Easter Events in NYC

by | Mar 24, 2016 | Downtown Living, Events

Easter is fast approaching and there are plenty of festive activities to enjoy in NYC. Grab your family, your easter baskets and your pastels and head into town for these fun Easter events.

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Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo at The High Line Hotel

10 am – Noon Sunday, March 27th

Families can enjoy animals, egg hunting and face painting in the hotel’s garden.

 

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Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival 

10 am at Various Locations Sunday, March 27th

This tradition began in the 1800s when women would parade around in their easter attire post services. So break out your bonnets and come watch the paraders’ head-turning headgear.

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Spring Extravaganza at the Queens Zoo

11 am on Saturday, March 26th and Sunday, March 27th

This two-day event includes crafts, egg hunts and meet-and-greets with giant Flemish rabbits!

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New York City Fire Museum Easter Egg Hunt

10 am Saturday, March 26th

This exciting easter egg hunt takes place inside the Engine 30 firehouse!

IMG_1503La Maison du Chocolat Easter-Themed Sweets

This illustrious french chocolatier has easter-themed sweets that look good enough to eat. They would be a welcome and festive addition to any easter basket.

-by Johanna Silver

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