Monterey and San Benito area of California Find a local Easter Egg Hunt in Monterey and San Benito area of California!

Find a local Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Parade, Easter Brunch, etc.

Looking for a local Easter egg hunt for your children? Or an Easter parade, Easter brunch or breakfast or other Easter events in Monterey and San Benito area of California? Scroll down this page and you will see all of those in Monterey and San Benito area of California, sorted by county. ALWAYS either see their website or call before you go to confirm the info, there are often last minute changes which they do not report to us! If you have missed the Easter egg hunts in your area (or they were canceled), see this page about how to easily have your own backyard or local park Easter egg hunt.

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Updates for April 2025

Easter will be on Sunday, April 20, 2025, which is later, so the weather should be GREAT! ! We've started updating the info for this year. Unfortunately MOST wait until the last minute (often just a week before) to publish their dates, times and details. We're updating their information daily as it comes in. We expect pages to be up to date by early April.

When we CONFIRM an event for 2025, the date will be highlighted in pink, like this passage to make them easy to find as you scroll down the page.
Hunts that were held in the past year or 2 but not yet confirmed for this year are in orange, as always, call or see their website before you go..
The ones NOT in either orange or pink are more dubious - held in the past but not confirmed in the past few years, so just our best guess! These you REALLY must call or email to confirm before you go. They may have been discontinued.

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ALWAYS click the links to check date and time with the event's own website, as there are often last minute cancellations, postponements or changes to locations due to weather (like heavy rains) or logistical problems, just click on the link to the event's website and (in most cases), you want to click on the "events" link or "calendar" link on their website. Or use their site search for "Easter". Do let them know you found them here, so they will update us next year. Since many egg hunts do not publish the current year's dates until the very last minute, or simply never respond to email, we may not get their current information, which is why we have links to their websites, Facebook pages and calendars. Besides egg hunts, there are also Easter breakfasts and brunches and Easter parades to watch!
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Easter Egg Hunt, Parade and Event Listings

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Monterey County

Aromas Community Center Foundation - Easter egg hunt, Photos with the Easter Bunny, Children's music and storytelling, There is an admission fee, Bring a basket to collect the eggs, Baskets are provided, Other activities, restrooms, concession stand (drinks, snacks and/or food), petting zoo
300 Aromas Road, Aromas, CA 95004. Phone: (859) 321-3797. Email: aromassportspark@gmail.com. Event date and time: Sunday, April 13, 2025 from 11:30 am to 3 pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. TTicket sales open at 11:30 AM, the festivities start at noon with the Bunny Hop Races, a memorable addition to the event. So dust those bunny ears off and stretch those legs to get ready to hop on down to the finish line. Children rounds by age and one Adult round. First place gets a prize! Next at 1pm will begin the main event, the Aromas Egg Hunts by age. Under two age must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone will be given a colored wrist band according to their age group and only allowed to hunt during that age group’s time. There are many other things to enjoy during the Aromas Egg Hunt…
-Get a photo with our special guest, the Spring Bunny!
-The Aromas 4H will be there with animals for a petting zoo.
-Enjoy a craft activity at the craft table!
Aromas Egg Hunt Schedule
11:30 PM Tickets Sales open
12 PM Official Start to the Aromas Egg Hunt Event
12:10 PM 1st Bunny Hop Race (3-5 year old group)
12:20 PM 2nd Bunny Hop Race (6-9 year old group)
12:30 PM 3rd Bunny Hop Race (10+ year old group)
12:40 PM 4TH Bunny Hop Race (Adults)

1 PM Egg Hunt 1 (2 & under group)
1:30 PM Egg Hunt 2 (3-5 yr old group)
2 PM Egg Hunt 3 (6-9 year old group)
2:30 PM Egg Hunt 4 (10 year old plus group)
3 PM Official End to the Aromas Egg Hunt

