2026 Long Island Easter brunches, parades and egg hunts

Through April 4: Roosevelt Field 

630 Old Country Rd., Uniondale 

Take photos with the Easter Bunny in the "Spring Garden" at North Court. Caring bunny, a sensory-friendly experience for those with special needs takes place 9 to 10:30 a.m. March 22 with sensory activities and giveaways available until supplies last (reservations required). Take pet photos with the Easter Bunny 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. March 15 (enter through the doors by Dick's Sporting Goods).

• When Timed sessions 
• Cost Photo packages start at $39.99. Make reservations on: whereisbunny.com
• More info simon.com, 516-742-8000 

Through April 4: Walt Whitman Shops

160 Walt Whitman Rd., Huntington Station

Take photos with the Easter Bunny at Center Court. Photos with Caring Bunny take place 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. March 22 (reservations required). Pet photos with the Easter bunny will be held 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 15 (enter through the Saks entrance on the Route 110 side of the mall).

• When Timed sessions 
• Cost Packages start at $39.99. Make reservations on: whereisbunny.com
• More info simon.com, 631-271-1741

Through April 4: Smith Haven Mall

313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove

Visit the Bunny Garden in Center Court for photos with the Easter Bunny. Pet photos with the Easter Bunny take place 6:30 to 8 p.m. March 30 (enter through the mall entrance located between Macy's and Texas de Brazil). Caring Bunny photos will be held 9 to 10:30 a.m. March 22  (reservations required).

• When Timed sessions 
• Cost Photo packages start at $39.99; Make reservations on: whereisbunny.com
• More info simon.com, 631-724-1433 

Through April 4: South Shore Mall

1701 Sunrise Hwy., Bay Shore

Take pictures with the Easter Bunny and hop into the Kidz Bop Bunny Dance Party.

• When Times vary
• Cost Packages start at $39.99. Make reservations on: whereisbunny.com
• More info southshoremallrealty.com, 631-665-8600 

March 20 through April 4: Green Acres Mall 

Sunrise Highway, Valley Stream

Visit and take photos with the Easter Bunny. Pet photos with the Easter Bunny takes place 4 to 7 p.m. March 23; Caring Bunny photos will be held 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. March 22. Join Bunny Tales Storytime at 2 p.m. March 26.

• When Timed sessions 
• Cost Packages start at $39.99. Make reservations on: whereisbunny.com
• More info greenacresmallonline.com, 516-561-1157 

March 14: Eggstravaganza!

Village Square, 116 North Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst

Participants will be given a bag to collect eggs from businesses in the downtown area (a map will be available). Attendees can visit the petting zoo and take a photo with the Easter bunnies located at the gazebo and the Lindenhurst Fire Department's main house on South Wellwood Avenue.

• When11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; rain date: March 15
• Cost Free
• More info lindenhurstlibrary.org, 631-957-7500 

March 20: Easter workshop at Children's Museum of the East End

376 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Tpke., Bridgehampton

The egg painting workshop explores the tradition of Pysanky eggs and other classic styles of egg painting from Eastern Europe. Paint and take home your eggs.

• When 5 to 6 p.m. 
• Cost $30 for members/ $50 for nonmember family (for ages 3.5 and up); advanced registration required 
• More info cmee.org, 631-537-8250 

March 21: Spring Festival and egg hunt at Sweetbriar Nature Center

62 Eckernkamp Dr., Smithtown

Bring your own basket or bag to collect eggs or buy one at the center. There will be games, live animal presentations, whisker face painting and refreshments available for purchase from food trucks. 

• When 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; rain date: March 22
• Cost $20 per child ages 2 and older, $5 for adults; $25 day of event; advanced registration required 
• More info sweetbriar.org, 631-979-6344

March 28: East Hampton

On the lawn of the Ladies Village Improvement Society, 95 Main St., East Hampton

Bring a basket and win prizes if you find the golden egg. Families can take photos with the Easter Bunny.

