Egg hunts, delicious brunches, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and more! There’s tons of Easter fun going on in and around Barrie. Here are some of the nearby events happening before, during, and after the holiday!
But first ... when is Easter 2025?
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What day is Easter?
This year, Easter falls on Sunday, April 20, 2025. While Friday, April 18 is the only stat holiday, most kids are off on Monday, April 21 as well.
Fun Easter activities in Barrie and Simcoe County
Here's a list of great Easter activities happening in and around Barrie for people of all ages ...
1. Georgian Mall Easter Bunny Photos
Where: Georgian Mall at 509 Bayfield St, Barrie
When: March 28 to April 19, 2025
Bring your family to Georgian Mall and get a picture with the Easter Bunny in the court area just outside Shoppers Drug Mart on the lower level.
There will also be sensory-friendly visits on April 6 between 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Families with children who have autism or other special needs can enjoy time with the Easter Bunny in a more subdued and sensory-friendly environment.
To reserve your spot, visit the Georgian Mall's website and receive a complimentary virtual basket of goodies.
Photo packages range from $19.99 to $49.99.
2. Chappell Farms Spring Festival
Where: Chappell Farms at 17 Penetanguishene Road, Barrie
When: April 12 to 13, April 18 to 21 from 10 AM to 4 PM
Chappell Farms is hosting its Spring Festival with tons of fun attractions including:
- A kids maze
- Magic show
- Wagon ride
- Maple syrup display
- Candy hunt
- Animals
To buy tickets in advance, visit Chappell Farm’s website. Tickets will be $15 each (kids under 2 years are free). You can also purchase feed for the animals.
3. Easter Egg Hunt at Drysdale’s Farm
Where: Drysdale’s Farm at 6635 Simcoe County Rd 56, Egbert
When: April 18, 19 & 20 at 9 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, and 3 PM each day
Drysdale’s will be hosting their Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Easter weekend with lots of fun activities including:
- Train & wagon rides
- A magic show
- Visits with the Easter Bunny
- A Live exotic animal show
- Face painting
- Refreshments
Keep in mind that all of Drysdale's activities will happen one after the other starting at 9 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, and 3 PM. If you arrive late, you'll miss out on some of the activities.
For an added dose of fun, Drysdale's Farm has partnered with KOOL FM to offer an exciting chance to win prizes like tickets to see the Monster Madness Monster Truck in Orillia on June 11th, or McDonalds Gift cards. While hunting for eggs, keep your eyes peeled for the golden egg hidden to be entered into the draw!
Tickets are $28.50 for kids and include a treat bag. Adults are $20.00 and children 2 and under are free but do not receive a treat bag.
Participants can register in advance on Drysdale’s website.
4. Easter Egg Hunt at Safari Kids
Where: 124 Young St, New Tecumseth, ON L9R 0E9
When: April 19 from 10 AM to 12 PM
Bring your kids to enjoy a fun Easter Egg Hunt at Safari Kids Indoor Playground. Kids can enjoy hunting for treats, a craft table, play time and more.
Tickets are $25 and include one child and one adult. Extra adults are $5 each.
5. Easter Egg Hunt at Friday Harbour
Where: Friday Harbour at 3999 Friday Dr, Innisfil
When: April 19 & 20, 2025
Friday Harbour is hosting family activities all weekend.
Saturday, April 19
- Basket Weaving ($10)
- Decorate Easter eggs on the Promenade ($7)
- Pop-Tart Peeps House Decorating ($10)
- Build and Easter Buddy ($25)
- Easter Tie Dye T-Shirts ($15)
- Annual Egg Drop Challenge ($15)
Sunday, April 20
- Easter Egg Hunt on the Promenade (be there by 10:30 AM)
- Balloon Twisters and Face Painting ($5 each or $7 for both)
- Easter Egg Decorating ($7)
- Pop-Tart Peeps House Decorating ($10)
- Build and Easter Buddy ($25)
- Candy Necklaces ($10)
For more information and timing for each event, visit Friday Harbour’s website.
6. Tangle Creek Easter Brunch Buffet
Where: Tangle Creek Golf, 4730 Side Road 25
When: April 20, 2025 with seatings from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Tangle Creek will be hosting their Easter Brunch Buffet again this year. Reservations must be made by emailing events@tanglecreekgolf.com or calling 705-720-2150 ext 115.
Tickets will be $63 for adults, $29 for children 8 to 15, $19 for children 4 to 7, and $6 for children 3 and under.
To see the full buffet menu, visit the Tangle Creek website.
7. Collingwood Great Easter Egg Hunt
Where: Downtown Collingwood
When: Saturday, April 19
The Easter Bunny is coming to Downtown Collingwood on Saturday, April 19! The fun starts at 10 a.m. at the Collingwood Museum/Station with an egg hunt for kids 10 and under. Don’t forget a bag and bring an adult!
Then head to Town Square Park to pick up your egg counting form. Hunt for eggs hidden in business windows and return your form for a chance to win a prize.
There will be fun activities, selfie stations, and photo ops with the Easter Bunny.
While you're downtown, check out the new spring arrivals in local shops and grab a bite at a nearby café or restaurant.
It’s a full day of Easter fun for the whole family!
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