'm always grateful to readers when they comment on updates or additions.
ReplyDeleteThe post didn't include any egg hunts at local church's - There are SO many more of those though! Including egg hunts in several Ypsilanti neighborhoods, throughout Ann Arbor and also Dexter.