• When 11 a.m.
• Cost Free
• More info lvis.org

March 28: Farmingdale 

Village Green, 361 Main St., Farmingdale

Bring a basket to collect Easter eggs (for children ages 11 and younger), arrive by 10:45 a.m., followed by picture taking with the bunny at the gazebo. In case of inclement weather, the event moves inside Village Hall. 

• When 11 a.m. to noon (arrive by 10:45 a.m.)
• Cost Free
• More info farmingdalevillage.gov, 516-249-0093 

March 28: Commack 

Saw Mill Intermediate School, 103 New Highway, Commack

Bring a basket to hunt for the golden eggs with prizes, pictures with the Easter Bunny, a food truck and bounce house.

• When Noon to 3 p.m.
• Cost Free
• More info Register on: allevents.in 

March 28: St. James 

Deepwells Farm County Park, Route 25A and Taylor Lane, St. James

Kids (ages 1-10 years old) can hunt for eggs at the spring egg hunt in the fields.

• When 1 p.m.
• Cost Free
• More info stjameschamber.org, 631-584-8510

March 28: American Airpower Museum

Hangar 3: 1230 New Highway, Farmingdale

Bring your own basket and hunt for eggs, take pictures with the Easter Bunny and visit the bunny patch to and adopt a bunny or chick (plush toy, not live animals). Guests can also take an Easter tram ride around Hangar 3.

• When 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Cost $20, $15 seniors/vets; $10 ages 3-12
• More info americanairpowermuseum.org, 631-293-6398

March 28: Orient Beach State Park

40000 Main Rd., Orient

Bring a basket or bag to collect eggs during the egg hunt. Bring nonperishable food items.

• When 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; rain date: 1 p.m. March 29
• Cost Free
• More info parks.ny.gov, 631-323-2440 

March 28: Belmont Lake State Park

Exit 38 off the Southern State Park, North Babylon

Attendees can try to fill their basket with the most eggs during a festive egg hunt. Bring a bag or basket.

• When Noon to 3 p.m.; rain date: March 29
• Cost Free
• More info parks.ny.gov, 631-667-5055 

March 28-29 and April 2-5: White Post Farms

250 Old Country Rd., Melville

Families can meet the Easter Bunny, join an egg hunt, visit the bunny holding station, see a comedy and magic show and explore a Easter-themed dinosaur adventure.

• When10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cost $31.95 cash or $35.95 online
• More info whitepostfarms.com, 631-351-9373

April 1: Stew Leonard's

261 Airport Plaza, Farmingdale; 1897 Front St., East Meadow

Hunt for Easter eggs followed by photos with the Easter Bunny. Eggs will be filled with candy and chances to win prizes. Recommended for ages 8 and younger.

• When 4 to 5:30 p.m. 
• Cost Free; tickets are required 
• More info Get tickets at eventbrite.com; stewleonards.com, Farmingdale: 516-962-8210; East Meadow: 516-394-9001

April 2-4: Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery

1660 RTE. 25A, Cold Spring Harbor

Participate in one of the 20-minute egg hunt sessions from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. scheduled throughout the day.

• When Timed sessions 
• Cost $12 through age 6, $5 helper siblings ages 7-12, $7 adults
• More info Register in advance on cshfishhatchery.org, 516-692-6768 

April 2-4: Center for Science, Teaching and Learning

1450 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre

Hunt along the wooded trails for eggs with surprises in them.

• When 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Cost Free with museum admission: $15; $12 children ages 1-12
• More info cstl.org

April 4: The Great Big Easter Egg Hunt

Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury in the South Alee

Listen to a reading of the classic "Peter Rabbit" tale followed by an egg hunt in the Cottage Garden for ages 3 to 6. Bags will be provided.

• When 10:30 to 11 a.m. and noon to 12:30 p.m. Each ticket is valid for one time slot only.
• Cost $22, $12 per child; advanced registration required 
• More info oldwestburygardens.org, 516-333-0048

April 4: Montauk Eggstravaganza 

743 Montauk Hwy., Montauk

The event features games, an egg hunt and a chance to win prizes on the Montauk Green. Easter baskets and bunny ears are given to children ages 10 and younger. Kids can join a sack race and win prizes.

