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Looking for family-friendly Easter events in Northern Virginia? From classic egg hunts to marshmallow roasting and nighttime adventures, there’s something magical happening around every corner near Alexandria this spring.
Whether you’re in the mood for a charming community gathering or a full day at the farm, this guide is packed with kid-friendly celebrations the whole family will love.
Great Country Farms Egg Hunt & Marshmallow Harvest
March 31 – April 19 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Bluemont, VA
Enjoy the countryside with a treat-filled egg hunt and marshmallow roasting. Egg hunt is $8 with farm admission.
Bunny Photos at Springfield Town Center
Through April 14 (pets) & April 19 (families)
Pose with the Easter Bunny all season long! Pets welcome on Mondays
Family Flashlight Egg Hunt at Glyndon Park
April 11 | 6:45 & 7:45 p.m. | Vienna, VA | $5
Bring your flashlight and search for eggs in the dark! Bunny photo ops, too.
Underwater Egg Hunt at Chinquapin Rec Center
1–4:45 p.m. | $15 per person
Dive in for floating eggs, inflatable fun, and a visit from Alex the Bunny!
Del Ray UMC Easter Celebration
2–4 p.m. | Alexandria, VA
Four egg hunts, crafts, games, a fire truck, and more—free fun for the whole family.
Alexandria Free Methodist Church Egg Hunt
10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Ideal for kids 1–9, with space to run and eggs to find!
Potomac Overlook Regional Park Egg Hunt
11 a.m.–4 p.m. | Arlington, VA | $8 per child
Follow clues around the park and earn a prize when you return your completed hunt sheet.
Old Town Kids Easter Egg Hunt at Lyles-Crouch
April 13 | 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Age-grouped egg hunts and a visit from the Easter Bunny at a fun-filled playground setting.
Easter Show & Egg Hunt at Fort Ward Park
April 13 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Hosted by Princess Parties of DC with performances, eggs, and royal guests!
Greenstreet Gardens Bunny Visit
April 13 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Say hi to the Easter Bunny and snap a sweet spring photo.
Old Presbyterian Meeting House Egg Hunt
April 19 | 10 a.m.
A peaceful, welcoming egg hunt in the historic churchyard—don’t forget your basket!
Mount Vernon Rec Center Crafts & Egg Hunt
April 19 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Perfect for little ones with morning crafts and egg-hunting fun
Wherever you celebrate, these family Easter events across Northern Virginia offer the perfect way to make spring memories with your little ones. Wishing your family a season full of laughter, sunshine, and maybe a few chocolate bunnies, too!
Ready to Capture Your Own Spring Memories?
If you’re looking to book a family, milestone, or seasonal photo session, I’d love to help you create something beautiful this spring! I serve Alexandria, Arlington, and the greater Northern Virginia and DC metro areas.
Contact me here to book your session or ask any questions—I can’t wait to hear from you!
Imagine your little one’s laughter preserved forever, their tiny fingers in yours. Picture family portraits filling your home with warmth, a daily reminder of the life you're building together. Years from now, your children will flip through an album, seeing just how cherished they’ve always been.
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