Spring has officially arrived in the Beehive state! Stop to smell the flowers at one of the following events, hand-picked by the staff at Salt Lake magazine. Of course, there’s plenty of Easter-themed fun to choose from, let the eggstravaganza commence!
Monday 04/14
What: Spring Festival
Where: Cross E Ranch
When: 04/10-05/10
Enjoy the sunny springtime weather at Utah’s Cross E Ranch. The annual Easter event combines all types of seasonal fun, including a petting zoo, craft areas and spring treats. Select dates through May 10th, see their site for hours.
Tuesday 04/15
What: Cider Education Night
Where: Scion Cider
When: 04/15 at 7 p.m.
This weekly education night features curated flights and bites from Scion Cider pros. $7 for the Cider 101 flight, and $10 for a guided tasting flight.
Wednesday 04/16
What: Spring Utah Art Market
Where: Four Lemons (4850 S Highland Dr, Holladay)
When: April 16-19 at 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Shop local artists at the Utah Art Market, now going on 30 years. Vendors include craft jewelers, painters, artisan soap makers and much more!
Thursday 04/17
What: ZooLuminate
Where: Utah’s Hogle Zoo
When: Select dates 03/28-05/26
Hogle Zoo’s new after-hours event invites guest to immerse themselves in a vibrant world of glowing displays and wildlife interactions.
What: 2025 Easter Dog Bone Hunt
Where: Wheeler Historic Farm
When: 04/17 at 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Treat your pup to some Easter fun at Wheeler Farm’s annual Bone Hunt! The hunt is divided into three sections for small to large breeds, and ends with a visit from the Easter Bunny himself. Register your dog here.
Friday 04/18
What: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Where: Gardner Village
When: 04/18 at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Celebrate the spring holiday with a delicious buffet of fresh bacon, potatoes, French toast sticks and more. Continue the festivities with delightful photo ops, live animal encounters and more. Gardner Village will host another brunch the following morning, April 19.
What: Easter Bunny Tea
Where: The Grand America
When: 04/18
Dress in your springtime best and join the Grand America for an Easter-themed high tea. The cherished afternoon tradition begins with savory tea sandwiches, carefuly chosen teas and house-made pastries. Afterward, stroll through the Grand’s gardens where tulips are in full bloom. Make your reservation here.
What: Kevin Hart: Acting My Age
Where: Delta Center
When: 04/18 at 7:30 p.m.
Emmy & Grammy nominee Kevin Hart is touring with his ninth standup special: Acting My Age. This event is a phone-free experience, and all attendees will place devices in individual Yondr pouches which will be unlocked after the show. Find tickets here.
What: Market and Craft Fair
Where: The Gateway
When: 04/18 at 4 p.m .to 9 p.m.
A monthly craft fair featuring over 50 local vendors, prize drawings and a scavenger hunt. This month’s affair will also star a special appearance by the Easter Bunny!
Saturday 04/19
What: Literary Libations
Where: Ken Sanders Rare Books
When: 04/19 at 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
X96 Radio From Hell personality Bill Allred, Ken Sanders and Wine Academy of Utah’s Jim Santangelo will host a lively discussion of author Wendell Berry and his book Mad Farmer Poems. Keep the conversation flowing with a paired cocktail and more boozy fun.
What: Second Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza
Where: Memory Grove Park
When: 04/19 at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Spend Easter weekend frolicking at Memory Grove Park, where colorful Easter eggs have been scattered across the grounds. This year’s hunt will offer separate areas for different age groups for maximum enjoyment for your little ones.
What: Living Planet Aquarium’s Eggstravaganza 2025
Where: Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
When: 04/19 at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Join the Loveland Aquarium for an exciting day of Easter events in Utah, like face painting, educational activities, bunny meet and greet and two egg dashes.
What: Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Galena Park, Draper
When: 04/19 at 10 a.m.
Bring your little ones for a free egg hunt separated by age group. The fun continues with an appearance by the Easter Bunny and face painting.
What: Egg Legs Half Marathon, 5k, 10k
Where: Gardner Village
When: 04/19 at various start times
Test your mettle at an Easter themed race at Gardner Village. End the day an easter egg hunt and photo ops with the REAL Easter Bunny after.
What: Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Butler Park, Cottonwood Heights
When: 04/19 at 10 a.m.
A family-friendly egg hunt featuring food trucks, balloon artists and plenty of Easter fun. Bring your own basket and go wild!
Easter Sunday 04/20
Celebrate Easter with a springtime brunch at a Utah restaurant. From bountiful buffets to curated prix fixe menus, there’s a little something for every diner this spring. Find our top picks for Easter brunch, here.
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