Tickets available at Marshall's Market in Aromas.
OR purchase tickets online . (ADDED: April 01, 2019)
Carmel Hacienda Spring Jamboree - Easter Egg Hunt, egg painting, and more
7180 Carmel Valley Rd. Carmel, CA 93923. Phone: 831-293-8133. Email: events@haciendacv.com. Event date and time: Saturday, April 19, 2025 from from 10 am to 3 pm. Have fun at this special event. Toddlers (1-3 years old) - 10:00 AM
Egg Hunt With Wooden Eggs to Paint or Redeem for Prize*
Preschoolers (4-6 years old) - 11 AM
Younger Kids (7-9 years old) - 1:00 PM
Older Kids (10-12 years old) - 2:00 PM
$10 Entry Fee per Kid for Egg Hunt
*Includes Egg Hunt and Prizes*
Carmel Host Lions Club - Pancake breakfast, Bunnyland,
Devendorf Park Junipero Street and Ocean Avenue, City of Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA. Event date and time: No update yet for 2025, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it MIGHT be on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 8:30 am-12:00 pm. PANCAKE BREAKFAST IN BUNNYLAND. Join the Carmel Host Lions Club and Mr. Bunny himself for a wonderful Breakfast of pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, orange juice, and coffee. $5 for children 12 years old and younger, $10 for adults, and $25 for families (2 adults and 2 children). After breakfast, visit Bunnyland for family fun where you can snuggle with real bunnies, climb through an obstacle course, get creative with themed craft, jump in the Photo Booth with the Bunny, and so much more! $10 per child for all-inclusive access to Bunnyland (breakfast not included!). Please note there is no egg hunt at the event.
Marina Rock Han Community Center - Easter event, Pancake Breakfast,
Rock Han Community Center, 211 HIllcrest Ave, Marina, CA.Event date and time: Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 9 am to 11:00 am. Family Easter Pancake Breakfast and Easter Bunny March Sponsored by Marina Kiwanis Club
Marina Los Arboles - Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Los Arboles Sports Complex, Marina, CA.Event date and time: No update yet for 2025, if they DO hold it, based on past years, it MIGHT be on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 11 am. Sponsored by Marina Lions Club & Marina Volunteer Fire Fighters Association For Children 10 yrs and younger 11:00AM. Kids will be divided up into the following age groups: Under 3 years, 5-6 years, 7-8 years, 9-10 years.
Monterey Colton Hall - BUNNY HOP PHOTOS
Colton Hall Lawn, 570 Pacific Street. Monterey, CA. Event date and time: Last year's date was a Saturday, a week before Easter, so it may be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 10 am-1:30 pm. Annual Bunny Hop Photo Op on Saturday! This year we have moved the event to Colton Hall Lawn. It will be decked out for the perfect photo op and we have added face painting, games and activities. We hope you will join us! Bunny Hop Photo Op is by appointment only. The photo op will happen Rain or Shine. We will make adjustments for inclement weather. For those who participated in 2022, the photo op/backdrop will be updated but our Bunny friend will remain the same.
Fee: $10 per child includes two dozen pre-filled eggs, a Spring plush toy and an opportunity to snap a photo with Peter Cottontail!
Registration is required in advance. Please note this is not an egg hunt.
Monterey Del Monte Easter Eggstravaganza - Easter egg hunt, Easter bunny parade
Del Monte Shopping, 1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA. Email: info@delmontecenter.com. Event date and time: Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 11 am to 3 pm. Admission is FREE. Bring your camera to capture photos with the Easter Bunny. The Egg Hunt takes place in the courtyard outside Macy's. Register near Guest Services to receive your Scavenger Map. From 12 Noon- 2 or 3 p.m. enjoy face painting, entertainment, balloons and more!
Monterey Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
Barnes Park, 350 S. McPherrin Ave, Monterey, CA 93940. Phone: 626-307-1388. Email: recreation@montereypark.ca.gov. Event date and time: Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4 pm. Over 20,000 eggs will be scattered throughout the field for kids to find! Attendees will also be able to enjoy free carnival games and a special appearance from Peter Rabbit. To ensure a smooth and organized experience, all participants must have a wristband to join their designated age group egg hunt. WRISTBANDS ARE FREE. We encourage all participants to pre-register and pick up their wristbands prior to the event to avoid lines. Day-of registration will be available for a limited amount of wristbands.
