San Francisco and San Mateo 2016
San Francisco
- Dunsmuir-Hellman Historic Estate Old-Fashioned Easter Egg Hunt & Celebration - Easter egg hunt
2960 Peralta Oaks Court, Oakland, CA 94605. Phone: 510 615-5562. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 from 11 am to 4 pm. TICKETS SOLD AT GATE ONLY (Enter Peralta Oaks Court - Arrive early - Street Parking only) Gates Open at 10 am (Rain or Shine). Adults: $5.00. Ages 4 & up: $4.00. Ages 3 & under: $2.00. Parking: $10 (cash only). EGG HUNT SCHEDULE (bring your basket to fill with eggs), One Egg Hunt for Each Age Group: 12 noon: Ages 3 & under (Great Meadow); 1 pm: Ages 4-6 (South Pond); 2 pm: Ages 7-10 (Great Meadow). General Mansion Tour: 11 am - 2:45 pm (1st Floor Only). For Special Needs please call 510-615-5555 no later than 10 days before to make arrangements. Dunsmuir Hellman Historic Estate hosts its annual "The Great Egg Hunt." Over 2,000 children and parents attend this fun filled day. The Estate is always filled with families and friends from ages 2 to 80. The multi-generational groups enjoy participating and watching as the children hunt for eggs and candy; and then return to other Estate fun activities. Families eat lots of hot dogs while being entertained by the Dancing Bunnies, and the children Prescott Clowns juggling while stilt- walking. There probably will be a petting zoo, an Adopt a Pet Area, crafts, egg-dying, face painting, lots of crafts and a very special visit from the Easter Bunny. Families are also able to tour the Historic 117-year Mansion. (UPDATED: March 11, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 08, 2015, JBS) (UPDATED: March 25, 2013, from their website)
- Golden Gate Park Eggstravaganza 2015 - Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, Easter egg hunts for all ages (includes adults), There is an admission fee, Children's crafts, Children's music and storytelling, Vendors, Other activities for children, concessions / refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, carnival rides
Sharon Meadow, Golden Gate Park, 320 Bowling Green Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118. Phone: (415) 831-2700. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016 from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Notes: Join us for our annual Eggstravaganza event at Sharon Meadow in Golden Gate Park featuring egg hunts, carnival rides, games, live entertainment, and an annual barbecue rib cook-off between Rec and Park, San Francisco Police and the San Francisco Fire Department. Cost is $8 per person; children under 2 are free. WANT TO VOLUNTEER? Email recparkvolunteer@sfgov.org. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided. Please make requests for other accessibility needs or accomodations by contacting Lucas Tobin, ADA Coordination, at lucas.tobin@sfgov.org. (UPDATED: March 11, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 08, 2015, JBS) (UPDATED: April 03, 2014) (UPDATED: March 22, 2013, from their website)
- Green Eggs and Ham Community Twilight Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
Hamilton Recreation Center, 2099 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94115. Event date and time: Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Free. Twilight Egg hunt featuring: Arts& Crafts, Face Painting, Music, Reading area, costume characters, photo opp, Snacks and more. This event is in honor of Dr. Suess month. It is a collaboration with Western Addition Family Resource. (ADDED: March 11, 2016, JBS)
- Montclair Village Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
Mountain Village Park, 1980 Mountain Blvd #212, Oakland, CA 94611. Phone: 510-339-1000. Event date and time: Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 at 9:00 am. Eggs are scattered and groups are divided up to search for Easter Eggs. Prizes awarded to those who gather the most eggs. This annual event for kids starts promptly at 9 AM and is usually over quickly, so get your kids there early so you don't miss out on the fun. Plastic eggs are scattered throughout the Park and gatherers are divided into age groups to make if fun and fair for all. Prizes from the Lions Club go to those who gather the "golden" eggs. Activities for ages 1 and up! Egg hunt will be for kids up to 10 years oldThe Easter Bunny will be there to celebrate the occasion! (UPDATED: March 11, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 25, 2013, from their website)
- San Francisco's Annual Spring Celebration & Easter Parade - Easter egg hunt
Union Street - Gough to Fillmore, San Francisco, CA. Event date and time: Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 Parade Begins at 2:00 PM, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. RAIN OR SHINE! This is a smoke-free event. The 25th Annual Union Street Spring Celebration and Easter Parade celebrates and showcases the diverse community of San Francisco and features some of Union Street’s best restaurants serving attendees in an outdoor bistro setting. A variety of children’s and family activities are the focus of the event and includes large inflatable bounces, kids’ rides and games, a climbing wall, a bubble jump, the Easter Bunny, fun costumed characters, face painting, a petting zoo, a pony ride and musical entertainment!
