2019 Easter celebration events
Below are the 2019 Easter celebration events going on in eastern Idaho and western Wyoming. Although the list is long, it is not complete. If you have information on an event that is not listed, email natalie.nix@localnews8.com, and we will update this page as soon as possible.
IDAHO FALLS
FRIDAY, APRIL 19 to SUNDAY, APRIL 21
2019 Free Easter Event at Cabela’s (3693 S 25th E, Ammon, ID) – “Families are invited to celebrate Easter at Cabela’s by enjoying free photos with the Easter Bunny, and many other activities during the season. Everyone’s favorite Easter Bunny character will be in-store during select times from Saturday, April 13th, through Easter Sunday, April 21st, for a free, fun, spring-themed collectible photo. More information HERE.
Bring the kids in for a photo that you will cherish for years to come!
Crafts: Saturdays Noon -5 p.m., Sundays Noon – 4 p.m., Friday 3-7 p.m.
Photos: Saturdays 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sundays Noon-5 p.m., Monday – Thursday 5:30-7:30, Friday 2-8 p.m.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
The Great Easter Egg Hunt at Snake River Landing – 10 a.m. at Snake River Landing (901 Pier View Dr, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402) – “The 4th Annual Great Easter Egg Hunt is on Saturday, April 20th at Snake River Landing!
Kicking off PROMPTLY at 10 AM, the Great Easter Egg Hunt offers egg hunt areas divided by age group. The free event is for children 12 and under.” More information HERE. Second annual Snake River BMX Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. at the Pinecrest Event Center (560 E. Anderson Street) – “Everyone come out for the best FREE Easter egg hunt happening in east Idaho!! We have prizes ranging from bikes to scooters to skateboards. We also will have a bunch of raffle tables with a bunch of awesome stuff being raffled off, all these proceeds go towards helping raise money for the BMX track.” Community Easter Egg & Rock Hunt at The Salvation Army – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at The Salvation Army, Idaho Falls (605 N Boulevard, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402) – “Our Community Easter Egg & Rock Hunt at The Salvation Army in Idaho Falls will take place on Saturday, April 20 at 10:00 AM. Doors will open at 9:30 AM. Please bring your own basket. The Easter Egg & Rock Hunt will be divided by age group: ages 1 -4; ages 5 – 10; ages 11 – 16.” More information HERE. Easter Egg Hunt for children with special needs – 10 a.m. at Bonneville High School (3165 E Iona Rd, Idaho Falls, ID 83401) – “We will be hosting our 8th annual Easter Egg Hunt for children with special needs and their families Bonneville High School
This was a huge success last year, we had over 5000 eggs, lots of prizes and even a visit from the Easter Bunny!
We’ll have our local DJ’s from Now 107.9 and 99 KUPI there and there will be tons of fun for everyone!
Most of the candy will be gluten free! We will also have alternative non food options for those children that can’t/don’t eat candy.
We know you can’t be in two places at once so typical siblings ARE welcome to attend. We just ask that they are mindful of others and make sure everyone gets their fair share of candy.” More information HERE.
Where is the Easter Bunny? – 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (381 Shoup Avenue, Suite 207, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402) – “Where is the Easter Bunny? Downtown of course! Come downtown Saturday, April 20th from 12 noon – 3 p.m. Go on a hide-and-seek adventure to find the hidden bunnies! We have hidden the bunnies in the downtown shops and you need to come see if you can find them!
Meet at Civitan Plaza to pick up your card to find the bunnies downtown. Once you have found all the bunnies go to WeeBee Toys (492 Shoup Ave.) where you will be able to pick out a prize and meet the Easter Bunny!” More information HERE.
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Easter Brunch – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lincoln Court Retirement Community (850 Lincoln Dr, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83401) – “We would like to cordially invite you to our Annual Easter Brunch.
