DENVER – Easter weekend festivities are just around the corner and there are many things happening in the Denver metro area and beyond that you can enjoy with the whole family.
1.) Easter Party 2017 at Topgolf Centennial
Topgolf Centennial is hosting an Easter Party event full of festivities for the little ones. Take some photos with the Easter Bunny, go on an Easter egg hunt or enjoy other Easter-themed crafts.
When: Sunday, April 16
Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Cost: $5
Age: Kids 12 and under
2.) Easter Eggstravaganza in Broomfield
Broomfield is hosting an Eggstravaganza featuring the 23rd annual Egg Scramble at the Broomfield Community Center and Park, 280 Spader Way.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Age: Kids 12 and under
3.) Bunny Bolt 5K/10K at City Park
The 6th Annual Bunny Bolt 5K/10K at City Park in Denver is for the whole family, not just the little ones.
The event features Denver’s only Golden Egg Hunt for adults. As you move along the course, you’ll find many awesome prizes if you are able to find the precious golden eggs.
You can also enjoy a free yoga class, and get some cool prizes such as a race t-shirt, a goody bag, free photo downloads and a chance to win other prizes. Bring the kids for the 1K Rabbit Rush, the massive Easter Egg Hunt, face painting, balloon artists and photos with the Easter Bunny.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Register online here for the runs; other events are free
Age: No age restrictions
4.) Easter Candy Hunt in Henderson
Kids will get the chance to hunt for candy around the Mile High Flea Market in Henderson. Get a raffle ticket and you can get the chance to win one of many prizes after the hunt.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: Free for children 11 and under. Ask the market for adult admission
Age: No age restrictions
5.) Easter Bunny Breakfast and Brunch at Downtown Denver Aquarium
Kids are invited to have breakfast or brunch with the Easter Bunny at the Downtown Denver Aquarium. Not only that, they’ll also get a chance to go on Easter egg hunts, take photos with the Easter Bunny and get 50 percent off exhibit entry and 15 percent off retail purchases with $25 minimum purchase.
When: Saturday, April 15 (Breakfast); Sunday, April 16 (Brunch)
Time: Breakfast is at 8:30 a.m. or 9:45 a.m.; Brunch is from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $39.99 for adults; $34.99 for seniors (65+); $19.99 for kids ages 3 through 10 and kids ages 2 and younger eat free. Purchase tickets for breakfast online and reserve brunch by calling (303) 561-4450.
Age: No age restrictions
6.) Bunny Trail at the Children’s Museum of Denver Marsico Campus
The Bunny Trail at the Children’s Museum of Denver’s Easter extravaganza is full of art projects, good treats and Easter Bunny visits. Want to learn something new? Hop your way to the Children's Museum of Denver this weekend to have a good time.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: Museum admission
Age: No age restriction
7.) Easter Eggstravaganza at the Glendale Sports Center
Come with the whole family to celebrate Easter at the Glendale Sports Center’s annual Easter Eggstravaganza! There will be an egg hunt at Infinity Park Sports Field, so make sure to bring your Easter basket and camera to create some good memories for you and your children. The Easter Bunny will also be hopping by for a visit.
When: Saturday, April 15
Where: Infinity Park, 4599 East Tennessee Avenue
Time: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free of charge
Age: No age restrictions
8.) Bunny Express Train at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden
This is an annual tradition for the City of Golden. Hop along with the whole family on the Bunny Express Train and experience what it was like to travel by train over 100 years ago.
Spike the Railyard Hound will be handing out candy with the help of the Easter Bunny.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5 for children, free for kids 2 and under. Purchase your tickets online.
Age: No age restrictions
9.) Take photos with the Easter Bunny in Westminster
Want to have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny? Then come on down to The Orchard Town Center in Westminster’s entertainment stage. You can bring your own camera and take free photos against a spring backdrop. There will also be special giveaways for kids to take home.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Age: No restrictions
10.) Take photos with the Easter Bunny in Aurora
The Easter Bunny is also hopping by the Town Center at Aurora for Easter family photos! You’ll find the bunny on the lower level in front of Dillard’s.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: Depends on your photo package
Age: No age restrictions
11.) Take photos with the Easter Bunny in Lakewood
Colorado Mills will be hosting their annual Easter celebration, offering both young and old the chance to take part in fun, seasonal photos with the Easter Bunny.
Kids will also have the opportunity to play and build LEGO models they can take home with them at the end of the day.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: Depends on your photo package
Age: No age restrictions
12.) Highlands Ranch Easter Egg Hunt
The Highlands Ranch Community Association claims this is the largest Easter Egg Hunt in the city with over 25,000 coveted eggs hidden and waiting to be found. The Easter Bunny will be hopping by Northridge Park to take a photo with your whole family – bring your own camera!
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Age: Children 11 and under
13.) Hoppin’ Half
The Hoppin’ Half is being hosted by Stapleton Run Series at Central Park in Stapleton. Join in for the 5K, the 10K, the Half Marathon or bring your child for the Kid’s Cottontail Fun Run, or the Old Fashioned Sack Race. There will be other Easter weekend activities as well as music, food and drinks.
When: Saturday, April 15
Time: Registration is from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.; event starts at 9 a.m.
Cost: $45 for the 5K; $50 for the 10K and Half-Marathon, $20 for the Kid’s Cottontail Fun Run.
Age: No age restrictions
BONUS:
Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks
“On Resurrection Sunday (April 16), 2017, the Colorado Council of Churches will host its 70th Annual Easter Sunrise Service at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and we will commemorate the 500th anniversary of The Reformation!” reads the event’s Facebook page.
In 2015, the service broke a record with an estimated 14,000 attendees, with another 7,000 watching the service online. Make sure to check out our 7 tips for attending Red Rocks Easter Sunrise Service
When: Sunday, April 16
Time: 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Age: No age restrictions
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