Celebrate the arrival of spring this upcoming Easter Weekend and enjoy the warmer weather around HRM.
You can enjoy several activities this weekend in Halifax.
Hatfield Farm Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Enjoy a 2.5-hour adventure with Petting Pens, Wagon Rides, All-You-Can-Eat Hot Dogs, Unlimited Juice, Pop, Coffee & Tea, Campfires, Children’s Zip Lines & Easter Egg Hunt. Details
Hatfield Farm, 1840 Hammonds Plains Rd, Hammonds Plains
March 30 – 31, 2024 | 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM & 2:00 PM
$7.66 – $35.81
Play Easter Games
From the classic egg hunt to egg bowling, check out our list of fun creative indoor games that will lift everyone’s festive spirits.
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HOCKEY: Faster than Ever
Can you stop a puck travelling at a hundred miles per hour? Do you know what makes ice slippery? Discover the origins and learn about the science of ice hockey at Discovery Centre’s newest exhibition, HOCKEY: Faster than Ever. Details
Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water Street, Halifax
Wednesday – Sunday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Good Friday | Closed
Included with Museum Admission: $14.50 – $17.50, 2 & under Free admission
See Flowers Bloom
Spring has officially started and it is time once more for flowers to be on full bloom. What better time to visit the Public Gardens? Details
Halifax Public Gardens, 5665 Spring Garden Road, Halifax
Daily | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Bunny Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast courtesy of A&W, face painting, and a ‘VIB’ – a very important bunny! Photos with Bunny are available in our photo booth. Details
Saturday, March 30, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM & 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Halifax Shopping Centre – Terrace Dining Hall, 7001 Mumford Road, Halifax
The ticket includes 1 A&W pancake serving and a choice of orange or apple juice provided by Tim Hortons. Coffee is complimentary!
Bunnyland Photos with The Easter Bunny
Join us for an egg-citing event from March 20th to March 30th as we welcome the Easter Bunny to town! Bring the whole family to Mic Mac Mall for a memorable photo opportunity with everyone’s favourite fluffy friend!! Details
March 20 – 30, 2024
Monday – Saturday | 11 AM – 6 PM, Sunday | 12 PM – 5 PM
Closed on Good Friday
Mic Mac Mall – Level 2, Bay Court, 21 Mic Mac Boulevard, Dartmouth
Easter Egg Hunt at Playdium Dartmouth
Calling all egg-heads! Join us for a morning egg-venture on Saturday, March 30th. Put on your complimentary bunny ears, hunt for eggs, pose for pics, and make tons of Easter memories with the whole family!! Details
Saturday, March 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM
21 Cabela Road, Dartmouth
$12.50; Ticket includes participation in the egg hunt, easter eggs, Bunny Ears, and Family Photo ops. No tickets are required for accompanying parents/guardians.
Easter Bunny Visiting Hours
Join The Village Shops at Dartmouth Crossing as we welcome the Easter Bunny back to his Bunny Burrow, located in the red house, across from Pondside Amphitheatre, from March 16th until March 30th!
Every Bunny is welcome to visit for fun photos, delicious chocolate provided by Lindt, and giveaways from The Village Shops! Details
March 16 – 30, 2024
Dartmouth Crossing Red house across from Pondside amphitheatre
Bunny Hop Letter Hunt
From March 16th – March 30th, 2024, grab an Easter Bunny Colouring Page, and visit select stores in The Village Shops to find 9 total letters to create a special phrase!!
Submit the fully-coloured Easter Bunny Colouring Page to The Bunny Burrow (during Easter Bunny visiting hours only), the Dartmouth Crossing Administration office located at 34 Logiealmond Close in Dartmouth Crossing, or scan to win@dartmouthcrossing.com! Details
March 16 – 30, 2024
Village Shops at Dartmouth Crossing
The Big Easter Hunt 2024
East Coast Scuba & Watersports is hosting its 4th annual Eco-friendly Big Easter Hunt. Plan some dives with your dive buddy over Easter weekend. Who will collect the most Easter Eggs? Details
March 29 – April 1, 2024
Halifax
$15.99 per person (plus tax) and 50% off air fills for the weekend.
