Easter is just around the corner and egg hunts start on April 9, 2022, in Oshkosh! We’ve gathered up everything Easter to share with you to plan a fun holiday. Unique Easter events in the Oshkosh area include an Egg-Citing Day at the Zoo and an egg drop from a hot air balloon in Omro! Don’t miss special menus for Easter Brunches and Buffets at favorite restaurants around the city and there are even a couple of opportunities to share breakfast with the Easter Bunny!
Looking for more options? Check out the Go Valley Kids Easter Guide!
Easter Egg Hunts
- Egg-Citing Day at the Zoo at Menominee Park Zoo in Oshkosh – A fun-filled Easter celebration and fundraiser for the Zoo! Visit the Easter Bunny, go on an egg hunt inside the zoo, games, raffles, contests, and prizes.
- April 9, 2022: 11 am – 3 pm at Menominee Park Zoo, Oshkosh
- Registration: Tickets are available from March 21 – April 6. Purchase in advance or at the gate. Purchase tickets online, at Oshkosh Festival Foods, or at the Oshkosh Parks Dept Office.
- Cost:
- Children (Ages 2 – 17 years): $3
- Adults & Children under 1: FREE
- Easter Egg Hunt at Community Church in Oshkosh – Fun morning of worship, games, balloon animals, bounce houses and Easter Egg Hunt for kids 12 and under. The egg hunt will be outside at Community Church Ryf Road – dress accordingly, bring a basket and get ready to have FUN with your family! This is a FREE family event.
- April 9, 2022: 10 am
- Registration: Please register in advance each child that plans to participate. Adults do not need to be signed up.
- Easter Egg Drop from Hot Air Balloon at Omro Elementary School Soccer Field – This event will host a range of spring-themed activities and a special visit from the Easter Bunny, Egg Drop sponsored by Calm Sky Adventures (open to grades 5 and under weather dependent), and guests will get to participate in a bevy of activities – including arts and crafts, games, egg dying and an exclusive opportunity to snap their own pictures with the Easter Bunny. This is a free community event.
- April 9, 2022: 8 – 11 am
- The balloon drop will start at 8 am.
- **Balloon is weather dependent, the event will happen rain/shine/wind.**
- April 9, 2022: 8 – 11 am
- Downtown Fond Du Lac Easter Egg Walk – Come downtown to celebrate Spring with the First Annual Easter Egg Walk. Children of all-ages can explore a variety of businesses downtown to collect Easter Eggs. While most eggs will have delicious candy in them, a select few will have some eggs-tra special prizes inside.
- April 9, 2022: 10 am – 1 pm
- Check-in begins at 9:00 am and closes at 11:30 am. At check-in, ticket holders will receive an Easter Egg Basket and map with all participating locations.
- Registration: 200 tickets will be sold and can be purchased in advance. Any remaining tickets will be available to purchase during check-in.
- Cost: $10
- April 9, 2022: 10 am – 1 pm
- EGGstravaganza at Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac – Join the EGGstravaganza with the annual Egg Hunt and a variety of fun activities, games, crafts, and much more! Bring your camera, the Easter Bunny will be stopping by!
- April 9, 2022: Morning Hunt: 10am-12pm // Afternoon Hunt: 1pm-3pm
- Families are invited to arrive when the doors open at 10:00 am or 1:00 pm, and the ever-popular egg hunt will begin promptly at 10:15 am or 1:15 pm respectively.
- Registration online
- Cost: $5 for members, $10 for non-members
- April 9, 2022: Morning Hunt: 10am-12pm // Afternoon Hunt: 1pm-3pm
- Bunny Hop at Festival Foods – Hop on in to receive exclusive treats and trinkets as well as get a photo with our bunny! To provide a safe and fun experience for little guests, ages 8 and under, they will have pre-packaged treats throughout the store to make sure kids get something special without having to spend a ton of time in one spot.
- April 9, 2022: 10 am – 2 pm
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
- Breakfast with the Bunny at Webster Stanley Middle School, Oshkosh – Enjoy a pancake breakfast with the Easter Bunny! Bring your camera for a great holiday picture. Enjoy family activities & raffles.
- Saturday, April 9, 2022: 8 am – 11 am
- Registration/Tickets: Must be purchased in advance. Combo tickets for this event and Egg-Citing Day at the Zoo are also available.
- Cost: $5/adults, $3/children, Free for child 1yr & under.
- Ground Round at River’s Edge – The Ground Round at River’s Edge invites you to Hip-pity Hop down for our annual Lunch with the Easter Bunny. Join the life-sized Easter Bunny for lunch, pictures, and a goodie bag while you make memories that will last forever. You can even enter to win one of our Giant Easter baskets.
- April 9, 2022: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Family-Friendly Easter Brunch & Dinner in the Oshkosh Area
- Mineshaft Oshkosh – Easter Brunch menu includes Bacon & Asparagus Strada, Cheesy Scrambled Eggs, Farm fresh scrambled eggs, Double Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links, Biscuits & Gravy, French Toast, Burgundy Beef Tenderloin Tips with Buttered Noodles, Orange & Cinnamon Baked Spiral Ham, Bourbon BBQ Ribs, and so much more!
- Sunday, April 17, 2022: Easter Brunch Only: 8 am – 3 pm Full Menu Served 3 pm – 8 pm
- Price: Adults $24.99 | Ages 7-10 $16.99 | Ages 3-6 $7.99 | Under 3 FREE
- Call 920-252-4940 for reservations
- Becket’s, Oshkosh – Plated Easter Brunch Menu: Pork Kat Zu Benedict, French Toast, Caramelized Onion Mushroom Quiche, 12oz Prime Rib, White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Breakfast Burger, Delaware Bay Blue Point Oysters. Also offering mimosas and megamosas.
- Sunday, April 17, 2022: 10 am – 4 pm
- Reservations are highly recommended. Call 920-230-3333
- The Howard, Oshkosh – Gather family and friends for a brunch in the Great Hall. Enjoy complimentary mimosa, orange juice, or bottomless coffee throughout brunch. Full menu to be announced with kid-friendly brunch options available.
- Sunday, April 17, 2022: 10 am & 1pm
- Price: $35 adults, $20 children under 10
- Call 920-479-1927 for reservations
- Ground Round at River’s Edge, Oshkosh – Have an easy Easter morning. Let us do the cooking (and cleaning)! Join the Ground Round for Brunch.
- Sunday, April 17, 2022: 9 am – 4pm
- Call 920-230-6300 for reservations.
- TJ’s Highland, Oshkosh – Buffet including carving stations, raw bar, omelet station, eggs benedict, bacon, sausage, waffle station, sweet treats, plus optional bottomless sangrias, and mimosas for adults $13 more.
- Sunday, April 17, 2022: 10 am – 4pm
- Price: $35 adults, $18 children under 14
- Call 920-231-1076 for reservations
Other Things to Do for Easter with Kids
On the Loos Cruises, LLC – Season open April 15, 2022
Take a fun, family cruise together. Paddlewheel Boat Tours on the Fox River, Lake Butte des Morts, and Lake Winnebago.
Oaks Candy Corner
Stop in at Oaks Candy Shop for delicious hand-dipped chocolates and sweets. Let the kiddos pick out one of their special Easter treats that include an adorable chocolate bunny driving a car as well as classic standing or sitting chocolate Easter Bunnies!
Did we miss a fun egg hunt or your favorite spot for brunch? Let us know! Send an email to editor@gooshkoshkoshkids.com.
