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55 Best Easter Party Ideas

April 1, 2022 by Leslie 1 Comment

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Cue the pastels, bunnies, and chicks: it’s officially Easter season! Which means it’s time to get hopping on all your Easter party ideas and plans. Whether you’re looking to plan a simple get-together with family and friends or an egg-cellent bash at your school or church, we’ve got you covered.

From hand crafted Easter decorations, mouthwatering food, and egg-citing Easter games and favors and Easter basket ideas, we’ve gathered some of the best Easter party ideas around.

Collage of Easter food and decor with text overlay the best Easter party ideas.

Easter parties are a special time to celebrate and provide a fun way for friends and family to gather together. But good hostesses like you know that planning an Easter party isn’t as simple as tossing some eggs into the yard for an egg hunt.

Aside from picking a theme, planning the menu , figuring out how much food you need, and preparing DIY decorations, it’s important to find ways to add your own creative touch. Even if it’s just a simple twist on a classic Easter treat, your unique spin is what will make yours a party to remember.

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55+ Best Easter Party Ideas

Feel free to pick and choose your favorites from this list of egg-stra special Easter party ideas. Whether you choose to keep things simple, or make an elaborate sit down affair, any of these ideas are sure to add some extra fun and excitement to your celebrations.

Easter Party Decorations

Wondering how to decorate for your Easter party this year? Forget spending hours poring through all the ideas on the internet.

From wreaths and garlands to centerpieces and table settings, these ideas will help you create a beautiful and memorable Easter party without stressing.

Easter Art Prints

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This adorable set of modern boho inspired Easter art prints are sure to be a gorgeous addition to your Easter holiday decor.

Each sign comes in 5 aspect ratios, meaning you can use them for party backdrops, instant Easter home decor, last minute party decorations, gifts, or even for homemade invitations.

Yellow and Pink Floral Party Printables (Lite Package with Triangle Banner

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The bright yellow and pink colors and floral motif of this printable party set is the perfect cheery combination for an Easter party. The set includes banners, party circles, food labels, bag toppers, and more all for one low price.

Easter Banner - Watercolor Pastels (Pre-Filled)

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This pre-filled pastel Easter banner is a quick addition to any Easter celebration. And how could anyone pass up the adorable bunny and egg spacers?

As one reader said: "I just can't get over the utter cuteness. I love it. I love it. I love it."

Easter Bunny Egg Serving Tray Easter Candy Easter

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Looking for the perfect way to serve up your Easter treats? Look no further than this adorable divided bunny egg serving tray! Just fill it with your favorite Easter goodies and let the little ones help themselves. It's also great for larger gatherings as a veggie tray or charcuterie board.

How to Make Adorable Easter Egg Mason Jars (Fun for Kids too!)

Looking for a fun DIY Easter project to do with the kids? These Easter egg mason jars are cute, simple, and look adorable as centerpieces on your dining table.

Adorable Pastel Bunny Themed Party

If you're looking for a fun birthday party theme or cute Easter party ideas, you don't want to miss this pastel bunny themed party. From picture perfect decor, printable coloring pages, and deliciously sweet treats, these bunny party ideas are sure to put a smile on everyone's faces.

Blue Happy Easter Disposable Plates

Looking for no-fuss fun Easter dinnerware that's cute enough for the kids and elegant enough for the adults? You'll love these adorable blue Easter bunny egg plates! Perfect for busy families, these disposable plates are sturdy enough to hand wash and re-use. Or you can recycle them for easy cleanup.

Easter Table Setting for Kids (inspired by a children's book)

You don’t have to be Martha Stewart to pull off this cute, colorful, and fun kids easter table setting. Inspired by a popular children’s book, this table is full of cute ideas from the centerpieces all the way to the family friendly wall decor. It's truly an Easter kids table that the little ones will remember for years to come.

Personalized Easter Napkin Rings for Easter Bunny Place Cards

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Looking for a simple but unique way to dress up your Easter table? These adorable personalized bunny napkin rings make the perfect place cards for your guests, and little kids will love seeing their names on the bunny's tummy.

Stuck at Home Easter Party Decoration Ideas {Bunny Buffet!}

How cute is this Easter bunny buffet?! I love that it's full of cheap and easy Easter party decorations and Easter ideas that kids are sure to love.

Easter Peeps Balloon Mosaic

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Easter balloon mosaics that look like Peeps are a fun way to add a big punch of Easter color to your home. Kids will especially love seeing the colorful candies recreated in a giant size - up to 5 feet tall!

