31 Michigan Easter Events in 2023 + Egg Hunts, Easter Brunch Spots, Helicopters Dropping Eggs | Detroit, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Frankenmuth, Kalamazoo, Bay City, Traverse City


2023 Michigan Easter Events, Egg Hunts and Brunches for Families and Kids. Plus adults only Easter Egg Hunts! | By Sherry Trautman | Travel-MI.com | Updated March 30, 2023

Easter brings mad dashes during Easter egg hunts, delicious brunches, sweet treats and wondrous family adventures!  Plan your Easter while traveling Michigan!

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When is Easter 2023? April 9, 2023


2023 Detroit Easter Egg Hunts (Detroit Region in Southeast Michigan)

We can see great Michigan Easter Egg hunts in your future!

Detroit Region (Southeast Michigan)

  • Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday, April 1, 2023, RARA's Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Your child can have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny! Small games and activities at Rochester Municipal Park by the Kiwanis Shelter (green shelter) near the Rochester Police Department. Park in the City Hall parking lot. Pre-register each child to participate. Fee. Children Ages 1-4: 10:15 am.  Children Ages 5-7: 10:45am, Children Ages 8-11: 11:15am. 
  • Easter Bunny Breakfast- April 1, 2023, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Summit on the Park in Canton Michigan. Enjoy strolling entertainment and a visit and picture with your favorite furry egg-toting friend. During the breakfast, kids can visit with the Bunny and create a bunny craft. All children will receive a holiday souvenir, crayons, and placemat. Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Summit on the Park or online.  46000 Summit Parkway, Canton, MI 48188
  • Easter Egg Hunt at Memorial Park, April 2, 2023, 1:00 pm. 3240 Ferris, Lincoln Park, MI. Event starts promptly at 1:00 so don't be late!
  • Bunny Munch- April 3, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Summit on the Park in Canton Michigan. The Easter Bunny will be making a special stop in Canton for a night of treat making at the Summit on the Park. The Easter Bunny will be there for photos with the family while you make an irresistible Easter treat.  All attendees will need a ticket to attend.
  • Bunny Hop - Come to the Bunny Hop 1-3 p.m. Sunday, April 2, 2023 at the Kirksey Recreation Center for a fun Easter-themed afternoon where you will stuff a new bunny friend to take home, get photos with the Easter Bunny, enjoy arts and crafts, and play bunny hop game for sweet eatable prizes. Register at LivoniaParks.org
  • Egg Hunt Extravaganza - April 2, 2023  from 9:00 am to 10:00 am at Heritage Park, Farmington Hills, MI
  • Hop on over to Lake Erie Metropark for an egg hunt. April 8, 2023. Enjoy crafts, games and more during this festive spring program for the kids.  Hippity, hoppity Easter’s on its way! 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Location: Lake Erie Metropark. Register early!
  • Spring Fling Flashlight Egg Hunt - April 6, 2023, This is event at Drake Sports Park after dark, so bring your flashlight and be prepared to "really hunt" down those hidden treasures. Bring a flashlight and basket to carry away all your goodies. Come from 7:30-8:15 pm if you wish to participate in the train ride and the petting zoo. Otherwise check in between 8:00 pm and 8:15 pm.  Location: 6801 Drake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322
  • Adult only Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday, April 8th, 2023, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The Detroit History Club is proud to announce the 2023 Great Detroit History Easter Egg Hunt! Together with your team of two to six people you’ll crisscross Detroit’s Civil War era fort, entering buildings, playing through challenges, crossing the parade grounds, solving puzzles, and earning Easter eggs filled with goodies and clues. All while keeping your eyes peeled for hidden Easter eggs nestled among the fort’s 90+ acres. Check- in opens at 1:30 pm. Historic Fort Wayne, 6325 W Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48209. Register early!


