Get ready for a festive weekend in Cincinnati! We have huge Easter egg hunts, Disney on Ice, and the beginning of beautiful Zoo Blooms. If you're looking for culture, the Art Museum has a Family First Saturday, and the Krohn Conservatory is hosting a special Easter morning butterfly experience.
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FREE - Community Easter Egg Hunt & Activities
Florence · 283 Main St
A completely free Easter egg hunt happening Saturday afternoon.
Disney On Ice presents Let's Dance!
Heritage Bank Center
Catch one of the indoor Saturday shows featuring Disney characters on ice.
Be Like Blippi Tour!
Taft Theatre
An interactive Saturday afternoon adventure tailored specifically for preschoolers.
· April 4
8: OTR's biggest egg hunt returns featuring 7,500 candy-filled eggs! This event also includes face painting, a petting zoo, and photos with the Easter Bunny.This is a major, large-scale local Easter tradition happening Saturday morning.
: The Zoo is hosting an Easter-themed event for families on Saturday. Since Zoo Blooms is also running, expect beautiful spring flowers to enjoy alongside any special Easter activities.It's the official Easter celebration at a top Cincinnati attraction on Saturday.
: Take a fun train ride to the LM&M Junction where kids can visit with the Easter Bunny. All children get a special gift, and there is an egg hunt included!This is one of the few holiday-themed train rides happening on the Saturday before Easter Sunday.
: Blippi and Meekah are live on stage for an interactive show that encourages kids to explore and play. This is perfect for preschool and early elementary fans.A popular touring show perfectly timed for Saturday afternoon entertainment.
: Celebrate fashion through art with hands-on activities like a scavenger hunt, performances, and special features in the new education center. This is a great afternoon cultural outing.It's a dedicated family arts event happening mid-day Saturday.
DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS LET'S DANCE! : Catch one of the Saturday shows for this family-friendly ice skating spectacular featuring Disney characters. This is a great indoor option for the whole family.It’s a limited-run theatrical production with multiple prime Saturday showtimes.
: Bring the kids for a fun morning decorating spring-themed cookies. This is a sweet, contained activity perfect for little hands.A specific, themed craft activity scheduled for Saturday morning.
FREE : Head across the river for a completely free Easter egg hunt and community activities happening Saturday afternoon. Always a great budget-friendly option!It's a confirmed free event happening Saturday, including an egg hunt.
· April 5
4EASTER SUNDAY: SUNRISE WITH THE BUTTERFLIES! : A special Easter morning experience at Krohn Conservatory where you can enjoy coffee, juice, and snacks while surrounded by beautiful butterflies and flowers. This is a unique way to celebrate the holiday morning.A unique, limited-time experience specifically on Easter Sunday morning.
: Celebrate Easter Sunday with a special brunch event in Erlanger. Check their listing for pricing and menu details.A confirmed brunch event happening on Easter Sunday.
: The butterfly exhibit is back with a theme of Butterflies of the Philippines, set among waterfalls and tropical landscapes. It's a perfect, contained, indoor adventure for Sunday.This limited-run attraction is running all weekend and offers great value.
: The Zoo transforms into a botanical wonderland featuring one of the Midwest's largest tulip displays. It’s a great way to spend Sunday enjoying the spring weather.This major seasonal attraction is running throughout the weekend.
Also On· anytime this weekend
3FREE : Start your Saturday morning with storytime at the Rookwood location of Joseph-Beth Booksellers. It runs Monday through Saturday, so it’s perfect for a weekend drop-in.It’s a guaranteed weekly storytime on Saturday morning at a popular local bookstore.
: Get some weekend exercise by taking the kids roller skating at Castle Skateland on Saturday afternoon. Skate rental is an additional cost.A specific weekend activity slot for active families on Saturday.
: See amazing sculptures built entirely out of LEGO bricks. This runs weekly through the end of the month, making it a flexible indoor option for Sunday.LEGO art exhibits appeal strongly to kids and teens, and it runs Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Cincinnati this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are 3 events where admission is explicitly stated as free or implied free: the FREE - Community Easter Egg Hunt & Activities on Saturday, the Joseph-Beth Booksellers Storytime on Saturday, and the Easter Sunday Sunrise with the Butterflies (though regular admission applies, the sunrise event itself is unique).
Are there any Easter egg hunts scheduled for Saturday or Sunday?
Yes! The Graeter's Easter Egg Hunt is happening Saturday morning at Washington Park, and there is another FREE Community Easter Egg Hunt Saturday afternoon in Florence. The Easter Bunny Express train ride on Saturday also includes an egg hunt component.
What's a good indoor activity if it rains on Sunday?
For an indoor Sunday, consider the International Butterfly Show at Krohn Conservatory or the Art of the Brick LEGO exhibition at the Exhibition Hub Art Center Cincinnati.
