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Easter
Bunny rabbits, baskets overflowing with cellophane shreds, chicks, and pastel colored eggs, all will be in abundance this Easter. Why not take the kids out for an Easter egg hunt or to take photos with the Easter Bunny. Enjoy an Easter Sunday brunch then dye some eggs at home. There are so many ways to spend this springtime holiday, egg-specially when it comes to spending it with your kids and family.
Easter Egg Hunts
Easter Egg Hunt in the Trees
The Adventure Park at Long Island
Friday, April 8
75 Colonial Springs Rd., Wheatley Heights
Ticket prices vary
The Easter bunny has been busy hiding eggs high in the trees. Each “egg” has a word. Find all the words and win a prize. A ticket for climbing is required to participate.
Egg Hunt, Enchanted Forest Walk, and Festival
Sweetbriar Nature Center
Saturday, April 9, 11 a.m. through 4 p.m.
62 Eckernkamp Dr., Smithtown
$20 per child, $5 for adults.
Bring the kids to Sweetbriar Nature Center on April 9 as the Smithtown nature preserve and wildlife rehabilitation center turns into an enchanted forest filled with springtime fun. There will be egg hunts throughout the day with prizes, as well as a separate egg hunt for 2-4 year-olds to do with their parents. Enjoy live animal presentations, crafts, games, face painting, entertainment, and more. A special long-eared guest will be making an appearance, ready to pose for pics. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Egg hunt times are every half hour starting at 11:30 a.m. through 3:30. Sign up online on the Sweetbriar website to select your time.Visit its website or Facebook page, or call 631-979-6344 for more information. Rain date is April 16.
Good Ground Park
Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
9 Squiretown Road, Hampton Bays
Free
The Hampton Bays Chamber and Southampton Town Parks & Recreation are hosting an egg hunt for ages 10 and under at Good Ground Park. Enjoy face painting, photo ops, giveaways, and more. Rain date: April 10.
Phelps Lane Park
Saturday, April 9, 12-2 p.m.
151 Phelps Lane, North Babylon
Free
The annual Eggstravaganza provides fun treat-filled eggs for Town of Babylon children 10 and under. Bring baskets for collecting eggs and your cameras for some great photo ops.
Easter Egg Hunt at Bay Gardens
Bay Gardens - Garden Center & Landscaping
Saturday, April 16, 12 p.m. sharp
80 Montauk Highway, East Moriches
Tickets $5
It’s time for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Bay Gardens. The Easter Bunny will be hiding goody-filled eggs and will be available for photos after the egg hunt. There will be separate egg hunt sections for 2-4-year olds, and 5-7-year olds. Choose the proper age group when purchasing your ticket. Tickets are available online.
Port Jefferson’s Easter Parade and Egg Hunt
Easter Sunday, April 17
Kicks off at noon in front of Theatre Three on Main Street, Port Jefferson
Free
Don your Easter bonnet and join in the Port Jefferson Easter Parade and Egg Hunt sponsored by the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce. Parade starts at noon in front of Theatre Three on Main Street and finishes at the Port Jefferson Village Center down at the Harbor. There will be an egg hunt for kids ages 2 to 8 at the Great Lawn at Harbourfront & Children’s Park at about 12:15 pm. All children will receive a prize.
Easter Brunches and Buffets
Brunch with the Easter Bunny
Saturday, April 9, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
76 West Main Street, Patchogue
From $15
Brunch with the Easter Bunny at Local Burger Patchogue. Table price includes coffee and juice, egg with bacon and choice of pancakes or French toast stick, a goodie bag, and coloring sheets. Order tickets online or call 631-730-7373 for more information.
Fox Hollow Easter Sunday Buffet - Includes pictures with the Easter Bunny
7725 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury
Seatings starting at 11:30 a.m.
(516) 921-1415
Adults $74.95, children (under 12) $44.95, no charge for ages 2 and younger.
Spend your Easter Sunday at the beautiful Fox Hollow enjoying Gold Coast displays of fine appetizers, Italian, seafood, Cuban, and comfort food delicacies, pasta, meats, and elaborate desserts including a sundae bar and chocolate fountain. Call (516) 921-1415 to reserve your spot.
