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Look who's hopping into town for the top things to do in Boston this Easter Weekend 2024! Photo courtesy of the Cape Cod Central Railroad
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3/27/24 - By Kate Andrews

Looking for the best things to do in Boston this Easter weekend 2024? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Hop to it, Boston!  Easter weekend is here, and it's packed with egg-citement!  From farmyard fun to seaside surprises, there's an egg hunt waiting for you (even dino eggs for the adventurous!).  Plus, Sunday brings a brunch bonanza - don't miss out on all the deliciousness! For those who aren't celebrating Easter or seeking a unique way to spend the weekend, explore Raqib Shaw: Ballads of East and West, join the Open Studio at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, or delve into Mediterranean Marketplaces: Connecting the Ancient World.

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No need to hunt for the top Easter Weekend Events in Boston—they're all here! Photo courtesy of Good Pickin' Farm in Westford
No need to hunt for the top Easter Weekend Events in Boston—they're all here! Photo courtesy of Good Pickin' Farm in Westford

Top Things To Do - Easter Weekend 2024 in Boston

Peter Rabbit's Spring Egg Roll

Dover - Friday, March 29, 2024
Celebrate the Easter Holiday on the farm with an old-fashioned Easter Egg Roll! Children will compete in rolling wooden easter eggs – both in speed trials and on a slalom course. Each child will receive a prize for participation! READ MORE

Spring Spectacular & Egg Hunt

Berlin - Friday - Sunday, March 29 - March 31, 2024
Calling all parents and grandparents! Gather the Peeps and hop on down to the enchanted world of Peter Cottontail's carrot patch, the magical garden of cherry blossom trees, tulips, daffodils, and wisteria awaits. READ MORE

It's Bunny Photo Time

Braintree - Friday & Saturday, March 29 & March 30, 2024
Dress in your spring best and hop on over to the mall to meet the Easter Bunny. FastPass reservations are encouraged but walk-up visits will be accepted as time allows. READ MORE

Dino Egg Hunt

Portland, ME - Friday - Sunday, March 29 - March 31, 2024
The Easter Bunny let a mama dinosaur hide the eggs throughout the Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine. Children are invited to hunt for colorful eggs and the lucky golden egg. After the hunt stop by MakerSpace to create a dinosaur-themed craft, explore fossils, and have a tasty snack to finish out the celebration. READ MORE

Raqib Shaw Exhibit at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Boston - Friday - Sunday, March 29 - March 31, 2024
Raqib Shaw: Ballads of East and West at the Gardner Museum, co-curated with Zehra Jumabhoy, is an invitation to see the world as Raqib Shaw sees it: “An amalgamation, a hybrid, a cocktail.” As they arrive at the Museum, visitors will be greeted by newly commissioned work on the Anne H. Fitzpatrick façade, and in the Palace’s Fenway Gallery, visitors can dive into Shaw’s process. Then, in the Hostetter Gallery, explore twelve-years worth of paintings in which, like Shaw’s view of the world: “The more you look, the more it will reward you.” READ MORE

Mediterranean Marketplaces Exhibit at Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East

Cambridge - Friday & Sunday, March 29 & March 31, 2024
Mediterranean Marketplaces explores how the movement of goods, peoples, and ideas around the ancient Mediterranean transformed the lives and livelihoods of people at all levels of society, driving innovations that had lasting impacts—even on the modern world.  READ MORE

9th Annual Papa's Peeps Egg Hunt

Scarborough, ME - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Enjoy a day of free Easter fun at Ken's Place in Scarborough, ME. READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunt at the Farm

Lunenburg - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Join Lanni Orchards for the annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Farm! Enjoy seasonal fun and support a small local farm.  READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express

North Conway, NH - Saturday & Sunday, March 30 & March 31, 2024
New Hampsire's Conway Scenic Railroad is making Easter magic with multiple trips through the White Mountains. The Easter Bunny will be there to take photos and hand out goody bags to all kids. A scavenger hunt is included on the ride. READ MORE

Castle Hill Easter Egg Hunt

Newport, RI - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Newport's Castle Hill Inn hosts an Easter egg hunt on their lawn; over 1,000 eggs filled with treats await the children after the Easter Bunny cuts the starting ribbon. One lucky egg contains a free night at the inn. READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunt

