Easter is one of those special times of year that just screams fun, chocolate, and sunshine. It’s not just about hiding eggs (though, let’s be honest, that’s one of the best parts!). Easter is a chance to gather with family, try new activities, get crafty, and make memories that last long after the last jellybean is eaten.

Whether you’re hosting a big family gathering, hanging out with kids, or even celebrating solo, there’s something for everyone in this Easter bucket list. Grab a basket (or two) and let’s fill it with fun!

1. Go on an Easter Egg Hunt

No Easter bucket list would be complete without an Easter egg hunt. But we’re not talking about a basic backyard scramble. You can get creative:

• Glow-in-the-dark eggs: Perfect for an evening hunt. Hide glow sticks or LED lights in plastic eggs. Kids (and adults!) will love the thrill of finding them in the dark.

• Treasure map hunt: Draw a simple map or write clues leading to “hidden treasure” eggs around your yard or home. Make it a mini adventure!

• Golden egg challenge: Hide one special golden egg with a bigger prize inside. It could be a little toy, money, or a voucher for a special activity.

Tip: Mix candy-filled eggs with small toys, stickers, or fun notes to keep things exciting.

2. Make Easter Crafts

Crafting is a must-do for Easter. It’s colorful, fun, and lets everyone’s creativity shine. Here are some ideas that are easy and super cute:

• Decorate eggs: Try natural dyes with beets, turmeric, or spinach. Or go wild with stickers, paint, and glitter!

• Bunny ears headbands: Cut out ears from paper or felt, add a headband, and let kids decorate them with pom-poms and sequins.

• Easter wreaths: Use a foam circle, glue on pastel eggs, flowers, or ribbons, and hang it on your front door for a festive touch.

• Handprint bunnies: Trace little hands to make bunny shapes on paper, then add cotton ball tails.

Pro tip: Lay down a newspaper or tablecloth if you’re using paint. Cleanup is half the battle!

Easter Handprint Art

3. Bake Easter Treats

Easter is basically an excuse to eat chocolate, right? Easter baking is a fun way to celebrate the holiday and makes your house smell amazing. You don’t have to be a pro to whip up something festive:

• Easter cupcakes: Top cupcakes with pastel frosting, mini chocolate eggs, or bunny-shaped sprinkles.

• Carrot cake muffins: A little healthier, but still sweet and full of flavor. Add cream cheese frosting for extra yum.

• Chocolate nests: Melt chocolate, mix with cereal or coconut, shape into nests, and add candy eggs on top. Instant cuteness!

• Rice Krispie bunnies: Make rice krispie treats, shape them like bunnies, and decorate with icing and candy.

Extra fun: Turn it into a baking challenge. See who can decorate the funniest or most creative Easter egg treat.

4. Plan an Easter Movie Marathon

Sometimes, the best way to spend Easter is cozying up on the couch with some popcorn and a good movie. Here’s a mix of classics and family favorites:

• Hop (2011) – The silly, sweet story of the Easter Bunny learning about friendship.

• Peter Rabbit (2018) – Mischief, veggies, and laughs all around.

• It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown! (1974) – A classic Peanuts favorite that never gets old.

• The Dog Who Saved Easter (2014) – Cute dogs, family fun, and Easter vibes galore.

Tip: Set up a “movie snack station” with bunny-shaped cookies, pastel M&Ms, and juice boxes for kids. Adults can enjoy coffee, tea, or a mimosa (if it’s that kind of Easter).

5. Host an Easter Brunch

Easter is the perfect excuse to eat all the brunch foods. Whether you’re inviting friends or keeping it family-only, make it special with some festive touches:

• Decorate the table: Use pastel napkins, small floral arrangements, and mini chocolate eggs scattered around.

• Fun menu ideas: Deviled eggs, fruit salad, pancakes with bunny shapes, quiches, cinnamon rolls, or carrot muffins.

• DIY beverage bar: Offer coffee, tea, juice, and even a sparkling punch with floating berries.

Pro tip: Make it a potluck! Everyone loves bringing a favorite dish, and it makes hosting easier.

6. Go on a Nature Scavenger Hunt

Easter is in spring, which means flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and the world is waking up. Turn a walk in the park into an Easter adventure:

• Items to find: Different colored flowers, birds’ nests, bunny tracks, small rocks, or even a feather.

• Make it competitive: Give each participant a bag and see who finds the most items first.

• Take pictures: Instead of collecting everything, snap photos to remember your finds. It’s eco-friendly and fun!

Bonus: You can tie this in with an egg hunt by adding “nature eggs”, eggs that hide clues to specific nature finds.

7. Play Easter Games

Games are an easy way to get everyone laughing and moving. Here are some fun ideas:

• Egg and spoon race: Classic but always a hit. Add obstacles for an extra challenge.

• Bunny hop relay: Kids (or adults!) hop like bunnies to the finish line. Guaranteed giggles.

• Easter bingo: Make cards with eggs, bunnies, flowers, and chicks. Use candy or coins as markers.

• Pin the Tail on the Bunny: A fun twist on a classic party game.

Tip: Don’t overthink rules. Sometimes the sillier the game, the more fun it is!

Easter Games Bundle

8. Volunteer or Give Back

Easter is a great time to spread kindness. Getting the family involved in giving back can be just as rewarding as candy hunts:

• Donate to a food bank: Collect canned goods or holiday treats for those in need.

• Make Easter baskets for kids in shelters: Include small toys, chocolate, or a handmade card.

• Visit neighbors: Deliver baked treats or cards to spread some Easter cheer.

Even small gestures can make a big difference and teach kids the joy of giving.

