Sunday, April 1, 2012

TONS of Easter events in and around San Diego!

It's amazing how many activities there are in and around San Diego this Easter. Take a look! And be sure to check out http://www.sandiegofamily.com/things-to-do/holiday-happenings for the complete list.

wednesday  |  4


City of San Marcos Family Enrichment Program. Tonight, decorate Easter eggs using crayons, stickers and glitter. 7 pm. $3 per person. To register for activities, call or visit website. San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Dr. www.san-marcos.net; 760-744-9000.


Birch Aquarium’s EGGStravaganza. Learn about marine animals and their eggs, make a shark egg craft and participate in a daily ‘egg hunt’ through the aquarium. Today until April 7, 11 am-3 pm. Free with admission. $9.50-$14; ages 2 & under free. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu; 858-534-FISH.


Puppets, Puppets, Puppets! Today until April 8: Benito Bunny’s Great Easter Adventure; Wed.-Fri., 10 & 11:30 am; Sat. & Sun., 11 am, 1 & 2:30 pm. $3-$5. Marie Hitchcock Puppet Theater, Balboa Park. www.balboaparkpuppets.com; 619-544-9203.


Make Easter Sun Catchers.  Today, 3:30-4:30 pm. Free. Pine Valley Branch Library, 28804 Old Hwy. 80. 619-473-8022.


thursday  |  5


Egg Hunt at Willie Henderson Sports Complex. Plus crafts and a chalk art contest. Today, 5 pm. Free. For ages 3-12. 1035 South 45th St., San Diego. www.sandiego.gov; 619-527-3407. 


friday  |  6


Easter Bunny Teas. Hang out with the Easter Bunny, decorate eggs and join an egg hunt. Today & tomorrow, 2:30-5 pm. $26-$39 plus tax and gratuity. For reservations, visit www.tix.com. The Westgate Hotel, 1055 Second Ave., downtown San Diego. www.westgatehotel.com; 619-557-3655. 


Journey to the Cross. Experience a unique retelling of the last hours of Jesus’ life as you take a self-paced walk around a set of interactive stations set up all over the church campus. Tonight, 6-9 pm. All ages welcome. Paseo del Rey Church, 900 Paseo del Rey Blvd., Chula Vista. 619-421-7733.


Egg Mania in Linda Vista. Egg hunts for ages 2-12, and photo ops with a friendly bunny. Today, 3:30 pm. Free. Linda Vista Recreation Center, 7064 Levant St. 858-573-1392. 


Spring Fun. An egg hunt for ages 1-12, face painting, a clown and a party jump. Today, 4-6 pm. Free. Silver Wing Recreation Center, 3737 Arey Dr. 619-424-0465.


Cadman Recreation Center’s Egg Hunt. Today, noon-2 pm. 4280 Avati Dr. 858-581-9929.


Meet the Easter Bunny at Play Town. Today, 11 am-1 pm. Free with admission. $8 per child; adults free. 
858 Jackman St., El Cajon. www.goplaytown.com; 619-447-7529.


Egg-citing Treats at Mountain View Recreation Center. Egg hunts with age divisions, face painting, crafts, games, food and more. Today, 4-6 pm. Egg hunt free; minimal fee for some activities. 641 South Boundary St., San Diego. 619-527-3417. 


Adams Recreation Center’s Eggstravaganza. Egg hunts, prizes and family games. Today, 4-6:30 pm. Free. 3491 Adams Ave., San Diego. 619-235-1149.


saturday  |  7


Children’s Spring Festival & Egg Hunt. Collect treats, then enjoy games and refreshments. Today, 10:30 am-noon. Free. For grades 3 & under. La Colonia Park, 715 Valley Ave., Solana Beach. 858-720-2453.  


Eggs, Eggs, Eggs! Plus arts and crafts, face painting, inflatable jumpers and egg decorating. Today, 10 am-noon. Egg hunt starts at 10 am. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before event time and meet in the gym of Standley Recreation Center, 3585 Governor Dr. 858-552-1658.


