Looking for Easter egg hunts, bunny meets or Easter shows on the Central Coast? Start here.
If your kids are already asking about Easter egg hunts, bunny visits and all things chocolate… you’re in the right place.
We’ve pulled together the best Easter events on the Central Coast for 2026 – from big, action-packed Easter shows to relaxed local egg hunts – plus a few standout Sydney and Hunter events most definitely worth the drive.
Here’s a taste of what’s on: Ploddy’s Easter Fair at the Australian Reptile Park is bringing an egg hunt, baby farm animals and one of the biggest Easter days out to the Coast; the Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show is back with Sydney’s biggest Easter egg hunt alongside rides, showbags and stunt shows; and Hunter Valley Gardens is hosting a magical Hoppity Hollow garden egg hunt paired with their incredible Mega Creatures display.
Happy Easter, everyone!
Easter egg hunts, bunny meets + Mega Creatures at Hunter Valley Gardens
If ever there was a beautiful spot for an Easter egg hunt, then surely the 14 hectares of the Hunter Valley Gardens is it.
This Easter long weekend, the Hunter Valley Gardens is hosting their annual Hoppity Hollow Easter egg hunts and Easter bunny meets. And, in fabulous news, you can also experience their incredible Mega Creatures event while you're there, too.
The egg hunt itself is a sweet, well-run activity where kids search for three coloured eggs (numbers 1, 2 and 3) hidden throughout the event marquee in the event area, before swapping them for a chocolate treat. Hunts run from 9:30am to 30pm during the Easter long weekend, and at just $2 per child (when added to your Mega Creatures ticket), it’s an easy add-on that feels like great value.
Then there’s everything else. As you wander the gardens, you’ll come face-to-face with more than 100 animatronic creatures – from roaring T-rexes and giant insects to dragons and mythical beasts, all moving, blinking and bringing plenty of wow-factor. And while they're all HUGE they're not all scary. There are also butterflies, caterpillars, unicorns, floral dragons and bumble bees.
The Gardens’ famous rides will also be open every day and night throughout the event. There is an epic 35-metre-long Super Slide, a Ferris Wheel, swing chairs, a traditional Venetian Carousel and spinning teacups! Not to mention, a heap of food stalls selling everything from fancy fries and pizza to hot cinnamon doughnuts and ice cream.
If you’re after something that feels bigger, more immersive and a little bit magical this Easter, this event is hard to beat.
Giant Easter Egg Hunt at Hunter Valley Gardens
Where: The Hunter Valley Gardens, Pokolbin.
When: The Hoppity Hollow Easter Egg Hunts run from Friday 3 to Monday 6 April 2026. Mega Creatures runs Saturday 28 March to Sunday 26 April 2026.
Entry Cost: Adult (16+ yrs) $42. Child (4-15 yrs) $31. Child (3 yrs. & Under) FREE. Companion Card holder FREE. Family (1ad+2ch) $97. Family (2ad+1ch) $104. Family (2ad+2ch) $128. Extra child with family pass $28.
Easter Egg Hunt tickets: $2. These must be purchased online as an add on to a family pass. Rides: $6 each or 6 rides for $30.
The Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show: big carnival vibes + a giant egg hunt
After that classic carnival feel without the big price tag? The Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Easter Family Show in Moore Park is packed with rides, show bags, animal nursery cuddles and all the nostalgic favourites (yes, pluto pups included). They’ve got stunt bike shows, reptile shows and Sydney’s BIGGEST Easter egg hunt.
Family tickets are priced at just $75 and children under 3 are free, making this a fabulous option for everyone.
The show includes all the best Autumn-show fanfare – an animal nursery, loads of rides, carnival games, show bags and plenty of classic treats. It’s the kind of outing that creates happy memories (and maybe even a new family tradition).
For 2026, the Easter egg hunt is the hero. Kids can explore a huge maze collecting eggs before going into the draw to win a $2,000 prize pack, including an Ingenia Holiday Parks holiday voucher.
There’s plenty more to keep everyone entertained – cuddle guinea pigs and chicks, feed goats, tackle the Monster Jump obstacle course, jump on rides, or test your skills in sideshow alley. The Motorcycle & Bike Stunt Shows always impress, and new this year, the Outback Jack Stockman Show adds a fun Australian twist.
Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show
Where: Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park.
When: 2–19 April, 2026.
Entry Cost: Family of 4 pass $75 | Adults $30 | Kids $15 | Under 3 free. Easter Egg Hunt & Giveaway Entry $15. Ride tickets available - multiple options, see website for details.
Ploddy’s Easter Fair returns with baby farm animals, egg hunts and a $500 golden egg hunt!
Want some classic Easter fun close to home? (Heck yes – have you seen the price of petrol?)
Ploddy’s Easter Fair is back at the Australian Reptile Park these school holidays – and it’s full of that nostalgic, feel-good Easter magic.
Running 3–19 April and included with your zoo entry, the park is going all-in on Easter this year with a pop-up farmyard where kids can cuddle lambs, chicks, bunnies, alpacas and calves. Across the Easter long weekend, the Easter Croc will be roaming the park handing out chocolate eggs. And families can hunt for the hidden Golden Egg for the chance to win a $500 park voucher! There's an egg hidden each day of the long weekend.
