Spring is in full swing, and Essex County is buzzing with family-friendly activities! Whether you’re looking to decorate cookies, meet beloved characters, or enjoy an egg hunt, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what’s happening:
🐣 Friday, April 11
Spring EGGstravaganza at My Gym West Orange
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: My Gym West Orange, 235 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ
Details: Kick off the weekend with an energetic egg hunt at My Gym! Kids aged 3 months to 10 years can enjoy games, surprises, and a search for hidden eggs.
🍪 Saturday, April 12
Easter Cookie Decorating Class at Calandra’s Bakery
Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Calandra’s Italian & French Bakery, 244 U.S. Highway 46 E, Fairfield, NJ
Details: Get creative with a hands-on cookie decorating experience! Each $45 kit includes one oversized cookie and five regular-sized cookies, along with decorating materials. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and water, and enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card. BYOB and snacks are encouraged. Space is limited, so call (973) 227-5008 to reserve your spot.
Easter Party at Gigi’s Princess Palace
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Gigi’s Princess Palace, 382 Broad St, Bloomfield, NJ
Details: Join Alice, Belle, and the Easter Bunny for an enchanting afternoon filled with crafts, sing-alongs, and a coronation ceremony. Tickets are available on their website.
Essex County Family Day
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location Concert Grove Branch Brook Park, Newark NJ
Details: Enjoy paddle boats, crafts, face painting, a bouncy house, rock climbing, food vendors, and the stunning cherry blossoms.
🧺 Sunday, April 13
Spring Fever Tea Party Brunch
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: LaBella Princess Cafe Verona, NJ
Details: Enjoy brunch with the snow queen sisters for a mini and me tea party
Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Nutley Knights of Columbus 150 Chestnut St. Nutley, NJ
Details: Adults: $10 Children: $5 All proceeds support the volunteer fire department
46th Annual Pancake Breakfast
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Fairfield FIre Hall 5 Commerce Road Fairfield, NJ
Details: Adults: $10 Children: $5 All proceeds support the volunteer fire department
Don’t forget to tag us in your weekend adventures @EssexCountyNewJerseyMoms! Have a fantastic weekend!