Looking for an exciting Easter weekend in New York City? Experience the vibrant New York Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival, recharge with a delightful Easter brunch, explore egg hunts around the city, and treat yourself to bottomless mimosas on a scenic cruise.
Whether you’re going solo or with friends, dress in your finest attire, embrace the festive spirit, and savor the fantastic Easter Weekend in New York City. Don’t miss out—hop into the excitement!
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New York’s Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival
You can opt to be a spectator by securing a prime spot near St. Patrick’s Cathedral at 10 am to enjoy the parade or dive into the festivities by donning a creatively shaped bonnet on Easter Sunday, the highlight of Manhattan’s Easter celebrations. Easter Sunday brings together New Yorkers from all over the state to gather at 49th Street and follow the short Easter Parade route along Fifth Avenue. The event showcases flamboyant fashion with a dazzling array of eggstravagant and eccentric bonnets, creating a captivating spectacle as it winds through Midtown Manhattan.
While there are no awards at stake, participants receive admiration from their peers as they proudly showcase their eggstravagant Sunday ensembles on Fifth Avenue. Joining the parade is free, allowing you to immerse yourself in the festivities all day long as you mingle with fellow bonnet-clad revelers along the half-mile route.
Adult Easter Egg Hunt in NYC – Easter Weekend in New York City
Unleash your inner child and dive into the excitement of Easter egg hunts designed for adults. Numerous events are happening throughout the city, offering a delightful way to spend your Easter weekend alongside the Easter Bunny, enjoying face painting in vibrant hues and, of course, indulging in delicious Easter treats. Easter egg hunts are a highlight, and you’ll discover a plethora of events happening in parks and playgrounds across New York City during the Easter weekend.
Keep in mind that NYC Easter egg hunts are immensely popular, so it’s advisable to book tickets for ticketed events well in advance. For free hunts, arriving early is key to avoid missing out. Here are a couple of noteworthy events:
Eggs & Kegs Scavenger Hunt & Party in New York. W 67th St, New York, NY, 10023. Saturday, April 12 · 11 am – 2 pm. Experience Central Park in a whole new way in this Adults Only Eggs & Kegs Scavenger Hunt & Party! Meet new people or hang out with familiar friends in NYC’s urban oasis. After being sorted into teams, seek out fun and historical things that are part of the park, and don’t forget to keep an eye out for hidden eggs along the way! All that hunting is hard work, so make sure to join members of the hunt after for a bite to eat at a local pub or restaurant.
Easter Weekend Party Cruise NYC. Pier 36 NYC 299 South Street, New York, 10002. Sunday, April 18 · 10 pm – 2 am.’Get ready for an Easter Weekend like no other! Party along the NYC harbor aboard a luxury yacht. Get down to live DJs across 2 dance floors, each with their own bar for you to get drinks too! Choose between evening and late-night cruises available and customize your experience.’
18+ BYOB Easter Cookie Decorating at the Hyatt House Chelsea. Hyatt House Chelsea. Sunday, April 20 · From 2 pm.’Celebrate Easter and welcome spring with this exclusive Easter Cookie Decorating experience by CocuSocial! A professional instructor will guide you step-by-step in mastering cookie decorating techniques. Each guest will receive 6 pre-baked cookies (bunnies, carrots, and eggs) and learn essential skills like piping, flooding, and wet-on-wet designs. Plus, watch a live demo on making royal icing from scratch! Whether you’re a beginner or a baking enthusiast, you’ll leave with beautifully decorated cookies that taste as amazing as they look.’ BYOB: Bring beer, wine, or champagne (no hard liquor).
Easter Brunch in NYC – Easter Weekend in New York City
Brunching in New York is practically a ritual, with securing a table on a typical Sunday already a noteworthy achievement, let alone on Easter Sunday. The demand for delectable French toasts, bottomless mimosas, refreshing Bloody Marys, classic eggs Benedict, and a variety of pancakes hits new highs every year. Securing a table last minute at these brunch spots on Easter Sunday is nearly impossible, but if you’re dining solo, you stand a good chance of snagging a prime seat to savor your meal while indulging in some people-watching.
- La Puerta de Roja. 1120 Cortelyou Road Brooklyn, NY 11218. This Latin restaurant does not serve the typical fare at an Easter brunch, but their bottomless cocktail selection will have you hopping in seconds. You can’t go wrong with any food on their menu, they will also be offering some special dishes for Easter.
- The Mandarin Oriental. 80 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10023. Celebrate the start of Spring and Easter at one of the most elevated Easter Sunday brunches you can find in New York City. The brunch buffer will be decadent seafood and caviar selections, as well as lamb and prime rib stations. An exquisite dessert bar will display sweet bunny sculptures, take-home sweets, and other aesthetically pleasing delicacies. There are two seatings for that day’s brunch—one at 11 am and the other at 1 pm. There will also be an egg hunt at the lobby at 10:30 am and 12:30 pm.
- The Dutch NYC. 131 Sullivan Street, New York, NY 10012. Indulge in a quintessential New York City brunch experience at this iconic SoHo establishment, known for its leisurely and spirited brunch affairs featuring some of Lower Manhattan’s finest morning cocktails. Delight your taste buds with generous servings of cornmeal blueberry flapjacks and delectable avocado toast, perfectly complemented by revitalizing libations of the lively Oaxacan Sunset. Savor the flavors and the lively atmosphere as you immerse yourself in the essence of Easter weekend indulgence in the heart of SoHo.
- Ladurée Soho. 398 West Broadway, New York NY 10012. Known for their macarons, getting a table at Ladurée is a lucky feat, and a great place to people-watch and nibble on delicious sweets while enjoying the Easter weekend in New York City
- Ladybird. 111 East 7th Street New York, NY 10009. Lauded as the best vegan restaurant in New York City by multiple publications, this vegan restaurant has a special Easter brunch prix fix menu to keep your taste buds singing. The menu includes a bowl of fresh fruits and baked goodies, along with a choice of entre out of 3 options: grilled cheese with vegan yolk, tasty steamed bao buns, and frittata.
- Jacob’s Pickles. 509 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024. In the mood for delicious comfort food? This Upper West Side diner has you covered, with food classics including heart-stopping biscuit-and-egg breakfast sandwiches and fluffy pancakes with buttermilk fried chicken. Wash it down with a beer flight, and add bacon if you’re feeling a little adventurous.
More Fun Activities for the Easter Weekend in New York City
Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and scents of spring by exploring the Orchid Show: Mexican Modernism at the New York Botanical Garden, a captivating display of thousands of blooming orchids set against a fragrant-themed backdrop. Don’t miss the chance to wander through the garden’s expansive 50-acre forest, adorned with over 200 flowering cherry trees, adding to the enchanting springtime ambiance.
For a delightful cherry blossom experience, venture to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, where the blossoms are beginning to bloom, creating a picturesque setting for a stroll. If you prefer a guided tour, join fellow enthusiasts on Magnolia Plaza near the building steps at 1 pm for an insightful exploration of this botanical treasure trove.
Easter Brunch Cruise Fun. Pier 61 Chelsea Piers, West 23rd and 12th Avenue, New York, NY. Indulge in an afternoon of bottomless mimosas and delicious buffet dishes while cruising past New York’s iconic landmarks.