Boxwood Bunny Wreath Bunny Wreath Easter Bunny Wreath

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Greet your guests with an adorable wreath at the front door. Whether you choose something cute and whimsical, or sweet and sophisticated like this boxwood bunny wreath, it’s sure to put a smile on everyone’s face.

Last Minute Easter Tablescape (Shop Your Home Tips)

When you’re strapped for time and cash, the best way to decorate for a holiday is to shop your home. Get ideas for creating easy DIY Easter tablescapes and last minute Easter decor with things you already have at home. Best of all, you can use these simple ideas for Easter decorations for any style - whether you want a rustic farmhouse style or a simple and modern Easter table.

How to make a 3D Jelly Bean Ribbon Trim

Want a colorful DIY Easter decoration that packs a punch? Try making a cute jelly bean ribbon trim and add it to all your Easter crafts. Made with cheap supplies you can find most places, this trim is a fun way to finish off mason jars, chocolate bunny boxes, or even as a garland to add to your buntings and banners.

How to Make a Colorful Easter Grass Garland

Just by using some paper Easter grass and a little bit of hot glue, you can make this easy Easter garland. It's a great way to add color and texture to your holiday decor.

Easter Party Food Ideas

It’s always difficult to decide what to serve at an Easter party. There are so many options and everyone has their own favorites. The good news is that you can choose as many (or as few) dishes as you want to prepare.

We've got you covered here with plenty of Easter treats, simple sandwiches, main course ideas, and a few cocktails for the adults too. So take a look and get planning – your guests are sure love everything you serve up!

Birds Nest Cookies

These simple, no bake Birds Nest cookies look adorable on your Easter dessert tray. And best of all, they only take 3 ingredients and are easy enough for the kids to help out.

Easter Bunny Cinnamon Rolls

Whether you choose to make our delicious from-scratch recipe, or use canned cinnamon roll dough, these sweet and colorful Easter bunny cinnamon rolls are the perfect addition to your Easter brunch.

Strawberry Delight

Strawberry Delight: Layers of no bake cheesecake filling with real strawberries and a graham cracker crust come together to create an easy and delicious dessert that everyone loves.

Easter Poke Cake with Peeps

This heavenly Easter Poke Cake with Peeps is the perfect dessert for a festive celebration. Light and fluffy white cake is filled with creamy pudding, topped with whipped cream frosting, then garnished with Easter candies to create an irresistible treat!

Orange Fluff Salad

The whole family will love this easy, delicious recipe for Orange Fluff Salad. Fruity, creamy, and ready in just minutes it's the perfect side dish or light dessert.

Finger Sandwiches: 15 Tasty Recipes for Your Next Tea Party

Finger sandwiches are a beautiful and tasty way to feed a hungry crowd at an Easter brunch. From classic cucumber and cream cheese to peanut butter and jelly roll ups for the kids, here are 15 tasty finger sandwiches that are perfect for Easter

How to Make Apple Roses with Puff Pastry

Making mini apple roses is a great way to impress your friends and family. They look stunning, but they're actually very simple to make with the help of puff pastry and these tips and tricks.

How to Make a Candy Striped Jelly Bean Cake

Make your guests jaws drop with this stunning striped jelly bean cake. We enjoy ours with with drip icing, but you could also cover the top with frosting and Peeps marshmallows for a truly stunning Easter dessert.

Blueberry Lemonade Mimosas

Made with homemade blueberry simple syrup, lemonade, and your favorite champagne, blueberry lemonade mimosas are a light, sweet and perfectly refreshing cocktail for your Easter celebration.

Shirley Temple Recipe

This classic Shirley Temple drink recipe is always a favorite for special occasions with the kids. Grab the printable recipe, plus check out some creative variations to make it even more fun to drink.

Rainbow Sherbet Punch

Looking for an easy drink recipe to please the whole family? With only a few ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time, you can make a big batch of this delicious and colorful rainbow sherbet punch.

Lemon Cake Mix Cookies | One Dough, Three Amazing Cookies

Lemon cake mix cookies are so delicious and simple to make. The best part is that you can create three tasty version with one batch of dough. Whether you make mellow lemon crinkle cookies, curd filled thumbprint cookies, or tart glaze lemon cookies, you'll be hooked.

Soft and Chewy Almond Macaroons

Soft and chewy almond macaroons are a delicious and easy cookie recipe to make just about any time of year. This small batch recipe is the right choice if you're making lots of other desserts, or if you're just planning a family-only celebration.