East Bridgewater - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Grab tickets for this event featuring an Easter Egg Hunt. READ MORE

Spring Celebration & Easter Egg Hunt

Westford - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Hop on over to Good Pickin' Farm to celebrate the arrival of spring and the Easter Bunny. Kids can join in an Easter egg hunt, snuggle animals, meet the Easter Bunny and so much more. READ MORE

Open Studio at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Boston - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Stop by the Education Studio for lively drop-in art-making activities inspired by the Gardner collection. Projects vary each month and may explore a variety of skills, materials, and processes, including painting, sketching, printmaking, and book arts. READ MORE

Bunny Hop Train Rides

Adams - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Adams, Massachusetts' Berkshire Scenic Railway offers two weekends of Easter-themed rides on their vintage trains. The Easter Bunny will be there handing out colored eggs for the kids. READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunt & Family Fun Day

Canton - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Head over to the ICC for an Easter Family Breakfast. The Easter Bunny will be on-site alongside a full morning of Art's N' Crafts, Music, Song & Dance! READ MORE

Easter Bunny Tea Party

East Bridgewater - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Check out the new barn at Pony Town and join the Easter Bunny for a tea party.  READ MORE

Taylor, The Next Jedi: An Improvised Star Wars at Asylum Improv

Boston - Saturday & Sunday, March 30 & March 31, 2024
Taylor, The Next Jedi: An Improvised Star Wars Parody is a fun-filled, all-ages interactive show where the audience shapes the newest legendary story inspired by our favorite interstellar characters. Each show is driven by audience suggestions, and the star of the show, Taylor, the Next Jedi is picked from the audience. READ MORE

Kittery Easter Egg Hunt

Kittery, ME - Saturday, March 30, 2024
The Kittery Community Center Easter Egg Hunt open to children ages 2-10. Two hunts will take place: 9:00AM (ages 2-5) & 10:00AM (ages 6-10)! READ MORE

Photos with the Bunny

Natick - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Don't miss out on a visit with the Easter Bunny at the Natick Mall. READ MORE

Easter Brunch at the Inn at Hastings Park

Lexington - Sunday, March 31, 2024
The Inn at Hastings Park's Town Meeting Bistro is hosting a family-friendly Easter brunch. Activities include an egg hunt and a visit from the Easter Bunny. READ MORE

Easter Brunch Cruise

Boston - Sunday, March 31, 2024
Get out on the water this Easter on this 2-hour cruise with an Easter brunch, onboard DJ, and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. READ MORE

Easter Brunch at Hampshire House

Boston - Sunday, March 31, 2024
Enjoy an intimate three-course Easter brunch at this historic Beacon Hill establishment. READ MORE

Easter Brunch at Boston Harbor Hotel

Boston - Sunday, March 31, 2024
Spend the holiday enjoying the food, drink, merriment, and spectacle of the Boston Harbor Hotel. Enjoy a prix-fixe brunch filled with holiday favorites, listen to the Marlene Jazz Ensemble, and make memories with the iconic Boston Harbor as your backdrop.  READ MORE

Easter Sunday Brunch Train

Hyannis - Sunday, March 31, 2024
The Cape Cod Central Railroad departs for a 2.5 hour brunch excursion on Easter Sunday. Look for the first signs of spring from the restored railcars, with premium seating available in the full-length dome cars. Arrive early for photos with the Easter Bunny! READ MORE

Marsha and the Positrons

Brookline - Sunday, March 31, 2024
Marsha and the Positrons are a DC-based kindie (kids + indie rock) band specializing in fun, clever songs about science & how the world works with positive social messages! READ MORE

Easter Brunch at LaBelle Winery

Amherst, NH - Sunday, March 31, 2024
Spend Easter Sunday with LaBelle Winery for a relaxing, family-focused holiday. The Easter Bunny will be in attendance throughout the event. READ MORE
Dino egg...Easter egg...they're all fun for the whole family! Dinos Among Us photo courtesy of the Roger Williams Zoo
Dino egg...Easter egg...they're all fun for the whole family! Dinos Among Us photo courtesy of the Roger Williams Zoo

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Places featured in this article:

Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine
Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East
Old Colony YMCA - East Bridgewater
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Berkshire Scenic Railway
Kittery Community Center
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot
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