Fun Family Activities & Events for Easter in Ottawa

Easter in Ottawa is just around the corner, and it’s time to get egg-cited! With a basketful of fun activities lined up, there are a lot of activities for a fun-filled holiday weekend in the capital. From egg hunts to bunny meet-and-greets, there’s no shortage of festive fun awaiting you and your loved ones. So, let’s hop into the spring spirit and explore the best ways to celebrate Easter in Ottawa!

Best Bets for Easter in Ottawa

Nepean’s Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday April 12
Where: Lynwood Park, Nepean
Nepean’s Easter Egg Hunt at Lynwood Park is a classic community Easter egg hunt with designated times for different age groups. Kids 5 & under at 11:00 AM, kids 6–9 at 12:00 PM.

Easter at The Log Farm

When: Friday April 18 – Monday April 21
Where: The Log Farm, 670 Cedarview Road, Ottawa
Experience traditional farm life with an Easter twist! Easter activities at the Log Farm include an Easter egg hunt in the forest, scenic wagon rides, visits with farm animals (including bunnies), and exploration of the kids’ play areas.

Valleyview Little Animal Farm’s Easter Egg Hunt

When: Friday April 18–Sunday April 21
Where: Valleyview Little Animal Farm, 4750 Fallowfield Road, Nepean
Join the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Valleyview Little Animal Farm and meet a variety of animals up close, enjoy train rides, puppet shows, and let the kids play in the creative play area. Reservations are required on Easter Weekend.

Easter at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum

When: Friday April 18–Sunday April 21
Where: Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, 901 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa
At the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, celebrate spring with newborn animals, learn about the role of eggs in agriculture, participate in egg-citing activities, and enjoy the museum’s interactive exhibits.

Easter Egg Hunt at Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm

When: Saturday April 12, Sunday April 13 & Saturday April 19
Where: Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm, 2452 York’s Corners Road, Edwards
For the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm, help the Easter Bunny’s helpers find lost eggs in the sugarbush, enjoy a tractor-drawn wagon ride, and participate in other festive activities.

Easter Artisans’ Market in ByWard Market

When: Saturday April 19
Where: ByWard Market, Ottawa
So much Easter fun at the ByWard Market! Enjoy face painting, tie-dye T-shirt making, meet the Easter Bunny, and explore a variety of artisan vendors. The first 25 kids receive special Easter bundles.

Easter at the Diefenbunker Museum

When: Saturday April 19
Where: Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum, 3929 Carp Road, Carp
It’s Easter at the bunker! Participate in a unique underground Easter egg hunt, explore the four-story bunker, and engage in family-friendly activities.

Riverview Park Community Association Easter Egg Hunt

When: Saturday April 19
Where: Balena Park, 1640 Devon Street, Ottawa
Hop on over to Balena Park for the Riverview Park Easter Egg Hunt! Parents hide 10 plastic eggs per child at 9:15 AM, and kids start the hunt at 10:00 AM. Look out for golden eggs with special prizes!

Festival of the Glebe – Ottawa Easter Weekend Market

When: Saturday April 19–Sunday April 20
Where: Horticulture Building (April 19), Aberdeen Plaza (April 20), Ottawa
Ottawa’s Easter Weekend Market at the Glebe is a multicultural festival featuring artisans, food vendors, and entertainment celebrating Easter weekend.

Metcalfe Easter Farmers Market

When: Saturday April 19
Where: Metcalfe Arena Ice Slab, 2785 8th Line Rd, Metcalfe
Easter in Ottawa is kicking off with a bang at the 30th annual Metcalfe Easter Farmers Market! Don’t miss out on the chance to shop till you drop with over 50 local producers ad vendors. With fresh produce, delicious baking, handmade crafts, hot foods, locally roasted coffee, stylish clothing, artisanal tea, captivating artwork, sweet honey, rich maple syrup, flavourful wine, refreshing beer, spirits, and so much more.