RSVP by April 18th Phone: 208.529.3456
Cost: $12 for Adults, $6 for 9 & under
Menu: Prime Rib, Ham & Turkey with all the fixings
Assorted Pastries, Cakes, Pies, Cheesecake & many more!” More information HERE. Easter Sunday – 10 a.m. at the Salvation Army, Idaho Falls (605 N Boulevard, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402) – “Come join us for Easter Sunday. Brunch will be served at 10:00 AM. Church service will begin at 11:00 AM, followed by an Easter Egg Hunt.” More information HERE. AMMON
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17
Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt – 1:30 p.m. at McCowin Park (3000 Southwick Lane, Ammon, Idaho 83406) – “We are doing an Easter Egg Hunt on Wednesday the 17th at McCowin Park! It will begin at 1:30 p.m. and would love to share this with the community!” More information HERE.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Ammon Fire Department 23rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at McCowin Park – “Bring the kids to McCowin Park for the 23rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. (For children 12 & Under).” More information HERE. Annual Easter Egg Hunt! – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at The Gables of Ammon Assisted Living (1405 Curlew Dr, Ammon, Idaho 83406) – “Come join us Saturday, April 20th at 10 am for our annual Easter Egg Hunt! Children of all ages are welcome! Everyone in the community is welcome as well! Bring your own basket or bag to collect eggs. Hope to see you all there!” More information HERE. POCATELLO
THURSDAY, APRIL 18
Pocatello- Ukrainian Eggs – 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Grape Van Gogh (240 S Main St, Pocatello, Idaho 83204) – “It’s Easter season again and that means we crack out one of our favorite seasonal projects- UKRANIAN EGGS!
We will provide you with a REAL blown-out Goose Egg all the necessary materials to make your Ukranian egg. We have a book of designs or you can find other designs online. We will instruct you how to use the special tools, hot wax, and series of REAL Ukranian dyes…not those cheap dyes sold around town. You’ll take home a bit of varnish to protect your egg and make it shine.
Due to working with melted hot wax, this event is for those 12 and older. We will do a kids version without hot wax later.
So sign up today to experience something NEW.” More information HERE.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Elks Annual Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Pocatello Elks Lodge #674 (410 S Main St, Pocatello, Idaho 83204) – “Saturday, April 20th at 10 a.m. Lower Ross Park. 10,000 candy-filled eggs. 20 Golden Ticket eggs for prizes. Ages 1-12 years. Sections for different age groups.” More information HERE. Get “Egg”Cited for ASPCA – 12 p.m. to 12:15 p.m. at Constitution Park (4020 S 5th Ave, Pocatello, Idaho 83204) – “Pocatello Pet Lodge proudly supports ASPCA. We invite you to join us for our annual fundraiser! 3,000 eggs stuffed with candy, dog treats, prizes and more! With 2 fields to hunt, with more ground to hunt on than ever before! Entry is $7 for adults and $3 for Children 12 and under. Kids under 3 are FREE with a paid adult. ALL monies raised will go to ASPCA as we build awareness to end animal cruelty. Leashed pets welcome–and FREE! The hunt is at noon until all the eggs are found–it doesn’t take long so be on time!” More information HERE. Spring Music Fest – 7 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. at Old Town Pocatello (420 N. Main Street, Pocatello, Idaho 83204) – “Join the participating bars, pubs and restaurants in Old Town Pocatello for this year’s Spring Music Fest! Live music, food and drink specials from 7 p.m. to Midnight. This quarterly event is hosted by Old Town Pocatello, Inc. and features great live music and the opportunity to enjoy seasonal food and drink specials. There is no admission charge or cover charges. Just come downtown and enjoy a beautiful Spring evening in Old Town Pocatello! The list of participating locations along with their band line up will be posted on our website, www.oldtownpocatello.com the Thursday before the event.” More information HERE.
