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Family Easter Activities around the Springs

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If you’re looking for something to do with the kids for Easter, here are a few events happening around Colorado Springs from April 9th through the 16th. Click the event titles for more information.

Community Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 9th, 2022 at Broadmoor Community Church, 315 Lake Avenue

Entry is free for this early egg hunt, which starts at 1:00 p.m. Bring your own baskets to participate. The Easter Bunny will also be in attendance.

Bunnies & Baskets Festival

Sunday, April 10th, 2022 at Metcalf Park, 618 E Ohio Avenue

A free event featuring an Easter egg hunt, the Easter Bunny, live music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. You can also register for a chance to win one of three prize giveaways. The event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If you can’t make this one, they’re hosting another on the 16th at the Glen (details farther down this list).

Easter Egg Hunt FUNraiser and Story Time

Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at the Garden, 401 South Nevada Avenue

Lil’ Miss Story Hour is hosting an Easter egg hunt, silent auction, and story time. The egg hunt (which includes a pair of bunny ears and some treats for participants) costs $15 and features tiered age groups so the younger kiddos can get a head start. The silent auction runs during the egg hunt. Afterward, the story time is free. Masks are required at this event and tickets need to be purchased in advance.

Bunnies & Baskets Festival (Again!)

Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at the Glen at Widefield, 7822 Dutch Loop

A free event featuring an Easter egg hunt, the Easter Bunny, live music, food trucks, bounce houses, and more. You can also register for a chance to win one of three prize giveaways. The event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Easter Eggstravaganza

Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at the Colorado Springs Flea Market, 5225 E Platte Avenue

Admittance to the Colorado Springs Flea Market is $2 for adults and free for kids 12 and under. They’re open every weekend, but April 16th promises extra family fun, candy, and activities. The flea market currently encourages visitors to wear masks.

Winter Activities in the Rocky Mountains

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Just because it’s cold doesn’t mean we can’t get outside and enjoy our beautiful state. If you’re feeling confined to the house this winter, consider bundling up and getting some fresh mountain air. Below are some activity suggestions. See what intrigues you!

Skiing

First and foremost, Colorado is known for its excellent skiing. Check out this list of 17 ski resorts to give you some ideas for planning your next ski trip. The article even includes helpful tips, such as which resorts are the most beginner-friendly, which have the best lifts, and which one offers complimentary chocolate chip cookies.

Snowshoeing

If you’re looking for a more meditative experience, why not give snowshoeing a try? Here’s a list of 10 great places to snowshoe in Colorado. If you don’t have snowshoes, rentals are available from places like Routes Outfitter and Pikes Peak Outfitter.

Hiking

Finally, if you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option, consider winter hiking. Here are 20 fantastic winter hikes to choose from, organized by difficulty. With our comparatively mild weather this season, a lot of these trails probably won’t have as much snow to contend with, making them easier to access and hike.

Whether you’re a master outdoorsman or looking to learn something new, now is the perfect time to begin planning your winter adventures. So grab a thermos of your favorite hot drink, bundle up, and have fun out there!

Pikes Peak Culture Pass

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Here in El Paso County, we’re blessed with the large and hardworking Pikes Peak Library District. They provide patrons with everything from books to yoga classes to state-of-the-art technology. A lot of people think of libraries as dusty old crypts. I don’t know if those sorts of libraries still exist, but PPLD is not one of them.

There are so many wonderful services available for free to library card holders, but the service I want to highlight today is the Pikes Peak Culture Pass. This program lets patrons visit various museums and cultural institutions throughout the Pikes Peak region for free*. Locations currently in partnership with PPLD include:

  • The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
  • The Money Museum
  • ProRodeo Hall of Fame
  • Rock Ledge Ranch
  • The Space Foundation Discovery Center
  • The Western Museum of Mining and Industry
  • Glen Eyrie Castle

* Note that the number of people admitted per pass varies by location.

If the cold weather has you and your family anxious to get out of the house and have some fun–without breaking the bank–the Pikes Peak Culture Pass is an excellent way to see what Colorado Springs has to offer.

To take advantage of this service, stop into your nearest PPLD location to set up a library card. Or, if you already have a library card, you can reserve a pass through their website here.

Happy exploring!