9. DIY Easter Photo Booth

Capture memories with a themed photo setup. It doesn’t need to be fancy:

• Backdrop: Use a pastel sheet or a paper garland of eggs and bunnies.

• Props: Bunny ears, baskets, funny signs, and oversized chocolate eggs.

• Fun poses: Hop like a bunny, peek from behind a giant egg, or pretend to eat chocolate.

Pro tip: Use a smartphone tripod or timer for hands-free pictures. Later, you can make a mini photo album or digital collage.

10. Try an Egg Decorating Contest

Egg decorating can get creative and competitive. Try these twists:

• Painted designs: Go beyond solid colors — try patterns, stripes, or tiny illustrations.

• Sticker and washi tape eggs: Less messy, but just as fun.

• Glow eggs: Use glow paint and admire your glowing creations in a dark room.

• Guess the egg: One person hides eggs with small notes or drawings inside, and others guess what’s inside before opening.

Winner gets bragging rights, a small prize, or the first pick of the chocolate stash!

11. Plant Spring Flowers

Easter is all about fresh starts and growth. Planting flowers or seeds is a fun way to celebrate the season:

• Flower pots: Decorate small pots and plant marigolds, tulips, or daisies.

• Herb garden: Plant basil, mint, or rosemary. Kids love watching their little green friends grow.

• Garden decorations: Make tiny signs or Easter-themed markers to label your plants.

Bonus: It’s a way to extend the holiday fun — you’ll have blooms to enjoy all spring!

12. Host a Virtual Easter Party

If you can’t be together in person, no worries! Technology has you covered:

• Virtual egg hunt: Hide eggs in a designated area at home, show clues over a video call, and see who finds them first.

• Online crafts: Share a craft project via video and show off your creations together.

• Storytime: Read an Easter book or make up a holiday story.

It’s a fun way to connect with family or friends far away and still feel part of the celebration.

Easter Emoji Pictionary

13. Make an Easter Playlist

Music makes everything better. Put together a playlist to keep the holiday vibes going:

• Kid-friendly songs: “Here Comes Peter Cottontail,” “Little Bunny Foo Foo,” or “The Bunny Hop.”

• Feel-good tunes: Add upbeat pop or classic hits for dancing while you decorate eggs or bake.

• Relaxing background music: Soft acoustic or piano melodies for a calm brunch or craft session.

Pro tip: Turn it into a family tradition, everyone adds their favorite song to the playlist each year.

14. Create an Easter Scavenger Hunt Indoors

For rainy days or smaller spaces, an indoor scavenger hunt is perfect:

• Clues: Write simple riddles or draw pictures for younger kids.

• Challenges: Include little tasks like “hop like a bunny to the sofa” or “find something green in the kitchen.”

• Prizes: Fill eggs with chocolate, stickers, or small toys for extra motivation.

It keeps kids moving and thinking and makes the day exciting, even inside.

Indoor Easter Treasure Hunt

15. Host a Family Game Night

Easter evening is perfect for slowing down and enjoying some games together:

• Board games: Think classic family favorites like Candy Land, Sorry!, or Connect 4.

• Card games: Uno, Go Fish, or even a simple matching game with Easter cards.

• Minute-to-win-it Easter games: Stack candy eggs, toss jellybeans into cups, or balance an egg on a spoon.

Tip: Add a little prize for the winner, maybe the first pick of leftover chocolate!

Easter Escape Room

16. Make DIY Easter Decorations

Decorating can be part of the fun, not just a setup task:

• Egg garlands: String plastic or paper eggs together to hang across a mantel or doorway.

• Paper bunnies: Cut out bunny silhouettes and decorate with markers, stickers, or glitter.

• Centerpieces: Use a basket, fresh flowers, and a few chocolate eggs to make a cute table display.

Involve everyone in making decorations, it doubles as a craft activity and makes your home festive.

17. Host a “Chocolate Tasting”

Take chocolate appreciation to a new level:

• Variety pack: Get different kinds of chocolate, milk, dark, white, and flavored.

• Blind taste test: Have everyone guess the type of chocolate or the flavors.

• Pair it up: Add fruit, marshmallows, or even a little sea salt to see what combos taste best.

Tip: Make it silly! Blindfolds, funny faces, and exaggerated reactions are all part of the fun.

18. Write an Easter Journal

Journaling can make Easter even more meaningful:

• Memory log: Write about your favorite moments, funny mishaps, or crafts you made.

• Gratitude list: Jot down things you’re thankful for this spring.

• Future wishes: Note what you hope next Easter will bring.

Kids can illustrate theirs with stickers, doodles, or drawings of their favorite Easter moments.

19. Take an Easter Family Photo

Even if you have a photo booth setup, taking a proper family picture is a great idea:

• Coordinated outfits: Pastel colors, bunny sweaters, or fun Easter hats.

• Outdoor shots: Spring flowers make a beautiful backdrop.

• Creative shots: Capture candid moments while hiding eggs or decorating cupcakes.

Later, you can turn it into a card, print for the fridge, or frame it as a keepsake.

20. Reflect and Relax

After all the excitement, it’s nice to slow down and just enjoy the day. Easter is about joy, family, and renewal. Take some time to:

• Sip a warm drink and watch kids play with their new goodies.

• Read an Easter story or poem together.

• Just relax and enjoy the little moments, laughter, hugs, and chocolate-filled smiles.

Remember, the best part of Easter isn’t the eggs or candy, it’s the memories you make with the people you love.

This Easter bucket list is packed with ideas to make your holiday extra special. From egg hunts and crafts to baking, games, and family fun, there’s something here for every age and interest.

Don’t feel like you need to do everything, pick your favorites, make your own traditions, and enjoy the magic of the season.