The arrival of spring means for many families, Easter is just around the corner. If you plan on spending the long weekend at the cottage, hop to it with these 7 events for kids and adults that are happening in cottage country across Canada over the Easter weekend.
Easter Egg Scramble
When: April 18
Where: Bracebridge, Ont.
Hosted by the Bracebridge Agricultural Society, the Easter egg scramble (formerly known as the Easter egg hunt) is back for Muskoka cottagers. Don’t forget to BYOB (bring your own basket). Click here for more details.
Nutty Chocolatier Egg Hunt
When: April 20
Where: Huntsville, Ont.
Another fun community event with free admission, Muskoka Heritage Place is where to be for this egg hunt, especially if you have kids 10 or younger. Thousands of eggs are up for grabs, including rare golden eggs which come with a prize courtesy of the Nutty Chocolatier.
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Easter Art Walk
When: April 20
Where: South Pender Island, B.C.
Perfect for the artsy cottage-goer, this South Pender tradition is back for its 26th year. The Easter Art walk is a great opportunity to check out South Pender’s talented artists and their work. Revel in the different art mediums including hand-crafted jewelry and unique stained-glass pieces on your self-guided tour.
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Lions Egg Hunt
When: April 20
Where: Sechelt, B.C.
Join in on the annual Easter egg hunt in Sechelt. There are around 2,000 eggs hidden in Porpoise Bay Provincial Park. All that eggs-ploring calls for some food and refreshments, which you can find at the concession stand on site. Click here for more details.
Easter at the Eddie
When: April 20
Where: Prince Edward County, Ont.
Enjoy a delicious Sunday brunch at the Eddie Hotel and Farm. The Eddie is an iconic venue situated in the heart of Prince Edward County. Reserve your spot now for an egg hunt with gorgeous scenery and a hearty meal afterwards. The Easter Egg Hunt gets underway at 10:30 a.m. Click here for more details.
Easter at the Mountain
When: April 18-21
Where: Eastern Townships, Que.
If you’re looking to stay active this Easter, there’s still time to hit the slopes before the seasons are over. One of Québec’s popular ski resorts, Mont SUTTON, is holding Easter events perfect for both sport lovers and non-sport lovers. Click here for more details.
Easter Movie Screening
When: April 19
Where: Annapolis Royal, N.S.
Last, but certainly not least, kick back and enjoy a movie that’s perfect for the whole family. King’s Theatre will be screening Peter Rabbit 2 with free admission in the spirit of Easter. Mark the date now, movie-lovers. Click for more details.
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