Spring Eggstravaganza at Santee Lakes. Continuous egg hunts for ages 8 & under, a petting zoo, pony rides, carnival rides, crafts, bunny photos and more. Today, 9 am-3 pm. Activity/ride tickets $.50 each; cash only. 9310 Fanita Pkwy. www.santeelakes.com; 619-258-4100, ext. 201.


Egg Fever in Ocean Beach. Age-specific egg hunts, face painting and astro jumps. Today, 10 am-noon. Robb Field Athletic Area, 2525 Bacon St. 619-531-1563. 


Encinitas Easter Egg Hunt Festival. Crafts, jumps, face painting, games, prizes and 23,000 eggs! Also, get a sneak peek of their summer programs and meet class instructors. Today, 10 am-1 pm. Free. Ecke Sports Park, 278  Saxony Rd. 
www.encinitasrecreg.com; 760-633-2740. 


Spring Party with Bunny at San Diego Botanic Garden. Kids, ages 2-6, make spring crafts, parade through the garden, and take part in a bunny hunt and picnic. Today, 10-11:30 am & 11:30 am-1 pm. $15 per child. Pre-register online. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.sdbgarden.org/seeds_wond.htm. 


North Clairemont Recreation Center’s Spring Egg Hunt. For ages 12 & under. Also, crafts, balloons and face painting. Today, 9 am-noon. Egg hunt free; nominal fee for other activities. 4421 Bannock Ave. www.sandiego.gov; 858-581-9926. 


April Pools Day. This free water safety event and expo includes free swimming lessons, a lifeguard demo, an underwater egg hunt and more. Today, 9 am-noon at Washington Park Pool, 501 N. Rose St., Escondido & 1-4 pm at Las Posas Pool, 1387 Borden Rd., San Marcos. For details, visit www.ace.escondido.org or www.san-marcos.net.  


Poway Egg Hunt. Pancake breakfast, age-specific egg hunts, relay races, jumps, crafts, photos with Benny and Bonnie Bunny, and games. Today, 8 am-1 pm. Breakfast $4; other activities free. Poway Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr. www.poway.org; 858-486-1441.


Kroc Hop Bunny Drop. Get hoppin’ with egg hunts, the Easter Bunny, rock climbing, carnival games, a bounce house, snacks and more. Today, 10 am-1 pm. Free. The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 6845 University Ave., San Diego. www.kroccenter.org. 


PQ Spring Egg Hunts. Today, 10 am. Free. Peñasquitos Creek Park, 8021 Park Village Rd.; South Village Park, 14756 Via Azul; Rolling Hills Park, 11082 Carlota Dr. & Ridgewood Park, 12604 La Tortola. For details, call 858-538-8198 or 858-538-8131. 


Breakfast & Easter Egg-stravaganza in Coronado. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, crafts, a visit with the Easter Bunny and an egg hunt. Today, 9 am. $9-$11 (tickets are limited; call for details). From 1-3:30 pm, egg hunts for different age groups, a life-sized Candyland game, carnival games and more. Egg hunts free; fee for some activities. Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way. 619-522-7342. 


EGGStravaganza Spring Festival in Carlsbad. Hop in and get the most out of Easter with an egg scramble, music, crafts, games plus a Fun Zone with a chance to “soak the bunny!”   Today, 10 am-1 pm; egg scramble, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Free admission; activity cards $5. Poinsettia Park, 6600 Hidden Valley Rd. www.carlsbadca.gov/parksandrec; 760-434-2843.


Free Crafts for Kids at the Lakeshore Learning Store: Fun Bunny Basket. For ages 3 & up. 11 am-3 pm. Hazard Center, 7510 Hazard Center Dr., San Diego & 702 Center Dr., San Marcos. www.lakeshorelearning.com; 619-297-8494 or 760-504-0292.


Bunny Train. See April 1. 


sunday  |  8


Easter Brunch at the Zoo. Spend a delightful day at the San Diego Zoo and enjoy a sumptuous brunch buffet at the Treetops banquet room of Albert’s Restaurant. Today; continuous seating, 11 am-3 pm. $18.95-$39.95 plus tax and gratuity. Call for reservations. Balboa Park. www.sandiegozoo.org; 619-557-3964.