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Hoppy Easter Brunch! – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 305 E Lander St, Pocatello, ID 83201 – “Hoppy Easter Brunch! Where the drinks are Hoppy and the Food is Amazing. This is the only great way to start off your Easter Morning. Thanks A Brunch will have Easter Eggs with discounts for the family. Come and Celebrate Easter with the Pocatello Brunch Truck!” More information HERE. UCC Easter Egg Hunt – 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at First Congregational United Church of Christ – Pocatello (309 N Garfield Ave, Pocatello, Idaho 83204) – “Join up for a fabulous NON-CANDY Easter Egg Hunt! Knowing that so many of us have food allergies, we have decided to have an egg hunt with prizes rather than candy this year. Please join us for Worship at 11 am on Easter Sunday followed by an egg hunt. Refreshments will be available inside of children of ALL ages.” More information HERE. CHUBBUCK
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
4th Annual EggCessible (Special Needs) Easter Egg Hunt – 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Stuart Park across the street from the Portneuf District Library (5210 Stuart Ave, Chubbuck, Idaho 83202) – “An Easter Egg Hunt for children and adults with special needs and their families. Free event, but ticket required. Tickets will be available beginning March 25 at the library, or at various schools and therapy agencies.” More information HERE. AMERICAN FALLS
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Shooter’s Tavern First Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt – at 4 p.m. at Shooter’s Tavern (266 Idaho St., American Falls, Idaho 83211) – “Come down this Sunday for our First Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt! $5 buy in/participation fee. Jell-O shot eggs hidden around the INSIDE of the tavern. You find em, you drink em! And there will be a Golden Egg with a Grand Prize of $100 inside. So come on down and have fun with us! Hunt starts at 4 o’clock!” More information HERE. BLACKFOOT
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Community Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at Jensen Grove Park (Parkway Drive, Blackfoot, Idaho 83221) – “Arrive early! Over 10,000 eggs up for grabs! The park is separated into age groups. Be sure to check the comments for a map of designated areas so you come prepared. Signs will also be posted for each area. It’s going to be so EGG-citing!!” More information HERE. IONA
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Iona Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. at the Iona Park behind the Community Center UCON
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Ucon Annual Easter Egg Hunt – 10:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at Simmons Park (E 105 N, Ucon, Idaho 83401) More information HERE. RIGBY
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Easy Easter Breakfast Day – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Prepared Pantry (2 N Landmark Ln, Rigby, Idaho 83442) – “Discover fabulous breakfasts that aren’t a lot of work. Pop them in the oven in the morning and let them bake while you are getting ready for the day. Try our Apple Pie French Toast and other treats. Come in anytime from 9AM to 5PM on April 20th to learn how to make and try our French toast and other treats! Can’t make it on Saturday? Come in during open hours and try a variety of treats each day!” More information HERE. Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. at Rigby City Park Lolo’s Little Darlins’ Easter Egg Hunt – 11 a.m. at 475 North Third West, Rigby – “Come to Lolo’s Little Darlins Daycare & Preschool for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 20th, 2019 at 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend! We can’t wait to see you there!” ROBERTS
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Bayou Easter Brunch – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bj’s Bayou (655 N 2880 E, Roberts, Idaho 83444) – “B.J.s Bayou annual Easter Brunch featuring Louisiana dishes, Carved Black Forest Ham, Lamb, Eggs, Sausages, Fresh Fruit and much more! $25 per adult Kids under 12 $15 Reservations Recommended. 208-228-2331” More information HERE. MENAN
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Family Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Menan Community Park- “Bring the kids out for a morning of the best hide and seek of the year, Easter Egg Hunt! There is sure to be plenty of goodies and lots of prizes.” More information HERE. REXBURG
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Easter Weekend Brunch – 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Redd’s Grill (722 N 12th West, Rexburg, Idaho 83440) – “After the Easter Egg hunt is over, come sit down and enjoy an Easter Brunch at Redd’s Grill. We will have lots of fresh-made options. We will start with breakfast items like warm Fritattas, loaded potato nests, cinnamon french toast sticks, and of course bacon, scrambled eggs, and sausage. Our famous breakfast potatoes will include Kielbasa Sausage at this brunch. Lunch items will come out around 10:30 or so including finger sandwiches, and more. Those who know us will tell you that we will be adding more to the menu. $15 for adults, and $10 for kids 12 and under, this includes the food and a beverage and the State Sales Tax. Call ahead to make a reservation. At our Christmas brunch we had a packed house all morning long. We look forward to seeing you for Easter Brunch at Redd’s Grill.” More information HERE. Rexburg Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Porter Park (S 2nd W & 3rd W, Rexburg, Idaho 83440) – “Join hundreds of children looking for 19,000 eggs filled with candy and prizes, including claim slips to over 30 bicycles. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, the Rexburg Kiwanis Club, and many of our fine local businesses.” More information HERE. Yellowstone Bear World Easter Egg Hunt – 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Yellowstone Bear World (6010 S 4300 W, Rexburg, Idaho 83440) – “Come see us for our annual Egg hunt (which is actually on Easter weekend this year!) with over 10,000 prizes. It starts right at 2 p.m., but make sure you are here by 1 p.m. so you don’t miss out!