Penguin Egg Hunt and Brunch
Easter Sunday, April 17. Seating Times: 10 a.m, 12 p.m., 2 p.m.
431 East Main St., Riverhead
Price: Children 3-12: $34.95 (Members: $31.45)
Adults 13+: $64.95 (Members: $58.45)
Children 2 & Under: $7
The Long Island Aquarium is hosting an Easter brunch in its waterfront Sea Star Ballroom, featuring traditional brunch fare, a craft station for the kids and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Aquarium admission and a Penguin Egg Hunt where kids can find prizes and candy are included with brunch fee. Reservations are required, call (631) 208-9200, ext. 426 or buy tickets online.
Easter Lunch and Dinner
Easter Sunday lunch and dinner at Anthony Scotto Restaurants
The family of Anthony Scotto Restaurants will be hosting Easter dinners featuring chef specials and a la carte menus. Seatings start at 12 p.m. Reserve your table for the following restaurants online.
610 Smithtown Bypass, Smithtown
(631) 656-8100
Insignia Prime Steak & Sushi redefines the traditional steakhouse by offering an exceptional dining experience with a taste and flair all its own. The inspired menu features the finest prime dry-aged steaks, freshest seafood, including Mediterranean whole fish, and a dazzling array of sushi creations, served up in a chic, elegant atmosphere that is also a feast for the eyes. Select the perfect wine to complement your meal and complete your dining experience with a decadent homemade dessert.
4 Old Jericho Tpke, Jericho
(516) 605-1400
Opus Steakhouse features dramatic dining spaces with soaring architectural ceilings and an endless panorama of glass providing gorgeous views. Enjoy succulent steakhouse classics, mouth-watering Japanese wagyu petite strip steak, veal chops, Mero Sea Bass, charcoal-grilled Mediterranean branzino, or whole fish that is flown in daily from the best waters from around the world. Opus Steakhouse also features a chic sushi bar and a wine list with over 600 selections.
10 Pinelawn Rd., Melville
(631) 271-7780
Long Island’s premier steakhouse, Blackstone, is an architectural masterpiece that offers an unforgettable dining experience. Its distinctive menu features outstanding steakhouse classics with amazing sushi and seafood creations. Enjoy the finest prime dry-aged and Kobe beef and a fabulous sushi and raw seafood bar.
569 Broadhollow Rd, Melville
(631) 694-3333
One10 Restaurant & Lounge is a Modern Italian steakhouse set in an awe-inspiring 14,000-square-foot space that exudes a contemporary style with a dramatic, yet welcoming atmosphere. Its elevated menu offers everything from pizzas, salads, steaks, and seafood, to pastas, sophisticated sides, tempting desserts, and the perfect wine to accompany it all.
650 Jericho Turnpike, Syosset
(516) 496-8000
Rare650 boasts a chic main dining room, floor-to-ceiling wine room and an energetic bar area. The unique menu combines tantalizing steakhouse classics with amazing sushi and fresh seafood creations. In addition to serving the finest prime dry-aged steaks, Rare650 has an authentic sushi chef and a fabulous sushi and raw seafood bar. Plus, the sommelier can help you select the perfect wine from an 850 bottle, award-winning wine list.
400 Broadhollow Road, Melville
(631) 755-5777
Bijou is one of Long Island’s premier dining experiences featuring Modern American Asian cuisine with a French influence. Indulge in a sophisticated menu of sushi, dim sum, premium wagyu, and more.
Volpe Restaurant at the Fox Hollow
7725 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury
Seating times available between 12 - 5 p.m.
(516) 921-1415
Celebrate Easter Sunday at Volpe, Long Island’s standout Italian Restaurant. The culinary team is preparing a special Easter menu with complete dinners starting at $69 for adults and $39 for children.
Marrying old-world recipes with the culinary expertise of the award-winning Scotto brothers, Volpe Ristorante delivers fine dining like no other. Volpe uses only the freshest local produce, seafood and livestock in both traditional Italian dishes and those with a twist. Reserve now by calling (516) 921-1415.
Crafts
Get ready for the big day and have some kid-friendly fun with these creative crafts and recipes.
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There are always plenty of things to do on Long Island during the holidays – for even more of the best local entertainment and activities check out our Things To Do Guide and Calendar of Events!