Published March 22, 2018
The Best of Philadelphia and the Southern New Jersey Shore- Weekend of March 23-25
Grab your baskets and get your egg hunting shoes on, Philly and the Southern NJ Shore are getting ready to celebrate Easter with festive events all over the area. If you’ve already hunted for eggs this season, check out some of the other great events happening in the area. We’ve got you covered this weekend, all you need to do is start planning!
Upper Dublin Township Egg-stravaganza
Meet Bugsy O’Hare and hunt for eggs at this event that promises to be a great time!
Hay rides aren’t just for the fall anymore! Take a hay ride directly to a fun egg hunt and get a chance to hunt for Easter eggs and then meet the Easter bunny for photos afterward.
Celebrate Egypt with workshops, games, art, and even belly dancing! Learn about Egyptology or take a hieroglyph lesson at this jam packed day of Egyptian fun.
Bring the family to this matinee showing of The Red Turtle. Lost and shipwrecked, a man meets a turtle who will change his life in this movie recommended for children ages 8 and up.
Storybook Land Opening Weekend
It’s time to make your way back to Storybook Land for this season! Celebrate the reopening of this whimsical place with special events happening all weekend.
“What’s a Matta U?” Italian Dinner Concert
Enjoy this opera, champagne, and a pasta dinner at this event celebrating all things Italian. This fun date night performance will delight your ears and your taste buds.
Galloway Township Branch- Galloway Meeting Room
Get out of the house with the kids for a free movie at the Galloway Branch Library. Refreshments will be provided along with the movie screening.
Atlantic County Park in Estell Manor
Learn forgotten skills of orienteering (such as reading a map and using a compass) while trekking through a three-mile trail. Kids will learn valuable skills and enjoy nature at the same time.
Buena Vista Township Easter Egg Hunt
Over 3,000 eggs will be hidden in Buena Vista, including some golden eggs with chances to win great prizes.
The Brigantine Beach Easter Egg Hunt
Bring your basket for egg hunting, a chance to hang out with the Easter Bunny, and a chance to meet Briggy the Fox while you’re there!