2023 Easter Events in Southeast Michigan + Ann Arbor Easter Egg Hunts!

  • Easter Egg Hunt ​ - Saturday, April 8th 2023, Sanilac County Museum & Village
  • Bunny Trail Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 8, 2023 at 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, Robert Williams Nature & Historical Learning Center - Karen Miller Event Center, 10069 E Atherton Rd, Davison, MI. Get ready to search for hidden eggs! Have a picture taken with The Bunny along the way. There will even be stops just for dogs so they can sniff out their own hidden eggs along the way.
  • Canterbury Egg Stravaganga - April 1-2, 2023 and April 7-8, 2023
    12 pm -5 pm. What could be more exciting than an egg hunt for treats? How about the Easter Bunny's helicopter raining eggs from the sky?! Children can collect 10 bunny eggs from the helicopter drop zone and redeem them at the shops for prizes! Lots of Easter Activities throughout the village - Lawn Games, Petting Zoo, FREE Photos in the bunny barn with the Easter Bunny and much more! Get your tickets early!
  • Egg Hunt at Hudson Mills Metropark, Activity Center - April 8, 2023, Search for eggs hidden in themed locations along the trail! Keep an eye out for everyone's favorite Easter bunny! Please bring a basket or bag to collect your eggs. This program is geared toward families with children 10 years and under. The path is approximately .25 mile and covers paved, grass, or gravel surfaces. Multiple timeslots between 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Register early. Location: Hudson Mills Metropark, Activity Center. Fun Ann Arbor Easter Egg Hunts to attend with your kids!
  • A Hoppin' Good Time at Blake's Backyard, April 1, 2023, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at 5600 Van Dyke, Almont, MI. Enjoy Easter activities for children & families in our newly remodeled Greenhouse & event space!
  • Easter Egg Extravaganza - at  Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill, 17985 Armada Center Road, Armada, MI. Get ready for a fun filled Easter themed Day at Blake’s Orchard and Cider Mill in Armada! Hop through the orchard and fill your basket with bright colored eggs, snap a photo with the Easter Bunny and more!
  • Adult Easter Egg Hunt - April 6, 2023 at 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Blake's Tasting Room 17985 Armada Center Road, Armada, MI, Why let the kids have ALL the fun this Easter! Join a fun and festive adventure designed just for grown-ups to hunt for their favorite hard ciders!


2023 Grand Rapids Easter Egg Hunts and Events in West and Southwest Michigan! Kalamazoo, Marshall, Otsego, Plainwell, Battle Creek

  • Easter Egg Hunt, April 8, 2023, Howard Christensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Dr NW, Kent City, MI, All ages welcome! come early and purchase our holiday goodies at our bake sale. Hunt starts promptly at 1 pm
  • Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt,  April TBD, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM at Rush Creek Bible Church, 2334 76th St SW, Byron Center, MI. Dress for the weather and come out for brunch, an egg hunt for all ages, crafts, prizes, and more! There will be over 1000 eggs for this year’s hunt! 
  • Easter Extravaganza, April 8, 2023, 11:30 AM. Frugthaven Farm, 11466 W Carson City Rd, Greenville, MI. City Church Greenville will be hosting the annual Easter egg hunt with over 10,000 candy filled eggs and a Big Idea Show to kick it off. 
  • Easter Sunrise Service at Frugthaven Farm, Sunday, April 9, 2023 at 8 AM. by  by City Church Greenville.
  • Kids Lil Peeps Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast at Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit FarmApril 8, 2023, 9:00am - 11:00am at 3025 6 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids, MI.  There are two seating times for breakfast and eater egg hunts. Come out for a fun morning on the farm! The Easter Bunny will join you for breakfast and an egg hunt! $13.36 ticket includes pancake breakfast with the Easter Bunny & Egg Hunt.
  • Ride the Bunny Train, Coopersville & Marne Railway 306 Main Street, Coopersville, MI April 1, 2 and 8, 2023. Times on both days are 1:30 pm and 4:00 pm. The Easter Bunny will be joined by a cast of characters from your favorite nursery tales and a few surprises. Fun for all ages as the Coopersville vintage train makes its 90-minute journey to Marne and back. Buy your tickets early!
  • Inn at Bay Harbor Easter Egg Hunt - The kids can explore the resort as they hunt for the Hidden Eggs to win fun prizes, plus The Spa is offering 'Egg-spress' nail services tailored to little ones! 
  • Easter Egg Hunt at Turkeyville USA, Marshall, MI, Saturday, April 8, 2023, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Easter Egg Hunt
  • Easter Egg Hunt at Mayor’s Riverfront Park, Kalamazoo, TBD

  • Lunch and egg hunt: Peace Lutheran Church, 805 South Wilmott Street, Otsego, MI, 49078 at 10:45 am on April 9, 2023.


