Easter is a time of joy, renewal, and celebration. A chance to gather with loved ones and reflect on the true meaning of this special holiday. As spring blooms and the air fills with excitement, creating fun traditions for your family can make this season even more memorable. Whether you’re looking for creative ways to celebrate or meaningful activities that bring the Easter story to life, here are some wonderful Easter activities for kids to enjoy!
1. Resurrection Garden
Teach kids about the Easter story by creating a Resurrection Garden. Using a small planter, soil, stones, and a tiny tomb made from a Styrofoam cup, children can design a visual representation of Jesus’ resurrection. This hands-on craft provides a powerful way to discuss the true meaning of Easter while watching new life grow.
2. Easter Scavenger Hunt with a Twist
Easter activities for kids are well-known. But, instead of a traditional egg hunt, create a scavenger hunt that tells the Easter story. Hide small items like a cross, stone, cloth, and cross to symbolize the Crucifixion & resurrection. Provide clues from scripture to guide kids through the story as they search for each item.
Click here to download the Word Document for the Scavenger Hunt
3. DIY Easter Egg Decorating
Get creative with Easter egg decorating! The most often used Easter activity for kids, is painting or dying eggs with store bought kits. Try using natural dyes from fruits and vegetables, or try painting eggs with faith-based designs like crosses, lambs, or sunrise scenes to represent the new life we have in Christ.
4. Backyard Obstacle Course
Set up an Easter-themed obstacle course in your backyard. Kids can hop like bunnies, carry an egg on a spoon, or crawl through tunnels to the “empty tomb” at the finish line. It’s a great way to burn off energy while reinforcing the excitement of the day!
5. Storytime Under the Playset
Gather under your Backyard Fun Factory playset for a special Easter story-time. Read books about Easter, such as “The Parable of the Lily” or the Easter story from the Bible. This creates a peaceful and engaging moment for kids to reflect on the message of hope and renewal. Reading to your child in nature is a great Easter activity for kids to start as a tradition.
An Easter and springtime book — YouTube Read-Aloud of the book “The Parable of the Lily” by Liz Curtis Higgs
6. Bake & Share Easter Treats
Spend time in the kitchen baking Easter goodies like “Resurrection Rolls”—sweet rolls that reveal an empty center after baking, symbolizing Jesus’ empty tomb. Share them with neighbors or friends as a simple way to spread the Easter message.
Click here for an Easy Resurrection Rolls Recipe
7. Sunrise Play & Prayer Time
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