Sunrise on the Shore. Usher in the joy of Easter at this service hosted by New Venture Christian Fellowship. Today, 7:30 am. Free. Pier Amphitheatre, 200 N. The Strand, Oceanside. www.newventure.org; 760-721-7777. 


Easter Sunday Worship at Foothills United Methodist Church. Traditional worship service at 8:30 am & contemporary worship service at 10:30 am. Includes kids’ activities. Free. Call for more details. 4031 Avocado Blvd., La Mesa. www.foothillsumc.org; 619-670-4009. 


Egg Hunt & Festival at San Diego First Assembly. Petting zoo, face painting, carnival games, Mr. & Mrs. Easter Bunny, thousands of eggs and free candy! Today, 8:30 am. Free. Families are welcome to attend the Easter Celebration service at 10:45 am. 8404 Phyllis Place, San Diego. www.sdfa.org; 858-560-1870. 


Easter Celebration at The Del. Today, don’t miss their special holiday brunch options, egg hunts, crafts and Easter Bunny visits. For details and brunch reservations, call or visit website. Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. www.hoteldel.com; 619-522-8490.


Champagne Brunch at The Westgate Hotel. Made-to-order omelets, fresh seafood and desserts, plus a fun moment with the Easter Bunny. Today, 10 am-3 pm. $25-$59. Call for reservations. 1055 Second Ave., downtown San Diego. www.westgatehotel.com; 619-557-3655. 


Easter Sunrise Service at The Flower Fields. Today, 6:30 am. After the service, get a free breakfast (for the first 500) and stay to revel in the beauty of Carlsbad’s popular attraction. 5704 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad. www.theflowerfields.com; 760-431-0352. 


Champagne Brunch Cruise by Hornblower Cruises & Events. Breathtaking views, a brunch buffet, entertainment and photos with the Easter Bunny. Today, 11 am-1 pm. $35.40-$59 plus tax, service charge and landing fees. Boarding at Grape St. Pier, 1800 N. Harbor Dr., downtown San Diego. www.hornblower.com; 619-686-8715. 


Pine Hills Lodge Easter Brunch. Culinary treats and an egg hunt await guests. Today, 9 am-1 pm; egg hunt, 11 am. $10.95-$15.95; $5 for a high chair. Call for reservations. 2960 La Posada Way, Julian. www.pinehillslodge.com; 760-765-1100. 


Be Amazed! Family Easter Services. Learn just how amazing God is in fun and imaginative ways during these pint-sized, 40-minute services. Today, 9:30 & 10:30 am. Free. San Carlos United Methodist Church, 6554 Cowles Mountain Blvd., San Diego. www
.sancarlosumc.org; 619-464-4331, ext. 307.


Balboa Park’s Easter Sunrise Service. Musical performances and a special Easter message by Rev. Paul Cunningham of the La Jolla Presbyterian Church. Today, 6:30 am. Free. Spreckels Organ Pavilion. 858-454-7324.


Easter Fun Time at Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Crafts and coloring, a bounce house, prizes and visits with the Easter Bunny (1-2 pm). Today, 12:30-2:30 pm. Free. 5620 Paseo del Norte. www.premiumoutlets.com/carlsbad. 


USS Midway Museum’s Safari Zone Easter Fest. All-you-can-eat breakfast, an egg hunt, safari derby races, an exotic animal show and more. Today, 10 am-2 pm. Breakfast: $20-$39; other activities free with museum admission. For details, visit website. 910 N. Harbor Dr., downtown San Diego. www.midway.org.


Life Christian Church Easter Service & Egg Hunt. Today, come to an EGG-cellent celebration featuring a live concert during the Easter Sunday service at 10 am, followed by a huge hunt for 50,000 candy-filled eggs that the Easter Bunny left behind! Noon; registration, 8:30-11:30 am. Free. 1132 N. Melrose Dr., Vista. www.theeasteregghunt.org; 760-439-3300.


NOTE: Things change, especially this holiday season. That’s why we’ve included phone numbers and websites when available. Since most activities require advance reservations or have limited space, don’t forget to call first to confirm dates, times and admission prices.

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