Check out all of the great Easter events in the area. There are egg hunts, bunny visits, marshmallow drops, and more!
Birmingham
Sunday, April 16. 2017- 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Easter Sunday Brunch at The Community House
The Community House- 380 South Bates, Birmingham, MI 48009
Let's do the cooking! Enjoy a beautiful Easter Brunch with family and friends in the gorgeous ballroom! Meet the Easter Bunny and have a 5-entree buffet. Reservations required. 248.644.5832 or program@communityhouse.com.
Clawson
Saturday, April 8, 2017 at 10 am
Easter Egg Hunt
Clawson City Park- 935 N. Custer Ave., Clawson, MI 48017
Join the Easter Bunny looking for eggs! Bring a camera and basket. Arrive early because the Easter Bunny’s job is done in a blink of an eye. For ages 1-12.
Royal Oak
Friday, April 14, 2017 & Saturday, April 15, 2017 from 9 am-3 pm
Royal Oak Easter Event – Detroit Zoo Bunnyville- 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
An “eggstravaganza” of family fun is planned for the Detroit Zoo’s annual Bunnyville celebration, featuring games, crafts, live entertainment, zookeeper talks and much more! Festivities also include the Jelly Bean Jamboree, Funny Bunny Games, whisker painting and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. Enjoy live entertainment, including music by Miss Paula and the Candy Bandits, The Amazing Clark magic show, and “Bunnyville Follies”.
Discounted Admission Available- Bunnyville visitors are encouraged to bring a canned or other non-perishable food item to be donated to Gleaners Community Food Bank. Each guest with a food donation will receive a reduced admission price of $9, parking not included. Admission for Detroit Zoological Society Members is free, but Members are encouraged to bring food donations.
Southfield
Friday, April 14, 2017- 10 am
The Great Marshmallow Drop at Catalpa Oaks- 27725 Greenfield Road, Southfield
Contact info: 248-424-7081, nawrockim@oakgov.com
15,000 marshmallows will be dropped from a helicopter to be turned in for a prize. You only need one marshmallow to exchange for a prize. Three age groups- 4 years and younger and individuals with disabilities, children 5-7, children 8-12.
Troy
Saturday, April 1, 2017 – Saturday, April 15, 2017- All center hours
The Somerset Collection- Easter Bunny Visits and Photos
Somerset Collection- South Rotunda- 2800 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084
Enjoy visits and photos with the Easter Bunny. For hours, visit thesomersetcollection.com.
April 1, 2017- see below for events and times
Michaels- 334 John R Rd, Oakland Plaza, Troy, MI 48083
MAKE Break: Easter Egg Decorating April 1, 2017- 1 pm-3 pm. Please contact store for availability.
MAKE Break: Easter Event April 8, 2017- 1 pm-3 pm. Please contact store for availability.
April 1, 2017- see below for events and times
Michaels- 1206 Coolidge Hwy, Midtown Square, Troy, MI 48084
Kids Club® Sprout® Easter Chica- April 1, 2017 10 am - 12 pm- $2.00
Buy Now Kids Club® Easter Tissue Paper Art- April 8, 2017- 10 am-12 pm- $2.00
Buy Now Kids Club® Pom Pom Bunny- April 15, 2017- 10 am-12 pm- $2.00
Saturday, April 8, 2017- 10 am-12:30 pm
Easter Egg Hunt for Kids with Special Needs 2017
Woodside Bible Church- 6600 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48085
Join us for an Egg Hunt specifically designed for kids (age 10 and under) with special needs. Separate hunt options for those with sensory issues or kids who use wheel chairs. Crafts, games, face painting, and more. Free, but registration is required, and space is limited.
Register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/easter-egg-hunt-for-children-with-special-needs-tickets-32534930854
Sunday, April 9, 2017- 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
"EGG"stravaganza at Stage Nature Center
Stage Nature Center- 6685 Coolidge Hwy., Troy, MI 48098
Celebrate spring and the new life that is upon us. Learn about the many animals that hatch from eggs. Discover how eggs protect them as they grow. Take a short spring hike. Participate in egg games, including an egg hunt with special prizes, and make spring crafts. Dress for the weather. Ages 4 -10 years. Adult partners are free and must stay with children throughout the program.
REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION #1 - 1:00 - 2:30 pm
REGISTER HERE FOR SESSION #2 - 3:00- 4:30 pm
Friday, April 14, 2017 – Good Friday
BounceU of Troy- 1101 Rochester Rd., Troy, MI 48083
Open Bounce, 9:30 – 11:00am, $8.95 per child
Paint & Bounce, 12:00pm – 2:00pm, $24.99 per child
Come and paint and then bounce! We will be painting an easy Easter-themed canvas with Ms. Teresa. Painting will be about an hour, followed by an hour of bouncing. This event is recommended for 5 and up. Prepaid reservations are recommended. Each event sells out at 24 children.
Bunny Bounce, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, $10 per child
Come see the Easter Bunny, bounce with your friends and get some Easter treats! Don't forget your camera for pictures! Pre-paid reservations are recommended. This event will sell out!
Open Bounce, 7pm – 8:30pm, $8.95 per child
Saturday, April 15, 2017 11 am
Too Many Carrots Storytime
Barnes and Noble- 396 John R. Road, Troy, MI 48083-248-577-5056
When Rabbit collects too many carrots, which leave him unable to sleep in his cozy burrow, other animals offer to share their homes. Will Rabbit make his way back? Join us to find out at this special springtime Storytime featuring Too Many Carrots. Activities and coloring to follow.
Saturday, April 15th, 2017- 11 am-1 pm
Evanswood Church- 2601 E. Square Lake Rd. Troy, MI 48085
Flinging into Spring Community Event
2nd Annual Flinging into Spring Commuity Event. Easter egg hunt takes place at 11 a.m. where we will be waiting for you at 10:45 a.m. to be separated into appropriate age groups. Then, we will allow everyone to enjoy bounce houses, obstacle courses, and fire truck and ambulance to explore. Evanswood.org.
Saturday, April 15, 2017- 5-8:30 pm (divided by age, see below)
Easter Egg Hunt
Troy Community Center- 3179 Livernois, Troy, MI 48083
Grab your basket and hop over to this egg hunt, kids can hunt for treat-filled plastic eggs on the gymnasium floor. After the hunt, the gym will feature a moon bounce and games. Swim in the indoor pool and find the gold eggs for prizes. Bring your phone to take a photo with the Easter Bunny. There will be three classes of egg hunters: Sunny Bunnies kids up to age 3: 6 pm, $5; Cotton Tails kids ages 4-7: 6:30 pm, $8; Hip Hoppers ages 8-12: 7 pm, $8.
Warren
April 8, 2017- 10 am-1 pm
Spring Carnival at Warren Community Center- 5460 Arden Ave., Warren, MI- 586-268-8400
This family-friendly community event features washable tattoos, a puppet show, petting zoo and inflatables for kids to enjoy. You’ll even get to visit with the Easter Bunny. Bring along a canned good to donate to the Salvation Army. Free.
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