Photos with Easter Bunny
Come to Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s for a free photo with the Easter Bunny!! Details
March 23 – 31, 2024 | Various time slots
Closed on March 29 (Good Friday) and March 31 (Easter Sunday)
Bass Pro Shops, NS
Packages: $20 – $25; Reservations are recommended but not required. Reservations can be made up to seven days in advance.
Escape from Capture
Test your skills, teamwork, and brains in a race against the clock. Gather your bubble family and head over to Captured Escape Rooms for a unique evening. Details
Captured Escape Rooms, 1684 Barrington Street Suite 400, Halifax
Tuesday – Sunday | Reservations encouraged; Call before arriving
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Church Service
Visiting Halifax and want to attend Easter/Good Friday Service? St. Paul’s is the oldest building in Halifax and the oldest existing Protestant place of worship in Canada. – Details
For Catholic churches, see here.
Do a Science Experiment
Check out our list of easy fun science activities/experiments that you can do at home. These experiments are easy and super fun in addition to being educational. Details
Bowling
Compete with your bubble friends or family at Bowlarama. Bowling is a fun way to pass your time and bond. Details
3459 Desmond Avenue, Halifax
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History & Culture
Explore the natural, cultural, and historical wonders of Nova Scotia at the Museum of Natural History. Visitors to the Museum will have lots to explore in the museum’s permanent exhibits and changing exhibition areas. Can you answer all the questions in the Scavenger hunt? Details
Museum of Natural History, 2285 Gottingen Street, Halifax
Monday – Wednesday, Friday – Sunday | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday | 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Regular admission $6 – $10
Ride on
Halifax has many places that you can explore on a bike including the region’s many trails. The HRM bike guide lists all bike infrastructure in the HRM. The guide includes all the information you might need for a successful and enjoyable ride. Map
If you are planning a ride along the BLT trail you might consider taking a stop at the Bike and Bean café for a snack. If you don’t have a bike, you can rent one here.
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Are you Trapped?
Use your wits and skills to escape from the escape rooms at Trapped. Details
Trapped, 1313 Barrington Street, Halifax
Pennant Point Trail
Pennant Point Trail at Crystal Crescent Beach is one of the best hiking trails in the region. This 11 km trek hugs the coast for the most part with several rocky parts which makes it a challenging one. If you are not daunted by the prospect of climbing over rocks, this will be a most rewarding hike. Details
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Unplug
Unplug and reconnect as a family. Make learning fun for everyone involved or help your children learn skills that will last for a lifetime, all while having a great time.
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Cook Together
Check out these famous recipes and make them at home.
Make Light-as-Air Funnel Cakes Using Canada’s Wonderland’s Recipe
Make Fruit Scones Served during Garden Parties at Buckingham Palace
Make Chocolate Birthday Cupcake using the Recipe from Royal Pastry Chefs
Go Birding
Nova Scotia is home to dozens of species of birds, and there are many places to see them. Most of them are parks and trails, which means you get to be in nature and see birds as well as other creatures. Experience the rise of spring with a beautiful chorus of birdsong! Details
Take an Art Tour
Halifax has many murals and sculptures added over the years that add to the charm of downtown Halifax. Starting from the south end of Downtown Halifax, this self-guided tour will take you through the core of downtown Halifax.
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The Board Room Game Cafe
Head over to the Board Room Game Cafe for a day of games, fun, coffee, good food and company. Details
The Board Room Game Cafe, 1256 Barrington Street, Halifax
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Entertain the Teens
Keeping your Teen motivated and entertained is a challenge in itself. Check out some suggestions for things to do with your teens.
Places to Go to Enjoy Easter Meals
Chocolates
Shop Easter treats at these shops:
Eggceptional Easter Brunch
Join us on Sunday, March 31st for an Eggceptional Easter Brunch. Make lasting memories while enjoying a bountiful and delicious meal with your loved ones!! Details
Sunday, March 31, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
The Westin Nova Scotian, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax
For more information and to request a menu call 902-496-7985
The Cannery Kitchen & Social
If you want to take the family out to a decadent Easter Brunch buffet, then head to Seasons by Atlantica this Easter. You are sure to enjoy their fabulous service, gorgeous panoramic views, and delicious brunch. Details
Call 902.423.1161 to reserve.
The Cannery Kitchen & Social, 1980 Robie Street Halifax
The Prince George Hotel
Celebrate Easter Sunday with a fresh and warm breakfast buffet! Details
1725 Market Street, Halifax
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