Easy Candied Pecans

This quick and easy candied pecans recipe uses only 6 ingredients and is ready to eat in less than 45 minutes. Put them in a pretty bowl for a quick snack, or use them as salad toppers for your Easter dinner.

Easter Dinner Recipes | 15 Yummy Meals to Try This Year

Serving a full Easter dinner at your party? Any of these main course ideas are the perfect star for your dinner – whether you’re looking for ham, lamb, seafood, or even vegan ideas. The only question is…which will you make?

Scrumptious Scone Flavors: 35+ Recipes Perfect for Any Party

You can't go wrong with scones anytime of year, but they're especially fun for an Easter brunch. Thankfully, we've gathered up the best list of scone flavors. From sweet to savory, and everything in between, we've got a recipe for you.

Cherry Ginger Mock Margarita for Kids

This cherry ginger mock margarita recipe is the perfect party drink for kids to enjoy. Half drink half dessert, big and little kids will love the bright pink color, fruity flavor, and sherbet wreath in the center of the drink

11 Simply Stunning Ways to Make a Peeps Cake for Easter

Everyone will call you the hostess with the mostest when you make an awesome Easter Peeps cake like these. The best part? All of these ideas are so easy to pull together. Keep it simple by displaying the rabbit Peeps, or have fun by arranging your bunnies and chicks to create something completely new. Either way, the result will be extraordinary.

Easter Party Games

The best way to get your Easter party hoppin' is to include plenty of games and activities.

We're sharing ideas that are perfect for everyone - from the little kids to the grandmas. So gather your friends and family together, and get ready to have some Easter fun!

Free Printable Easter Jokes

Tired of the same old Easter games? Add some egg-cellent Easter fun to your dinner table with these free printable Easter jokes for kids. They're a great icebreaker activity and a fun way to get everyone laughing and enjoying themselves.

Easter Charades Cards

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This Easter, get the family together for some fun charades! With this set of editable cards, you can customize the prompts to fit your group - which is fantastic if you have young kids that are just learning how to play. You can also use these cards as Easter gift certificates or to create prompts for a fun Easter treasure hunt.

Easter Scavenger Hunt

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Easter scavenger hunts are the best! They're a great way to keep little ones entertained, they're easy to set up, and they're so much fun!

Easter Bingo Cards

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Easter bingo is a great way for everyone to enjoy an afternoon together. This set includes 40 unique pre-filled cards, that include both pictures and text, making it the perfect choice for a group with young kids, class parties, church celebrations, or just as a fun game to play with the family.

Easter Bunny Ring Toss Games

This Easter bunny ring toss is a great game for family gatherings. Kids will love how silly everyone looks while wearing the inflatable headband and trying to toss the rings around the bunny's ears.

Easter I Spy

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This Easter, get into the spirit with a fun I Spy game! This activity couldn't be easier - simply print the sheet and have everyone tally up how many of each item they can find. Use it as a quiet activity for the kids, or turn it into a timed relay for everyone.

Pin the Tail on the Bunny Easter Game

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This year, add a twist and a twirl to your party games with this adorable pin the tail on the bunny game. Kids will love trying to find the bunny's tail, and parents will love watching the silly antics that are sure to happen.

Guess How Many Eggs are in the Basket Game

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Do you know who is the most egg-cellent guesser in your family? Get everyone involved in this fun and simple guessing game. Not only is there a beautiful sign for you to display, the printable also includes guessing cards for everyone to write down their guesses.

6 Easy Peasy Toddler Easter Egg Decorating Techniques

What would an Easter party be without decorating some eggs? You can grab some wooden eggs and let the kids paint them. Or if you have little kids, you can check out some of these toddler-friendly Easter egg decorating techniques.

Easter Egg and Spoon Relay Race

Easter relay races are a classic for a reason. Kids and adults love competing against each other to see who can finish first without dropping their egg. Use your own spoons and hard boiled eggs or grab this colorful set for a cute way to race without losing your silverware.

Free Printable Easter Egg Coloring Pages

These Easter coloring sheets include 5 cute designs that are perfect for kids and adults. It even includes a blank Easter egg coloring page that's fun for toddlers and preschoolers to add their own designs.

Easter Puzzle Games

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Having kids of all ages at your Easter party? Print out these Easter brain games and puzzles! They're perfect for older kids, and even adults will have fun playing them.

Easter Activity for Kids: DIY Felt Easter Eggs Busy Board

What a fun Easter activity for little kids. This easy DIY project doesn’t require any special tools - all you need is some felt, scissors, and a flat surface. All my kids, from my toddler, to my preschoolers, and even my older kids love to use this set to craft their own Easter eggs over and over again. (And you’ll love that it’s easy to clean up!)

