What’s more fun than an Easter egg hunt? Knowing exactly where to find the best ones.
With Easter weekend around the corner, Ontario is filled with family-friendly events, egg hunts, and festive activities happening across the province. But with so many options — and limited-time events — planning ahead makes all the difference.
To make it easy, here’s a list of the top Easter events and egg hunts. As dates pass, events will drop off the list — so the closer we get to Easter, the more curated (and competitive!) it becomes.
Scroll through below to find the best spots and start planning your Easter weekend.
"Aurora Easterpalooza
When: Saturday, April 4, 2026
This Saturday, visit Aurora for a delightful Easter-themed morning. Try your luck at egg fishing, take the family on an interactive story walk, traverse the hopstacle course and snap a photo with the Easter Bunny. For an exciting scavenger hunt with great prizes, download the Goosechase app before April 6 and join the fun.
Markham Easter Funfest
When: April 3–6, 2026
Throughout the entire Easter weekend, the Markham Fairgrounds will be buzzing with festivities. Take the kids for a spin on a midway ride or join them in a round of mini putt. Nosh on some carnival favourites, and join in on the Easter egg hunt in the barn.
Community Easter Egg Hunt Muskoka
When: Sunday, April 5, 2026
If you happen to be in cottage country over the weekend, stop by the Muskoka Pioneer Village for a family-friendly Easter egg hunt. With thousands of colourful, delicious chocolate eggs awaiting discovery, it’ll be a fun time for all. Bonus points to the lucky kids who finds the golden eggs tucked around the field — they’ll receive a special prize from the Nutty Chocolatier!
Sarnia Easter in the Park
When: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Celebrate Easter on the shores of Lake Huron this weekend. With family-friendly entertainment, including train rides, inflatables, face painting, a magic show and an Easter Bunny appearance, the kids will have a blast. Meet some furry friends the children’s animal farm and search for some Easter eggs, too.
Easter Eggstravaganza at Willowtree Farm
When: April 3–5, 2026
Journey down the enchanted Spring Forest Trail at Willowtree Farm and discover colourful eggs along the way. Listen to the Easter Bunny spin a magical tale and get the kids crafting at the greenhouse. A stop at the farm cafe will be a welcome treat for the grown-ups — as is a visit to the on-site farm market, featuring fresh produce and preserves.
Pickering Easter Parade
When: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Pickering is bringing the community together for a fun-filled Easter parade filled with buskers, clowns and festive floats. Afterwards, stop by the local Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 between 11 a.m. and 122 p.m. to continue the party with a BBQ. Take part in the annual Bonnet Contest (featuring not just bonnets but bikes, wagons and doll prams, too), and enjoy some games and live entertainment.
Easter Weekend at Friday Harbour
When: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Head over to the Friday Harbour resort community for a weekend filled with Easter delights. Sign the kids up for basket weaving and bag decorating, traditional Easter egg decorating or even a spring tie-dye activity. Events run from 12–3 p.m., and don’t miss out on the ninth annual egg drop, running from 2–3 p.m. (teams can pay $15 to join).
St Jacobs Farmers Market Easter Egg Hunt
When: Saturday, April 4, 2026
Southwestern Ontario’s favourite farmers’ market invites the family to celebrate Easter with an exciting morning of egg hunting. Running at three separate times (9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.), prepare to scour the farmyard in search of eggies, enjoy a meet and greet the Easter Bunny and explore Canada’s largest year round farmers’ market for some take-home goodies. Plus, some of the vendors will be offering Easter candy and treats — if you can find them!
Downey’s Easterfest
When: April 3–5, 2026
Book your tickets and stop by Downey’s Farm for a day of Easter family fun. Spot adorable baby farm animals, search for Easter eggs with the kids and hop aboard a wagon ride for a storybook adventure. Before heading home, explore the farm shop for tasty treats and freshly baked goods. You can also take part in an Easter dance party, let your inner artist shine at a bunny ears colouring station and have fun at a magic show."
Source: https://streetsoftoronto.com/travel/ontarios-best-easter-festivals-and-egg-hunts-in-2026/