• When 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
• Cost Free 
• More info montaukchamber.com, 631-668-2428

April 4: Mitchell Park 

115 Front St., Greenport

The family-friendly event includes activities, an egg roll and magic show with magician Didi Maxx.

• When 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
• Cost Free
• More info greenportvillage.com, 631-477-0248 

April 4: Easter Eggstravaganza at the Shoppes

East Wind Long Island, 5768 Route 25A, Wading River

The event features an egg hunt (1 p.m. bring basket and bags), face painting, bounce house, carousel rides and visit and photos with the Easter Bunny.

• When 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
• Cost Free
• More info Sign up for a time slot with the Easter Bunny at eastwindlongisland.com, 631-929-3500 

April 4: Caroline Episcopal Church

Marco C. Smith Building, 18 Caroline Ave., Setauket

The Easter egg hunt features games, prizes, snacks, a live magic show and face painting. Bring your own basket to collect eggs.

• When10 to 11:30 a.m.
• Cost Free
• More info carolinechurch.net, 631-941-4245.

April 5: Mashashimuet Park in Sag Harbor 

395 Main  St., Sag Harbor

The Sag Harbor Lions Club holds an Easter egg hunt, bring your own bag or basket, also pony rides for a donation. The park is at the intersection of Main Street and Jermain Avenue, on the south side of the village.

• When 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Cost Free event
• More info 631-749-4219, mashashimuetpark.org

April 5: Cathedral of the Incarnation

36 Cathedral Ave., Garden City

Kids can hunt for eggs and meet the Easter Bunny.

• When10 to 11 a.m.
• Cost Free
• More info incarnationgc.org, 516-746-2955

April 4: Crazy Hat Parade in Bellport

161 South Country Rd.

Join the Easter Crazy Hat Parade, meet at 11:30 a.m. in front of the Bellport Fire Department and, at noon, the marching steps off on South Country Road. The Bellport Fire Department and its antique fire truck leads the way, traveling to the Village Gazebo off Bell Street. Take photos with the bunny at the gazebo where jelly beans and eggs with prizes will be given out. First, second and third prizes for best hats.

• When Noon
• Cost Free
• More info bellportchamber.org, 631-902-0612 

April 4: Port Jefferson Chamber Easter Parade and egg hunt

412 Main St.

Join in on a walking Easter parade at 12:45 p.m. kicking off at Theatre Three and concluding at Harborfront Park, Port Jefferson Village Center, 101A E. Broadway. An Easter egg hunt follows at the park for ages 2-8 with photo ops with the Easter Bunny beginning at 12:55 p.m. and photos with the bunny at 1:15 p.m. 

• When Parade starts at 12:45 p.m. 
• Cost Free
• More info portjeffchamber.com, 631-473-1414 

April 4: Bellmore Easter Parade

Assembly in front of Bellmore Movies at 222 Pettit Ave.

Wear your Easter finest and watch the parade and take pictures with the bunny. 

• When Parade starts at noon
• Cost Free; free Easter eggs to all children 12 and younger
• More info bellmorechamber.com, 516-679-1875

April 5: Garden City Easter Vintage Car Parade

Franklin Avenue, west on Seventh Street

Watch as antique cars and trucks parade down Franklin Avenue, west on Seventh Street. Before the parade, classic car participants gather in parking lot Field 9E East Side of Franklin Avenue between Ninth and 11th streets at 9 a.m. 

• When Noon to 2 p.m.
• Cost Free for spectators; $20 early car registration, $25 day of

• More info gardencitychamber.org, 516-746-7724. 

April 5: Easter dawn worship service

Jones Beach, Field 6, Ocean Parkway, Wantagh

Join a service with singing and prayer as dawn approaches. Bring chair and blankets.

• When 6 a.m.
• Cost Free
• More info longislandcouncilofchurches.org. 516-565-0290

March 15: Brunch with the Easter Bunny at Plattduetsche Park

1132 Hempstead Tpke. 

Kids can enjoy brunch with the bunny and his friends featuring scrambled eggs, pancakes, chicken cordon bleu, tortellini in Alfredo sauce, chicken fingers and more. A photo with the bunny and a spring treat included, also face painting will be available.