2023 Frankenmuth - Enjoy Easter Celebration Downtown and Easter Dinner at Bavarian Inn or Zehnders!

  • Enjoy a Special Easter dinner at the Bavarian Inn or Zehnders!
  • Bavarian Easter Celebration in Frankenmuth! March 24, 2023- April 23, 2023. Explore all of Frankenmuth to view the colorful Spring décor and take joy in their Bavarian Easter Celebration!


Auburn, Saginaw and Midland in Central Michigan Region

  • Auburn Jaycee's Easter Egg Hunt, Auburn Park, 123 Jaycee Dr., Auburn MI.  Saturday, April 1, 2023 AT 1 PM. The area will be separated by age groups with chances to win special prizes and a visit from the Easter bunny! Please bring your own baskets.
  • Life Church's Easter Egg Helicopter Drop, April 8, 2023, 5200 Tittabawassee Rd, Saginaw, MI. Attend any Sunday worship gathering at Life Church this March - April and afterward you will receive free Entry Wristbands to this year's Easter Egg Helicopter Drop! Life Church Three Egg Drops will occur: 
  1. 2pm: Drop for Ages 0 - 2 
  2. 2:30pm Drop for Ages 3 - 6 
  3. 3pm Drop for Ages 7 - 11  
  • Great Lakes Loons Easter Brunch, Easter Egg Hunt and Baseball Game!  Midland, Michigan. Bring the family to the Loons ballpark on Sunday, April 9, 2023 for an Easter Brunch package!  Each package includes a ticket to the Lexus Luxury Suites and the best brunch buffet in the region! AND there is an Easter Egg Hunt: Hippity Hoppity! Hunt for Easter eggs left around Dow Diamond by the Easter Loon-y during and after the game!


Northern Michigan Easter Egg Trail

Pond Hill Farms Easter Egg Trail: April 8, 2023 - Easter Egg Trail Hunt, 12-4pm


Outstanding 2023 Michigan Easter Brunch Spots - Where to Eat on Easter Sunday (Best Restaurants)

Lovely Delamar Hotel (Artisan Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern) in Traverse City. Photo provided to Travel-Mi.com by DelamarLovely Delamar Hotel (Artisan Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern) in Traverse City. Photo provided to Travel-Mi.com by Delamar


  • Andiamo - Enjoy an Easter brunch buffet when you dine at Andiamo Warren.
  • Artisan Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern, the restaurant of Delamar Traverse City, will be offering a prix fixe Easter menu featuring a choice of delicious dishes showcasing the flavors of Spring while incorporating Great Lakes-inspired cuisine with local seafood, farm fresh fare from an onsite garden and local farms, and homemade pastries. Three-Course Easter Dinner offered April 2023.
  • Inn at Bay Harbor 2023 - Celebrate Easter Sunday with their expansive brunch menu with traditional fare, and appetizing entrées.
  • Crystal Mountain, Easter Brunch returns to the Wild Tomato on April 9, 2023. Time: 9am - 5pm. So hop on over  and enjoy a variety of Easter favorites at the Wild Tomato. Reservations required!
  • Reds Easter Brunch Buffet, Sun April 9, 2023, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at 4100 Thousand Oaks Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI. They will be serving delicious breakfast dishes, soups, salads, carved ham & beef, additional entrées, side dishes, desserts & more! Reservations are required.
  • Easter Brunch Buffet, Sun, April 9, 2023 10 AM – 4 PM at Cork Wine & Grille, 1600 Galbraith Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI. They will be serving delicious breakfast dishes, salads, carved beef, sliced ham, additional entrees, side dishes, desserts. 
  • Easter Brunch at The Whitney is spectacular! Enjoy a complete three course brunch: Select a First Course, Entree, and a choice of dessert. 4421 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 
  • Apparatus Room - 250 W Larned Street, Detroit, Michigan offers their standard Saturday and Sunday brunch.
  • Zehnder’s Easter Brunch Menu, Frankenmuth is served 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. They have an incredible menu for Easter!  Made to order omelet station, their outstanding fried chicken, bacon, breakfast, desserts and so much more!  
  • Bavarian Inn, Frankenmuth also has an incredible menu for Easter! You can dine in or take out your Easter meal!
  • Weber's Restaurant - Great spot for a Sunday brunch buffet! 3050 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 

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