North County Recreation - Easter egg hunt
11261 Crane Street , Castroville, CA. Phone: 831-737-9217.Event date and time: Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 10:00 am. Bring baskets, win prizes, and find the golden egg. Bring your baskets, win prizes, and find the golden egg!
Age Groups and Times:
Ages 2-6: 10:30 AM
Ages 7-12: 1:00 PM
Note: Children must be able to participate without assistance.
Pacific Grove - Easter egg hunt,
Pacific Grove Golf Links 77 Asilomar Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA 93950. Event date and time: Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 8:30 am to 10:30 am. Community egg hunt with Face painting, balloon animals, special treats, and the Easter Bunny.
Pacific Grove Peninsula Church - Easter egg hunt
520 Pine Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950. Email: info@penchurch.com. Event date and time: Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025 from 11 am to 2 pm. Following the 11AM service we will head across the street to Robert Down Elementary School for an Egg-stravagent Easter Egg Hunt for ages 0-12.We will be celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ at our 9AM and 11AM services and we hope you can come and celebrate with us. Following the 11AM service we will head across the street to Robert Down Elementary School for an Egg-stravagent Easter Egg Hunt for ages 0-12. For More information visit our website.
Salinas Compass Church Great Helicopter Easter Egg Drop - helicopter egg drop,
Rabobank Stadium, 159 Maryal Dr, Salinas, CA 93906. Event date and time: Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 8 am to 2 pm. Compass Church presents The Great Helicopter Easter Egg Drop!
The sky diving bunny returns this year with double the excitement! Your family gets to choose from two exciting egg drops. Drop #1 at 9:30am or Drop #2 at 12:00pm. Doors open at 8am.
Families must pre-register to attend. Get ready for a fun-filled event! Free entry and parking. 100,000 Giant Easter Egg Hunt (limited to ages 12 and under)
Bounce Houses and Games, Photos with Easter Bunny, Food and Merchandise Vendors (available for purchase).
Salinas Downtown - business egg scavenger hunt
Downtown, Salina, CA. Event date and time: Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 10 am to 12 pm. Hop into Downtown Salinas, explore the treasures in local shops and get treats from local businesses.
Salinas, Hearts and Hands Preschool - Easter egg hunt,
Hearts and Hands Preschool, Salinas, CA. Event date and time: Last year's date was a Saturday, a week before Easter, so it may be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 11 am-1 pm. Arts, crafts, games, Easter Egg hunt, and more.
Salinas Cypress Church - Easter egg hunt,
Cypress Community Church, 681 Monterey/Salinas Hwy, Salinas, CA 93908. Email: info@cypresschurch.org. Event date and time: Sunday, April 13, 2025 from 11:30 am 1 pm. Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 11:30am on the lawn! There will be over 5,000 eggs hidden!! This event is for all children. Directly after the hunt, there will be a $5/person or $15/family Chik-Fil-A lunch! We hope you to see you and all your friends there!
Seaside's Annual Golden Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
Oldemeyer Center,986 Hilby Avenue, Seaside, CA 93955. Phone: (831) 899-6800. Email dmeewis@ci.seaside.ca.us. Event date and time: Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 11 am to 1 pm. The City of Seaside will be holding its annual Golden Egg Hunt on Saturday. This event will take place at the Oldemeyer Center located at 986 Hilby Avenue in Seaside, CA. Toddlers to 5th graders can participate in the Golden Egg Hunt. For the first time ever, we are introducing a low-sensory Easter Egg Hunt option for children with special needs. This event features fun activities, arts & crafts, bounce houses, a petting zoo, pony rides, over 18,000 eggs and a special a visit from the Easter Bunny! This event is FREE for the community.