Easter Egg hunt is free with admission. Purchase of admissions is required. Individual admissions will be 50% off during the Cub Palooza weekends.” More information HERE
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Yellowstone Bear World Easter Egg Hunt – 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Yellowstone Bear World (6010 S 4300 W, Rexburg, Idaho 83440) – “Come see us for our annual Egg hunt (which is actually on Easter weekend this year!) with over 10,000 prizes. It starts right at 2 p.m., but make sure you are here by 1 p.m. so you don’t miss out!
Easter Egg hunt is free with admission. Purchase of admissions is required. Individual admissions will be 50% off during the Cub Palooza weekends.” More information HERE. SUGAR CITY
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Sugar City Easter Egg Hunt – 10 a.m. to 10:10 a.m. at Sugar City Smith Park. “Age group divisions. Lots of eggs and prizes.” More information HERE. ST.ANTHONY
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
St. Anthony Community Easter Egg Hunt – 10:00 a.m. to 10:10 a.m. at St. Anthony Base Ball Diamonds (1151 West Main Street) – “Fremont County Search & Rescue is organizing the 2019 St. Anthony Community Easter Egg Hunt.
The event will be held April 20, 2019, 9:45 a.m. at the St. Anthony Baseball Fields on West Main Street.
The participating ages are 4 and younger; 5 & 6; 7 – 9; and 10 – 12.
The Egg Hunt will start at 10 a.m. SHARP! Parking is limited.
Be there early to make sure your children can participate.
This will be the last year Fremont County Search & Rescue is organizing the Egg Hunt. The St. Anthony Greater Chamber of Commerce asked us to help them out and put it on for one year. That one year has turned into over 10 years.
If there are any organizations or individuals that are willing to take this over please contact Justin at 208-390-2169. If nobody steps up St. Anthony will not have a community egg hunt next year.
We will continue to do the Upper Snake River Valley Special Needs Egg Hunt.” More information HERE. ASHTON
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Ashton Community Easter Hunt – 10 a.m. at North Fremont High School (3581 East 1300 North, Ashton) ISLAND PARK
SUNDAY, APRIL 21
Easter Buffet – 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lakeside Lodge (3857 Lakeside Lodge Lane, Island Park, Idaho 83429) – “Come enjoy a delicious Easter Buffet on April 21st. 8am-2pm” More information HERE. JACKSON HOLE, Wyo.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
51st Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Town Square – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Jackson Square – “The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce and Wells Fargo present the Easter Egg Hunt on Town Square on Saturday, April 20th!
The characters can be found on Town Square at 9:00 AM to take photos and pass out Easter treats! The hunt will start at 10:00 AM sharp for kids ages 1-8 years old!
Come join Tigger, Dora, Sponge Bob and the whole gang! Over 5,000 eggs, all filled with toys and candy, will be hidden and if you find some a prize eggs… you could go home with one of our grand prizes!
Immediately following the hunt there will be free showings of The LEGO Movie 2 and Smallfoot for all ages at Jackson Hole Cinemas on Pearl Ave to start promptly at 11:15 AM!
Do you want to volunteer this year? Click the link below to sign up and email Caitlin@jacksonholechamber.com with any questions!
https://volunteersignup.org/RDFR4
This community event is free and open to the public, see you there!” More information HERE.