Easter Egg Hunt Kit Easter Egg Hunt Party Easter

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I suppose you could have an Easter party without an Easter egg hunt...but why would you? To make it even more special, you can use an Easter egg hunt kit just like this. It's perfect for families with young kids, providing all the supplies you need to hide clues and treats.

Easter Party Favors

What's an Easter party without a fun hippity hoppity treat?

Whether you're looking for a tasty treat to send off with your guests, or non-candy Easter party favors, look no further. We've got you covered with 14 fun and unique ideas. So hop to it and get started.

Bunny Kisses and Easter Wishes Treat Bag Toppers

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Fill these cute Easter treat bag toppers with Hershey's kisses, mini marshmallows, or a fun Easter snack mix for a treat that's sure to bring a smile to everyone's faces.

Printable Easter Candy Bar Wrappers

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These printable Easter candy bar wrappers are the perfect way to dress up any chocolate bar and show your festive spirit. With six designs, they're easy to print, trim and wrap up your favorite chocolate bar in egg-star sweet style.

Easter Chip Bag Printable

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Easter chip bag wrappers make adorable party favors! Get your little ones in on the fun by having them help you wrap the designs around your favorite snack pouches for a fun and budget friendly treat.

Hoppy Easter Treat Bag Toppers

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Get a little punny with these cute "Hoppy Easter" treat bag toppers. They're simple enough that you can add just about any treat to them, from jelly beans to small grab bag toys.

Easter Bunny Tote Bags

Easter bunny tote bags are perfect for kids! The fun prints and colors are so festive, and kids can use them to store their Easter eggs and candy.

Easter Hot Cocoa Spoons

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Hot chocolate isn't just for winter! If you're having a cooler-than-average Easter this year, why not pass out hot chocolate spoon pops as your party favors. There are 6 adorable designs to choose from, so you're sure to find one you like.

Easter Egg Popits

Easter egg shaped pop-its are a cute party favor when you're looking for a non-candy option. The rainbow colors are fun for everyone, and they're the perfect size for keeping kids entertained during Easter service.

Mini Coloring or Painting Sets

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Individual mini Easter coloring kits are a great choice if you have toddlers and little kids at your party. I love that this set includes your choice of personalized bag toppers.

Squishy Easter Bunny Stress Balls

These squishy bunnies are filled with colorful water beads that are fun to squeeze. They're a great alternative to candy and food favors and they're sure to put a smile on the kids' faces.

PEEPS Easter Bunny Bath Bombs

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These sweet little bunny bath bombs are a fun and useful party favor. Scented with Fruity Cotton Candy blend, they're sure to and make bath time a blast.

Hatching Dinosaur Eggs

Kids will be so excited to take these hatching dinosaur eggs home to watch them grow. The eggs come in a pack of 24, which is the perfect size for party favors.

Easter Peeps S'MORES |

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Surprise your favorite peeps with one of these Easter peeps s'mores kits! This sweet treat comes ready made, with Graham crackers, peeps marshmallows and a full size Hershey bar. It's perfect for anyone who wants personalized party favors that are done for you.

Easter Scratch Art

Easter scratch art pages are fun, colorful, and keep little ones entertained for hours, which means parents are going to love you for handing out these party favors.

Easter Bunny Lollipop Wrapper

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How adorable are these Easter Bunny lollipops? With this SVG file, you can make your bunnies in any color, and even resize them to fit smaller lollipops.

Whether you’re planning the church bash, or an intimate family Easter, these Easter party ideas ideas should help get your creative juices flowing. So grab the nearest flower topped pen (or your computer mouse) and start planning today.

And if planning your Easter party still feels overwhelming or too much work, we’ve got you covered. You can check out my 3 sanity saving party planning hacks, and download our free printable party planner snapshot page. With those tools in your planning kit, you’ll be able to manage all the major details of your party.

Download your planner and don’t forget to tag us in photos when your party is done!


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About Leslie

Leslie is the passionate party planner in her family. After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, she was determined to find a way to continue making amazing parties for her kids that don't leave you exhausted. To do that Leslie combines the experience she learned working for a professional event planner with the reality of a busy family life to create party inspiration that the average mom can reproduce and be proud of.

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  1. April says

    April 6, 2022 at 2:11 pm

    Ok. This list is off the chain. I want Peeps smores so bad now. LOVE this. So many ideas to look at!

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