There’s also plenty of old-school fun in the mix – think egg-and-spoon races, free face painting and a giant inflatable obstacle course to burn off all that chocolate-fuelled energy.
And of course, all the usual reptile park highlights are still included – animal shows, keeper talks and wildlife encounters. It’s the kind of outing where you can easily spend the whole day, with a great mix of Easter fun and hands-on wildlife experiences.
Ploddy's Easter Fair at the Australian Retile Park
Where: Australian Reptile Park, Pacific Highway, Somersby.
When: The Australian Reptile Park is open every day. Ploddy's Easter Fair runs April 3– April 19 2026. The Australian Reptile Park is open daily 9am-5pm (except Christmas Day).
Cost: Ploddy's Easter Fair is FREE with your zoo entry ticket. Tickets from $36pp on a family day pass. See Australian Reptile Park’s website for ticket options (tip: check out their annual passes, so you can attend multiple times for a fraction of the daily rate).
Remember, if you book online you save up to 21%.
More Easter Activities on the Central Coast
Sydney Royal Easter Show
Get set for twelve days of non-stop entertainment, animal experiences, carnival rides and games, show bags and more at the Sydney Royal Easter Show! Not forgetting all the displays – from cake decorating and watercolour paintings to needlework and jams. Our fave is still and always will be the fruit and veg display pavilion. If you're making a whole day of it, be sure to stick around for the evening entertainment and fireworks!
When: 2-13 April 2026.
Where: Sydney Olympic Park.
Cost: See website for various ticket costs.
Easter Sunday backdeck bbq + egg hunt at Pearl Beach
After a relaxed, community-style Easter morning? Head to Pearl Beach for a special Backdeck Breakfast BBQ, serving up bacon and egg rolls, fresh pastries, homemade treats and local produce. For the kids, there’s Easter craft activities and a fun egg hunt that takes families exploring around Pearl Beach before finishing back at the hall for chocolate eggs and a lucky dip.
When: Sunday 5 April, 8:00am – 11:30am
Where: Pearl Beach Memorial Community Hall, 9 Diamond Road, Pearl Beach.
Mercure Kooindah Waters Easter Sunday Lunch and Egg Hunt
Looking for an easy, all-in-one Easter outing the whole family will love? Mercure Kooindah Waters is hosting a relaxed Easter Sunday celebration packed with just the right mix of fun, food and festive magic. Kids can join the Easter egg hunt (with a special visit from the Easter Bunny), get creative with cupcake decorating, and enjoy face painting, balloon twisting and craft-filled kids’ corner activities. Meanwhile, parents can settle in for a delicious spit roast lunch and live music – with the option to treat everyone to one of their “Easter crazy shakes”.
When: 5 April from 12pm (egg hunt at 1pm).
Where: Mercure Kooindah Waters.
Cost: Adults $47.50 | Kids (3–12) $21.50 | Under 3 free (Ticket includes access to all activities & spit roast meal).
Easter bunny meet n greet + make your own bunny at Davistown RSL
The Davo has two easy Easter activities to pop on your school holiday list.
First up is their Easter Bunny Meet & Greet + Disco. Kids can hit the dance floor, play games, snap a photo with the Easter Bunny and enjoy a few chocolate surprises along the way.
Easter Bunny Meet & Greet + Disco | Friday 3 April, 3:30pm – 5:30pm | $12 per child.
Then they're hosting a Build your own bunny workshop where kids can decorate their very own plush bunny to take home. Each child gets to stuff their bunny, decorate a bandana and add their own little touches with textas – a lovely, hands-on session for kids who enjoy getting creative.
Build Your Own Bunny Workshop | Wednesday 15 April, 10:30am | $20 per child | Ages 4–12.
Where: Davistown RSL, 19 Murna Road, Davistown
Easter Egg Hunt at Fires Creek Winery
How's this for an Easter treat... Firescreek Winery is hosting their very own Easter egg hunt AND offering complimentary wine tastings for parents at the cellar door. Firescreek Winery is set on 2.5 acres and boasts rainforest, fruit trees, vines and waterlily ponds. It's a beautiful spot to discover on the Central Coast, and an even better one to soak up some Easter festivities with family or friends.
When: Saturday 3 April and Sunday 4 April 2026.
Where: Firescreek Winery, Holgate.
Update: this is now booked out.
Glenworth Valley Easter Egg Hunt – no longer running
You might remember the much-loved Glenworth Valley Easter Egg Hunt – sadly, this event is no longer running. We know it was a favourite for many Coast families, so we’ll be keeping a close eye in case it ever makes a comeback.
Whether you’re chasing a full-day adventure, a quick local egg hunt or just an excuse to get out of the house with the kids, there’s plenty happening this Easter.
Bookmark this guide, share it with a friend and start planning – the good ones do book out.
Written By: KATIE STOKES
Founder & Editor
After working in print and online media for more than a decade, Katie launched Playing in Puddles in 2017. A mum of three young boys and local of the Central Coast, Katie loves discovering and sharing all that’s happening in our region.
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