Yep, the Easter Bunny comes to Hawaii, too!
Every year, he hops a boat to paradise, so he can hide eggs for the islands’ children (and take a well-deserved vacation, too). So, gather your little-ones and head out to one of these exciting Easter Egg Hunts on Oahu:
Saturday, March 26th
- Gunstock Ranch 28th Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Search for more than 8,000 eggs, including some with cash and prizes from local businesses. Kids can go into the free petting zoo or spend $2 for a pony ride. A few fundraising groups will be selling food and Gunstock Ranch will be selling their 100-percent grass-fed beef. Wear shoes as you will be walking through the pastures. There hard boiled eggs donated from Cackle Fresh and thousands of candy filled eggs in each field. Special colored eggs can be turned in for money or prizes donated from businesses in the community. Horses will also be giving horseback rides for $2.00 and Kahuku Elementary’s 3rd Grade will be fundraising by selling food. Cash only please. Bring a basket or bag to collect the eggs. Wear closed toes shoes. Don’t forget your camera! Look for the pasture that best suits your child’s age. Most Importantly: Don’t come late! The hunt starts at 10 am sharp. Plan on arriving at least 20 minutes prior to the start time to allow for parking and walking. 10 a.m, 6-250 Kamehameha Hwy. Laie, HI 96762. Phone: 808-293-2026. www.gunstockranch.com
- Newtown Church 2nd Annual Eggstravaganza: Bouncers, face painting, games and, of course, an Easter egg hunt are all part of this free celebration. Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited 10 a.m.-noon. Check in begins at 9:30 a.m. Waiau District Park, 98-1650 Kaahumanu St., Pearl City. Call 488-1952 for more information. Pre-register at www.808egghunt.com
- University Avenue Baptist Easter Family Day: Bounce houses, a puppet show, games, keiki ID, crafts, and, of course, an Easter egg hunt. 11 am to 12pm. Walk-in registration starts at 11am. Hunt starts promptly at 11:30 for all divisions. Registration is required to participate. Event held at 2305 University Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822. Phone: (808) 947-5008. Preregister at www.universityavenuebaptist.org
Sunday, March 27th
- Island Adventure Golf Easter Egg Hunt: Sunday, March 27, 2016 from 9:30AM – 10:30AM Easter Egg Hunts at 9:30am, 9:50am, and 10:10am. Registration starts at 9:00am and limited space available per age group. Find the Golden Egg and win a FREE ticket to the park plus other cool prizes! Come early as this popular event will only be limited to the first 1,000 Easter Egg Hunters. Plus receive an Egg Hunt Admission Special – get a $19.99 coupon good towards admission to the park on Sunday Easter, when you participate. Bring your own decorated basket an enter in our Easter Egg Basket decoration contest. One winner will be chosen from each of the age category and win a 2016 season pass ($49.99 VALUE)! Cost of park admission and parking are not included. 400 Farrington Highway, Kapolei, HI. Phone: (808) 674-9283. www.wetnwildhawaii.com
After taking your family to one of these spectacular Easter Egg Hunts on Oahu, you’ll still have plenty of time to have fun in the Hawaii sun. Want to try your hand at stand up paddleboarding in Waikiki? Or maybe head-out for an afternoon at Sea Life Park? Maybe a luau is in store for the evening? Whatever activity you want to try, call Hawaii Aloha Travel for the best discounts in the islands!
