As the Easter season comes into full swing, here are a variety of festivities and programs for children, families and adults around Tucson and the Southern Arizona area.
Tucson
Hosted by Tucson Parks and Recreation, the 26th annual EGGstravaganza includes music, egg hunts, a visit from the Easter Bunny and a variety of food vendors.
When: Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Doris J. Thompson Park, 2000 N. Fourth Ave.
Cost: Free to attend
Reid Park Easter ExtravaganZOO
Have a special breakfast with the Easter Bunny and hunt eggs throughout the Zoo. Stay and explore the Zoo’s offerings after the morning activities.
When: Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Where: Reid Park Zoo, 3400 E. Zoo Court
Cost: $42 for adults, $32 for children 2 to 14 years old
Hotel Congress Cup Cafe Easter Brunch
This annual Easter brunch features a specialized three course meal with a variety of options.
When: Sunday, April 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Hotel Congress Cup Cafe, 311 E. Congress St.
Cost: $65 per person
Hotel Congress Maynards Easter High Tea
Enjoy an assortment of teas, entrees and desserts at this High Tea event.
When: Sunday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Hotel Congress Maynards Kitchen & Bottle Shop, 400 N. Toole Ave.
Cost: $75 per person
Tanque Verde Swap Meet Easter Celebration
Join for live music from the band Mass of Sound, pictures with the Easter Bunny and face painting.
When: Saturday, April 12 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Tanque Verde Swap Meet, 4100 S. Palo Verde Rd.
Cost: Free to Attend
Southern Arizona
Oro Valley Easter Eggstravaganza
Join Oro Valley’s annual egg hunt with food, games and crafts.
When: Saturday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: James D. Kriegh Park, 23 W. Calle Concordia, Oro Valley
Cost: Free to Attend
Sierra Vista Easter Eggstravaganza
Kids can hunt for eggs, craft and play games, and take a photo with the Easter Bunny.
When: Saturday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, 3105 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista
Cost: Free to attend.
Bring the family to this event to take pictures with the Easter Bunny and hunt for eggs.
When: Saturday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Quail Creek Veterans Municipal Park, 1905 S. Old Nogales Highway, Sahuarita
Cost: Free to attend.
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