Orange County Prepares for Easter Weekend Celebrations

News Summary

As Easter approaches, communities across Orange County are hosting numerous egg hunts and spring festivals. Families can look forward to exciting events, including Buena Park’s Eggstravaganza, Anaheim’s Easter Festival, and Dana Point’s egg hunts. From delicious pancake breakfasts to treasure hunts and photos with the Easter Bunny, there’s plenty of fun to be had. Various cities are joining in the festivities, ensuring that this Easter weekend will be unforgettable for families across the region.

Orange County Gears Up for Busy Easter Weekend with Numerous Community Egg Hunts and Spring Festivals

As Easter approaches, the vibrant communities across Orange County are buzzing with excitement! The Easter Bunny has an incredibly packed schedule, hopping around to a variety of fun-filled events over the next two weekends. It’s time to grab your baskets and prepare for some egg-citing adventures!

Anaheim’s 15th Annual Easter Festival

Kicking things off is Anaheim, where families can gather at Ronald Reagan Park on April 13 for the 15th Annual Easter Festival. From 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., attendees can enjoy various egg hunts, engage in games, and capture memories with photos alongside the ever-popular Easter Bunny.

Buena Park’s Eggstravaganza

Make sure to save some energy for Buena Park’s Eggstravaganza on April 19 at Boisseranc Park. Running from 8 a.m. to noon, this event pairs an egg hunt with a sustainability fair, featuring a petting zoo, crafts, entertainment, and even a delicious pancake breakfast.

Costa Mesa’s Spring Fest

Also on April 19, Costa Mesa invites families to Lions Park for its Spring Fest, packed with a Pirate Adventure! Little adventurers can partake in treasure egg hunts, take pictures with the Pirate Bunny, and join in on a host of engaging games!

Dana Point’s Egg Hunts

Over in Dana Point, egg hunts will be held at Pines Park and Sea Canyon Park on April 19. Families can meet the Easter Bunny from 9 to 9:45 a.m. before the activities kick off at 10 a.m. Don’t forget your cameras!

Fountain Valley’s Extravaganza

Fountain Valley Sports Park is also getting in on the action with exciting bunny photos and carnival games on April 19, from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.. It’s going to be a hopping good time!

Fullerton’s Spring Eggstravaganza

Over in Fullerton, head to the Hunt Library on April 19 for their Spring Eggstravaganza. The festivities run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will surely delight families with plenty of egg-cellent activities.

Garden Grove’s Eggscavation

Looking for more fun on April 19? Don’t miss Garden Grove’s Eggscavation at Atlantis Play Center. With carnival games, inflatable obstacle courses, and more, there’s something for everyone from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m..

Huntington Beach Family Fun Day

Also on April 19, Huntington Beach is inviting families out for a Family Fun Day hosted by the Kiwanis Club. This community gathering features egg hunts, entertainment, plus police and fire displays!

More Festivities Across the County

Other cities getting in on the Easter delight include:

• Laguna Hills on April 12 at Town Green, offering spring-themed activities from 9 to 11 a.m.
• Laguna Niguel will host a Bunny Bonanza on April 12 with games and crafts but no egg hunt.
• La Habra features a Spring Family Festival on April 19, filled with egg hunts and a petting zoo.
• Lake Forest has its Bunny Blast on April 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with themed egg stations.
• Newport Beach is celebrating its 10th Annual Mayor’s Egg Race on April 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Civic Center Lawn.
• Placentia will have an Easter Eggcitement event on April 12 at Kraemer Memorial Park.
• San Clemente is set for its Sensational Springtacular on April 19 at Vista Hermosa Sports Park.
• San Juan Capistrano‘s Spring Eggstravaganza on April 12 at Los Rios Park starts at 10 a.m.
• Stanton will hold its egg hunts and bunny visit on April 19 from 9 to 11 a.m.
• Tustin kicks off their Easter celebration and egg hunt on April 19 at 9 a.m.
• Westminster’s Bunny Hop will take place over two Saturdays at four parks.
• Yorba Linda has a flashlight egg hunt for kids on April 18 followed by their 40th Annual free Egg-Citement Hunt on April 19 at Hurless Barton Park.

Not to forget various malls and locations like Fashion Island and Brea Mall, where families can snap photos with the Easter Bunny up until April 19!

The fun doesn’t stop there! The Irvine Park Railroad will have an Easter eggstravaganza running daily leading up to Easter Sunday. Alongside all this, you’ll also find nighttime egg hunts, family gatherings, special brunches featuring live music, and craft activities that showcase the vibrancy and festive spirit of our wonderful community during the Easter season.

So, whether you’re an egg-hunting pro or just looking to enjoy the spring festivities, there’s something for everyone in Orange County this Easter. Grab your family, head out, and create some unforgettable memories!

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Additional Resources

• Orange Coast: Where to Celebrate Easter in Orange County 2025
• Wikipedia: Easter
• OC Register: Free Egg Hunts and Easter Bunny Visits in Orange County
• Google Search: Easter Egg Hunts Orange County
• Mommy Poppins: Easter Egg Hunts and Bunny Events in L.A. and Orange County
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Easter
• WESH: Easter Events and Activities in Central Florida
• Google News: Easter Events Orange County