New Jersey Easter Celebrations:
Festivals and Events in 2024

Discover The Best Easter Celebrations and Events in New Jersey. They feature Easter Parades, Egg hunts, and Farm Festivals

This year Easter falls on Sunday, March 31, 2024

Easter is a time of celebration and joy, and New Jersey offers a wide range of events and activities to make the most of this special holiday. Whether you're looking for family-friendly activities or adult-oriented festivities, there's something for everyone in the Garden State.

One of the highlights of Easter in New Jersey is the abundance of Easter egg hunts and festivals. These events are perfect for children and families, providing a fun and exciting way to celebrate the holiday. From traditional egg hunts in local parks to larger-scale events at farms and zoos, there are plenty of opportunities to search for colorful eggs and enjoy the thrill of the hunt.

In addition to egg hunts, many towns and communities in New Jersey host Easter parades and festivals. These events often feature live music, entertainment, and delicious food, creating a festive atmosphere for all to enjoy.

Note: Sometimes conditions require cancellations or changes of dates, times and location which are not reflected in the original schedule. Before planning a trip to visit one of the listed events, it is suggested that you call the event sponsor to confirm the event schedule or for additional information on the event.

Northern NJ 2024
Easter Events

Annual Easter Bunny Express
Trips run March 23rd, 24th, and 30th 2024; At 1PM, 2PM, 3PM, 4PM
Departing:
Whippany Railway Museum
1 Railroad plaza,
Whippany, NJ
(973) 887-8177
Visit their site to learn more
This family event features an Easter celebration on a fun themed train ride through northern New Jersey! Its a 45-minute round-trip ride along the historic Whippanong Trail.

Easter and Springtime Festival
Saturday, March 23rd thru Sunday, April 7th, 2024:10am - 4:30pm
Alstede Farms
84 Route 513 (Old Route 24)
Chester, New Jersey
Visit their site to learn more
Cost: $24.99 - $36.99
This family friendly Easter celebration thakes place on a farm where visitors will get to enjoy scenic hay wagon rides, interacting farm animals and the Easter Bunny.

Eggstravaganza
Saturday, Sunday, March 23, 24, 2024 (rain Date March 3oth)
Bergen County Zoological Park
216 Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ
201-634-3112
Visit their site to learn more
Cost: Tickets will be $5.00 for everyone 2 and up.
This event features a walk around the zoo to collect eggs, treats, and prizes!

Hoboken Grace: Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 23rd, 2024; 8:30 - 11:30AM
409 14th St.
Hoboken, NJ
Visit their site to learn more --- Each slot has a maximum capacity and will be filled on first come basis.
Children up to 9 years old are invited to participate.
The this Easter celebration features a childrens egg hunt with over 30,000 eggs.

Phillipsburg Easter Bunny Train Ride
March 23, 24, 30, 31, 2024: 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm
99 Elizabeth Street
Phillipsburg, NJ
Visit their site to learn more
Cost: $14.00 Child, $20.00 Adult and Lap Sitter (2 and under)$4.00
This is fun family event features an Easter Celebration with the Easter Bunny on a train ride along the scenic Delaware River.

Heaven Hill EGGstravaganza
March 29 & 30, April 6, 7, & 13, 14, 2024: from 10am - 5pm.
Heaven Hill Farm
451 State Route 94
Vernon, New Jersey 07462
Visit their site to learn more
(973) 764-5144
Admission Cost: Online, Children under 2 are always free!
This Ester celebration features a visit with Hopper the Bunny in search for Easter Eggs in a journey complete a hayride, farm animals, carnival rides, and more.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Liberty Hall Museum
Saturday, March 30th, 2024: 12:00 pm 1:30 pm (Rain or Shine)
Liberty Hall Museum
Kean University
1003 Morris Avenue
Union, NJ
Visit their site to learn more
Fee: $12.00 for 1 child, Adults are $5.00 each Reservations required.
This Easter celebration features a visit with the Easter bunny and children exploring the grounds of Liberty Hall in search of eggs.

Easter in the Park
Saturday, March 30, 2024 @11am
outside weather permitting
Van Neste Square
Ridgewood, NJ
Visit their site to learn more
Cost: Free
A family friendly event features an Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny, along with vendors will offer treats and other goods.

NYC Harbor Easter Dinner Cruise
Sunday, March 31st, 2024; Board: 5:30PM | Cruise: 6:00PM - 8:30PM
City Experiences
1500 Harbor Blvd,
Weehawken, NJ 07086
Visit their site to learn more
Cost: $135.90, Kids Free (Ages 3 and under)
This Easter NYC Harbor cruise on the Hudson and East Rivers features an on board holiday buffet with cocktails and dancing.