For the past 20 years the event has been known as the Biggest Little Parade in San Francisco and reflects the unique community of the Bay Area. The event is not your average Street Fair or formal Parade. It can best be described as wonderful, wacky, elegant and fabulous, with everything from roller-blading cows and creative self-propelled mini-floats to garden areas, sophisticated fashions and beautiful classic and art cars. It’s a special event for the entire family. (UPDATED: March 11, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 08, 2015, JBS) (UPDATED: April 03, 2014, from their website) (UPDATED: March 25, 2013, from their website)
- South San Francisco Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt
Orange Memorial Park Picnic Shelter, South San Francisco, CA 94080. Phone: (650) 829-3800. Event date and time: Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 9 am. Preschool and elementary school children (8 years of old and younger) are invited to participate in our annual Easter Egg Hunt at Orange Memorial Park Picnic Shelter. Children can search for eggs as well as visiting with the Easter Bunny, so parents don’t forget your camera. The hunt takes place rain or shine at the Orange Park Picnic Shelter. There will be two hunts occurring at the same time for children ages 5 years and under and children ages 6 - 8 years. Children should bring a basket to collect their eggs. Participation is free! We will have two (2) hunt areas within the Picnic Area. The egg hunts will begin at 10:00 a.m. One hunt area will be for children ages 5 years and under. The other hunt area will be for children ages 6-8 years. Please arrive 15 minutes early for instructions. (UPDATED: March 11, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 08, 2015, JBS) (UPDATED: April 03, 2014, from their website) (UPDATED: March 22, 2013, from their website)
San Mateo County
- Belmont Egg Adventure Hunt - Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny
Twin Pines Park Meadow, 1 Twin Pines Lane, Belmont, CA 94002. Phone: (650) 595-7441. Event date and time: Saturday, March 26, 2016, Starts at 9am SHARP. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. For ages 3-10 yrs. Bring your basket, camera and keep your eyes open for the Bunny! (UPDATED: March 11, 2016, JBS) (UPDATED: March 08, 2015, JBS) (ADDED: March 22, 2013, from their website)
- City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department’s Spring Eggstravaganza- Easter egg hunt, parade, Pancake Breakfast
Central Park, San Mateo, CA. Event date and time: Based on last year's date, it SHOULD be held on Saturday, March 26, 2016 - but be sure to check on their website or call them first as we haven't received an update from them; , from 9:00am - 1:00pm. The largest egg hunt in its 38th year of existence will be attended by hundreds of excited children and families eagerly searching for eggs in beautiful Central Park. By clicking this link you can pre-purchase your child’s wristband for $3 for what egg hunt time you want to participate in. Pancake Breakfast 9:00am - 11:00am $8 Adult & $4 Child
Peter Rabbit's Playground: Pre-school egg hunt (1-3yrs) 9:00am - 1:00pm FREE
Large Egg Hunts (4-9 yrs): We will offer 9 different egg hunts throughout the day. Scheduled Egg Hunts: 9am, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am, 11:30am, 12pm and 12:30pm, 1pm 9:00am - 1:00pm Purchase desired timeslot online for $3 or get any remaining wristbands at event for FREE.
Food Trucks - Food for purchase 10:00am - 1:00pm Taqueria Angelica's, Red Sauce Meatballs
Community Parade: Bring your wheels, floats, dress up and join us! Registration on-site. 10:30am FREE
FREE Entertainment All Day Long!
9:30am: Magician Mr. SHAP
11:00am: Mister Q
12:00pm: Renee Padgett, Walking Sideways. (UPDATED: March 11, 2016, JBS)
