Search for Easter eggs at hunts around the country.
Celebrate Easter and the beginning of spring with a holiday getaway. Choose an area that has Easter- and spring-themed events to get your family in the spirit of the holiday and season. Areas with moderate spring climates work well for families looking to get out of the cold for this spring holiday.
Washington D.C.
Participate in one of the country's oldest Easter traditions by taking your family to Washington D.C. for the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. A tradition that started in 1878, the Easter Egg Roll welcomes children from across the country to hunt for Easter eggs on the lawn of the most famous home in the U.S. In 2010, the Easter Egg Roll included activities like cooking stations, storytelling and appearances by the Easter Bunny. The Easter Egg Roll distributes tickets through a lottery system, so sign up before planning your trip. While in Washington D.C., your family can also enjoy the city's National Cherry Blossom Festival, where you can take in the city's cherry blossoms, which serve as an instant reminder of spring and new life.
Daytona Beach, Florida
Celebrate warmer temperatures around Easter by heading to Daytona Beach, Florida. Participate in the city's Easter Beach Run on the city's "World's Most Famous Beach." The event, which started in 1967, now takes place on the Saturday before Easter. The race is open to people of any age; adults can participate in the traditional 4-mile race, and children as young as 3 can join in on the 50-yard race down Daytona Beach. A trip to Daytona Beach calls for quality beach and pool time as well, so families can enjoy Florida's warm spring temperatures. Stay at the Best Western Aku Tiki located directly on Daytona Beach, where you can enjoy amenities like a tiki bar and oceanfront pool deck.
San Francisco, California
Head to the west coast to enjoy Easter at the San Francisco Zoo. During the week leading up to Easter, guests can enjoy the zoo's annual Big Bunny's Spring Fling. At this event, children can take pictures with the Easter Bunny as well as pet and learn about live bunnies. This live bunny play area supports the Save a Bunny organization. Kids can also watch Easter-themed puppet shows and participate in Easter crafts and games. Other Easter events in San Francisco include the Spring Eggstravagaza, an all-ages Easter egg hunt, as well as an annual Easter parade.
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