A number of Easter celebrations and egg hunts are taking place this weekend throughout the South Jersey region
Many families around the area will be celebrating Easter this weekend and there is no shortage of events taking place. Check out what towns will be hosting Easter egg hunts, parades and brunches around the region.
In Washington Township
- On Saturday, April 15, People Against Distracted Driving will be hosting its annual “Walk with PADD” event in Washington Lake Park to honor Nikki Kellenyi on the 5th anniversary of her passing. The walk will begin at 9 a.m. Activities will include NASCAR and ARCA assets presented by winning driver Tom Hessert, the Philadelphia Union U on Tour experience, Musselman’s Apple Sauce sampling, House of Gamez interactive video game experience and more. For more information, visit www.padd.org.
- The 14th annual Washington Township Easter Classic Tournament will be held on Friday, April 14, and Saturday, April 15, at fields located in Washington Lake Park, Washington Township High School, the County House Complex, Total Turf Experience, Gloucester Catholic Athletic Fields Complex and others if required. Last year, the tournament hosted 194 soccer teams from around the nation. For more information, visit www.wtsoccer.net/easter-classic-tournament.
- On Sunday, April 16, Senior Matters, Knights of Columbus and the Rotary will be running a hot meals program to help elderly and those in need. The Kathy McGee Memorial Holiday Meals Program will be held from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The organizations are asking for donation to be made at the Washington Township Rescue Association, located at 4 Willow St., Turnersville., specifically hams and homemade cookies. For more information, contact Paul Dilks at (609) 685–3736, email [email protected], or visit www.seniormatters.info.
Around South Jersey
- The Haddonfield Y Men’s Club is hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday at Crows Woods, 319 Merion Drive in Haddonfield. Children can gather eggs and win prizes. All participants should bring a basket from home. The event begins at 10 a.m. sharp.
- Lutheran Crossings Enhanced Living at Moorestown will host an Easter egg hunt on Saturday. The Easter Bunny will arrive at 10 a.m. for photos. There will also be an Easter craft and refreshments leading up to the hunt at 10:30 a.m. The event will take place, rain or shine. It is free to attend and open to both residents’ families and the community. Register online at www.lutherancrossings.org/news-events/events/easter-egg-hunt-2017
- Thousands will descend upon Cherry Hill High School West’s football field on Saturday as Kingsway Church hosts one of the largest egg hunts in the area. There will be separate hunts for age groups 0 to 2, 3 to 5, 6 to 9 and 10 to 12. The first hunt for ages 0 to 2 will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, with the other age groups to follow. More than 75,000 eggs will be available to collect. All of the eggs will have either candy or a golden ticket inside. Participants are asked to arrive early. The hunt is free to attend and open to all. Visit www.kingswaychurch.tv/news/egghunt for more information.
- The Cherry Hill Public Library will host its first YA Book Fest on Saturday. The event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. in the lower level conference center of the library. There will be author meet and greets, signings, book raffles and more. Eight authors are scheduled to attend. The event is free and open to all ages. Visit www.cherryhillyabookfest2017.webs.com for more information on the participating authors.
At the Jersey Shore
- Egg hunts will also be taking place in a number of shore towns this weekend. On Saturday in Wildwood, kids ages 1 to 12 can participate in the Greater Wildwood Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt begins at noon at Lincoln Avenue and the beach. Kids can dig in the sand for eggs and try to find a golden egg to win a big prize. The rain date is Sunday. Visit www.wildwoodsnj.com for information on this and other egg hunts taking place in Wildwood this weekend.
- On Sunday, a few shore towns will be holding Easter fashion strolls. One of these will be taking place in Cape May. The Washington Street Mall at 300 Washington Street will be the host for Cape May’s annual Easter Fashion Stroll beginning at 1 p.m. There will be judging categories and prizes for the best dressed in the event. Treats, gift certificates and ribbons will be awarded to the winners. Registration begins at noon. Visit www.discovercapemaynj.com for more information.
In Philadelphia
- Families can hop over to the Philadelphia Zoo this weekend and enjoy the zoo’s Easter Bunny Brunch. Tickets for the 9:30 to 11 a.m. brunch on Sunday are still available. The event includes a buffet, Easter egg hunt, games, crafts and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. Admission to the zoo is included. For zoo members, tickets are $32.99 for adults and $27.99 for children. For non-members, tickets are $42.99 for adults and $37.99 for children. Visit www.philadelphiazoo.org for more information.
- On South Street Sunday, enjoy an Easter tradition at the 86th annual Easter Promenade. The parade begins at 12:30 p.m. at 430 South Street and travels down to Headhouse Square on 2nd Street. Enjoy Easter treats, live music from the Philadelphia Freedom Band, the Bunny Hop, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Cottontail and more. Children and adults are eligible to receive a best dressed or best Easter Bonnet prize. The event is free to attend. For more information, visit www.southstreet.com/easter-promenade.
To see more events taking place in Philadelphia this weekend, visit www.philadelphiaweekly.com.