• When 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Cost $58, $36 ages 2-12
• More info parkrestaurant.com, 516-354-3131  

March 21-22; 28-29; April 4-5: Milleridge Inn

585 North Broadway, Jericho

Bring the kids for an Easter breakfast buffet and take photos with the Easter Bunny. 

• When Every half hour between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. March 21-22; March 28-29 and April 4
• Cost $49.95, $32.95 ages 2-12; reservations required

Prix-Fixe Dinner and Grand Buffet: Enjoy a prix-fixe dinner me nu.  

• When Noon a.m. to 6 p.m. April 5. Grand buffet with children's entertainment with face painting, balloon twisting, DJ and petting zoo; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 5
• Cost Prix fixe menu is $79.95, $39.95 ages 2-12, Grand buffet is $79.95, $39.95 ages 2-12; reservations required.
• More info milleridgeinn.com, 516-931-2201 

March 28-29: Breakfast at Stew Leonard's 

1897 Front St., East Meadow; 261 Airport Plaza, Farmingdale

Join the Easter Bunny and friends for a buffet-style breakfast and pictures with the bunny. 

• When 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at East Meadow; 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Farmingdale
• Cost $19.99 ages 12 and older; $17.99 ages 3-11
• More info Tickets must be purchased in advance on eventbrite.com, stewleonards.com, East Meadow: 516-394-9001; Farmingdale: 516-962-8210 

April 4: Brunch with the Easter Bunny at The Roslyn, Hotel Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn

Meet the Easter Bunny for brunch and bottomless brunch beverages for the adults. Every child gets a gift from the Easter Bunny. DJ, photo booth, children's activities and photos with the Easter Bunny included. Cash bar available.

• When 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
• Cost $49, $29 ages 3-12; reserve by March 27.
• More info Reservations required, events.eventzilla.net, 516-625-2700 

April 4-5: Brunch at Bayville Adventure Park

8 Bayville Ave, Bayville

Hop on over for brunch with the Easter Bunny and enjoy chicken fingers, pasta, a grilled cheese sandwich, an ice cream sundae and more. Arts and crafts and an egg hunt available at an additional cost.

• When 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cost $36.75, $24.75 kids under 10. Rides not included in price.
• More info bayvilleadventurepark.com, 516-624-7433 

April 5: Brunch at Long Island Aquarium 

431 E. Main St., Riverhead

Enjoy Easter brunch at the aquarium in the waterfront Sea Star Ballroom. Brunch menu includes French toast casserole with berry compote, an omelet station and more. A craft station for the kids and a visit from the Easter Bunny included. Visit the aquarium before or after brunch and participate in the penguin scavenger egg hunt.

• When 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m.
• Cost $78 ages 13 and older, $42 ages 3-12, $10.35 ages 2 and younger. Admission to the aquarium is included in the brunch fee.
• More info longislandaquarium.com, 631-208-9200 

April 5: Easter Celebration in the Grand Ballroom

East Wind Long Island, 5720 NY-25A, Wading River

Celebrate Easter with a gourmet brunch buffet. The Easter Bunny will be present for pictures.

• When Seatings available at 10:30 and 11 a.m., 1:30, 2, 4:30 and 5 p.m. (two hour seatings)
• Cost $74.95, $35.95 ages 3-10; reservations required.
• More info eastwindlongisland.com, 631-929-3500 

April 5: Brunch at Fox Hollow

7725 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury

Kids can take pictures with the Easter Bunny and enjoy a brunch with muffins and Danish to start and then entree items and dessert. A separate dinner with the Easter Bunny follows. 

• When Brunch: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.: 3 to 7 p.m.
• Cost Brunch: $59.95, $29.95 ages younger than 10. Dinner: $64.95; $29.95 for ages younger than 10. Advanced purchase required. Price doesn’t include taxes and service fee. Call for reservations.
• More info thefoxhollow.com, 516-921-1415

Compiled By Lynn Petry